McLeod Realty Team & McLeod Project Marketing

2010-04-16T02:09:00.000-07:00

Date Listed	14-Apr-10
Price	$229,900.00
Address	Alberta T6A 0H5, Canada View map
Bedrooms (#)	2 bedrooms
Bathrooms (#)	1 bathroom

Updated Klass Manor offers 2 bedrooms plus 1 bathroom. Spacious bedrooms feature large double closets. The master bedroom is complete with a 2 piece bathroom. Open floor plan with laminate flooring and ceramic tile. Neutral paint colors make it easy to decorate this suite. Enjoy the insuite laundry and insuite storage. Large patio, parking medical facilities near by and close to all amenities.

2010-04-16T02:03:00.002-07:00

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Date Listed	14-Apr-10
Price	$484,900.00
Address	Alberta T5X 3H4, Canada View map
Bedrooms (#)	4 bedrooms
Bathrooms (#)	2 bathrooms
Size (sqft)	1764

This custom built on of a kind bi-levels packs all the upgrades and then some. At over 1,765 sq.ft this 3+1 bedroom home offers so much. Corner lot fully landscaped with stone accents and exposed aggregate drive and sidewalk. Enter the dramatic foyer with 18' soaring ceilings. The kitchen, two bedrooms, full bath, dining nook and living room are all on the main floor. This home offers ceramic tile floors, solid rich hardwood, expanded kitchen with rich cabinets and raised eating nook. Curved arches showcase the living room. The master suite upstairs offers enlarged curved stair case, double french doors and more. Large walk in closet, and full 5 piece master bath. The basement is fully finished with built in wall unit alcoves for the theater system, full 4 piece bath and large 4th bedroom. This home offers designer paint, custom high end window coverings and more.

2010-04-16T02:03:00.001-07:00

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Date Listed	14-Apr-10
Price	$222,500.00
Address	Alberta T6A 0H1, Canada View map
Bedrooms (#)	1 bedroom
Bathrooms (#)	1 bathroom
Size (sqft)	883

Klass Point spacious 1 bedroom suite with a 4 piece bathroom. Open concept, large kitchen with raised eating bar and a room living room. Enjoy the convenience of insuite laundry. Laminate and ceramic tile flooring. An extra bonus is the infloor heating system. Relax on your massive ground floor balcony. Covered parkade with visitor parking and is wheel chair accessible. Close to schools and Capilano mall is located across the street. Edmonton Transit stops right at the front of the building.

2010-04-16T02:01:00.000-07:00

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Date Listed	14-Apr-10
Price	$239,900.00
Address	Alberta T6W 1N4, Canada View map
Bedrooms (#)	2 bedrooms
Bathrooms (#)	2 bathrooms
Size (sqft)	858

Welcome to Macewan Village, south of 111st past the Anthony Henday Freeway, which means you're only blocks from the Century Park LRT crossing. This 2 bedroom, 2004 built condo complex by world renowned Homburg Group of Companies offers this second floor end unit virtually brand new. Large foyer with storage, open concept kitchen and living room with a nestled three piece bath off the side. The kitchen offers north facing window over the manicured grounds, open island bar for entertaining and more. The neutral tones offer light designer colors perfect for any ambiance. The west facing master bedroom offers walk incloset, and a 4 piece bath, deep soaker tub, lots of bathroom cabinet space as well. The second bedroom is generous for a queen bed, and offers a north exposure. The condo fee is truly all inclusive, heat, electricity, water, parking, no more bills. This unit comes with underground parking and a very rare storage locker. Won't last.

2010-04-16T01:59:00.000-07:00

Date Listed	14-Apr-10
Price	$374,900.00
Address	Alberta T5P 2L9, Canada
Bedrooms (#)	4 bedrooms
Bathrooms (#)	2.5 bathrooms
Size (sqft)	1578

Three words to describe this stunning half duplex located at 10316/10318 - 155 Street. Lovely curb appeal sets off these 3 bedroom, two story townhouse style duplexes. The main floors consist of a generous living room, 2 piece powder room, showcase staircase and a kitchen to entertain. Rich cabinetry with high end hardware and sliders house the upgraded appliances with all built in stainless steel gas range and built in oven. Recessed pot lights galore add warmth and charm. The dining nook offers a built in wall system with more cabinets for china and even a space for a computer. The upper levels offer three bedrooms, large main 4 piece bath and a master suite set to impress with more storage and ensuite with tiled and glassed in shower. The basements are partially finished and suite ready with separate access doors, incredibly high ceilings,large windows and more. Mechanical features infloor heat, high efficiency units and more. Each side has it's own double detached garage.

