alberta: Marda Loop Condo, Calgary, AB - 09/27/08 01:16 PM
# 164 3000 MARDA LI SW, Calgary, Alberta, T2T 6C8
WOW - GREAT LOCATION NEAR ALL AMENITIES! In the heart of Garrison Woods, this spacious main floor apartment style condo with WALK-OUT ENTRANCE has 9 ft. ceilings, European white cabinetry, 2 sided gas fireplace, in-suite laundry, extra storage, … (1 comments)
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alberta: The Prime Minister is following me... - 09/08/08 06:01 PM
Prime Minister Harper is following me on Twitter. You can follow me on Twitter too if you like just for fun...What I hope will happen is that rather than just being cool, he'll learn why he and his party are on Twitter and the power behind it.
I should let everyone … (1 comments)
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alberta: Rich Kids - 08/25/08 07:01 PM
Thank goodness I realized my money skills weren't up to par when I was young enough to make the significant changes necessary to ensure I wouldn't be worried about money at retirement. For the 35% percent of Canadians that are losing sleep at night it's time to take a course, read … (2 comments)
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alberta: Alberta On BBC Women's Hour - 08/02/08 12:10 AM
I get the Women's Hour Podcast from BBC and throughly enjoy listening to it whenever I'm driving in my car. I was surprised to hear that the Alberta government went to the U.K to entice immigration to Canada. It's a short snippet and the link will probably expire in 7 … (0 comments)
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alberta: So You Want to Buy Real Estate in Arizona .... my fellow Canadian - 07/27/08 02:47 AM
You know its coming. Sometimes at the end of August the signs are already there. Labour Day comes (yes I spelled Labour via the Queen's English today) and you can already feel the nip in the air in the morning. You know it might be a short fall. If we are … (0 comments)
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alberta: New Apple Store Largest In Canada - 07/07/08 12:47 AM
West Edmonton Mall used to have the largest everything. Although it has lost a lot of it's superlative status it does once again have a biggest - The largest Apple store in Canada.The opening saw 600 people lined up some as early as the day before.I can only assume Apple feels … (2 comments)
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alberta: Sun rise on Oil Sands Construction Site - 07/01/08 11:27 AM
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alberta: Calgary Real Estate Stats - Summer Soltice Sale - 06/21/08 12:34 AM
Amazing days in Calgary ... I love the light in the sky this time of year. Schools out ... or nearly out ... and Stampede is coming. Oh yea!
I'm having a SUMMER SOLSTICE SALE!
Effective this evening, the following properties have been drastically reduced in Price ... and are amoung … (1 comments)
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alberta: How to View a Report Card on an Alberta School - 06/20/08 10:28 AM
The Fraser Institute recently released it's take on Alberta Schools based on 2006-07 provincial testing results.
You can look up any school by name in their database and see it's report card. It's a great tool for checking on neighbourhoods you are considering moving to.
Look up an Elementary School:
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alberta: Gentrification, a subject for debate - 06/12/08 11:00 AM
There is so much more to relocation and the purchase of "Real Estate" than interest rates, rate locks, investment capital, brokerage fees, home-inspections and appraisals. The last week I spent some time with Dave Smith conversing with neighbors in the N Portland area and it really opened our eyes to a … (1 comments)
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alberta: Homes for Sale in Lethbridge, Alberta - 06/02/08 12:06 AM
If you are looking to purchase a home in Lethbridge, Alberta, take a peek at my Featured Listings.
If you don't see a home here that suits your needs, take a minute to describe your needs and wants and I will have your ideal homes emailed to you daily as … (1 comments)
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alberta: Employment Rate remains at record high - Building permits Soar - in Alberta - 05/20/08 07:39 AM
Alberta's Economy remains on Fire. In this weeks Alberta Economy, highlights include:
Employment Rate remains at record high level ...
Institutional building permits soar in Alberta ...
Housing starts drop sharply in April ...
Exports reach record high level in March ...
See the report at http://www.alberta-canada.com/statpub/
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alberta: Fusedlogic Teams Up With Yahoo! Canada - 05/15/08 10:16 PM
Yahoo! Canada
Media release – For immediate release
Sherwood Park, AB – May 14, 2008 - how can you connect and generate business leads from 84 million searches a day in Canada?
