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How to Search For a Trusted Real Estate Agent in Edmonton?

When you are buying or selling a property in Edmonton, you are most likely to connect with a real estate agent. You want to work with someone who has extensive experience in dealing with the property type you want to buy or sell. Hence, somebody that you can trust.

But how to choose an Edmonton real estate agent that is reliable, listens to your concerns, and knows the market well?

Let’s take a look at the things which can help you find the right one.

Check their knowledge

You will find plenty of real estate agents that deal with the type of property you want to buy or sell. However, it’s best to look for one who’s familiar with the neighborhood.

An estate agent who knows the neighborhood well is going to be more aware of the current property prices, nearby amenities, as well as the area's pros and cons. Therefore, it’s always wise to check their knowledge about the desired neighborhood before you decide to work with them.

Responsiveness

In the real estate market, some houses go quicker than the others and people often miss a great deal when they are aren’t updated quickly by their real estate agents. Therefore, another thing you should look for in real estate agents in Edmonton is their responsiveness.

Look for responsive realtors. Ask your friends or relatives who know one. Find an agent who answers phone calls, responds to emails, and gives answers to questions promptly.

A Full-Time agent

Buying or selling a property is a serious task. That’s why it’s necessary to work with someone who operates as a full-time agent, rather than doing it on the side as a hobby.

Try to find out how long they have been in the business, how many transactions they have completed, and check whether they have a real estate license. All this will help you connect with someone who is a full-time real estate professional, not a part-timer.

Talk With Their Recent Clients

When it comes to finding a trusted real estate agent in Edmonton, it’s good to talk with an agent’s recent clients.

Talk to them about their experience working with the agent. Find out whether they found them reliable, helpful, and trustworthy. Moreover, ask them whether they helped them get a good deal or not. It’s something important because you would want to connect with only an agent who is best for you.

Bottom Line

The best way to find a genuine real estate agent is to get a recommendation from someone you know well and be sure you work with someone who you find to be knowledgeable and experienced in the industry. Someone that can negotiate on your behalf and represent your interests.

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The Best Ways to Make Money in Local Real Estate Edmonton

Have you just stepped into the world of real estate? Congrats! You have made one of the best decisions for your career. But if you think the route will be simple, and that you will get every dreamed-of thing in no time, you are on the wrong side of the road.  

Making money in Local Real Estate Edmonton can initially seem to be quite easy - but in actuality, it is not.

You’re going to need to put in real efforts, and side with patience, as the market you have chosen is extremely competitive, and is crammed with a lot of stumbling blocks.

Don’t give up, and don’t allow anyone to put you down!

Instead, put things in order, and make the most of everything you can, with proper understanding and with smart approaches.

Whether you’re a veteran or a novice investor, you always want to attain comprehensive knowledge about the industry. Comprehensive knowledge (working in conjunction with the essential tools) helps you to make the best real estate investments with high ROI, and almost no risks.

So what are you waiting for? Check out some of the below-mentioned ways to make money in real-estate:

1. Invest in Non-Performing Notes

Chances are that you don’t have adequate knowledge about non-performing notes; but believe me, this can be your great hit for earning a huge amount, in no time at all. Non-performing notes help you purchase assets at a deep discount. Instead of selling the home, more and more lenders are instead interested in selling their non-performing mortgages to investors at a cut rate.

2. Purchase the Cities with Future Growth Potential

Buying properties in cities with high projected growth can help you to earn a good amount, as well. The game is quite simple: you buy cheap properties, and then rent them out when prices are up. The accessibility of these cities is not something to really be worried about, either. Depending on economic growth, there are at least ten next-wave cities in every country - no matter which country you’re looking at.

3. Source for Sale by Owner Listings

Consider sourcing FBSO listings for high-quality leads through lead generation tools. These tools are designed to deliver valuable FSBO leads, find missing contact information, and verify it against the DNC list.

4. Run a Short-Term Property Management Business

Right now, global tourism is on the rise, and you can make the most of this niche by offering quality accommodation services to travelers. In fact, you can even make a very good amount just by renting out the property and managing the services on behalf of landlords.

 The Last Word

Although real estate is a very lucrative industry, many people out there still remain skeptical about putting in their hard-earned money and joining the fray. People tend to think about the capital, but that's not always important. What’s more important to consider are your actions, plans, goals, or the approach that you take. Be sure and go with the best approach to make the most of the market, as you cannot expect a weak strategy to work for you and give you any benefit.

