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Average asking prices decrease in August

September 1, 2010

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com dropped by more than $20,000 during the month of August.

621 Douglas Crescent - 3 & 1 bdrm bungalow in Confederation Park

August 29, 2010

This well maintained bungalow in Saskatoon's Confederation Park Area is priced to sell at $229,000

Sale of RTM Home fundraiser for Saskatoon Community

August 19, 2010

saskhouses.com is proud to provide it's support for the sale of a Ready to Move Home in Saskatoon. Profits from the sale will go to a west-side Saskatoon Community Project.

231 WIlkins Lane in Saskatoon's Willowgrove area - $489,900

August 14, 2010

This beautiful raised bungalow was built by Character Homes Ltd. and is ready for immediate possession.

Asking prices increase slightly in July

August 1, 2010

The average asking prices of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales increased slightly during the month of July 2010.

Studies show that private sellers make more money

July 13, 2010

Independent studies by Northwestern and Stanford Universities have both shown that people who sell their homes privately usually make more money from the sale of their home than people who use real estate agents.

Saskatchewan population growth continues

June 28, 2010

As of April 1, 2010, Saskatchewan's population was 1,041,700 - a growth of .36 percent in the first quarter of 2010.

Busy month for sales - asking prices increase in May

June 1, 2010

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private home sales was $343,246 in May, an increase of almost $8,500 from April's average asking price.

Saskatchewan population boom expected to continue

May 26 2010

It looks like all those new houses and condos that are being built in the Saskatoon Area will be full before you know it, if Statistics Canada’s predictions about Saskatchewan’s population are correct.

Private sellers shaking up real estate industry

May 20, 2010

We've noticed it increasing in the past few years - television, newspaper, and radio ads talking about how complicated it is to sell a home, and letters from real estate agents to our customers telling them they're foolish for trying to sell their homes privately.

New features in re-design of saskhouses.com

May 6, 2010

Earlier this week, we launched a new re-design of our website. We've been working on the re-design for the past few months, and it includes a number of new features.

saskhouses.com passes $200 million mark in listings for 2010

May 4, 2010

More than 200 million dollars worth of Saskatchewan property has now been listed on Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales in 2010.

Average asking prices go up in April

May 1, 2010

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com was $20,000 higher in April than the average asking price of Saskatoon listings in March of 2010.

Globe and Mail Feature on Saskatchewan's growing prosperity

April 24, 2010

Saskatchewan is in the early stages of a boom the likes of which it has never seen. It's an economic tide that will only rise as the world feasts on the prairie's rich bounty.

Newspaper headlines can't always be trusted

April 19, 2010

Last week the Saskatoon Star Phoenix published an article with a headline which made it look like selling your own home privately is risky at best - but did the article support the headline?

New home construction booming in Saskatoon Area

April 11, 2010

New home construction has been booming in the Saskatoon neighbourhoods of Stonebridge, Willowgrove, Rosewood and Hampton Village, and in towns and villages around the city.

Average asking prices remain stable in March

April 1, 2010

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private home sales was $314,792 during the month of March, a decrease of just over $2,000 from February of 2010.

Saskatchewan Population reaches new all-time high

March 25, 2010

Saskatchewan's population hit a new all-time high on Jan. 1, when 1,038,018 people were living in the province.

No Sale - Agents' plan gets bad review

March 23, 2010

The chief of the Competition Bureau gave an emphatic rejection to the real estate industry's attempt to ease restrictions on listing homes for sale: 'A step in the wrong direction'

Follow us on Facebook & Twitter

March 16,2010

If you're a fan of saskhouses.com, it's now easier than ever to make sure you don't miss any of our newest listings, or news - by following us on Facebook and/or Twitter

Saskatchewan Economy to grow by 3.6 percent in 2010

March 12, 2010

Saskatchewan's economy is set to grow by 3.6 per cent in 2010 — second-best in Canada — according to Canada's largest bank.

Canadian House prices on steady rise

March 11, 2010

Canada's New Housing Price Index rose 0.4 per cent for the third straight month in January. Year over year, the New Housing Price Index was up 0.1 per cent in January, the first year-over-year increase since December 2008.

Average asking prices remain stable in February

March 1, 2010

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales was $316,781 - less than $2,000 higher than the average asking price in January.

Real Estate Set to Surge on New Rules

February 18, 2010

A buying frenzy may be around the corner as new borrowing rules and tax regimes re-energize sales

No Sale - Realtors Plan gets bad review

March 23, 2010

The chief of the Competition Bureau gave an emphatic rejection to the real estate industry's attempt to ease restrictions on listing homes for sale: 'A step in the wrong direction'

Team saskhouses.com going to the Brier!

Feb 14,2010

saskhouses.com is proud to be a sponsor of the Darrell McKee curling team, which has won the Provincial Men's Curling Championship in Lumsden.

saskhouses.com featured in CBC story on possible MLS changes

February 10, 2009

A Saskatoon home seller who is using saskhouses.com to market their home was featured in a CBC Saskatchewan story on Wednesday.