One of the easiest and most powerful online tools out there today to help businesses … (1 comments)
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alberta: Canmore is smartest town in Alberta: StatsCan - 05/13/08 04:04 PM
Here is a little article I found in the local paper.
By Justin Brisbane Canmore Leader
If one were to associate university education with intelligence, then Canmore has
just earned a new moniker: the smartest town in Alberta.
Statistics Canada released its data from the 2006 census and revealed … (0 comments)
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alberta: SHOULD I??? Ask a Realtor to write in my new book...FREE ADVERTISING. - 04/16/08 11:02 AM
For those of you who have been following my blog, I want to say a very heart felt THANK-YOU.
Thank-you for your time, your patience, your comments, your passion...thank-you for contributing. For those who are new to my blog, you've shown up on the right day. I'm almost finished my new book … (2 comments)
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alberta: Crowdsourcing: a way to give back to the human race. - 04/15/08 10:33 AM
Many of you may have heard the term "crowdsourcing" by now but may not know what it is. This is a process by which you literally engage an mob of people online to solve a business problem for you. This is the ultimate in cheap labor, 1000 heads are better than … (2 comments)
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alberta: What I stand for... - 04/14/08 01:32 PM
What I Stand For: I stand for my wife and my daughter, my mom and dad, my brother and sister. I stand for all my family, including my two dogs. I stand for honor, trust, respect, listening, inspiration, motivation, creativity, risk, pushing boundaries, find a way and JUST DO … (2 comments)
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alberta: Prince Edward Island Recreation Property - 04/13/08 09:39 AM
An old sea kayaking client and friend contacted me recently.
He's got 9 different locations with approximately 60 lots ranging from one to 10 acres and with pricing from $50,000 (wooded) to $700,000 (prime white sand beach oceanfront). The average lot price is on the order of $150,000. He also have 3 … (0 comments)
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alberta: Top 10 Things to do in St. Albert - 04/12/08 01:37 PM
The St. Albert Farmers' Market is the largest outdoor market in Western Canada, with over 200 vendors selling farm produce, meat, baked goods, wood work, jewelry, quilts and more. Father Lacombe Chapel, built in 1861 to serve as a Cree and Metis mission, is the oldest log structure in Alberta.The International Children's … (0 comments)
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alberta: The Canadians are coming, and keep coming! - 04/10/08 02:13 PM
We hear it again and again in the media. Yesterday there was an article in the Arizona Republic about an investor from Edmonton who was looking to buy 5 or 6 homes down here in the next 6-12 months. I had a call today from someone in Vancouver who is looking … (0 comments)
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alberta: The "SHIFT" in Real Estate Marketing... - 04/02/08 04:16 PM
Imagine you're a Realtor in Phoenix Arizona and you want an edge over your competition. You may want to identify targeted buyers or sellers in areas where your competition isn't necessarily operating.
There are a few ways to accomplish this. First, an online social networking strategy that allows for you to reach … (0 comments)
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alberta: The importance of "social linking". - 03/29/08 01:39 PM
One of the ways I make my time online more valuable is by ensuring I link effectively whenever possible. If you imagine a ball of string at a cocktail party being thrown from person to person around the room with each person holding the string once they come into contact with … (9 comments)
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alberta: Social Networking Time Crunch... - 03/28/08 11:11 AM
Time is always a factor for busy business people. I've been reading that many currently involved at some level of social networking are struggling with the amount of time that it takes to keep this element of their online marketing efforts going.
I believe that if these activities are part of a … (0 comments)
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alberta: About the Slave Lake Area - 03/27/08 05:31 PM
In the heart of the Boreal Forest, Slave Lake and surrounding communities are a recreational paradise year round. Hiking, quadding, kayaking, canoeing, boating, fishing, ....the list goes on and on. The Town of Slave Lake is located on the east end of Lesser Slave Lake -the biggest lake that lies totally … (6 comments)
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alberta: Alberta Real Estate Association, Facebook and More Business... - 03/18/08 08:19 PM
I've recently posted a youtube video on the fusedlogic blog and thought everyone should know about it here.
http://www.fusedlogic.blogspot.com
There you'll find video content and instructions on how to attend one of the most impactful seminars you'll attend regarding how to build your Real Estate portfolio.