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Jeff Staple - Business of Hype

Jeff Staple is a creative genius! His creative vision has encompassed design, fashion, footwear, and brand marketing. Jeff is the founder of Staple Design Studio which has worked on creative projects with partners that include Adidas, Nike, Kia, Dr. Martin’s, Levis, Sony, Timberland, Microsoft and the famous streetwear brand, Pigeon. Jeff is also a well-regarded thought leader and host of the wildly successful podcast, Hype Beast.

Jeff’s story is simply incredible. He grew up in as an immigrant from China in a predominantly Italian, Jewish community. He tried to downplay his identity as being Chinese and didn’t want to use the race card when he started building his brand. He didn’t want to be identified as the coolest Chinese streetwear designer. He wanted to be the best streetwear brand regardless of color.

Listen in to Jeff’s compelling story and how he talks about his grassroots start that has turned into a gigantic global movement. Once you’ve listened to this episode be sure to check out our previous shows with Ryan Serhant and Bryan Casella for even more information on how to be relevant in today’s noisy real estate marketplace.

“Like it was really, the thing that I learned most was that like, you know, if you want to do something that you believe in, you really have to be able to sacrifice everything. And possibly even the support and validation of the people closest to you.” – Jeff Staple

 Some Of The Topics We Discussed Include:

·        Why you need to be yourself because you are already unique

·        How to be authentic and original

·        Why jumping in and figuring it out as you go is valuable

·        How to make your brand omnipresent

·        How to be creative and stand out in your industry

·        How to be confident in yourself

·        The ripple effect of your good work

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BC Real Estate Sector Will Have A New Regulator To Combat Money Laundering

In order to crack down on the money laundering problem in the real estate sector, the local government of British Columbia has created a single regulator. It was one of the key recommendations, according to some reports - which included the report released back in May, the Maureen Maloney.

A New Regulator

Back in November 2019, Finance Minister Carole James unveiled plans which will create legislation that will help designate the new regulator. Yes, it may take some time - however, with the creation of the B.C Financial Services Authority, this is possible. They are expecting to have a new regulator by 2021.

According to the Finance Minister: “But it will take some time to transition to make sure that the Crown corporation is ready to take on that responsibility… For example, we don’t want to have a gap in disciplinary hearings.”

James further explained, “We also need to give the financial services agency some time to get up and running.”

 At the moment, it is the joint responsibility of British Columbia’s Real Estate Council and Superintendent of Real Estate to supervise and enforce regulations in the sector. James added that these agencies have been given strict instructions to work closely together in ensuring that everything goes as planned.

The Finance Minister said, “It’s not that the systems in place aren’t doing their job… We believe there are efficiencies to be gained from having them under a single regulator.”

The Biggest Hindrance

The largest hindrance in British Columbia’s real estate market is the problem of money laundering. According to the expert of Maloney, this problem cost the industry $5 million in 2018, and the amount has increased by 5% in 2019.

British Columbia’s Financial Services Authority was created as a Crown agency. It has a board of directors that is independent. They work with the help of the Financial Services Authority Act, and will take over the Financial Institutions Commission.

In November 1, 2019, they were given authority to continue regulating the mortgage brokers, financial institutions, and private pensions plans of the province.

Stanley Hamilton, the authority chairman and UBC’s Sauder School of Business’s professor emeritus in real estate, said: “Bringing real estate regulation within the new B.C. Financial Services Authority is an important step towards modern, effective and efficient regulation.”

Micheal Noseworthy, the Superintendent of Real Estate of British Columbia, said that the move would help to protect the consumer better, and increase the confidence of the public to the sector.

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5 Things To Watch For When Choosing Real Estate Agents In Oakville

Buying or selling a home is an immense financial undertaking, which could become your life's most exciting time — or its most frustrating one.  Here are 5 things to keep in mind when choosing Real Estate Agents in Oakville.

To get a better idea of some things you should keep an eye out for, let's take a look at some of the things said by real estate agents.  Clearly, hiring a reputable agent is the best way to avoid these situations - here are a few things to watch for.

1. Telling you the price you’d like to hear

You’ll want to sell your price assuming that your house is worth more than people say it is, and since you are unaware of the market and the dipping and rising of prices, this is a common area of misconception.

An agent might tell you that your home is more valuable than it really is, and will tell you a generally higher price, in order to get your attention. After being hired and with some passing of time, however, they will turn around and request that you lower your price. This way, they will get their commission, and you will end up selling your house at a much lower price.

2. Experience

Agents know exactly how significant it is to demonstrate competence at a steady production level. In fact, one of the most important factors in choosing an agent is a solid track record of success.  This can be checked by simply calling their broker and counter checking.

