|
|
|
Rock-Solid Realty Report
There is always a lot of media sensationalism out there regarding the Real Estate market.... but you won't find it here!
In this newsletter, you will find the most valuable facts and forecasts for the Fraser Valley Real Estate Market right now.
Do you like my newsletter? Please forward it to others whom you think may be interested in receiving a monthly Realty News update!
|
|
| New Listing!
Do you know anyone looking for a home like this? This spacious 1- bedroom condo has over 700 SF, a quiet location within the building, a large covered balcony, and is in a good building.
|
|
$179,900 306- 19528 Fraser Hwy
THE FAIRMONT! Rare TOP FLOOR 1- bedroom condo w/
11' ceilings in living room, offering tons of natural light. Covered balcony,
quiet location, walk to Willowbrook! Spacious 726 SF, updated, fabulous
building w/ guest suit, gym room & more. Asking $179,900.
Click to see photos and virtual tours!
|
|
|
|
Chocolate Mousse Tart...
totally raw, vegan and healthy!
|
|
This chocolate pie tastes as good as the regular version... but it has none of the typical ingredients! Made from fresh
avocados, this pie filling is actually a complete protein, and the
crust is made from raw, healthy foods too. But is it really delicious?
You bet it is!
Coconut Crust:
* Shredded, dried coconut (1.5 c)
* Raw walnuts (1.5 c)
* Pitted Dates- unsoaked (1/2 c)
* Pinch (or two) of salt
In
a food processor (with the "S" blade attached) blend coconut, walnuts
and salt. Add dates and process till mixture is like coarse crumbs, but
begins to stick together. Wash hands thoroughly, and gently press into
pie plate, slowly and evenly.
Chocolate Mousse:
* 3 ripe avocados, mashed
* Pitted dates- soaked for 20 mins. in water (1/2 c)
* Agave nectar (1/2 c)
* Raw Cocoa Powder (3/4 c)
* Vanilla Extract (1 tsp)
Water (1/2 c)
Place
all ingredients in a food processor (with the "S" blade attached) and
blend until smooth and creamy. Spoon into crust, add berries on top, and
chill.
(note: agave nectar is quite expensive, so you may substitute with 1/4 c agave nectar and 1/4 c raw sugar, if cost is a factor).
|
|
|
|
|
According to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation forecast, released Fall 2012, we will see "a shift in sales to the more moderately-priced market, including a shift away from markets in the Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board area to Fraser Valley Real Estate Board markets". So, bad news for the high-end housing market, not-so-bad news for the rest! The report goes on to predict a "return to balanced market conditions in mid-2013.... as the number of listings declines and resales increases".
When compared to sales in 2012, "in 2013, sales are forecast to pick up the pace and grow 11.1 per cent as homebuyers take the opportunity to either trade up for a current residence or enter home ownership for the fist time."
The statistics show that when it comes to single detached homes, expired listings outnumber sales with large discounts.
"Balanced resale market conditons are expected to prevail in the Fraser Valley reslae narket as oth exiting hone sales and new listings are forecast to increase in 2013. The number of MLS sales in the Fraser Valley is expected to increase 1.4 %...following a... decrease iij 2012" "The sales-to-new listing ration, a key barometer of resale market conditons and a pedictor of furure price change, is expectd to remain at a level consistent withbalanced suypply and demand conditions. A shift in less expensive markets in the Lower Mianland so far in 2012 has been one factor keeeping the Fraser Valley resale market in balanced conditions. This trend is forecast to continue in 2013".
-from "Housing Market Outlook" Fall 2012,posted on on www.CMHC.ca
|
|
|
|
|
A few weeks ago, I attended our annual education week, and listened
to the presentation and market forecast delivered by Cameron Muir, The
Canadian Real Estate Association's chief economist, The term "bubbloney"
sums up his opinion of news headlines that warn of a local Real Estate
bubble. Basically, he said that for housing prices to plummet, very
serious financial catastrophe would have to take place, and pointed out
that in our stable economy, even the financial meltdown of 2008 resulted
in a short-lived drop in prices, which rebounded in mid- 2009.
Cameron's prediction is probably slightly more numbers in home sales
throughout the Fraser Valley in 2013, in respect to # of sales in 2012.
Despite a relatively lower # of sales last year, the benchmark home
prices did not drop. Cameron predicts prices to remain relatively stable
throughout 2013.
|
|
|
|
| Congratulations!
Thanks to all my fabulous, much- appreciated clients, for helping me to have a successful 2012, despite the slower market conditions in general.
I have been notified that I qualify for the Honour Society Award (Prudential, 2012).
|
| |
|
|
|
|