On April 8th, 2008 in Edmonton … (5 comments)
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alberta: 33 Enbridge To Build Oil Pipeline - 03/08/08 10:30 AM
Enbridge To Build Oil PipelineThe Vancouver SunOilsands production is projected to triple to three millions barrels a day by 2015 as companies rush to exploit the largest oil reserves outside the Middle East. A number of pipeline project are being announced to handle the growing out put from oilsands region including … (0 comments)
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alberta: Oslo by Homburg-Centron Teamwork - 02/25/08 12:04 PM
Living green finally meets you were you live! If you choose to live in Homburg-Centron Teamworks' new project Oslo at Kia towers. Located on the corner of 11th avenue and 12th street S.W. urban chic meets environmentally responsible living in this condo building. While staying true to the look and feel … (0 comments)
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alberta: Recessions from 1962-2007, world wide - 02/06/08 01:11 AM
The Economic Research Center studies recessions.
Between 1962 and 2007 the following countries have been in recession x% of the time:
Germany - 37%Japan - 18%Italy - 18%US - 13%Britain - 10%Canada - 8%What is a recession?A recession occurs when an economy grows at less than 0 ... or negative ... over two … (4 comments)
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alberta: How Not To Pay Too Much For Your Home (Part 7 of 22) - 01/29/08 11:20 AM
#7 Shop with your head, not your emotions
Home shopping is an emotional process. It is very easy to get caught up in the excitement of the moment. Many people fall in ‘love' with a home based on emotion only to find later that it does not have the functional aspects that … (0 comments)
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alberta: Home at Last: 60-unit affordable housing development opens its doors in Calgary - By Dan Leahul - 01/25/08 05:48 PM
The ongoing effort to increase affordable housing in the city took a step forward with the grand opening of the Crestwood Affordable Housing Development last week.
The newly completed development in Millican-Ogden is a $13.2-million, 60-unit, four storey, multi-family housing development that will provide affordable rent to low-income households with children … (0 comments)
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alberta: Real estate forecast indicates balanced market in ‘08 - By Dan Leahul - 01/25/08 12:57 PM
More than 1,700 REALTORS® and real estate professionals attended the Calgary Real Estate Board's fifth annual forecast breakfast last week to hear newly appointed president Ed Jensen's outlook for the new year and an overview of the roller-coaster ride that was 2007.
The 2007 commercial market was positive, as there was … (0 comments)
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alberta: 23. Edmonton Airport announces $1 Billion Expansion!! - 01/25/08 08:57 AM
Airport Takes Off!Renato GandiaEdmonton SunOCTOBER 12, 2007 Edmonton international airport has been experiencing unprecedented growth as a result of economic boom. Increasing number flights carrying increasing number of passengers expected to reach nine million annually by 2012 has forced a $1 billion three phase expansion plan to begin in 2008 and completed … (0 comments)
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alberta: More about me - 01/21/08 01:03 PM
In my first post a couple of comments stated that I did not tell enough about myself....I could post my profile from my web page, but I won't put you through that agony. If you really want to read it go to my web site(www.keithsellscalgary.com). It's not bad but it is … (8 comments)
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alberta: New Calgary Real Estate Board President Comments on Market - 01/21/08 12:44 PM
Ed Jensen takes reigns as 2008 CREB® president - By Angela Anderson The president of the Calgary Real Estate Board has taken the reigns, as of Wednesday, and says he's enthusiastic about bringing his experience to the governing body of the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®).
Ed Jensen brings with him nearly … (0 comments)
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alberta: First Post - 01/20/08 04:32 PM
Hello Active Rain
This is my first post to AR, and I'm kind of new at this so bear with me. I am a Realtor in Calgary, Alberta, I have been in Real Estate for 5 years here, but my total experience is about 9 years as a Realtor originally from Newfoundland.
Thank-you … (30 comments)
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alberta: Let me introduce a new Active Rain member: Keith Vincent from Calgary, AB - 01/19/08 04:40 PM
Please welcome Keith Vincent, a new Active Rain member from Calgary, AB!
