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Saskatchewan set a housing sales record with 17,387 sales in 2021, a new high which surpassed the previous record in 2007 by 17 per cent. While the pandemic has triggered vast disruptions and challenges for some sectors of the economy, housing boomed. “Improved savings from those not financially impacted by COVID-19, combined with low lending rates has supported the strong sales environment ...

NOVEMBER SALES SOAR AS BUYERS LOOK TO GET IN AHEAD OF POTENTIAL RATE GAINS Following a trend of higher sales in 2021 and a slightly slower market pace for the past few months, November recorded sales of 1,361, a new record high for November and over 50 per cent more than long-term averages. The growth in sales were mostly driven by gains in detached, attached and acreage properti ...

 OCTOBER SALES REMAIN STRONG AS BUYERS LOOK TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF LOW LENDING RATES Residential sales activity eased slightly over last year’s record highs. However, with 1,306 sales this month, levels are over 18 percent higher than long-term averages. “Despite challenges with the pandemic, housing demand in the province has remained exceptionally strong as many purchasers are looking to ta ...

PACE OF PRICE GROWTH SLOWS WITH A SHIFT TO MORE BALANCED CONDITIONS Following exceptionally strong sales over the last three months, July sales in the province trended down to 1,528 units. Last July sales hit a new record high for the month, so while sales did record a year-over-year decline of 15 per cent, levels are still well above typical levels seen in July. Nonetheless, year-to-date sa ...

Regardless of where you live, chances are you’ve seen a few lawns that look like they’ve taken a beating this summer, while other neighbour’s yards look as lush and green as can be. While maintaining a healthy lawn might seem incredibly challenging, especially during the summer, it’s actually surprisingly easy! It just takes a bit of work–but it’s totally worth it. Not only does it improve th ...

Sales were up 18.3% in Saskatoon (going from 513 to 607), up 36.0% in Martensville (going from 25 to 34), and up 23.5% in Warman (going from 34 to 42). In Humboldt, sales were up 16.7% (going from 12 to 14), while in the larger region, sales were up 15.8% (going from 716 to 829). Sales in Saskatoon were 35.8% above the 5-year average (and 33.3% above the 10-year average), 47.8% above the 5-ye ...

Summers are a great time for enjoying outdoor space. And while coronavirus-related restrictions have and are changing, many have found spending more time in their own outdoor space is quite enjoyable. Here are some tips to transform your backyard into a into a relaxing outdoor oasis, a place of escape where you can unwind, enjoy some fresh air, and have fun with friends and family. Pati o ...