International Tribune Herald writer Linda Baker wrote a feature article on Canada’s “most espensive housing market” - Vancouver.   An excerpt:

“It is not hard to understand why the city is so appealing: Vancouver has been described as Canada’s version of San Francisco. It has a cosmopolitan feel, yet it is surrounded by mountains and water. The temperate climate attracts retirees, while the vibrant urban lifestyle draws young singles. The economy, supported by forest products, mining and an active film industry, is also growing, thanks in part to the development associated with the city’s serving as host to the 2010 winter Olympic Games.”

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Posted: October 28th, 2007 under Spotlight on Hot Neighbourhoods.
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The Las Vegas Review-Journal published an interesting article about housing prices in the exciting “City of Lights”.  According to the 2007 Home Price Comparison Index by Coldwell Banker, Las Vegas is one of the more affordable US cities.

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Posted: October 8th, 2007 under Spotlight on Hot Neighbourhoods.
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According to the Saskatoon StarPhoenix, housing prices have rocketed up by 50 per cent in Saskatoon and owners of two-storeys have been able to command $323,750 on average for their houses during the past three months, a rise of 62.2 %.

Condominium prices rose at a whopping 75 per cent year-over-year rise as resale condos in Saskatoon are now averaging $207,500 a unit.

Click here to read Murray Lyons’ full article:  “Saskatoon’s rise in real estate leads the nation”

Posted: September 29th, 2007 under Spotlight on Hot Neighbourhoods.
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