3. Saying Commission is not negotiable

Brokerage fees, or commission, are not set, and may be negotiated before a deal is finally signed. What many customers do not know about this fact (nor will agents tell them about it) is that the property agents can change their brokerage fee. Keep in mind that any commission costs can be paid for in your contract, and can also be negotiated.

4. Misrepresenting their specialized area

It is useful to look for someone with experience in selling your kind of house. Sales of luxury homes, waterfront houses, condos and other styles of homes all come with different concerns, which only an expert can effectively predict and solve.

Many agents may claim that they have expertise in a certain field of interest, even when they don't have it. If you are connected to an agent working in a specific type of property, make sure that you ask them to back up their claims. Have them present you with a couple of recent sales which suit your needs.

5. Suggesting an open house is the best way to sell your property

The truth is that homes are rarely sold at open houses. Some figures place the amount of homes sold at open houses at less than 2%. That is not a promising number.

In cases wherein a buyer has decided to purchase a home after seeing it at an open house, they will have scheduled a showing, if the time wasn’t convenient. You’ll see real buyers schedule showings for properties that they are interested in viewing.

Any agent who tells you that open houses are the key to selling a home is simply not telling you the whole story. Most of the benefits of open houses go directly to the agent - who gets to offer their services to every party that walks through the door.

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Oxford Properties Group Launches The 1st Canadian Multi-Level Industrial Building

A new project has been launched by the Oxford Properties Group in Burnaby. The project is said to be the first multi-level industrial building in Canada. It comes with a full transport which allows access to the upper floor.

The Innovator

Oxford Properties Group is a manager, developer, and real estate investor. The company will begin construction of the building in the 2nd quarter of 2020. According to their estimate, it will be completed in 2022.

The building can be found in South Burnaby, at the 65-acre Riverbend Business Park of Oxford. It used to be a paperboard milling operation; however, in a few years, the site will be seeing a 707,000 sq. ft. building with more than 2 levels.

The site is close to Highway 91A and Marine Way’s intersection, and is situated beside the Fraser River. It was bought by Oxford in 2011, and the company has removed more than 300,000 cubic metres of debris and waste.

The Innovation

According to Jeff Miller, the head of industrial of Oxford, the new building’s ground floor will have more than 437,000 sq. feet of area. It will also have a 32-floor clear height, making it even more spacious. The building’s 2nd storey can be easily accessed by full-size transport trailers with the help of the heated ramp. It also has a space of 270,000 sq.ft., with a 130-foot truck court and 28-foot clear height.

In Burnaby, you’ll find plenty of multi-level industrial buildings. However, these buildings have office or light industrial space on their upper floors. They don’t have full truck capability on their upper floor, making Oxford’s building unique.

According to Miller, “This will be the first of its kind in Canada… They have been built globally for 20-plus years, but only in the past couple of years have they received quite a bit of attention in North America.”

He added: “You (will) have two independent, well-functioning buildings that just happen to be stacked on top of each other, with the ramp.”

The area where the building will be constructed already has five industrial buildings. Oxford’s new phase will have walking trails, which serve to attach the area to the public trail system. It will also have an amenity pier that will reach out into the river.

The new building will be leased in different ways. Several tenants can rent a single space and divide it into smaller spaces. One tenant can also take up the whole space, which can be as small as 70,000 sq. ft.

The Benefits Of The Innovation

According to Miller, passenger vehicles and delivery trucks can drive to the 2nd floor. The structure will be perfect for tenants who are looking for spaces great for logistics and e-commerce-related warehousing.

The market for tenants and developers in Metro Vancouver is encountering barriers because of the surging industrial land values and 2% industrial vacancy rate.

Miller said, “If you look at where multi-storey buildings have been built globally and where they may be built now in North America, you really need to start with land scarcity and expensive, very high barriers to entry.”

The next step for Vancouver is the increase of industrial buildings’ numbers.

Miller explained: “Vancouver definitely is one of the first (regions) that checks the boxes as far as economics and land scarcity in North America.”

The lease and vacancy rates in the Greater Toronto area show that stacked industrial will be hitting it soon.

Miller said, “You’re seeing them around the boroughs of New York, where you have such a massive population. There is one that went up in Seattle… Maybe one in California, but it’s not going to be a widespread phenomenon.”

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Top 10 Historic Houses in Canada

When visiting another country, it's always nice to see some of the historic and beautiful places it has to offer. You should take time to visit these places not only to appreciate the country even more, but also to learn more about it. And there are no other places more historic or more colorful than houses in which history happened.