Keith is a Realtor with Maxwell Westview Realty in Calgary. I met him online while searching for information about real estate in the Calgary region of Alberta. Keith is an experienced Realtor in Calgary with a reputation of high performance … (12 comments)
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alberta: In the next 2-5 years ... buy real estate ... buy real estate ... buy real estate ... Says Diane Francis - 01/17/08 08:19 AM
I study the economic fundamentals on buying Calgary, Alberta real estate nearly everyday.
Yesterday I attended CREB's (Calgary Real Estate Board) Forecast 2008 Conference and Trade Show. Our feature Speaker was Diane Francis, broadcaster, best-selling author, and editor-at-large for The National Post. Her expertise is interpreting the impact of national and international events … (2 comments)
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alberta: Calgary, Alberta Real Estate Appreciates 18.62% in 2007! - 01/05/08 07:44 AM
The stats are out ... and Single Family Homes in Calgary appreciated 16.62% in 2007. Condo's increased by 20.41% ... for combined appreciation of 18.62%!
The year-to-date average price of a single family Calgary metro home in 2007 was $472,230, and the year to-date average price of a metro condominium was $316,370.
The … (4 comments)
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alberta: 228 Billion in Construction Projects in Alberta - 12/04/07 02:41 AM
The inventory of major Alberta construction projects is 228 billion dollars. According to Richard Corriveau, regional economist for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp, this is a conservative number. It only includes projects that cost at least $5 Million dollars.
There's still lots of optimism and enthusiasm for where Alberta's economy is going.
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alberta: Oil hits $99.29 a barrel on Wednesday, Nov 21! - 11/22/07 10:14 AM
In Jan or Feb of this year, Greg Habstritt, who has been investing in Real Estate for many years and runs Investors Agent in Calgary, predicted oil would hit $100 per barrel by Christmas 2007.
I've admired Greg and his insights on economic fundamentals since first meeting him in 2004.
I've been fortunate to … (1 comments)
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alberta: Sophisticated Investor? - 11/21/07 10:45 AM
Un-sophisticated investors follow the herd ... or do whatever one else is doing. They buy when everyone else is buying, and they sell the sky seems to be falling ... and everyone is selling.
Sophisticated investors study the market fundamentals and use the "Real Estate Cycle" to their advantage. Key indicators for … (0 comments)
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alberta: Pre-Construction Investment Opportunity - Waterfront, Calgary, Alberta - 11/16/07 02:12 PM
I have never purchased a pre-construction condo for myself. I know many who have made a good deal of money doing this! (... or say they have.)
I recently attended a "Realtor Only" event, hosted by Anthem Properties.
Anthem Properties are developing WATERFRONT. (http://www.waterfrontcalgary.com/)
I was able to reserve a 1 bedroom suite for … (2 comments)
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alberta: Effect of royalty rates not so painful - 11/12/07 08:47 AM
As reported in Report on Business on Saturday, energy firms say higher rates won't pinch profits so hard. Most of the increase, will be countered by Alberta's continued effort to reduce taxes.
Visit this link for the complete story.
http://www.reportonbusiness.com/servlet/story/LAC.20071110.ROILPATCH10/TPStory/?query
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alberta: Think ... "HOLY COW" - 11/03/07 02:46 PM
In an earlier post I spoke about Jack and Susan Welch and their writing about the real estate buying opportunities.
Many people have the Chicken Little mentality ... "The Sky is Falling".
However, Jack and Susan, encourage others to think "HOLY COW, look at the buying opportunities.
HOLY COW ... Rich Dad Poor Dad Canadian Guy - Darren Weeks, … (4 comments)
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alberta: Realtor TAG line - Experienced Real Estate Counsel - - 11/03/07 02:39 PM
I've been working on a tag line for my business card and other maketing. Do you use a tag line?
What do you think of this tag/signature line? - Experienced Real Estate Counsel -
Bryon
- Experienced Real Estate Counsel -
Bryon is a real estate agent and real estate investor. Along with JV partners, Bryon … (3 comments)
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alberta: Buying Single family homes - as Investments - 10/25/07 02:02 PM
Buying Single Family homes - As Investments
I like to purchase Single Family homes as an investment. I am currently buying in Alberta, with the idea that I will sell some properties in 2010, but the majority will be sold in 2015.