2010-01-22T17:42:00.000-08:00

ALL THE AMENITIES AND SMALL TOWN CHARM

A COMMUNITY WITH AN ABUNDANCE OF STYLE

New Year! New Home! A New Price!

Start the new year off on the right foot by purchasing your new home! At prices never before offered.

The community of Leduc has something to offer to everyone!

Aspen Creek offers a wide selection of homes and design options situated on beautifully landscaped lots in a country atmosphere. Developed as part of the Suntree neighborhood, Aspen Creek provides an ideal location to set down roots. Close by there are a variety of schools, trails, charming lakes, modern recreation facilities, multi-purpose parks, excellent shopping, in the friendly full service city of Leduc.

Throughout the year the City plays host to festivals, sporting events, children's programs, seniors functions, plus so much more. There is always something special happening.

Site Tours, Aspen Creek's never looked so charming!

To book an appointment, call Colleen directly at 780-993-7647. Want to learn more about our pricing before the remaining homes go back to the open public Feb 1st!

What makes these homes so special?
Consider these facts:

Own your own home for under $1295 a month!
Homes up to 1,584 square feet.
Developed by Maclab-the name says it all.
Refer a friend and earn $1000!
Last show homes come furnished.
Up to $3,500 in instant Cash bonuses-Limited Time Only!

Wind your way through Aspen Creek; notice the wide tree lined streets, professional landscaping, and decorative street front elevations and lighting. Stop at Aspen Reach, the community centre, and share some time with your new neighbors. Sit awhile on the deck and take in the abundant and colorful landscaping in the Aspen Reach Park - a play space for all ages. Oversized lots, many with lanes, provide the perfect setting for your new home.

Sincerely,

Robert F. McLeod, CSI, CCC
McLeod Project Marketing & Robert F. McLeod Realty Ltd.

The greatest compliment we can get is the referral from your friends and family. Kindly forward us the name and number of someone you feel we can help. "Oh any by the way, we're never too busy for your referrals" TM

2010-01-22T13:54:00.000-08:00

Lancaster Gate
We are 50% Sold!

NEW YEAR...NEW HOME! TAKE IMMEDIATE POSSESSION NOW!

Drop in And Say Hello!

Our show home is now open for the new year! You may visit us during the hours of 4PM-8PM Tuesday and Thursday and Weekends 12PM-5PM. Alternatively, you may book an appointment with Moe directly at 780-604-6261. Come by and tell us what you think!

Features! Features! Features!

6 unique models
Brand new!
Granite counters
Laminate & tile floors
Ace Location
5 appliances
Large balconies
Air conditioning
A furnace for each unit (say cheerio to high condo fees!)
Covered parking
Elevator
Easy transportation options to the core and U of A.

This swanky new development is a brilliant way to make your start in real estate. Steps away from the river valley, shopping centers, the stadium, bike trails, and the LRT...
How much better could your set-up be?

Sincerely,

Robert F. McLeod, CSI, CCC
McLeod Project Marketing & Robert F. McLeod Realty Ltd.

The greatest compliment we can get is the referral to your friends and family. Kindly forward us the name and number of someone you feel we can help. "Oh any by the way, we're never too busy for your referrals" TM

2010-01-19T08:25:00.000-08:00

New Year Victories With
Your Realty Team

December Trends in Real Estate from
Robert F. McLeod's Team & McLeod Project Marketing

December Results Create Positive Year-end

Edmonton, January 2010: Residential

sales through the Edmonton Multiple

Listing Service® were at the second

highest level ever for December (after

a record number of sales in 2006 of

1,074). Sales of single family homes,

condominiums, duplexes and other

residential property totalled 948 units

for the month. Total sales of all types

of real estate for December was 1,066, also a second place

finish for monthly sales.

