In the last few years, people have been concerned about the state of the environment – from global warming, to deforestation and saving endangered species, it seems every has “green” on their mind. So many things have “gone green,” from business practices, to the moving industry to fashion and even home decorating. Our homes are the best place to start if we want to be environmentally-friendly (as well as teaching our kids to be.) Of course, it’s not just about being chic and in-style, but you may find that keeping toxic materials and chemicals out of your home can do a lot more for your health. With these
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Are you looking to move to a new apartment in Philadelphia? To make your move smoother and less stressful, you need to find affordable apartment movers in Philadelphia who can assist with the best service. However, a good planning is essential for a trouble-free relocation. The first thing you need to do is prepare a checklist of items that you really want to move. Make sure that you properly pack the goods, as it is difficult for the apartment movers to fully pack and unpack the items.
Looking at the Internet can help you a lot in finding the right apartment movers. A large number of resources are available online, but seeking an affordable service is surely a concern. Read Article…
On December 15, 2011, the Active Enterprise Network is hosting the first ever network-wide Real Estate Blog Swap. 17 brokerages from across the United States will come together to discuss what the future of Real Estate looks like; What will Real Estate be in the year 2030.
With new technologies emerging all the time, the Blog Swap will provide an in depth discussion of how the Real Estate Industry is changing and what a brokerage, agent, and customer will look like in 2030. As with every industry, December is a time to look back at the year and plan for the next. Its often a time for re-evaluating strategies and making goals for the coming year.
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Calgary’s economy is booming as job prospects are among Canada’s best and the residential housing market remains strong, and a recent study revealed commercial real estate is now skyrocketing.
According to the Calgary Herald, the report by RealNet Canada states there were 90 commercial transactions of more than $1 million in Calgary during the third quarter this year, a 45 percent increase from the previous quarter.
“The increase in transaction activity within the land markets and within the city core points to the Greater Calgary commercial real estate market being poised for a well-balanced growth pattern throughout all asset classes,” said Paul Richter, national research manager for RealNet, as reported by the news source.
Industrial land transactions doubled during the third quarter, as did the retail sector, which witnessed total acquisitions of $194.6 million, up from 65.1 million in Q2.
The report underlines the continued growth of Calgary’s economy, as unemployment in October fell 0.3 percent from the previous month, and a recent Globe and Mail report said the vacancy rate for downtown office space is under 8 percent.
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Keller Williams Realty, Inc. announced that it has published Green Your Home, a book for green-conscious home buyers and homeowners. Read Article…