When buying a Single Family home, I look at the MLS … (2 comments)
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alberta: Only Threat to Alberta - World Peace would bankrupt Alberta - 10/16/07 01:18 PM
Here's an interesting article from National Post.
Only threat to Alberta is onset of world peace (Sep 18, 2007)http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/financialpost/comment/story.html?id=7408c3c2-b42c-4878-8e44-a6cd7446ba85
The Highlights:
An outbreak of world peace and respect for human rights would be disastrous for Alberta. Global happiness would bankrupt this province....There is no shortage of geologically promising places to drill for oil. What … (0 comments)
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alberta: Our Fare Share - Alberta Royalty Review - 10/11/07 09:29 AM
Our Fare Share ... what a crazy name to review the Royalites this province receive from the Rich (the oil man).
Finally the media is starting to write in realties.
I disagree with the provinces 'money grab'.
The policies that Ralph Klien created in getting Alberta to where it is today ... will be … (0 comments)
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alberta: My first day with a Blog - 10/04/07 08:11 AM
I've been considering starting a blog for some time now ... but had no idea how.
I just signed up to a free service ... and in just a few minutes I have a blog.
Of course, I'm sceptical ... and will see how it goes. I'll try to post frequently for the … (12 comments)
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alberta: The Market has Changed - 09/30/07 01:48 AM
MICHELE WESELAKE -YOUR EDMONTON REALTOR
You Can Get the HOuse you want !
With the great selection of houses for sale it can be a great time to buy. Now Buyers can 'shop' for the house they want. In our earlier market often the house was sold before the buyer had … (3 comments)
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alberta: This And That - 08/23/07 08:40 PM
Lowest UnemploymentCanada's unemployment rate fell to 6.6 per cent in October – the lowest since April 1975 – as the economy produced 68,700 new jobs. Alberta's unemployment rate was the lowest in the country, at 4.0 per cent. Read MoreControlled Burn To Stop Pine Beetlelberta is planning a controlled burn … (0 comments)
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alberta: Here's to Service!!! A Real Life Scenario from a Virtual Assistant. - 08/11/07 06:13 PM
Last month I had one of my clients, a Real Estate Professional, call me in a complete panic. She just returned from holidays on a Sunday and was driving into Canmore from the Calgary airport (a 45 minute drive) when one of her clients gave her a call. They had been looking around open houses over the … (2 comments)
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alberta: Alberta's Oilsands Second Only To Saudi Arabia. - 08/07/07 01:29 AM
Greater Edmonton is the service and supply hub of Alberta's oil and gas industry. Alberta's Oilsands hold a proven 175 billion barrels of recoverable oil, second only to Saudi Arabia. CIBC World Market chief economist (Jeff Ruben) reports ('06) Alberta Oil Sands could top Saudi Arabia by 2010 The Future … (3 comments)
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alberta: Homeless In Edmonton - Tent City - 08/02/07 09:37 PM
Picture Courtesy of Edmonton SunOver 100 homeless people are camped out in tents in downtown Edmonton. The Alberta Oil Boom and the subsequent real estate boom have people coming from all over the country, and the world, to find high paying oil sands jobs. However, the near 72% increase in … (5 comments)
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alberta: About Canmore Alberta - 07/31/07 02:01 PM
Located less than an hour from the Calgary International Airport, Canmore lies in the heart of the spectacular Canadian Rockies. Bordered by Banff National Park, Canmore is regarded the world over as a premier destination for mountain recreation and relaxation.
