This article, originally published in issue #208 of Real Estate Magazine in October 2006, is being re-shared to commemorate 35 years of dedicated coverage in the real estate industry. Written by Susan Doran, who continues to contribute to REM, it offers a timeless look at an extraordinary career path. From Monk to Real Estate Mogul: … Read more
A New Era of Leadership: Chris Guérette Appointed CEO of Saskatchewan Realtors Association The Saskatchewan real estate landscape is poised for an exciting period of transformation with the official announcement of Chris Guérette as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Saskatchewan Realtors Association (SRA), effective June 1. This significant leadership change marks a pivotal … Read more
Teranet Manitoba: Charting a New Course for Property and Personal Property Registration in the Province A significant evolution is underway in Manitoba’s landscape of property and personal property registration. The Property Registry, long recognized as the sole service provider for these crucial provincial registries, has officially announced its transformation into Teranet Manitoba. This strategic rebranding … Read more
Royal LePage Burloak Real Estate Services Renews Unwavering Commitment to Halton Community with Significant Annual Donation In a powerful testament to its enduring dedication to local philanthropy, Royal LePage Burloak Real Estate Services, a leading and highly respected real estate brokerage based in the vibrant community of Burlington, Ontario, recently celebrated a remarkable milestone: an … Read more
Revolutionizing Commercial Real Estate: How Digital Marketing Drove $20M in Industrial Condo Sales In a remarkable testament to the evolving landscape of real estate, Chris Valeriote, a seasoned commercial real estate agent with Avison Young, achieved unprecedented success by selling over $20 million worth of industrial condo units for the Hanlon Creek project … Read more
In the dynamic world of real estate, many services are touted as essential for client satisfaction and agent success: professional photography, meticulous home staging consultations, and regular market reports. While these certainly play a role in presenting properties and keeping clients informed, they merely scratch the surface of what truly defines a top-tier real estate … Read more
Avison Young Appoints Mike Harrison, Elevating Vancouver Development Land Sales Expertise Avison Young, a global leader in commercial real estate services, is significantly expanding its robust capabilities within Vancouver’s highly competitive and rapidly evolving development land market. This strategic enhancement comes with the distinguished appointment of Mike Harrison as Principal, Development Land Sales. This pivotal … Read more
Understanding Equitable Mortgages and Loan Defaults in Canadian Real Estate In the dynamic world of real estate finance, securing loans with property collateral is standard practice. However, what happens when formal registration of security falters, leading to complex legal disputes? The case of Greenspan v. Van Clieaf provides a compelling examination of equitable mortgages, promissory … Read more
Empowering Real Estate Professionals: The Rise of Prospects Mobile and MLS Touch In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the real estate industry faces unique challenges, particularly concerning information accessibility. Approximately five years ago, Charles Drouin, the astute President and CEO of Montreal-based Prospects Software, observed a significant imbalance: real estate clients were often equipped with … Read more
Realty Executives International Fuels Major Canadian Expansion with $10 Million Investment and Strategic Model Shift Realty Executives International, a leading global real estate franchisor, is embarking on an ambitious expansion initiative in the Canadian market. The Scottsdale, Arizona-based company has committed up to US$10 million in strategic investments, with a primary focus on accelerating growth … Read more