10 Historic Houses In Canada

Canada is one of the most historic and colorful countries in the world. Everywhere you go, you'll find a place worth visiting. However, there are some places that are more worth visiting than others. Here are some of the houses that you should take time to visit:

1. Lougheed House

This place was first known as "Beaulieu", which means "beautiful place" in French. It's in Calgary, Alberta's Beltline district, and is a national historic site.

The Lougheed House Conservation Society are the ones who manage the place. It is a non-profit and an independent society that devotes itself to restoring the house and allowing the public to enjoy it.

Senator James Alexander Lougheed built the mansion back in 1891, for his wife Isabella Hardisty Lougheed. Together with their first two sons, Clarence and Norman, they moved into the house. After their move, they had four more children: Edgar, Dorothy, Douglas, and Marjorie.

The family expanded the house in 1907, in order to accommodate their growing family, as well as their increasing amount of acquaintances and friends. They made the house according to the municipal building code, because of the Calgary Fire in 1886.

For the most part, the Lougheed House was a residential place, a military barracks for women, blood donor clinic, and a women's training centre. However, preceding the year 2000, the house was empty, yet cared for. On that year, however, new restoration of the house began.

2. Henry House

The house can be found on Halifax Regional Municipality's Barrington Street. It's a two-and-a-half-storey property, and has been appointed as a National Historic Site of Canada. Under the Heritage Property Act of the province of Nova Scotia, the property is a Municipal Registered Property and a Provincially Registered Property.

Henry House was originally built for John Metzler back in 1834. He was a wealthy landowner and Halifax stonemason. The property is originally known as a house associated with William Alexander Henry, a native of Halifax who stayed with the Metzler family from 1854-1864.

Henry was very prominent back in the day, because he was a Father of Confederation. He was also the co-author of the British North America Act, a Mayor of Halifax, a provincial Attorney General, and a Member of the Nova Scotia House of Assembly. Henry served as Supreme Court of Canada's justice, and was the first Nova Scotian to ever do so.

During the late 19th and early 20th Centuries, the property was a Sailors' Home. The Navy League of Canada operated the property during that period.

Jacques Ducau and Richard (Dick) Raymond bought the property back in 1968. In 1969, the duo renovated the property, opening a restaurant and downstairs tavern inside. Little Stone Jug was the tavern, and the restaurant was deemed The Henry House.

The restaurant is still in operation today, but is now known as The Henry House Restaurant & Pub. In 1969, the property was appointed a National Historic Site.

3. Earnscliffe

The Victorian manor that was built in the style of the Gothic Revival can be found in Ottawa, Ontario. It was the house of Sir John A. Macdonald, the first Prime Minister of Canada. However, since 1930, it has become the house of Canada's British High Commissioner.

The company of Thomas McKay were the ones who built the property. It was built in 1855 for John McKinnon, McKay's son-in-law. In 1866, however, McKinnon suddenly died, and Thomas Keefer, McKay's other son-in-law, bought the property.

After two years, Keefer sold the property to a railroad developer, Thomas Reynolds. He stayed in the property for a couple of years. During his stay, the property got the name "Earnscliffe", which means "eagle's cliff".

In 1879, Reynolds died, and in 1883, Sir John A. Macdonald bought the property from Reynolds's son. During an earlier time, Macdonald had stayed with Reynolds. According to rumors, Macdonald was the one who gave the property its name. Macdonald made renovations to the property, and even added several rooms in 1888. He got sick and died on the property in 1891.

His widow, Lady Macdonald, briefly continued to reside in the home after his death, and Queen Victoria made her Baroness Macdonald of Earnscliffe. Soon, however, Lady Macdonald and her daughter departed for England, and leased the house to Lord Treowen, commander of the militia. Over the next decades, the building was home to several local notables, including Mrs. Charles A.E. Harriss.

Afterwards, William Henry Clark, Canada's first British High Commissioner, bought the house in 1930. And ever since, the property has been the British High Commissioner's house.

4. Dundurn Castle

If you're stopping by Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, then Dundun Castle is a must-stop. It's an 18,000 sq.ft. historic neoclassical mansion. The house cost $175,000 to build, and was finished in 1835. At the time, though, the house had the latest conveniences - such as running water and gas lighting!

The City of Hamilton is now the owner of the property, who purchased it for $50,000 in 1899. In order to make the property open to the public, the City has renovated it for almost $3 million. All of the rooms have been restored to how they looked back in 1855, when Sir Allan Napier MacNab owned it. Costumed interpreters are there to guide those who visit the house. A descendant of Sir Allan MacNab, the Duchess of Cornwall, is the Dundun Castle's Royal Patron.