The price of residential property remained stable in December

with single family homes dropping just one third of a percent

and condos increasing 5.4% to reverse the 2.5% drop in

November. An average* priced single family property in the

Edmonton area sold for $366,760 in December; down from

$368,018 in November. The average price for a condo was

$244,170; up form $231,684 the previous month. The

all-residential average price at the end of December was

$319,200.

"Strong year-end sales put a crown on a year that started

slow but ended big," said Charlie Ponde, president of

the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton. "We entered

2009 with a global recession at our backs and a real estate

meltdown to the south. However consumer confidence in

Alberta started to return in the second quarter and the real

estate market in Edmonton was the first place in the country

to show signs of the recovery."

There were 19,139 residential sales in 2009 with record

setting sales in June and July after the slowest start since

1996. From September to December residential sales were

just below record sales set in 2006.

Throughout the year the average single family sale prices

varied from a low of $347,000 in February to $373,000 in July;

a $26,000 or 7.5% spread. The average year-to-date value

was $364,032. Condo prices varied within a 9% range from

$227,000 in February to $247,000 in June.

The average year-to-date price was $240,322.

There were 1,118 homes listed in December resulting in a

sales-to-listing ratio of 85%. The average days-on-market was

50 days and total residential sales were valued at $302 million

for the month. Overall, the MLS® System had total sales of all

types of property of just under $7 billion in 2009 as compared to

$6.6 billion in 2008.

"We predicted residential sales of 15,550 this year and

exceeded it in early October," said Ponde. "We anticipated that

single family prices would end the year at $352,000 and

condos would be at $222,500. We are pleased that the year

ended up better than we had anticipated and look forward to the

stable market continuing into the next decade."

TOP TEN-TWICE!

Each month Re/Max Real Estate publishes
a list of the "Top Ten" Realtors for the month
just concluded. Rarely does the list does not
contain one of our sales associates here at
the McLeod Team. Conversely, the month of
December 2009 recorded another unusual
event,when two of our sales associates both
appeared on the Top Ten List!

Our congratulations to Robert F. McLeod, who topped the list as the
#1 Re/Max Realtorfor the month of December and 5th time this year,and
equal congratulations to Moe Aboudib, one of our senior salesas sociates,
who placed eight on the same list.

As pleased as we are with these results, it comes as no surprise to the
McLeod Team. As the company's Managing Director, Robert F. McLeod
noted "these results are further proof that our firm's dedication to
outstanding customer service and creative real estate marketing is
attracting an ever increasing group of satisfied clients".

What have we just listed?

New Subdivision... nope.
New Condo Development (yes but we can't tell you that yet), keep guessing!
New Condo Conversion (yes but we can't tell you that yet too), keep guessing!

The entire former TD Office Tower at 10004 Jasper Ave.

MUND Real Estate of Toronto, Ontario is pleased to award the leasing

and re-development contract to the McLeod Commercial Team this

Monday Jan 18th. With close to 50,000 class B leasable office square

footage from only $10/foot triple net, the McLeod Team beat out all the

top commercial brokerages in the city. McLeod Project Marketing was

chosen by MUND due to our unique marketing focus, value positioning

and dedication to keep putting Edmonton's projects on the map!

More to come, including our massive open house to local businesses

and more, Stay Tuned!
Direct all leasing inquiries by Clicking Here

The 2009 Market Year in Review:
Edmonton Focus

As we move forward in 2010, it's always helpful to look back and see
where we've been. Thanks to the EREB, we have a numbering of
interesting statistics to report for 2009.

Of a total of 30,552 listed properties 19,139 listings were converted into sales, representing a conversion percentage of 63% - a huge increase compared to the 43% ratio reported for 2008.

In Total, the value of residential sales was $6,131,988,900, an increase of nearly $350 million dollars over 2008.

The value of land sales reported came in at $669,420,222, a 1% increase over 2008, while commercial sales totaled $ 184,961,917.

The total value of all sales-residential, land, and commercial came in at $6,986,000,000, an increase of over 5% when compared to 2008.

What does all of this mean?
Well even though frequently we are asked to look into our crystal ball, with our years of experience, coupled with the above statistics, suggests that our local residential real estate market has turned "bullish". Both sales and prices are increasing, yet mortgage interest rates remain extremely low. We believe that these combined factors are attracting an increasing buyer base, eager to capitalize on the market prior to an increase in mortgage rates, or a rapid increase in prices. Learn more with our market focus news coming Feb 8th.

