CENTURY 21 Colonial Realty Inc. - Blog

Third Quarter Award Winners For Century 21 Colonial Realty Inc.

Joel Ives — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 14:35:00 GMT

Congratulations to the following agents who have been recognized by Century 21 Canada for their success in the third quarter of 2008 . These agents were able to achieve their success by utilizing the tools available to them to assist their clients.They have also shown a great commitment to their clients and their industry which makes them your "Local Experts" for your real estate requirements. Contact them at 566-2121, at www.5662121.com or visit their individual websites below.

Marilyn Kane

Jason MacKay

Cindy and Rich Beharrell

Kay Trainor

John Ives

Scott Miller and JP Robison (Gold Team)

Gary Power

Anne McPhee

Robert Moffatt

Kelly and Charlotte Lantz

Century 21 Colonial Realty -Souris has moved !

Joel Ives — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 09:13:00 GMT

Effective November 1 2008 the satellite office in Souris PEI for Century 21 Colonial Realty Inc has relocated. Although we have just moved up Main Street to the Main Street Mall !

We are now located adjacent to the Home Hardware Store. All of the contact numbers remain the same 902-687-2121 is the local- 902-687-2114 fax and the toll free number is 1-888-870-0021.

Century 21 Colonial Realty Inc has had an office in the Souris area for over 20 years and recognizes the importance of having a presence in the Eastern part of PEI not only for recreational properties but also for the residents in the area. We appreciate the support we have received over this time and felt it was time to expand our physical location.

We also operate a satellite offcie in Montague as well. Our new move allows us to have a larger office with private meeting space while offering greater exposure for our vendors' properties. The Main Street Mall is a very active townmall and gathering spot with an IGA grocery store, Pharmasave Drug Store, Home Hardware, Coffee Shop and other professional services.

Our office has two REALTORS Anne McPhee - a CENTURION Producer and Hall of Fame Member and Mark Rupnow - both of who are regarded for their service and committment to their clients.

We invite you to drop in and see our new renovated space and disccuss your real estate needs with Anne or Mark.

Vote Red, Blue, Brown or Green...But For Real Estate Results - Choose Gold !

Joel Ives — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:31:00 GMT

Of course I believe in lawn signs that serve a purpose ie selling your property but I always wonder what is the point of election signs- I presume that it is advertising for the politicians running for office and that the more signs of one candidate proves to the undecided that they should choose a winner. I also found it amusing that the news covered a "sandbox fight" on election sign rights.

I am not going to point out fingers at any one party as I am not a vocal supporter of any party but I have supported more than 1 party over the years. It seems that we have been in election mode whether provincial or federal every 18 months and I wonder if people would care more if we actually had set election dates.

We at Century 21 Colonial Realty believe that of all the lawn signs being installed- the Century 21 Colonial Realty Inc Gold Post is one that speaks volumes and does work for your best interest for real estate on PEI.

Please exercise your democratic right and make sure you do vote. If you don't vote-you don't get to complain. Make sure you review why you are voting and make your voice heard-It does make a difference.

I'm Joel Ives and I approve this message.

Real Estate Activity - Why Is Everyone Obsessed ?

Joel Ives — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 19:53:00 GMT

Have you noticed that all parts of the media are always reporting on the prices of real estate across the country and whether they are rising or falling ? They also like to report on the number of sales. The main reason is not to satisfy the public's insatiable need for info about real estate- (I call this the HGTV factor). It may be a factor but it is that the real estate sector and the home construction industry is such a large economic factor. Think about it- when you buy a house- usually a realtor makes money as well as the company they work for and their staff like manager, admin, sign installer also a lawyer gets a fee (who also hires a paralegal). Then there is usually a mortgage so a banker or mortgage broker who will hire an appraiser, and maybe a surveyor. There is usually a home inspector hired by the purchaser, then an insurance policy may require an insurance inspection as well. There is also hook ups for phone, cable and electric. The government will also collect a land transfer tax. Then when you think about what other things occur- realtors use lots of paper for listing sheets, offer paperwork (lots of that) cell phone minutes, dues to associations, advertising, computers etc. Builders hire labourers, plumbers, electricians, roofers, landscapers, carpenters, rent equipment, buy carpet, appliances, etc etc. This is sometimes referred to as a travelling dollar where 1 dollar spent equals 7 to the economy.

Of course many industries do lots to the economy but what is mentioned is the tip of the iceberg and that is why government agencies like CMHC study the market and have qualified economists studying all parts of the real estate sector in all areas of Canada and the media loves to report on it. But please make sure that you look at your own local market and not just on a regional or provincial report- because what happens in one area may not impact another. Contact any of our agents to ask about how the present market conditions affect your property or the property you would like to buy.