This beautiful mountain town has everything that you are looking for in … (0 comments)
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alberta: It Takes Ten Of These To Kill A Tree - 07/22/07 01:27 AM
Have you seen the denim pine furniture? That color is due to damage by the mountain pine beetle. In hopes of salvaging pine products the blue colored wood is trying to make a hit with furniture buyers.The mountain pine beetle that has ravished 9 MILLION hectares of B.C's pine forest … (8 comments)
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alberta: The Power Is Shifting - 07/22/07 01:05 AM
"Slowly but nevertheless surely Ontario is being edged out of the driver's seat of the federation. The latest push came this week when the Bank of Canada raised its key lending rate to curb inflation or, to be more specific, to cool the economy of Alberta.While Ontario still attracts the … (0 comments)
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alberta: Now This Is News I like..... - 07/09/07 07:16 AM
ATB Financial Business Sentiments Index(TM) most recent edition predicts the continuing strength of the Alberta economy. "We are seeing an upward trend in business sentiment that is reaching thelevels of last year.... This optimistic outlook is a result of continued strength in employment growth and projected oil sands development." Todd … (0 comments)
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alberta: $250 Million to Heritage Scholarship Fund - 06/26/07 07:26 PM
To those that say they aren't benefiting from the Alberta Oil Sands, perhaps your children can."The Alberta government is using some of its energy revenue windfall to add $227 million to the province's largest scholarship fund. Premier Ed Stelmach has announced a 35 per cent increase to the Alberta Heritage … (0 comments)
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alberta: Hot Economy 5 to 8 With Good Behaviour - 06/03/07 09:53 PM
If you are worried that Alberta's hot economy will freeze any minute - don't. Taking into account the $100+ Billion of smart money investmented into the province, economic growth rivaled only but China and immigration numbers that are leading Canada; this province is in for a long hot economic run.IF Alberta … (0 comments)
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alberta: Real Estate Investing + Joint Ventures = $$$ (and referral fees) - 05/24/07 06:23 PM
Joint Ventures are a major part of Real Estate Investing. Typically a "Money" partner would Joint Venture with the "Real Estate Expert" and invest in a property together. But did you know that anyone, anywhere can design a Joint Venture? In fact, people do the majority of the work already for … (0 comments)
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alberta: If Only Realtors Could See The Good In Investors - 05/16/07 03:35 PM
I am the Director of Schneider Group Consulting & Investments (www.SchneiderGroup.ca) and we are an investment firm that is focused on purchasing investment real estate with joint venture partners. We are fortunate to be located in the Top Investment City in North America right now, Edmonton, Alberta.
Because the market is booming, … (2 comments)
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alberta: "Fixed Rate vs. Variable Rate" - 05/11/07 01:29 PM
"Fixed Rate vs. Variable Rate"
There is no doubt that variable rate mortgages are popular. It seems like everyday I come across new newspaper articles explaining that variable rate mortgages are the way to go right now while on the next page someone else is writing about why locking your … (1 comments)
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alberta: Gouging Renters - My Eye - 04/24/07 05:44 PM
"Every renter in Alberta is in danger of being gouged because of the Conservatives' refusal to protect them from huge rent increases," Martin told a news conference. "This government has chosen to listen to the interests of the big landlords and real estate investment trusts like Boardwalk rather than those of … (0 comments)
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alberta: Ontario's Alberta - 04/15/07 10:06 PM
Don R. Campbell the best selling Canadian real estate novelist, analyst and instructor has labeled the Kingston-Waterloo-Camberidge area of Ontario as "the economic Alberta of Ontario".His research is based on 13 key factors:"He looks at whether the average income and population are increasing faster than the provincial average, if there's more … (0 comments)
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alberta: A Quickie About Mortgage Fraud by Danielle - 04/09/07 07:30 PM
When I was a crazy teenager I used to tell my cousin all the stuff I would get up to. She would hold up a fork close to her eye and peer at me to see, "How you would look behind bars". I can pretty much guarantee that no one looks … (0 comments)
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alberta: Spring Break - 04/05/07 02:54 PM
We had a blast in Alberta! Me and my girls, (Gabirelle, Brook-Lynne, & Danika) We went to a place called GUZOO it is a wonderful place for young and old! It is a private farm that is a licenced zoo and it is great, you can hold baby lions etc. They … (2 comments)
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alberta: It's all about BALANCE - 02/01/07 12:01 PM
Just got back on Monday from a fantastic trip to Banff AB. for the Western Conference. What a trip! The perfect place to learn about balancing our lives, and getting back to the basics. We heard from keynote speakers, David Chilton (wealthy Barber), Mark Leader (top realtor), Micheal Vickers, Kit Grant, … (0 comments)
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