Some 89% of Canadians think real estate prices in their own neighborhood will either increase or stay the same over the next six months, according to a poll last week by Nanos research. The results from the poll of 1,003 Canadians, conducted in mid-December, shows Canadians are as confident in the national economy now as they were prior to the recession. And a key driver to that, says the poll authors, is real estate. Some 46 per cent of respondents say the value of real estate in their neighborhoods will increase in the next six months, compared to just 7.6 per cent who say it will decrease. As for the overall economy, 49 per cent says it will improve in the first half of the year, compared to 12 per cent who expect it to worsen. The poll analysed data by region as well, and all areas showed increasing sentiment. It was strongest in Ontario and weakest in Quebec. Sentiment about the economy rose in every region of the country. It is strongest in Ontario and Western Canada and weakest in Quebec. Some 16 per cent of respondents say they are better off in the past year, up from 14.6 per cent in the previous quarter, while 31 per cent say their personal finances were worse off, compared with 33.5 per cent in the previous report.

Wow ! What  a Year . It has been a wild ride.  The Real Estate Market was fairly quiet in the beginning of the year. It certainly picked up near the end of the year. Today I cant believe I am doing three Market evaluations in Burlington, Ontario  this close to Christmas.

I wanted to post a short note on my blog to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

I am looking forward to the start of another  exciting year !!

Have a safe and Happy Holiday.

Carl   

Home for Sale in Dundas Ontario

mls # H 3025005 This Solid well built constructed home has 4 bedrooms and three bathrooms. The Home boasts a wrap around 40 x 8 feet porch for lovely evenings or to enjoy your morning coffee !! The Dining room is tastefully decorated and if you love to entertain this is the room for you. This home shows 10+ and demonstrates pride of ownership. Priced at $ 509,000.00. If you are looking for a home in a mature neighborhood. Then Grand Vista Gardens is the place for you !! To Book a viewing please contact me at carl@carlstars.com