To request a specific market data sheet or to have us interpret a specific trend, area absorption or value analysis CLICK HERE!

January Project News! Aspen Creek and Lancaster Gate

Learn more about Aspen Creek by Maclab Enterprises:
Only a few left in Leduc!
CLICK HERE for Aspen Creek
Or Call Colleen at 780-993-7647 for Priority Information!

Learn more about Lancaster Gate by CCMI: NOW 50% SOLD OUT!

The end of December brought us the successful milestone of our 50%
mark at Lancaster Gate. Now with over 50% of this project sold out in only
a few months, happy owners are now starting the process of moving in!

Learn more about Lancaster Gate and the incentive that exists to live right on the LRT direct to downtown with NEW units from $172,500 with NO GST!!!
Click Here for Lancaster Gate
Or Call Moe at 780-604-6261 for Priority Information!

2009-12-13T23:07:00.000-08:00

December Victories with your Realty Team

December Trends in Real Estate from Robert F. McLeod's Team

Year-to-date sales in November surpass 2008 year end sales

Edmonton, December, 2009: Total sales through the Edmonton and area Multiple Listing Service® system to the end of November have surpassed total year end sales in 2008. The total value of all types of property sold to the end of November is $6.64 billion. The same figure at the end of December 2008 was $6.42 billion. There have been 20,355 property sales so far as compared to 19,448 at year-end 2008.
"Both sales and the value of sales have exceeded our expectations this year," said Charlie Ponde, president of the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton. "We anticipated sales levels would be the same as last year but REALTORS® have already sold more property than last year with a month to go. This is a good indicator of the strength of our local market."

In November, the average price of a single family dwelling went up 1.2% to $368,018, reversing a 2% drop in the previous month. Single family dwelling prices are 1.5% higher than the same month last year.

Although condominium prices are down 2.5% from last month they are just $50 higher than condo prices a year ago. The average price for a condo in November 2009 was $231,684. At $284,849, the duplex and rowhouse prices were down 4.7% from last month and down 9.5% from a year ago. Overall, the all-residential average price is down marginally from October and the previous November. It sits at $318,482.

There were 1,894 homes listed on the MLS® System in November with 1,261 sales for a sales-to-listing ratio of 67%. The total value of residential sales in November was $402 million and total available inventory was 5,226 homes which is a typical four month supply. Homes sold on average in 48 days which is up one from last month but much brighter than the 63 days it took to sell a home in November 2008.

"The market remains rock steady," said Ponde. "Prices vary from month to month within a small range and with a slow gradual upward trend. Buyers have confidence in this market and REALTORS® are prepared to match their needs with the perfect housing option."

Robert in the Trenches, over $16 Million Sold this month!
An exclusive invitation!
Join our next seminar in January "Best Bets 2010!"

Although November saw the end to a run of good weather, it didn't spell the end to a stellar year. As of today, December is bringing a run of good continued business in real estate for both our buyers and sellers. Did you know in November our team closed almost 90 transactions, a new monthly Record at over $16 Million in residential real estate sold this month, 95% all repeat clients! An interesting survey was just released by the Urban Land Institute rating multifamily product in Canada. The expected capitalization rate is expected to hit a steady 7% by December 2010, as such current respondents are saying 33.3% recommend to buy, 58.33% to hold and only 8.3% recommend to sell. Investors in Edmonton can see steady immigration and move-back-in trends bolster moderate-income multifamily properties located in or near metro cores. Properties close to mass transit lines almost can't miss. Want to know the best bets in 2010? Read On.