MLS Challenge could change the way houses are sold

February 9, 2010

The Federal Competition Bureau has launched an aggressive attack on the Canadian Real Estate Association's Multiple Listing Service.

Average asking prices remain stable in January

February 2, 2010

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com during the month of January was $314,496, a drop of $14,000 from January of 2009, but almost identical to January 2007's average asking price.

An interest rate hike this summer?

January 28, 2010

Don't count on it. For the Bank of Canada to raise rates before the middle part of 2011 would be totally inconsistent with its current forecast

Canada's Economy has turned the corner: RBC

January 28, 2010

The Royal Bank of Canada is reporting that Canada's economy showed signs of picking up pace in the final-quarter of 2009, and it is predicting stronger than previously expected growth in 2010.

Canadian Real Estate hits new high in December

Jan. 17, 2010

The Canadian Real Estate Association reported sales & prices were both up significantly in December of 2009 - compared with December of 2008. (Photo courtesy Associated Press)

Saskatchewan housing starts down in 2009

January 12, 2010

Housing starts in Saskatoon in 2009 did not keep pace with construction activity in 2008, despite a jump in numbers for December.

Bank of Canada won't raise interest rates anytime soon

January 11, 2010

The Bank of Canada won't raise interest rates to cool the country's hot housing market, preferring to leave any tinkering to the country's Finance Minister.

Saskatchewan economy to lead the country in 2010

January 7, 2010

Saskatchewan is expected to lead the country with an economic growth rate of 2.9 per cent in 2010, according to the average of nine leading economic forecasters.

MLS Statistics show 3 percent price drop in 2009

January 5, 2010

The Saskatoon Region Association of Realtors is reporting that the average selling price of MLS listings in Saskatoon dropped by 3 percent in 2009

Average asking prices dip slightly in 2009

January 2, 2010

While house prices in many parts of North America plummeted in 2009, house prices in Saskatchewan remained pretty stable.

Follow saskhouses.com on Facebook!

December 14, 2009

Now you can follow saskhouses.com on everyone's favorite social networking site - follow saskhouses.com on facebook! Click here to sign up!

Google Street View now available in Saskatoon

December 2nd, 2009

This is a picture of our office at 1527 Park Avenue in Saskatoon taken from Google Earth's new street view feature. View Larger Map

Half a billion dollars worth of Sask. property listed in 2009!

December 1, 2009

More than half a billion dollars worth of Saskatchewan property has been listed for sale on Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales in 2009.

Average asking price of Saskatoon listings dip in November

December 1, 2009

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private home sales dipped to $318,635 in November.

Unique Saskatoon "Shift" Home for sale on saskhouses.com

November 30, 2009

The first of a new style of environmentally and economically friendly housing called "Shift" homes is now for sale on saskhouses.com.

Saskatchewan standard of living now 2nd best in Canada

November 25, 2009

Saskatchewan will surpass Ontario this year as Canada’s second-wealthiest province as measured by living standards, according to an independent analysis issued Tuesday.

Saskatchewan to lead country in economic growth in 2010

November 5, 2009

Saskatoon and Regina will lead the way in economic growth among 13 major cities in Canada, according to Conference Board of Canada's Metropolitan Spring Outlook.

Canadians still passionate about home ownership

November 3, 2009

The desire for homeownership is alive and well in Canada, with many Canadians willing to go to great lengths for it.

Real Estate Fees could be slashed

November 2, 2009

Canadians in the housing market will pay less in realty commissions and fees if the federal Competition Bureau has its way.

Canadian Housing market to strengthen in 2010 - CMHC

November 2, 2009

Housing activity and prices will pick up next year as demand grows, a national report predicted Monday.

Average asking prices increase slightly in October

November 1, 2009

The average asking price of the 186 Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com at the end of October was $330,843, an increase of just over $6,000 from September.

International Monetary Fund says Sask house prices have stabliized

October 29, 2009

Housing prices in Saskatchewan are "now close to equilibrium," says a report released by the International Monetary Fund.

saskhouses.com is now on twitter!

October 26, 2009

It's now easier than ever to make sure you don't miss anything new on Saskatchewan's leading website for private home sales. Click here to sign up! http://twitter.com/saskhouses

U.S. House Prices continue to fall

October 20, 2009

If you thought American home prices were bottoming out, you may be wrong. They're expected to head a lot lower.

Could Canadian house prices be heading up again?

October 15, 2009

Canadian housing sales set fresh records in the third quarter, but a dearth of new listings threatens to push prices substantially higher and price many buyers out of the market.

Area population hits 250,000

October 9, 2009

The population of Saskatoon's metropolitan area has officially reached the quarter-million mark, Statistics Canada says.

Saskhouses.com supports Saskatchewan curling teams

October 8, 2009

Curling fans will see a lot of saskhouses.com logos at rinks across Saskatchewan and Western Canada this winter, as saskhouses.com is proud to be sponsoring two of the top teams in the province.

Another housing boom on the horizon?

October 8, 2009

A study by Royal Lepage shows that Canada's housing market is on the road to recovery, that home prices are stabilizing, and that sales are being driven by increased affordability.