Robert Charles Wetherell was the architect who built the house, completing it in 1835. Richard Beasley was the original owner of the house - however, due to financial problems, he was forced to sell it. He was one of the early settlers of Hamilton. MacNab built the house's foundation on the brick home of Beasley.

Once the house was finished, it became known for its grand entertainments all over Canada. King Edward VII and Sir John A. MacDonald are just a few of the people who have been to this historic house.

When MacNab died, the property became an institution for deaf mutes. In 1872, Donald McInnes bought the property. Later on, he would sell the property to the City of Hamilton. It was renovated, restored and appointed as a National Site of Canada.

5. Sir George Etienne Cartier House Museum

Another of Canada's National Historic Sites is the house of Sir George-Étienne Cartier. The place is now a historic house museum, commemorating Cartier's life and accomplishments. Nowadays, the house also has other adjoining houses, which features the architectural heritage of 19th-Century Montreal’s middle class.

The house is made up of adjacent houses: the 'west house' and the 'east house'. These houses were separate at first, but now they form one building. The 'west house' portrays the Cartier family's way of life during the 1960s, and an exhibit can be found on the 'east house' which showcases the life of Sir George-Étienne Cartier. Sir George-Étienne Cartier was a prominent man of his time, as a politician and a middle-class Montrealer.

Sir George-Étienne Cartier House showcases the work and career of one of the Fathers of Confederation. It's also a great example of a neoclassical building that went through modifications.

The house museum can be found on the northeast edge of the Old Montreal district. It was appointed as a Canadian National Historic Site in 1964. The house was recognized because of the architectural importance and historical value.

6. Park House Museum

When you go to Amherstburg, Ontario, Canada, then you should go to Park House Museum, a historic house museum that was built in Detroit in 1796. However, in 1799, it was moved to Amherstburg.

The house has had plenty of owners, but only the Park Family is widely-recognized. The Park Family lived in this house for 102 years.

The Rotary Club of Amherstburg would buy the property in 1972. It was renovated, and became a local history museum, portraying how it was in the 1850s.

Park House Museum was built by a British loyalist near the Rouge River in 1796. The owner went to Malden when the American Revolution was over. Two years later, in 1798, it was disassembled and moved, with the help of a canoe. The property was built back up again in Amherstburg on the 17th Lot, Dalhousie St., and it would stay there for the next 173 years.

Through a draw, the lot was awarded and given to Leigh, Duff, and Shepherd. Captain Hector McLean, Fort Malden's Commanding officer, chose to give it to Nancy, a schooner, instead. Nancy's owner held the property.

In 1817, the property was bought by Alexander Mackintosh. Soon after, however, in 1823, Jean Baptists Macon bought the property. Macon, who was a famous merchant, hired the Park brothers as clerks - and in 1839, Thomas F. Park bought the house. He lent it to Theodore Jones Park, Thomas's younger brother.

After Theodore Jones Park died, John R. Park, his younger brother, bought the property. The son of Theodore, Dr. Theodore James Park, lived in the house after that. And when he died, Lizzie, his sister, owned the property.

The property changed hands multiple times afterwards. Nowadays, though, it's educating everyone about day-to-day living in the 1850s. The Park House Museum was appointed as a National Historic Site on October 4, 2018.

7. McCrae House

One of Canada's Historic Sites is the McCrae House. It can be found in the birthplace of John McCrae in Guelph, Ontario. John McCrae is a soldier, doctor, and the author of "In Flanders Fields".

McCrae House is a small limestone cottage that is owned by the McCrae family. It was first built in 1858, and the McCrae family stayed there from 1870 until 1873. The property changed hands multiple times, until a group of Guelph citizens bought it in 1966. They created the Lt. Col. John McCrae Birthplace Society, and raised money to restore the house.

Every year, the house offers a different theme. It has temporary and permanent exhibition spaces, which showcase the life of John McCrae. The house was appointed as a place of national significance by the Historic Sites and Monuments Board. John McCrae was also appointed as a person of national significance.

8. Manoir Papineau

The Papineau family stayed in the Manoir Papineau from 1850 to 1929. Manoir Papineau is now being operated by Parks Canada. In 1993, Parks Canada were appointed as its custodians, and they opened it to the public.

Manoir Papineau is considered to be one of the Ottawa River region's most important heritage locations. The property was built to remember Louis-Joseph Papineau, who was one of the leading politicians of the 19th Century, and was the first leader of the French-Canadian nationalists. Later on, he became La Petite-Nation's first seigneur.