Close to 68% of all our sales in 2009 can be directly attributed to investors buying for themselves. Many seeking equity and cash flow, or clients buying for family, lending a helping hand to get in the market. Frequently people have a vision of what your typical investor should look like. Frequently we hear comments like, "they're rich, they must have no day job, tenants seem like headaches" and so on. Flip side, what do we define as an investor? Everyday we meet more and more clients who have heard of our programs through current and past clients. Many are everyday single individuals and couples with average incomes all looking for another means to shelter cash and protect savings. Many don't have the high and glamarous visions of what owning real estate can provide, many have a moderate viewpoint which can be easily achieved. The biggest question is where to start? It's simple come join us for a seminar on:

"I got my first property with as little at $10,000"

Join us in our series of seminars, "Best Bets 2010"
Come join us and RSVP to Karen Doucet at our office at 780-447-0847.
January 21st 2010
7PM
McLeod Company Offices 102, 10510-121 St. Edmonton

Huge price discounts led us early this year in conjunction with lower interest rates to allow us to convert many renters into first time buyers. However as the volume of inventory has dropped off so too has the amount of higher quality entry level product, leading many buyers scrambling for that one last perfect home or condo.

New Team Member Joins

December saw the addition of Karen Doucet as Corporate Administration Coordinator to McLeod Project Marketing.
"Karen was selected by our firm this past month after several years in sales support with 3M Canada. We're pleased to be filling a much needed role in preparation for several new projects hitting the market in 2010 by McLeod Project Marketing", Robert F. McLeod

Clients of our project marketing division will all be receiving updates directly from Karen moving forward into January. For more information please contact Karen Doucet in our main office at 789-447-0847 or by emailing her at karen@robertmcleod.ca. Pass along a friendly hello to our new team member.

Brian McLeod (left), Shawna Baly (Middle), Karen Doucet (Right)
Recent project meeting with MPM in Edmonton

Project Updates! Aspen Creek-Down to our Last 7,6...5!

This past month we enjoyed a wine and cheese at our project, with friends and so many loyal clients. Learn what they think of Aspen Creek by clicking our link above. Have you had a chance to come see the team? Call us to enjoy a hot cup of coffee and a tour of the subdivision 780-986-3355 or call Colleen with McLeod Project Marketing.

Colleen, our project agent for Aspen Creek, stands proud of the successful sale of our last "Aspen Model" with only 5 of our Huntington and Sterling homes left. There's never been deals like this before.

What makes Aspen Creek Special?

Own for under $1295/month!

Homes up to 1,584 sq.ft

Developed by Maclab, the name says it all!

Refer a friend for $1,000!

Last 4 show homes come furnished!

Project Updates! Lancaster Gate-Brand New Flats From $170,000!

Welcome our lovely new model straight off the runways of London to showcase our hot new flats at Lancaster Gate.

Open 4 days per week, stop by 8117-114 Ave.
Or call our team office 780-447-0847 for an appointment.

What makes Lancaster Special?

$100,000 Cheaper Than Oliver

Granite, AC, Style... all Standard!

Cash Flowing Units for Investors Only 4 Left!

$0 downpayment options, Crikey Mate!

2009-12-13T22:59:00.000-08:00

October Victories with your Realty Team

October Trends in Real Estate from Robert F. McLeod's Team

Resale housing prices bounce back with strong September sales

Edmonton, October 2009: Although sales were not at record levels in September, they compared favourably with sales levels last year and settled in for the third best September ever. Only sales in September 2006 of 1,844 residential units and last September (1,729) were better than the 1,704 sales pegged last month.

"We have experienced strong sales through the third quarter," said Charlie Ponde, president of the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton. "At the end of the first quarter YTD sales were down over 21%, and after six months they were up almost 2%. The last three months have had strong buyer demand and year-to-date sales are up 5.3% over the same period last year."

The strong sales also boosted prices of both single family and condominium properties. Prices dipped slightly in August after showing steady gains all year but bounced back to mid-summer levels in September. The average price of a single family dwelling was $371,947 and condos were priced on average at $245,546 (both up 1.4% over August prices). SFD prices are up over $20,000 from where they were on New Years Day.

Higher prices have not resulted in greater listing activity. 2,564 homes were listed in September resulting in a 66% sales-to-listing ratio as compared to September 2008 with over 3,100 listings and a 55% S/L ratio. The slower listing activity dropped inventory to 6,032 from 6,445 units last month but there is still almost four months of inventory at present sales volumes.

Duplex and row house properties sold on average for $299,964 and the combined Average Residential Price was $327,235 in September; up 2% from September 2008.

