Are things improving???

According to a recent article, it looks like there is a bottom to the recent economic woes, especially in the United States. Read the article here.

Home inpection

I have done another home inspection. This time, it is the neighboring property. Details to follow.

Ott-opia...

Ottawa is a beautiful city and I'm not the only person that thinks so. With many parks, bike paths, monuments, and other things, Ottawa is a place that I am proud to call home. The Ottawa Business Journal has their own take on the city's livability. They detail some information from a recent book that ranks Ottawa to other cities in Canada. Read the article here.

2nd annual Greely Eagles playoff pool.

Greely DNTW Eagles Fastball Club 2nd Annual Playoff Hockey Pool

Pick any 9 forwards, 4 defencemen, and 1 goalie from any team.

Forwards & Defence: 1pt for a goal, 1pt for an assist. Goalie: 1pt for a win, 1pt for a shutout

In the event of a tie in any money position, the team with the most goals will be the winner. If it’s still tied, then the prize money will be split.

Entry Fee: $10. Deadline to enter is Friday, April 17, 4:00PM.
Prize Money: 1st: $400, 2nd: $150, 3rd: $100.
Results to be posted on www.officepools.com
As you can see, I've set the deadline to be two days after the playoffs start, each series will have played one game by that point. Any other questions or if I've missed anything, let me know.

Latest real estate trends.

As doom and gloom the media has made the economy, there appears to be a silver lining in the clouds. Apparently, in Eastern Canada, there have been significant increases in real estate prices. In Ontaio and Quebec, prices have remained somewhat steady. It appears as if it is out West where the problems lay. See the article here.

It has begun!

I've started the final course for real estate! WOOHOO! I'm anxiously awaiting spring where I can start to buy and sell for friends, family and potential investors. I'll let everyone know how it's going, but the exam isn't until May 16th. I still have a bit of time in between. Plus, there is tax season to worry about. Fun times.