The house was built when Papineau came back to Canada, after he had been exiled to Europe. And he and his family lived here, in the house, until he died. Generations of his family continued to live in the house until the 1920s.

9. Maison Cartier

One of the most historic houses in Montreal is Maison Cartier. In Old Montreal, you can find the Maison Cartier, which is also appointed as a Canadian National Historic Site. It was appointed as a National Historic Site back on November 19, 1982.

The Maison Cartier was built from 1812 to 1813. Amiable Amiot dit Villeneuve, a mason, and Antoine Bouteiller, a carpenter, constructed the house. The walls and the dormers on the roof are made of ashlar. They are great examples of the 19th Century's urban architecture of Quebec. Augustin Perrault and Louis Parthenais were the first owners of the Maison Cartier.

Maison Cartier can be found in one of the most colorful areas in Montreal, The Village. Its interior design is heavily inspired from Art Deco's style and elegance. Each room has its own terrace or balcony, allowing you to enjoy the view of the city. If you want to enjoy Montreal, then you should definitely visit Maison Cartier.

10. Château Dufresne

One of the most historic places in Canada is Château Dufresne, a historic house in Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve's borough. Oscar Dufresne and Marius Dufresne, two French-Canadian entrepreneurs who had huge involvements in the Maisonneuve's history, stayed at this house for a time.

Originally, the place was parted into two different houses - one for each Dufresne. The Dufresne family would later sell the property to the Congregation of the Holy Cross, who would use it as the Holy Cross College's pavilion annex.

In 1957, the City of Montreal became the new owner of the property. However, until 1961, Holy Cross College stayed as a tenant. Then, from 1965 to 1968, the Montreal Museum of Contemporary Art was the tenant. From 1976 to 1997, the mansion's tenant was the Montreal Museum of Decorative Arts. And the Château Dufresne Museum has been staying in the property from 1999 up until now. In 2014, the property was renamed “Dufresne-Nincheri Museum”.

Marius Dufresne and Jules Renard designed the property in the style of the Beaux-Arts. It was appointed as a historic monument by the provincial government in 1976.

Worth The Visit

 Each of the houses on this list is worth the visit. You will not only get to experience the history of Canada, but you will also be able to enjoy the view! If you're planning to learn history, or to simply enjoy a trip or two, then why don't you hop in your car and drive out to visit!

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The 5 Best Places To Retire In Canada

When you reach a certain age, you realize that your life has changed a lot. You may have bought your family house 10 years ago, 20 years ago, or even 30 years ago. Your kids may have moved out now, and have lives of their own. Prices have changed, music has changed, fashion has changed, everything has changed. And this may be the reason why, since you’re already getting older, you may also want to change your environment.

And now that you’ve decided you want a change in scenery, it’s time to decide where! You may have already spent some time looking at real estate prices, crime rates, climate data, or statistics and figures. Those numbers may help you decide, but let’s be honest: these figures never really give you the whole picture.

So, what should you do? Well, here at Greater Property Group, we’ve scoured the country, and found the absolute best places to retire in Canada.

1. Ottawa, Ontario

The city of Ottawa is known as the heart of Canada’s capital region, Ontario. Ottawa has a population of 934,243, and has a vibrant lifestyle. Every year, since 1952, the city celebrates the Canadian Tulip Festival.

For obvious reasons, the city of Ottawa is a fantastic retirees’ destination. Ottawa is one of the best places to settle in, and offers a great mix of attractions and conveniences. The two rivers that flow through Ottawa are lined with greenspace and parkland. There are plenty of galleries and museums for you to enjoy. You can go to the National Gallery of Canada, Canadian Museum of History, Canada Science and Technology Museum, Canada Aviation and Space Museum, and Canada Agriculture and Food Museum.

Financial-wise, in 2016, the city was ranked top 1 by MoneySense in their list of the Best Places To Live. The next year, the city ranked top 2. Ottawa is especially noted for their great access to health care, a collection of cultural activities, and their active real estate market.

If you don’t want to live in the city, you can also live in the smaller communities nearby. These communities are definitely worth considering, and some of them even offer great real estate values. There are plenty of houses here that are modern, with a touch of small town charm. You can visit Manotick, Stittsville, and Carleton Place, if you want to be near the capital, yet still be able to enjoy country living.

2. West Vancouver, British Columbia

The city of West Vancouver is a city where you can enjoy the temperate coastal temperature, while sipping your cocktail in a coconut shell. West Vancouver’s lifestyle is casual, with a population of 42,473. If you enjoy reading, you’ll be happy to know that the city has the highest number of books lent each year in the entire country!

