WINNIPEG, May 10, 2023 – In a trend that has continued since the start of 2023, the number of MLS® sales has continued to rise but not to the same levels seen last April or over the 5-year average. MLS® sales were down when compared to last year and the 5-year average while the number of active MLS® listings continued to rise, with increases over last month, last year and the 5-year average.
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Are you ready for the giveaway weekend? This is the weekend where you get to put things to the curb and have people come to pick up your treasurers.
Are you someone who loves going out and looking for treasures? Or more so the type that loves to purge and easily put things at the curb?
Isn't it incredible how many people at any given moment are living in a shelter? What is more so is that they are there because they had to leave their home due to domestic violence and had to find a safe place for themselves and possibly their kids.
This is why we trek, this is why we fundraise, to help those that are vulnerable, who are seeking safety, and to help educate so that the cycle stops.
Let's do some spring clean-up!!
We are hosting a spring clean-up in River Park South on May 27th. Send in your nominations for the dirtiest streets and then head out with us to pick up some garbage!
We will have all the supplies for you and make sure that the garbage is hauled away, all we need is for you to come out with us and help clean up!
Comment below with which street you think needs to be cleaned up the most in River Park South!
What's happening this week in River Park South real estate? Looks like it's a 50/50 split between houses going over list and under list prices.
Have you heard of Willow Place before? It is a Women's shelter located in Winnipeg, and also where 80% of the funds I raise will be going. It is an incredible facility with all resources that someone would need after escaping their partner. Shelter, food, daycare, school and so much more are available there.
Donate here👉 https://bit.ly/givetoshelter
The market is forever changing right now and you need to be paying attention to the micro details every single week if you're looking at buying or selling a home.
We trek to fundraise, but we also trek to get out of our comfort zones. To leave behind the comforts of home - just like someone who is escaping would have to do. Can you imagine leaving behind all your belongings, maybe just being able to take a bag or a carload, and leaving all the rest behind? Can you imagine having to start all over again? Can you imagine doing that with kids? Can you imagine being terrified while you are doing that? That is why we trek.
Donate here👉 https://bit.ly/givetoshelter
What is a Manitoba Hydro Loan? It is a lower interest rate loan that you can get to make your home more energy efficient. You can put it towards a furnace, air conditioner, windows, insulation and a few other things. It is a great way to access money if you are in a pinch and your furnace blows, the idea being that your energy costs will go down and it should "pay for itself" on a monthly basis.
Bragging about the days on the market on this one might seem odd, but hear me out.
81 days on the market. That is a LONG TIME! But what that 81 days meant was 81 days of working hard, having conversations, staying in contact, working through issues, and sticking with it.
We had a lot of obstacles to work our way through with this home, it could have been better. The video for it even said one of the options for this house was to flatten it and use the lot to build another home, which also meant all the investors came out of the woodwork and wanted it super cheap to make their numbers work. But we had a certain number we couldn't go below, so we had to stand our ground, and reject many offers to make our way to one that worked for us.
Thank you for sticking with it, believing in me, and letting me help you sell this home!
I am still looking for a situation where renting appliances went well. If you are selling it can be a massive obstacle involving buyers not wanting to take over, loads of questions, buyers not wanting to buy your home or massive payouts. Rental appliances can bring down the price someone is willing to pay for your home.
I have seen all scenarios on every side both buyers and sellers when it comes to rentals, so if you have any other questions DM me, and let's figure it out.
Know what I loved most about this pic... it was the moment right before it. The 3 of them walking down the road to meet me, everyone with huge smiles on their faces. I am beyond happy for the 3 and the amazing home that they now have.
You deserve every bit of happiness and the most amazing future in this home.
List now or wait? That is the question of the day. Our answer? Yes.
Confused? Let us explain. There’s no way anyone can time the market—so listing now versus 2 or 3 months from now, we can’t tell you if it’s smart or if you’ll make more money now vs. July. It’s impossible to know that.
But we do know these things to be true:
▪️there’s more buyers in the market right now and many are realizing that the market isn’t shifting as dramatically as it has in the past.
▪️we still have low inventory (not as low as in the past, but statistically low)
▪️your home will sell regardless if it is 𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑐𝑒𝑑 𝑟𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡, shows well and has massive marketing behind it
▪️we can’t predict the interest rates or state of the economy and world (which plays a major factor in home sales)
▪️there is less competition for sellers today because other sellers are holding off until “real” spring (and who knows in Winnipeg 🥴)
▪️it matters who you hire to list, market and sell your home. A realtor who has years of experience in both kinds of markets.
So when’s the perfect time? It’s when you’re ready. You only need one buyer. And that one buyer is out there.
To hear 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐒𝐎𝐋𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐘 in action, we’d love to set up a time to meet with you.
Price, presentation and how you're marketing the product are vitally important to your success! I've been preaching this for a long time now and it's still very relevant. Any questions? Don't hesitate to reach out!
Are you self-employed and planning on buying a home? This tax season you need to do a little planning ahead. Sometimes the name of the game is to get that income down as low as possible, and reduce the taxes... but if you are wanting to buy a home you may not want to play that game. You may actually want to keep that income higher and pay a bit more in taxes so that you can qualify for more of a mortgage.
Talk to a Lender (we know lots of great ones), and see what they say. Start planning for your future, even if it is a few years out, the planning starts now!
Oh.... there were cuss words, tears, frustration and so much more! We sold this condo FOUR times!!
Offer 1 - bailed in the first 24 hours siting condo fees as the issue, but it was cold feet
Offer 2 - bailed due to cold feet
Offer 3 - couldn't get financing
Offer 4 - we held our breath till the bitter end and it went through!
Each time when I found out an offer was falling apart I made sure I had another one on the table ready for the sellers before I told them.... hoping to minimize the frustration.
To say that it was tough is an understatement. In my 11 years in this career I have never dealt with this before. These guys were put thru the wringer, and handled it so darn well. Thank you for keeping your cool, trusting me, and sticking it out. You are now SOLD!
This here, exactly the reason why we trek, why we fundraise, and why we are so passionate about helping this organization. Domestic violence affects all, it doesn't discriminate.
Donate to help those escaping domestic violence across our country.
Donate here -> https://bit.ly/givetoshelter
Did you know that domestic abuse has been labelled an epidemic? So many have suffered significantly in the past few years of being trapped in their homes at the hands of their partners.
This is why I trek, to raise money for the women and children who are escaping these situations, to help them have better lives.
My goal is to raise $30,000, if you would like to help please click the link to donate. https://bit.ly/givetoshelter
WINNIPEG, April 12, 2023 – Along with the number of active listings on the market, MLS® sales in March continued to grow from last month marking a sustained transition back to the type of market seen before the pandemic began. The number of active listings is up over last year but still has room for growth before meeting the levels seen before the pandemic began. Meanwhile, MLS® sales for March 2023 were below the record March sales totals in 2021 and 2022 and slightly above the levels seen before the pandemic.
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Easter Bunny delivered a late gift this year of another rate hold announcement. Maintaining the rate and not increasing it. They are happy with inflation and how it is coming down, so rates don't need to go up right now. A few other things need to happen to be happier with inflation rates and to reach the 2% goal, but for now, they are happy with the path we are going on.
So, enjoy this rate hold, smile that it didn't go up, and if you have any questions, let us know.
Buying or selling a home is a huge life decision. I am here for you to ensure you make the best decision possible for yourself.
