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HRM 2009 Fall Market

Paulette Upshall — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 14:23:00 GMT

October 2009 - the kiddies are back in school, extra-curricular activities have started up, and Thanksgiving, Halloween and Christmas are just around the corner. I know that in my own household, things have started to tick at a normal speed with Taekwon-Do 3x/week, swimming 1x/week, regular homework coming in from HPCS.

Believe it or not, the real estate FALL market is also in full swing!! Typical for a FALL market, the number of listings are lower and the number of buyers looking is lower than the peek of the SPRING market. However, I prefer the fall market! The sellers are more serious and the buyers actually want to buy something!

You likely have noticed a lot more signs around your neighbourhood lately – and, you probably have seen a lot more ‘SOLD’ signs as well. This is the time of year that the home down the street that seemed as though it had been on the market forever finally sells. The buyers are out and hoping to move before the winter. Plus, mortgage rates are still amazing and they continue to motivate the buyers to buy now rather than in the uncertain winter and 2010 spring markets (who knows what the rqates will be then).

Here are some NSAR/CREA statistics for September to show you how healthy the market in HRM actually is!!

TOTAL # of Listings 2009 - 1793; 2008 - 1783; 2007 - 1609 (2009 is Up 1% from 2008)

TOTAL # of Closed Sales 2009 - 897; 2008 - 1014; 2007 - 999

Just released September 30, 2009 by Online Wall Street Journal.... "Canada's overall economy might be sputtering, but its existing housing market is firing on all cylinders and moving forward at a measured pace."

So buyers - looking for free information about buying a home - contact me!

Sellers - Comparative market analysis and staging info free - contact me!

Paulette Upshall

Twitter @Century21NS; @HalifaxRealtor1; @pupshallc21ns

902-877-8851

Century 21 Admiral Cove Realty, Bedford/Halifax, Nova Scotia

STAMPS FOR SALE - SEPT 2008

Paulette Upshall — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:12:00 GMT

The sets are listed as follows (I can email easier to read excel copy):

Name of Set, condition, yes made, Retired as RET and original (price), ASKING PRICE

Ask Price Very Punny - SU 1 mounted 8 2007 RET 25 Well-Worn Alphabet Not opened 28 2007 49.95 40 Tag Time Mounted - most not used 14 2004 RET (36.95) 31 It's Snow Time not opened 12 2004 RET (40.95) 35 Summer By The Sea Gently used 5 - missing 1 saying 2004 RET (39.95) 30 Monogram "U" Used once 1 2006 RET (22.95) 17 Canvas Used once 1 2005 20.95 15 Everyday Flexible Phrases Some words used once 56 2004 49.95 45 Favourite Teddy Bear Some words used once 15 2003 RET (40.95) 35 All I Have Seen Used once 4 2005 RET (20.95) 15 Curvy Verses Used once 8 2004 24.95 20 Well Worn Numbers Not opened 12 2007 26.95 20 Festive Four Used once 4 2004 RET (16.95) 12 Beyond the Basics Gently used 4 2001 RET (16.95) 12 Love Ya Bunches Used once 6 2005 RET (24.95) 20 A Little Love Some words used once 12 2004 speciality 30 Wonderful Words One word mounted 4 2004 24.95 20 Sincere Salutations Mounted - most not used 8 2005 24.95 20 Lexicon of Love Mounted - most not used 4 2005 RET (20.95) 15 Simple Shapes Gently used 10 2003 RET (31.95) 26 Lovely as a Tree Mounted - most not used 6 2001 30.95 25 Baby Firsts Gently used 8 2000 RET (27.95) 22 Unfroggetable Mounted - most not used 11 2006 RET (34.95) 29 Tags & More Mounted - used once 8 2001 RET (27.95) 22 Monkey Business Mounted - used once 8 2005 RET (31.95) 26 The World Over One word mounted 3 2006 Hostess Set 20 By Land Not opened 7 2006 RET (31.95) 26 A Greeting for All Reasons Not opened 14 2001 RET (39.95) 35 Toy Box Gently used 13 2002 RET (35.95) 30 Occasionally Gently used 8 2004 speciality 25 Along the Same Lines Mounted - most not used 4 2005 Hostess Set 20 On Angel Wings Gently used 4 2004 speciality 20 Pure & Simple Numbers Not opened 12 2003 RET (24.95) 20 Cute Converse Some mounted, Some not 12 2006 speciality 30 Garden Collage Gently used 3 2005 speciality 20 Paint Prints Gently used 6 2005 speciality 20 LadyBug Picnic Gently used 5 2004 RET (32.95) 25 The Art of Life Gently used 4 2005 speciality 20 Polka Dots & Paisley Not opened 6 2007 RET 20 Weather of Not One word mounted 4 2005 RET 20 Something to Celebrate Mounted - most not used 9 2004 RET (35.95) 30 Delightful Doodles Mounted - most not used 4 2002 RET 17.95 15 Small Script Not opened 4 2005 Hostess Set 15 Versatile Verses 2 mounted & used 8 1999 RET (38.95) 32 A Light Heart Not opened 7 2006 RET 25 Tags So Much Not opened 6 2006 speciality 22 Definitely Decorative Crayon Fun Gently used 6 2003 RET (28.95) 25 2 Step - Light Layers Plus Gently used 8 2004 RET 25 Definitely Decorative Crayon Kids Gently used 10 2002 RET (47.95) 40 Travel Time Mounted - 2 used 9 2003 RET (41.95) 35 Stipple Celebrations Gently used 14 2003 RET (41.95) 35 Animal Alphabet Mounted - some used 28 2005 RET 35 Alphabet Fun Upper Mounted - gently used 28 2002 RET (42.95) 35 Special Day Not opened 1 2004 RET (22.95) 20 Friend to Friend Not opened 6 RET (35.95) 30 Bold Alphabet Upper/Lower Mounted - gently used 28 x 2 2002 RET (53.95) 45 Holiday Minis Some mounted, Some not 8 2002 RET 25 Merry Gently used 8 2005 RET (32.95) 27 2 Step - Shapes & Shadows Gently used 12 2004 RET (42.95) 35 Nature's Secret Some mounted, Some not 6 2006 Hostess Set 25 Happy Harmony Not opened 6 2007 RET 25 Tagger's Dozen Not opened 12 2006 RET 30 So Very Not opened 8 2007 RET 25 Warm Words Not opened 8 2006 RET (27.95) 22

