As more Canadians near and enter retirement age, there are more new and innovative housing options to consider than ever before. Whether you’re planning for yourself or your parents, here are some exciting possibilities to think about, as well as the pros and cons: Aging in place An attractive option for those who are energetic… Continue reading Retirement Living: What Are My Options in Today’s Housing Market?
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Saskatoon House “Levelled” From an Explosion
Source: Tyler Barrow, Brendan Ellis, saskatoon.ctvnews,ca, June 21, 2021 The Saskatoon Fire Department chief said “considerable damage” was caused to multiple homes due to fire spread and flying debris. SASKATOON — Police have confirmed a person is dead following a home explosion in Saskatoon early Saturday morning. No details have been provided about the age… Continue reading Saskatoon House “Levelled” From an Explosion
9 Low Maintenance Plants for Beginners
Source: Lauren Geall, stylist.co.uk, October 14, 2020 Keeping your plants alive isn’t always as straightforward as it might seem. As Kermit the Frog once said, it’s not always easy being green – whether you accidentally overwater or leave them in the sunshine a little too long, there are plenty of reasons why your houseplants might… Continue reading 9 Low Maintenance Plants for Beginners
Edge Realty: #57 Kay Crescent, Golfview
For Sale $100,000 Listing #L202104 Listing Agent: Jenny Wozniak Description: SIZE/STYLE & LOT SIZE: Approx 16×72 mobile situated on a rented lot EFFECTIVE AGE: Built in 2001 TAXES: $500/month lot rent $80/month town tax BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 2 FEATURES: Motivated Seller! This home is ready for its new owners! Skylight in kitchen. 7 appliances included… Continue reading Edge Realty: #57 Kay Crescent, Golfview
Police Find Body After Investigating Prince Albert House Explosion
Source: Kelly Skjerven, globalnews.ca, March 22, 2021 The person’s identity has not been confirmed. Prince Albert police are investigating a suspicious death after a body was found at the scene of a house fire and explosion on Saturday afternoon. Police received a report about the incident at 1:40 p.m. on Saturday. Residents on the 500… Continue reading Police Find Body After Investigating Prince Albert House Explosion
In Canada’s Hot Housing Market, What Can You Buy for $500K, $1M and $1.5M?
Source: Erica Alini , Jon Azpiri , Rebecca Lau , Melissa Gilligan , Kalina Laframboise & Ryan Rocca , globalnews.ca, March 20, 2021 No matter where you live in Canada be prepared for spring bidding wars. Comparisons of what kinds of residential properties Canadians could buy with the same amount of many in different parts… Continue reading In Canada’s Hot Housing Market, What Can You Buy for $500K, $1M and $1.5M?
Stimulus Dollars to Improve Rural Roads and Bridges Will Also Contribute to Economic Recovery
Premier Scott Moe recently announced Saskatwachewan will advance $11.2 million in economic stimulus funds for the Rural Integrated Roads for Growth (RIRG) program. The funds will give RIRG a head start on getting projects approved for the 2021 construction season. RIRG will continue to assist RMs with the cost of construction and upgrading municipal roads,… Continue reading Stimulus Dollars to Improve Rural Roads and Bridges Will Also Contribute to Economic Recovery
Residential Home Sales Increase in Sask.
Source: Brady Ratzlaff, globalnews.ca, March 09, 2021 Home sales in Saskatoon were up 53 per cent to 320 in February 2021, a jump from 230 the same month last year. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a negative impact on many aspects of everyday life. That hasn’t been the case for housing sales in Saskatchewan through… Continue reading Residential Home Sales Increase in Sask.
Housing Benefit Expanded to Make Renting More Affordable
Every Canadian deserves a place to call home that meets their needs and that they can afford. The Saskatchewan Housing Benefit (SHB), launched in April by the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan to help people with low incomes have more affordable rent, has now been expanded to support more low income renters in the province.… Continue reading Housing Benefit Expanded to Make Renting More Affordable
HSBC’s Mortgage Rate of Less Than 1% Now Available in Canada
Source: The Canadian Press Staff, ctvnews.ca, December 05, 2020 The rate represents a discount of 1.46 per cent on HSBC’s current prime rate of 2.45 per cent. How would you like a mortgage with an interest rate of less than one per cent? That’s what HSBC, Canada’s seventh-largest bank by assets, is now advertising. The… Continue reading HSBC’s Mortgage Rate of Less Than 1% Now Available in Canada