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Best selling author Don R. Campbell, mortgage wizard Peter Kinch and many other industry leaders will be there to help you see the opportunity that lies in the ups and downs of the current real estate market.
Peter Kinch says:
"Where will the market go from here? Is it too late to make money in real estate? What will happen with interest rates? How will the new rule changes affect me? Asking the question is the easy part - getting unbiased answers is the hard part. If you want to know how to get the straight goods without a hidden agenda, then the REIN ACRE weekend with Don R. Campbell is a must attend event. This is NOT a 'get rich quick - 'How to buy with Nothing Down 'free' seminar' - that will end up costing you thousands down the road. Don and his team will teach real estate fundamentals that will educate you on how to buy real estate in any market."
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
This and That - Edmonton's looking great!
Rosy outlook shines on Alberta's economy - "More signs emerged Monday that an economic rebound is starting to take hold in Alberta, as new home construction soared and the hiring outlook improved.
At the same time, rising oil prices continue to boost financial markets, adding more positive momentum to the provincial outlook, analysts said."
"It looks like we've hit the bottom and we're edging back up in Alberta," said Jacques Marcil, economist with Canada West Foundation, a Calgary-based think-tank.
Tripling of housing starts returns builders to pre-recession levels - "There is optimism that the market is showing stability for 2010,"
"Single-family homes are selling well and multi-inventory continues to decline."
"Certainly, our builders are as optimistic as they have ever been since probably early 2007. Let us hope that a jump in interest rates and further constraints in CMHC and other mortgage insurers in eligibility criteria does not dampen demand." Guy St. Germain, Edmonton-region president of the Canadian Homebuilders' Association
Hoteliers, developers support downtown project - "There would have to be a lot of additional economic activity generated to support the hotel," "But anything that can revitalize the downtown is great for the hotel industry in Edmonton. ... Things like a downtown arena are an asset, there's no question about that. Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association CEO and president Dave Kaiser
"If it's done right, it will dramatically change the city," "Everything around it, everything that touches it or is within two blocks of it, suddenly becomes a building site," Downtown Business Association executive director Jim Taylor
At the same time, rising oil prices continue to boost financial markets, adding more positive momentum to the provincial outlook, analysts said."
"It looks like we've hit the bottom and we're edging back up in Alberta," said Jacques Marcil, economist with Canada West Foundation, a Calgary-based think-tank.
Tripling of housing starts returns builders to pre-recession levels - "There is optimism that the market is showing stability for 2010,"
"Single-family homes are selling well and multi-inventory continues to decline."
"Certainly, our builders are as optimistic as they have ever been since probably early 2007. Let us hope that a jump in interest rates and further constraints in CMHC and other mortgage insurers in eligibility criteria does not dampen demand." Guy St. Germain, Edmonton-region president of the Canadian Homebuilders' Association
Hoteliers, developers support downtown project - "There would have to be a lot of additional economic activity generated to support the hotel," "But anything that can revitalize the downtown is great for the hotel industry in Edmonton. ... Things like a downtown arena are an asset, there's no question about that. Alberta Hotel and Lodging Association CEO and president Dave Kaiser
"If it's done right, it will dramatically change the city," "Everything around it, everything that touches it or is within two blocks of it, suddenly becomes a building site," Downtown Business Association executive director Jim Taylor
Monday, March 08, 2010
It's a big deal.
As you probably know moving is a pain. An inner city move isn't so bad, same state more trouble, across the country a headache but across the globe is huge. Especially when you're moving a business office. It's not just the logistics but the cost, timing and peace of mind of moving all your stuff that is harrowing.
So as one expat to another I have to recommend the completely bilingual Shipmates in Tokyo. They are absolutely the most cost effective, easy to use and have outstanding customer service. They can also hook you up with a cheap plane ticket to your destination.
So as one expat to another I have to recommend the completely bilingual Shipmates in Tokyo. They are absolutely the most cost effective, easy to use and have outstanding customer service. They can also hook you up with a cheap plane ticket to your destination.
Wednesday, March 03, 2010
Alberta's upcoming labour squeeze will affect rents.
It's hard to imagine a labour shortage with unemployment at 6.6% but apparently there is one looming around the corner.
Alberta braces for next labour squeeze - "A rebound in the oil patch is sparking fears of a labour shortage like the one that led to sky-high wages and mass importing of skilled tradespeople ...."
Alberta braces for next labour squeeze - "A rebound in the oil patch is sparking fears of a labour shortage like the one that led to sky-high wages and mass importing of skilled tradespeople ...."
“We are about to start running into, believe it or not, another labour shortage,” “It is going to be significant again,” says Brian Vaasjo, president of Capital Power Inc.
As the need for labour increases so will the need for rental units as in-migration increases. A look at the current rental market in Edmonton would show a lot of selection at very competitive prices. This is going to slowly change.
We're seeing a lot of "bids" on rental units. If we post at $1595 the prospective tenant throws out a $1400 because sometimes landlords will take what they can get.
Simple economics of supply and demand will stop the "bids" and even allow for an increase in rents.
Monday, March 01, 2010
What do you meme?
