Selena News December Edition 2017
ISSUE: 115, 2017
Holiday Lights
For many homeowners, the holiday season is a time to get out the ladder so while you’re up on the roof stringing lights, it’s a great opportunity to check out it’s condition and avoid costly future repairs.
Look at the condition of your shingles. Are any missing or damaged that need replacing? Check the flashing around drain pipes, vents and skylights to ensure there are no leaks. Inspect your chimney for loose bricks or mortar. And don’t forget to clear debris from your eavestroughs to ensure they’re draining freely. Then you can enjoy your holidays with some extra peace of mind! Once your lights are up, go check out some of the other light displays around town.
Strong Market Forecast For 2018
You may have heard this news already from different sources. Industry forecasters predict that 2018 will be another strong year for Canadian Real Estate.
Before we go any further, we need to point out that you don’t buy Canadian Real Estate. You don’t even buy Alberta Real Estate, as all Real Estate markets are extremely local.
While it’s interesting to review national trends, home sales and prices can vary dramatically between cities and neighbourhoods, and even on the same street. That’s why it’s so important to get data that’s specific to your Home and your area. As Realtors® we have access to this data and know how to present it so you get the full picture so if you want a market snapshot for your home and area, contact us and we will be happy to help.
Smart And Affordable Gifts
There’s growing interest about smart home technology, but some homeowners have the impression it’s an expensive undertaking. Actually, there are a number of very affordable ways to make your home ‘smart’ that you might consider for gift-giving season. Smart plugs let you control your electronic devices such as lights, fans, heaters and more from your phone or tablet, when you plug into an electrical outlet, using a free app for your Wi-Fi network. Mini home devices let you use your voice to control your favourite compatible home devices. Programmable Thermostats help you save money while keeping your home comfortable day or night, whether you’re home or away.
Imagine being able to check if you closed the garage door, or enable/disable your alarm all from the convenience of your iPhone.
Check out your local electronics store to learn how affordable it can be to make your home ‘smart’.
Latest Sales Data
Every Month the Edmonton Real Estate Board gathers the latest sales figures sorted by property type, price ranges, listed and Sold. Click the above link to download a copy from our website.
Housing Trends
Its one thing to download the latest sales figures from Edmonton Real Estate Board and its another to actually understand what all the numbers mean. Click the above link link for a summary from the President of the Edmonton Realtors® Association, or reply to this email and we will be happy to discuss it with you or provide sales figures for different months.
2018 Goal Setting
With 2018 fast approaching, now is a good time to start looking at goal setting. You can implement it by setting a budget for Christmas spending or start thinking about those New Years resolutions that you really want to achieve. Most New Year resolutions are forgotten in the first week so the way to make you stick at them, is by making SMART Goals.
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Realistic
Timed.
Your Goals need to be realistic and achievable and you really must want it, but in achieving them, you should have stretched yourself otherwise its just a “to-do” list.
Disclaimer: Not intended to solicit buyers or properties under contract.
This article contains the opinions of Andrew Barrett and Selena Cheung. Licensed Realtors® with COLDWELL BANKER Venture Realty.
The trademarks REALTOR®, REALTORS®, MLS®, Multiple Listing Service®, and the associated logos are controlled by
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify real estate professionals
who are members of CREA or identify the quality of
services provided by Real Estate professionals who are members of CREA
Copycenter © 2019 Wealthyhome. All centers reserved.
This article contains the opinions of Andrew Barrett and Selena Cheung. Licensed Realtors® with COLDWELL BANKER Venture Realty.
The trademarks REALTOR®, REALTORS®, MLS®, Multiple Listing Service®, and the associated logos are controlled by
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and identify real estate professionals
who are members of CREA or identify the quality of
services provided by Real Estate professionals who are members of CREA
Copycenter © 2019 Wealthyhome. All centers reserved.