The city of West Vancouver is one of the best cities to retire in for plenty of reasons. West Vancouver is home to Cypress Provincial, which is the signature attraction of the city. The park is filled with cross-country skiing and hiking trails that everyone can enjoy. It’s no wonder that the country is also chosen as the host of most Winter Olympics events.

Yes, all of the cities in British Columbia are great for retirement - however, West Vancouver is the cherry on top. The city is set comfortable away from the busy streets of Vancouver, and has inexpensive real estate. And if you find yourself missing the city lights, all you need to do is cross the Lion’s Gate Bridge!

In the city of West Vancouver, you’ll get to enjoy the mountain scenery and explore the parks, such as Cypress Provincial Park and Stanley Park. Plus, according to the law, industries are not allowed within the city. Wouldn’t it be great to spend your days being active and having fun here?

3. Collingwood, Ontario

The town of Collingwood first became a town in 1858, and has a population of no less than 21,000. Collingwood was named after the second-in-command of Lord Nelson during the Battle of Trafalgar, Admiral Cuthbert Collingwood. The lifestyle here is very social, and the weather is continental. You will also find the largest Elvis festival in the world, the Collingwood Elvis Festival, right here. It’s been held in July every year since 1994.

No matter who you ask about their favourite summer beach destinations in Canada, you’ll surely hear Collingwood as part of their list. And it’s no wonder why, since the town has remarkable features such as Georgian Bay, and Sunset Point Beach. If you’re a sun-worshipper, then you’ll surely enjoy living in Collingwood.

Georgian Bay is home to some of Canada’s most beautiful waters to sail in. In this town, you’ll find Balmoral Village, the community with an adult lifestyle. During the winter, the town also boasts skiing areas, which you can find in the nearby Blue Mountain. Plus, the town’s entire surrounding area is filled with unparalleled natural beauty.

4. Calgary, Alberta

The city of Calgary is known as the sunniest city in Canada. Well, it’s not overrated in any way, since the city’s warm wind, the chinook, can become 15 degrees centigrade in just a few hours! The city has, of course, a continental weather, while the lifestyle is cosmopolitan. Calgary has a population of 1,239,220, and plays host to the largest outdoor event in the world: Calgary Stampede.

The Economist named the city of Calgary as one of the world’s most livable cities. Calgary has the highest GDP in Canada each year. It also provides its residents with the best quality of life. These qualities all serve to make the city the Wild Rose Country’s prized jewel.

The city of Calgary certainly has the feel of a big city, while also retaining the classic small town charm. Here, you can easily enjoy the nightlife, street festivals, and other outdoor activities. Calgary features a lifestyle where you can enjoy working hard (which you have surely done for decades), while playing harder.

5. Clarington, Ontario

You can find the municipality of Clarington just outside the Greater Toronto Area, and on Lake Ontario’s pristine shores. This municipality offers one of the most wonderful communities you can find in all of Canada. Here, you can enjoy the life of living in the city, while within reach of escaping to relax in the country. Even as a retiree, Clarington will let you have a place to work, do your business, be able to play, or simply stay active.

The community of Clarington has humid continental weather, and has a population of 92,013. Here, you’ll be able to enjoy a slow lifestyle, or a fast-paced day-to-day living, the choice is all yours. You’ll be able to walk the parks, hike the trails, or swim on the beaches! Not to mention, the home of summer concerts, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, can also be found here.

Clarington is within reach of Toronto, making it desirable in many ways. The prices of real estate are reasonable. However, you have to be quick, since the market is quickly and steadily appreciating. It’s no wonder, since Clarington has a strong presence of commuting families, while also boasting a low crime rate.

 Living The Life!

Who said that because you’re getting older, you have to live less? Well, whoever said that got it all wrong. As a retiree, you have all the time in your hands, so why not make the best of it? Choose the best place that you should have. Pick your new home, pack up your stuff, and make your move now. Soon you’ll be there, saying, “I’m here… and I’m living the life!”

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The Biggest Real Estate Property For Sale In Canada Now

A Safe Haven

In 1954, Anthony Markus wanted to escape the Communist regime of his country. And he planned to do so, together with his two friends. One night, he hid near the border of Hungary and Austria, waiting for his friends to arrive. Unfortunately, however, his friends never showed up. The young escapee at last decided to set on his own, crossing obstacles just to taste freedom from living behind the clutches of the Iron Curtain. He ran until he stumbled upon an Austrian vineyard. Lucky for him, the farmer gave him a place to stay, and the means to earn a living.