"Homes are selling slightly faster than last month and much faster than last year at this time," said Ponde. "I expect that sales in this market will show continued strength through the fall and early winter." The average days-on-market was 44 in September; down four days from August.

Robert in the Trenches

October saw another major milestone for our team investment team clients.

We've been keeping tight lipped for a few months on a very exciting condo project we put together for our most loyal past investors.

Let me tell you a story. Back in early January of this year my phone began to ring with many "opportunities" from past clients, deals on Honduran ocean front lots, condos in Phoenix, or even land in Saskatchewan; all with promises of unreal returns not available in our predictable and profitable backyard of Alberta. I saw clients who had spent years making all the right decisions taking great risks with little market knowledge. Thus, I hit the pavement looking for deal after deal to show our client base that, yes, amazing deals do exist in our own backyard, you can cash flow in Alberta, there is equity to be made.

Along came an exciting 20 unit project in Oliver for us to tackle. The presentation evening to our clients came and in 25 minutes we had the project sold out. Unfortunately it was a foreclosure and we we're out bid during the multiple offers on the complex. Now how many projects have you heard about selling out like this in the past 3 years? Undaunted, and with the support of our investors I hit the pavement looking for an even better project. Along came "Park Place" right near the Royal Alex Hospital and now only 100 meters from the new NAIT LRT. This gem from the early 1980's offered massive condos, 2 bathroom 2 bedroom units, and the previous owner had just finished over $350,000 in capital improvements. The investors came back and in less than 15 minutes we were all sold out... again!

Sounds too good to be true? Well it was a very challenging 5 months, gone were the days of 90% financing, gone were the days of approvals in a week. We showed our clients the new ropes to investing in real estate and with the support of a few select banks who stepped up and said we'll do business and a lawyer who worked tirelessly to make this possible it would never have happened. October 8^th was a pivotal day for our company for as you see above, my proud victory dance in-front of the complex was not missed by many. We could have given up many times. A quote rang true for me during these past months "Integrity is the foundation upon which all other values are built", we made a commitment to the vendor, to the investors and to the tenants... we were going to make this happen, no matter how many barriers were thrown at us. The address of success? 11019-107 St. Photos from our investor victory party will be in next months issue, so too will be the new sign and new name. The proudest part of this message is that we were able to condo convert a project in the Edmonton market, keep the tenants happy, continue to cash flow units for our investors and not raise rents on the tenants one dollar!

Our opportunities are vast, our inventory and relationships with some of the best developers never stronger.

Remember you don't have to have bags of cash to get started in real estate, simply email me at info@robertmcleod.ca and tell me you want in on the next deal!

Many times we find ways for you to get on the path to freedom with little or nothing down. Condos to live in, homes for your family, townhouses trade up to, modular homes to keep you from renting. We do it all-so remember over 80% of all our business is from repeat clients and your referrals of friends and family. We're not your ordinary Realtors, we're advisors, creators of wealth, and business people lead by ethics.

Project Updates! Lancaster Gate-Brand New Flats From $170,000!

$100,000 Cheaper Than Oliver

Granite, AC, Style... all Standard!

Cash Flowing Units for Investors Only 4 Left!

$0 downpayment options, Crikey Mate!

Project Updates! Aspen Creek-Down to our Last 10!

Colleen our project agent for Aspen Creek stands proud this past Saturday on the successful sale of our last "Aspen Model" with only 10 of our Huntington and Sterling homes left, there's never been deals like this before.

What makes Aspen Creek Special?

Own for under $1295/month!

Homes up to 1,584 sq.ft

Developed by Maclab, the name says it all!

Refer a friend for $1,000!

Last 4 show homes come furnished!

2009-12-13T22:56:00.000-08:00

October is proved to be an exciting month at Aspen Creek. Down from 212 brand new homes to only 10 left mid-month. Leduc has embraced our wonderful subdivision! Did you know Aspen Creek now represents over 10% of the entire sales market in Leduc.

What are others saying about Aspen Creek?

"The community has proven to be more than we expected when we moved from Red Deer, our children have made so many new friends"
Lynn & Tim H.

"Colleen and your team spent three weeks making our dreams come true. You went above and beyond to help us make Leduc and Aspen Creek our special place"
Olivia B.

"Success comes in cans, not cant's".

www.aspencommunityhomes.com