I have a few wheels as well and some ink pads that I will part with - let me know your interest level.

Shipping (if unable to pick up in HRM) will be actual cost via Canada Post. Payment will be by email money transfer or paypal payment prior to shipping of product.

Paulette Upshall

902-877-8851

mailto:pupshall@gmail.com

HRM FALL REAL ESTATE MARKET 2008

Paulette Upshall — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:08:00 GMT

As the children settle back into school and the adults return to their "normal" day-to-day activities, the Fall Real Estate Market in HRM is beginning to sizzle.

NSAR states: The number of new listings of homes for sale on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) of all real estate Boards in Canada set a new record in July 2008, according to MLS® statistics released by The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). New MLS® residential listings numbered 80,147 units in July 2008, up 1.4 per cent from the previous month and 0.5 per cent above the previous record set in May 2008. This is the first time in any month that new listings surpassed eighty thousand units. "To keep things in perspective, 2007 was a record year for MLS® sales in Canada," says the President of The Canadian Real Estate Association, Calvin Lindberg. "The fact that sales volume continue at levels so close to that record year indicates what a dynamic and active real estate market there is in many regions of the country." "The other factor is that the more listings there are on the market, the bigger the impact on the average price," the CREA President adds. "It means a market when buyers have more options, and sellers must be realistic in their pricing expectations. A REALTOR® has expertise and marketing resources to help both."

More listings, dynamic and active, buyers have more options, sellers must be realistic!

What a great market to be in for the FALL MARKET! NOW is the time to place homes on the market and for buyers to obtain the best "bang for their buck!" An equal market for sellers and buyers is a fair market...welcome to FALL 2008!

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BACK TO SCHOOL...

Paulette Upshall — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 14:11:00 GMT

Elizabeth St. Cyr stated: "Just like the commercial says, it truly is "the most wonderful time of the year"...that is when the children are back to school, and us adults return to organized, scheduled normality...Just when we finally feel like summer has arrived in its truest form, it appears that it's soon to be over. The start of the school year typically signifies the end of summer and the onset of fall...Roll on Indian Summer...I truly think we deserve it after the "summer" we have just experienced...if I dare even call it summer. It's been a bit of an odd market too this year. When it's normally busy it's been quiet, and conversley when we expected quiet it was busy. No complaints here, at least there is still activity despite what the economists are saying. Things will pick up again in the next week or two as people set back into their routine. So don't think of this as the quiet time of the year, it really isn't - perhaps a tad quieter than the spring market - but definitely still a good time to consider selling or buying a property. But for the next day or two the focus is on the kids and school. Enjoy!

http://www.elizabethforhomes.com/blogs/elizabeth__st_cyr/archive/2008/09/01/back-to-school.aspx

"Things will pick up again in the next week or two as people set back into their routine." Well said Elizabeth - things definitely will pick-up with school being back in and people returning to their "normal" routines! This past weekend, we had an influx of 4 buyers all at the same time - a good beginning to the FALL MARKET!! Thankfully, Canada's and Altantic Canada's real estate markets remain healthy and consistent (unlike our southern neighbours).

I look forward to a strong fall with good weather! Call our office today to get ready...

MLS Stats for First Quarter of 2008 - Hammonds Plains

Paulette Upshall — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:33:00 GMT

The MLS area of Hammonds Plains is quite large encompassing Kingswood, Glen Arbour, Maplewood, White Birch Hills, Highland Park, Westwood, stillwater Lake, and Halliburton Hills!