Fourteen Golds and seventeen days later, the Olympics have come to a close. We watched many great performances and got a peek inside the lives of some of the world's greatest sports champions and their moment(s) of fame. I'm not a huge sports fan, but I find it exhilarating to see the athlete's expressions as they win or don't do as well as expected.
Their faces show a lot in those few raw seconds of evaluation. Some look crushed, regain composure, and then a look of determination spreads over them as you can almost see the wheels turn as they begin to build their next attempt at success.
I especially like watching the athletes that are really satisfied with their performance even if their score didn't place them in the top three. The coaches expressions are priceless as well; it must bring a feeling of great triumph to see the person you coached for so long and so hard finally win.
To segue into Danielle's recent blog post on memes, I wonder what the memes in us are that stop us from becoming an Olympic Gold Medalist or an investor as savvy as Warren Buffet? It is powerful to think that our memes are so flexible as to create a new blueprint as soon as we are exposed to them. Sadly, the wrong memes can create an equally powerful result.
I appreciate all your calls and emails. I'm looking forward to helping you with your next step towards building real wealth.
"I am building a fire, and everyday I train, I add more fuel. At just the right moment, I light the match." -Mia Hamm American football player, 2004 Olympics
Kind Regards,
Todd and Danielle Millar
Their faces show a lot in those few raw seconds of evaluation. Some look crushed, regain composure, and then a look of determination spreads over them as you can almost see the wheels turn as they begin to build their next attempt at success.
I especially like watching the athletes that are really satisfied with their performance even if their score didn't place them in the top three. The coaches expressions are priceless as well; it must bring a feeling of great triumph to see the person you coached for so long and so hard finally win.
To segue into Danielle's recent blog post on memes, I wonder what the memes in us are that stop us from becoming an Olympic Gold Medalist or an investor as savvy as Warren Buffet? It is powerful to think that our memes are so flexible as to create a new blueprint as soon as we are exposed to them. Sadly, the wrong memes can create an equally powerful result.
I appreciate all your calls and emails. I'm looking forward to helping you with your next step towards building real wealth.
"I am building a fire, and everyday I train, I add more fuel. At just the right moment, I light the match." -Mia Hamm American football player, 2004 Olympics
Kind Regards,
Todd and Danielle Millar
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A Weekend Full Event: REIN™ ACRE™
Program Location: Edmonton All Day Sat & Sun.
March 13th & 14th Times: Sat 8:30am - 7:00pm, & Sun 8:30 am - 7:00pm
Tuition: Regular $787 You attend for only $587+gst
Your Guest Attends With You For Only $387+gst
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
This and That - Edmonton news
Time for a reality check on Alberta's dirty oil - "The real problem here is that most Americans don't have a clue of the importance our energy resources are for them.
Shame on them for not knowing, Shame on us for not telling them loud and clear.
It is our energy that keeps them warm in the winter and cool in summer, and without it they are going to have a very difficult time competing with rising powers like China, India and Brazil.
Getting that message out is becoming increasingly important.
Op-ed articles in the New York Times and USA Today can help. As can forums at scholarly think-tanks. But how do we really do it?
Well, like it or not, those cable television news programs and talk-radio big mouths are what is driving political debate in the U.S. right now. That is where we have to tell the Americans that without our oil they are doomed.
That will get their attention. And it has the added benefit of being true."
As he points out in the article, America's other sources, are not so reliable Middle East, Nigeria and Venezuela to name a few.
The total finished just shy of the $20.7-million goal but still beat last year's effort by $56,000.
"Although the City of Champions slogan originated in the sports world, it is truly exemplified by the unmatched generosity, compassion and engagement of its citizens," Wayne Shillington United Way Campaign chairman
What generosity! Way to go Edmonton!
A Different kind of exploration in the oil patch - "Jim Carter, the former president of oil sands miner Syncrude Canada Ltd., recently returned from a trip to Abu Dhabi, where he attended the World Future Energy Summit. Mr. Carter was named chair of the Alberta Carbon Capture and Storage Development Council in April, 2008, and has become a leading proponent of the province's bid to develop the greenhouse gas-busting technology.
Alberta has spent $2-billion to build four pilot carbon-capture-and-storage (CCS) sites. It's a controversial investment in a province that has careened into multi-year deficits, but Mr. Carter's time in the Middle East convinced him Alberta could become a global technological leader if it continues on its path."
Alberta is often a technological leader can' t wait to see how this pans out.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
We ARE Ambassadors!
Todd and I applied to be Alberta Brand Ambassadors and were accepted! We're really excited because,hey, we've already been selling Alberta for 8 years to 5 countries.
Here is the passion behind the brand:
"Alberta has a great story to tell and we are going to tell it.
Here is the passion behind the brand:
"Alberta has a great story to tell and we are going to tell it.
Now, more than ever, this is the time to promote Alberta. It is vital to ensure that our province remains competitive in the global market, and continues to be a place of opportunity, prosperity and pride for all Albertans.
The new Alberta brand is a brand for the place - our province. It captures the spirit of our people as well as the potential that exists throughout Alberta.
The perception of Alberta that the new brand helps to create at home and abroad will have a profound impact on the success of the province. It will affect Alberta's access to world markets, sway investment decisions and influence our ability to attract tourists and immigrants."
What vision! I'm proud to be Canadian, an Albertan (vicariously) and to be part of this.
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