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February 2019 Issue
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Bonny Dann
February newsletter

Hi Friend

Hope you have been finding ways to stay warm in this cold snap we are trapped in. Apparently it is over twenty years since we have had it this cold for this long and no relief in the ten day forecast! Having said that it is not slowing people up from viewing real estate!

This is the fourth month a row were the stats have stayed pretty much the same. Sales are slightly down year over year, number of listings stayed close to the same except apartment condos which were down from 588 to 516, page 13. Average Semi-Detached price was up year over year! Detached prices were down slightly in all categories, average, median and benchmark, days on the market is staying very similar as well as sales to listing ratio. So really just more boring stats in my newsletter!

We have had great news that the Federal Reserve is not increasing it’s lending rate and Canada tends to follow suit . Also in January RBC, Canada’s largest bank, lower their interest rate and some of the other major banks indicated they were going to also.

All in all not a bad January and hopefully we have an early spring to compensate for this cold after all the average temperature has to work itself out!

Thanks,

Bonny

Bonny Dann
Bonny Dann
Real Estate Professionals Inc
403-975-0773
bonnydann.com

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2018 could have been the hottest year on record for Canadian home sales (if not for this policy change)

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The Canadian housing market had a rough year in 2018: sales dropped by 11 percent while the 4.1 percent decline in average price was the worst performance seen since 1995.

But it didn’t have to be that way, suggests the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA’s) top economist.

If federal policymakers hadn’t gotten involved by introducing new stress testing, Canada’s housing market probably would’ve reached never-before-seen heights in 2018, writes Gregory Klump, the association’s chief economist, in an Economic Insight.

Three Helpful Tips For Creating a Cozier Home

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Dealing with the dreary weather and chilling winds of February can be a trying experience. With spring still in the distance, it’s up to your home to provide the warm respite you need to get through the winter. With these handy tips, you can make your home the cozy getaway you need to get you through to spring.

Bring Warmer Colors Into Your Home

Colors have been proven to have a huge influence on a person’s mood. Take refuge from depressing weather forecasts and cold mornings by bringing some warmer colors into your home. Yellows, oranges, and certain shades of red can really brighten a room and bring a cozier feel to your interior. Some great additions that will bring these colors into your home include colored blankets for your couch, a decorative centerpiece for your coffee table, or perhaps a new table cloth.

Try a New Lighting Style

It may be a small tweak that you have never thought about before, but the way a room is lit can play a huge role in creating a warmer atmosphere. Lamps are a great way to illuminate a room and create a cozy, welcoming setting. If you are using lamps in your home, be sure to equip them with “Soft White” or “Warm White” light bulbs. These bulbs feature a slightly yellower tone that can help give your home a little bit of extra warmth.

Introduce a New Scent Into Your Home

Trying out a new comforting scent is a great way to make your home feel cozier. Scented candles, in particular, are a great option worth considering! Besides bringing a relaxing glow to your interior, scented candles are a fantastic way to bring a cozier atmosphere to a room. Some great scents to check out include woodsy aromas or scents that offer a hint of cinnamon.

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