Quick report on our sales numbers of real estate numbers

Things in our market have seemed they have been a little off. Maybe even slow. When you drill down on the numbers we are up in good places and down in good places. When I say this I am taking a snap shot of the whole year so far in 2014. (January to July). I think things seem off because our regular spring rush never happened. We have been steady and true.throughout the year. Number of listings are up 1%, sales numbers are up 2%, sales dollar volume up 8% and expireds are down 9%. Nothing extreme of coarse but steady as she goes!

All numbers provided is from my Association; Peterborough and The Kawarthas Association of REALTORS

567 Ennis Road Ennismore Brad Sinclair Re/Max

ELEVATED BRICK BUNGALOW in the heart of beautiful Ennismore. This home features central air, central vac,and 2 baths including an ensuite. Hardwood flooring in the master bedroom and formal dining room. The lower level has oversized windows for tons of light for the games room and the rec room featuring a 4 person hot tub. The double car garage has a entrance to the basement, and a door to the rear yard. The fenced yard is made for gardeners with tons of gardens and plants. Only 10 - 15 minutes from Peterborough. Located in close proximity to Robert Young Community Centre, St Martins School and all the amenities of Bridgenorth. House is being offered for sale `As Is`. Some work is required, but property is priced accordingly to make this your next family home.

"Hi Brad, How is the Real Estate Market in Peterborough and Ennismore"?

As a local Real Estate Agent in Ennismore, Lakefield, Smith and City of Peterborough, I am always asked the same question. "How is the market"? People want to know if it is a buyers market or a sellers market. Well, it all depends. I know our area is small but we have some major diversity in our market. We have rural residential, city residential, farms, condos, multifamily, residential waterfront, recreational waterfront to name a few areas. So how do I answer that question, same as I always do, it is "running straight with a sprinkle of encouragement". Why I say that, is we have had a market that has had very little movement since 2007. Most of the movement has been small increases. Ultimately that means we are doing well in the market in Peterborough. People ask if the bubble will burst? I have always said no as we have not had a "bubble" since 2002-2007.

 

So that all said we do have one segment that has been hurting. Waterfront. Our numbers have been shockingly low. What is the reason? I can not put my finger on one reason. I feel weather has not helped. I also feel money is tight for the average family and waterfront is a luxury that can be lived without. I also worry about the quality of water in our area. It is really poor with weeds and no one seems to be addressing the issue.

All in all there is a ton of optimism out in our market. Interest rates are low, financing is available and inventory seems to be selling in a reasonable amount of time.

Ennismore: Living here or Visiting here, it is a wonderful place!

Hello all!


As you know I am very proud to be part of the community of Ennismore. I thought that I would do a video of Ennismore so some people could get a small sample of what it is all about. Here it is:

1093 BIRCHVIEW DR Douro-Dummer Brad Sinclair Re/Max

Residential - Shows like new! Incredible opportunity, this 2 storey home with private lot has undergone some very nice renovations. The house features large bright windows, stone fireplace, hardwood floors, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and upper level laundry area with sitting room. Attached garage entrance into foyer. Just wait until you see the size of the backyard deck! Another deck overlooks front yard, accessible from master bedroom. Tons to offer for your growing family! Situated in a great area, very close to Stoney Lake and Clear Lake, golf courses, short drive into Lakefield. School buses at the door. Gorgeous landscaped country lot with mature trees, gardens etc.

 

The perfect family home in Ennismore Ontario and Buckhorn Lake 1404 Eastview Dr

Office inspections on rural properties Ennismore and Bridgenorth July 23/2014

1. 866 Garthorne Ave $369000
2. 520 Thomas Ave $229900
3. 1298 Youngs Cove Rd $319900
4. 1404 Eastview Dr $399900
5. 1688 Tara Rd $219900

Quick rant after showing properties

1 min video hint!

1688 Tara Rd Ennismore Ontario For Sale Re/max Brad Sinclair

RESIDENTIAL - Looking for a family home or your first home including a fenced yard in a rural setting? Here it is! This home is just waiting for you in Ennismore. The house features 3 bedrooms, 1-4pc bath, eat-in kitchen, huge deck which is accessed from patio doors in dining room. Bedrooms are a good size, fireplace and unfinished basement waiting your creativity. The yard features a nice size property at 100` x 190`. Rear yard is fully fenced backing onto farmland with waterviews. The detached garage is 2 cars and is heated. What else could you ask for in a value priced home?

Quick Stats of Peterborough and Area for June 2014

Hello,

 

I know everyone is really busy so I will keep this as short as possible. I hope your summer is going well. Enjoy it, only 160 days until winter! Lets look at some Summer numbers for the Peterborough Area:

 

·     Total # of new listings June 2013-2014: +16%

·     Total # of listings YTD 2013-2014:  –1%

·     Total # of sales in June 2013-2014:  +2%

·     Total # of sales YTD 2013-2014 –1%

If you have any questions, or if you would like to see how all these numbers effect the value of your real estate, give me a call and I will help you out!

 

 

Canadian Box Lacrosse and the Peterborough Lakers "no fighting"

Fighting was traditionally allowed in indoor Canadian box leagues, but with the two year old CLA rule stating that if any player takes part in a fight, from minor to senior level, they will be ejected from a game.

I have been a season ticket holder since 2004 of the Senior "A" Peterborough Laker box lacrosse team. Since my first game I was hooked by this fast and incredibly tough game. But that hook is starting to loose it's grip.

As a spectator, I find the game, and I could be wrong from the guys on the floor, incredibly cheap and dirty now. I find it lacking passion and honour that it once had. I find the game, well, boring. This is saying nothing about the players, their skill and ability is still there, it is just hampered by the dirty play by others with zero consequences. Last night I watched the league leading scorer, Mark Steenhuis get slashed from behind on the hands. Mark dropped like a rock. There was no call from the ref and the only thing the Lakers could do was have Suitor body check the guy to the ground.  (Suitor received a 7 minute roughing call for the hit) The game got dirtier from there. If Suitor was able to fight, an altercation would have happen, then that's it. Done. None of the other crap that happen afterwards would not have happen.

According to the CLA:

"The Canadian Lacrosse Association and its Board of Directors hereby declare (2012) that they are opposed to fighting in the game of lacrosse," the CLA stated in a press release, adding that is has approved rule changes that "positions Canadian lacrosse on the international stage as a world leader in maintaining the integrity of the game."

The CLA and its directors need to reinstate the 5 minutes for fighting rule. They need to do it fast, the game started to become healthy again and I believe they put a dagger in the heart of the progress of the game of Lacrosse. What I am watching is the lost of integrity of the leagues and by no means the CLA is a world leader in anything.

I truly not sure if I will be a season ticket holder in 2015.


Info for the quote of the CLA I got from http://www.laxmagazine.com/international/men/2012-13/news/121212_canadian_lacrosse_association_says_no_to_fighting by by Corey McLaughlin | LaxMagazine.com