Markus's life was not easy, even after escaping the regime. Today, however, he now finds himself as the owner of one of the largest farms in the north. Markus is able to enjoy plowing the 14,000 acre fields, and taking care of more or less 1,000 cattle!

After Markus left Hungary, he travelled until he found his way to Canada, where he first worked in The Pas's bush south, and then went to work as a baker in Regina. Markus brought with him Margaretta, a woman he had met in Austria. And later on, the two would marry.

After Markus was laid off at the bakery, he began thinking of farming instead. His father was a farmer before the Communist regime, and he had even worked as a farmer himself. So, he and his wife pooled their savings, and went back to Manitoba. With the money he had, he bought a 400 acre piece of land there. Eventually, through hard work and dedication, he built it into what it is today.

The place sure is far from where Markus grew up, but it's a safe haven for him and his family. You can enjoy doing that too - if you have $53.3 million lying around, of course.

The Land

The property is made up of three farms, being sold as one. Markus is tending to the biggest chunk of the property. All of these farms are equivalent to 24,000 acres, and this is said to be the biggest piece of real estate on the market.

If you want to know how big the property is, well, just imagine the City of Vancouver. Then picture the whole city to be slightly smaller, and resembling a flat piece of paper. All the buildings are replaced by a flat expanse, spreading outward in all directions from the center. That's how big the property is.

According to Markus,“It’s flat like a pancake; you can farm corner to corner… We don’t have rats, we don’t have gophers, we don’t have molehills.”

Markus farms grain and cattle on his main farm, while the two adjacent farms are for wheat, oats, and canola.

The Sale

Darren Sander, a Saskatoon-based realtor, is the one overseeing the sale.

He said, “One of the things about selling farms that is probably different than other real estate is that, when a farmer hires us to come to the door, they’re hiring you to sell their life’s work… With a farmer, farming isn’t just what they do. It’s who they are.”

Sanders was the one who thought of grouping the three farms together. He explained, “To make it of such a size that we could draw someone from a long distance to buy this property.”

Luckily for Sanders, Markus's neighbours were also up to the idea. The sale of the three farms is not exclusive, which means that anyone who is interested in purchasing only one of the three is still welcome to do so. However, Sanders has also said that people who have reached out to them so far are interested in the packaged sale.

Anyone looking to purchase the property would really be getting everything that they see in it.

Sanders said it “Includes all buildings, homes, bins and all infrastructure. The equipment and cattle is also included.”

Unfortunately, most potential buyers for these types of properties are farmers. However, Sanders is still positive that the property will be sold soon. He said that the value for the money is what will draw buyers in.

Even though the prices in the area have risen, they are still quite low, when compared to the prices in Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia.

Sanders said, “It’s the most economically-priced, cultivated land that I am aware of in Canada… And it’s great land, great soil.”

The only drawback of the property is its location.

 The Farming Sector

It's true that the farming sector get less attention, when compared to the residential and commercial real estate. It might not be surprising for you to hear that many pastures and fields that are for sale don't get too many buyers.

According to a study done by Statistics Canada, most farmers nowadays are at an age where they're close to retiring. And we may soon be seeing large numbers of agricultural buildings and farmlands changing hands. The amount of money that comes with these numbers (estimated to be no less than $420 billion in 2016) is quite high, as well.

In recent years, the real estate market has seen an upward price trajectory, especially in the housing sector. However, this does not mean that the farming sector is getting left behind. According to a Crown corporation which aids farmers by lending them money, Farm Credit Canada, the farmland annual price gain is 8% since 2000. There are even times when the annual price gain will reach up to 25%.

According to the chief agricultural economist of Farm Credit Canada, J.P Gervais, the primary reason of farmlands' escalating prices is the rise of farm incomes. He pointed out that, "That can be explained by one thing — demand for food… We’ve seen a slowdown in the world economy, but in terms of food demand, the fundamentals remain very positive.”

After the financial crisis of the late 2000s, the farming sector became an asset of its own. And since "everyone has to eat", investors quickly found themselves running away from the stock market and diving headfirst into the farming sector.

 The Plan

Markus plans to take a break from farming, if the property is sold. He wants to fly more, and maybe even build and ride a motorcycle. Markus would also like to visit his sister, who owns a vineyard in France.

Markus would still continue to farm - maybe not on his property, but on his neighbors'. He said, “I might be selling my farm, but I really enjoy running farm equipment… I just don’t want to be doing it 24/7.”

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