Category Archives: General Content (BCIT)

The Power of Blogging

Posted on November 30, 2010 by ColleenShorter

I want to discuss my views on blogging within the real estate industry. First some background, I have had a blog for 6 years; it has been an internal blog (internal to my website). I don’t recommend this set up. … Continue reading →

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Facebook fan pages & Real Estate Marketing

Posted on November 24, 2010 by ColleenShorter

Ok, A quick search for local Realtors using Facebook for marketing purposes showed most people are not using this application well or often. But the top of my mind sits a gal, Teri-Lyn Conrad, (TLCHome) who for sometime has been … Continue reading →

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FRASER VALLEY HOUSING MARKET “GETTING BACK TO NORMAL”

Posted on November 11, 2010 by ColleenShorter

Inventory Decreases, Sales & Prices remain stable Core News Facts: 1,014 sales in October 2010 1,044 sales in September 2010 1,704 sales in October 2009 2,125 new listings October 2010 2,410 new listings Sept 2010 2,826 new listings October 2009 … Continue reading →

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Social Networking and Real Estate

Posted on November 6, 2010 by ColleenShorter

I wanted to talk about the use of social media in real estate today, specifically social networking sites. This is an area I have launched my own business into, and at the moment I am dabbling in. Since I best … Continue reading →

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Top Ten Mistakes Buyers Make

Posted on October 19, 2010 by ColleenShorter

Please avoid these mistakes… and why… 1. Not getting pre-approved for a mortgage before looking for a home. Getting pre-approval will make your home search a smoother and happier experience. Speaking with a mortgage broker before home search means you … Continue reading →

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Are we still talking about HST?

Posted on October 16, 2010 by ColleenShorter

HST, how could so many be wrong? We all knew this was coming. The government kept the details about exactly how the HST & rebates would apply, from the real estate industry until the very last-minute causing much confusion within our industry … Continue reading →

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Focus of this Blog

Posted on September 13, 2010 by ColleenShorter

The focus of this blog is Real Estate in Abbotsford B.C. My blog will contain updates on the lastest market statistics for Abbotsford & the Fraser Valley, and anything remotely related to Real Estate. Why this topic? – My expertise… … Continue reading →

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