September 24, 2010

Home Sales on the Rise in August

We like to hear about encouraging news for the industry and a recent report from the British Columbia Real Estate Association had some good things to say about home sales for the month of August. The average MLS (Multiple Listing Service) price for residential homes rose 4% in august compared to last year's numbers. With low mortgage rates boosting sales, the climate appears to be positive for residential buyers which in turn is good news for everyone. According to the article, home sales in August posted the first month-to-month increase since March and with improvements in the labor market combined with the low interest rates on home mortgages, consumer demand is on the incline.  If you wish to read the full article on how Low Interest Rates Boosted August Home Sales, please click here.

There are lots of great reasons to buy a home and especially now with low mortgage interest rates it makes sense for buyers to lock in rates and purchase now. If you are in the market for a new home, we hope you'll consider Wallmark. Whether you choose a home in one of our communities such as Birchwood Estates, or have us personalize and build a custom new home for you, we think you'll find that a Wallmark home is a great investment in your present and your future!