It has been a good year so far for the Hammonds Plains region. Prices in Hammonds Plains have grown from an average of $269,452 in 2007 to $299,083 so far in 2008! Number of listings in 2007 up to end of April was 192 - this number is up in 2008 to 255. However - this is where the good news ends - the number of sales for 2007 was up over 2008 with 113 in 2007 and only 101 for 2008. So despite the added listings, there are fewer deals/sales. The sales to listings ratio was also better in 2007 with 58%. So far in 2008, Hammonds Plains or area 21 has only had a 40% sales to listing ratio.

The hottest area to date in 2008 in the HRM area has been area 8 (Armdale/Purcell's Cove/Herring Cove) - with an 83% sales to listings ratio. Wow!!

What has happened? Is there a trend or is it just not the time for the hot market in Hammonds Plains? Time will tell.

Welcome Kim Beaupre to Century 21 Admiral Cove Realty

Paulette Upshall — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 21:25:00 GMT

I'd like to take this opportunity to welcome KIM BEAUPRE to the Century 21 Admiral Cove Realty office!

Kim graduated from the NS real estate course today and is happy to make our office her home!! An important note - she is bilingual!! So if you have any French clients, feel free to give her to call to help!! She can be reached at 209-2172 or via email @ kim.beaupre@century21.ca

She comes to us with a background in teaching. She is married to Paul with an adorable young son named Christopher.

Welcome Kim!!

Paulette & Richard!!

SPRING TO SUCCESS - 2008

Paulette Upshall — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 19:08:00 GMT

Spring has sprung in the real estate world...people are listing their homes and the buyers are out every day looking for homes.

Are you ready for the 2008 Real Estate Spring Market?

SELLERS....

1. Apply that coat of paint, declutter, spruce up your houses...

2. Call the Halifax Real Estate Team for a FREE, No Obligation Comparative Market Analysis.

3. Find out about our Competitive Marketing Package - we can help you save money!!

4. List your house for sale with the Halifax Real Estate Team...

5. Let's find you the house of your dreams!

BUYERS...

1. Call the Halifax Real Estate Team and we can set you up with the professionals you need to get you started.

2. We have a great team of Mortgage Brokers, Investment People, Lawyers, Inspectors - just waiting for you!

3. We approach purchasing a home with an informative and enjoyable approach. We use our expertise in home construction, home inspection, and home accessibility to find the best home for your needs/wants.

4. We're not "pushy" real estate agents...we realize you need time to consider your goals before taking the home ownership plunge. That's okay!!

5. We follow the process from beginning to end - giving you advice along the way.

FINALLY - - - WHAT'S GOING TO WORK - TEAMWORK!! CALL PAULETTE TODAY (877-8851 or 877-C21-ADMI)

Seniors, Baby Boomers, Individuals with Disabilities

Paulette Upshall — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 14:10:00 GMT

There are presently 3.8 million Canadian households over the age of 55 who control over 500 billion dollars of real estate. This group will only continue to expand over the next 10 years. As more baby boomers reach late middle age, the overall demand for “special” services will increase. Special includes smaller houses or down-sizing, accessible houses, condominium living to decrease outside maintenance, or assisted living arrangements.

The need for housing for individuals with disabilities exists in Nova Scotia. Since I have a degree and experience in Occupational Therapy, I am able to apply this knowledge to the present real estate market. Working with a team of professionals, we can find the right home for you. Should you need an accessible design (dwellings that meet specific requirements for accessibility), adaptable housing (increased doorway and hallway width, adjustable countertops and cabinetry, no steps, electrical outlets and light switches placed at more accessible heights, larger bathrooms, wall reinforcements for hand rails, and accessible baths and toilets), or a barrier free home (a home that has no physical barriers such as steps, curbs or other similar structures that would present a barrier to someone in a wheelchair), we can work together to find an appropriate home for you.

Call Paulette Upshall, BScOT, OT Reg (NS)

CENTURY 21 Admiral Cove Realty Ltd.

902-877-8851

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The Changing Face of Real Estate Agents...

Paulette Upshall — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 05:40:00 GMT

20 to 30 years ago, there were only a hand few of realtors working the HRM area. Now there are over 1500 registered in the HRM and surrounding areas alone. Those numbers are staggering. But did you know that only about 1 in 5 of these new agents actually make it past the first two years? Did you also know that the majority of realtors are on their second, third, or sometimes fourth careers before entering the real estate world? It's these previous careers and the lifestyles that went with those careers that makes the realtor that we have today. We bring all our experiences with us...our well-rounded personalities and experiences that gives the best realtor possible.

Most of us are available full-time, many of us now team up so that do get a bit of time off for our families when it is needed.

We are here to help with the real estate transaction - yes we can help make the steps along the way alot more understandable and smooth!!

WHAT'S GOING TO WORK...TEAMWORK!!! Give us a ring - Paulette (877-8851)