August 2009
June and July Post Record Sales
The GTA had record sales and prices rose from last year. These charts tell the story. ... read more
Featured Listing
151 Wheeler Ave - Beach Character with Outstanding Features. Detached Open Concept, Hardwood, Modern hi-tech Kitchen with Granite, Master Bedrm Cathederal Ceiling, skylights, Garage, Private Backyard ... read more
Market Watch - August 2009
Canadian Housing Market has Shifted into Recovery Mode
In a clear sign that the housing market has shifted into recovery mode, residential housing sales in Canada’s major markets has reported record sales in July. Toronto and Vancouver led the charge with sales among the highest in history for both local... ... read more
Understanding Your Local Real Estate Market
Experts always say that real estate is a great investment because the value of homes is always going up. To some extent, there's truth in that. But it's also a fact that the real estate market fluctuates. Many people mistakenly rely on national trend... ... read more
Six Things You Should Avoid Before Buying a Home
Buying a home is not an impulse buy. In most cases you will have a few months notice before you actually go through with the sale. Planning ahead is crucial particularly if you don't have extensive financial resources. Since mortgage lenders will be ... ... read more
Change Your Life With Feng Shui Colours
Followers of the ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui believe that colours play an important part in the harmony of our lives. Selecting the right colour could affect your health, career, finances and even your romance. ... read more
How to Keep Your House Plants Happy and Disease Free
House plants are a wonderful way to bring a hint of nature indoors. The most aggravating discovery for you is to find out that your plant’s leaves are full of holes, when just a few days before they seemed perfectly healthy. The culprits of these rav... ... read more
 
 
 

With Compliments of

Semone Duerr
Sales Representative


Re/Max Hallmark, ltd., Brokerage
2237 Queen St E
Toronto, ON, M1E 1G1
T: 416 699 9292
D: cell: 416 566 6050
homes@GreatTorontoHomes.com
www.GreatTorontoHomes.com

Hi:

Coming on the heels of June's record sales, July posts another record. Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 9,967 sales, up 28% vs July, 08. Average price was up 6% year-over-year to $395,414. "The steep drop-off in sales experienced at the beginning of the year has all but dissipated," according to TREB.

The Bank of Canada's guarantee to keep rates at historic lows until mid 2010, the bottoming of the US market and our volume and price appreciation have returned Toronto area buyers and sellers. Quality houses are back as more sellers see an opportunity to return to the market. 

Inventory is down substantially and multiple offers are frequent. This will continue to put upward pressure on GTA prices. We believe even more it's time to start looking for those bargains. Our in-depth analysis of the real estate market from Feb. is still worth reading; as is our broker's advise from February to "Buy Toronto Real Estate."

Semone and Jim Duerr

NATIONAL MORTGAGE RATES
Term Posted
Rates*
Best
Rates*
6 Month 4.60%  3.95%
1 Year 3.75% 2.75%
2 Year 4.05% 3.00%
3 Year 4.65% 3.60%
4 Year 5.14% 4.00%
5 Year  5.85% 4.25%
7 Year 6.80% 5.35%
10 Year  6.90% 5.25%
Variable Rate 3.25%
Prime Rate  2.25%
* last updated: Aug 10, 2009
 
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