Average asking prices stay strong in September

October 1, 2009

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com was $326,678 during the month of September, an increase of $12,000 from August of 2009.

Population tops 1,030,000 mark

October 1, 2009

Saskatchewan’s population jumped by 16,509 between July 1, 2008 and July 1, 2009. That’s the largest population increase in any 12-month period since 1952-53.

New saskhouses.com map launched

September 21, 2009

A new map makes it easier than ever to view listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales. Click on /newmap/ to view the new map!

Asking prices dip slightly in August - sales still brisk

September 2, 2009

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com was $314,822 during the month of August, a decrease of just over $18,000 from August of 2008.

U.S. & Canadian Housing Markets Recovering

August 27, 2009

The worst is over for North America's beleaguered housing markets, with a steady stream of data out of Canada and the U.S. indicating the recovery is at hand, economists say.

Interest rates expected to remain low

August 25, 2009

The world's leading bankers are predicting that interest rates will remain near historic low levels for the foreseeable future, which is good news for home sellers and buyers.

Average Asking Prices Up & Sales Strong

August 4, 2009

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales was $336,839 during the month of July, with a total of 95 saskhouses.com customers reporting their properties sold in July.

People flock to Saskatoon

July 28, 2009

The population of Saskatoon proper has increased by its highest rate in more than two decades, jumping by 5,000 people this year to 218,000, according to the city's latest estimate.

Real Estate Market Reflects Health of Economy

July 15, 2009

As goes the economy so goes real estate. At the half way point in 2009, the real estate market in Saskatchewan provides a decent snapshot of the status of the provincial economy.

Saskatchewan Home Ownership becoming more Affordable

July 8,2009

It became more affordable to own a Saskatchewan home in the first quarter of 2009, as interest rates plummeted and prices began to back off of 2008 highs, RBC Economics reported Wednesday.

Average asking price down, sales up in June

July 1, 2009

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales dropped significantly during the month of June 2009, and sales were up.

Saskatchewan Population reaches near-record level

June 25, 2009

The population of Saskatchewan continues to grow, hitting its highest number in more than two decades, say figures released Tuesday by Statistics Canada.

Study shows Private Sellers make more than those who list on MLS

June 22, 2009

A study by researchers at Northwestern University found that people who used a For Sale By Owner website similar to saskhouses.com made approximately 11 percent more on the sale of their home than people who sold similar homes through the MLS System.

saskhouses.com celebrates 10th anniversary

June 18, 2009

Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales is celebrating its 10th anniversary!

New website launched for land properties

June 10, 2009

Saskatchewan's leading website for private sales has launched saskland.com - a new website for Saskatchewan land sales.

Canadian Home Buyers Savvy & Optimistic

June 9, 2009

The CMHC says nearly 90 per cent of recent home buyers believe home ownership is a good long-term investment and almost 70 per cent think now is a good time to buy a home in their community.

Listings down, Prices & Sales Up

June 1, 2009

More signs that the Saskatoon housing market is returning to a new "normal" state. There are fewer properties for buyers to choose from compared to the same time a year ago, and as a result, average asking prices are up, and so are sales.

Housing Activity to Moderate in 2009 , Improve in 2010 - CMHC

May 19, 2009

Housing starts are expected to decline to 141,900 for 2009, but increase to 150,300 for 2010, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) second quarter report.

Average asking prices remain steady in April

May 1, 2009

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private home sales remained stable during the month of April.

Potash & People spur growth in Saskatchewan

April 22, 2009

"The rest of Canada should get used to the idea of being led by such a low-key, unassuming champion as Saskatchewan" - Canada West Foundation

Saskatchewan economy continues to lead the country

April 18, 2009

Saskatchewan continues to have the lowest unemployment rate and the strongest year-over-year job growth in Canada.

Housing starts decline in Saskatchewan

April 9, 2009

Housing starts have fallen dramatically in Saskatoon and Regina, as builders deal with a glut of house listings on the market.

Average Asking price stabilizes in March

April 1, 2009

The average asking price of a Saskatoon listing on Saskatchewan's leading website for private home sales was $322,733 in March - further evidence that house prices in Saskatoon are stabilizing.

Saskatchewan's population boom not slowing down

March 26, 2009

Saskatchewan's population grew to 1,023,810 people on January 1, 2009, an increase of more than 15,000 people from January 1, 2008.

Come visit us at Homestyles 2009

March 18, 2009

If you are attending Homestyles 2009 at Prairieland Park in Saskatoon this week, make sure you stop in to visit us at our booth.

Confidence in Saskatchewan economy still strong

March 16, 2009

Despite mounting tales of worldwide economic woe, Saskatchewan residents continue to have confidence in the provincial economy, according to a Sigma Analytics poll conducted for the Regina Leader-Post.

Saskatoon Population Boom expected

March 10, 2009

The number of people in Saskatoon will boom by 50,000 to 260,000 by 2026, a new population projection report says.

CNN Website features story on Saskatchewan economy

March 5, 2009

(CNN) -- Normally, "hot spot" isn't the first phrase that comes to mind when talking about Saskatchewan, Canada. But with most of Canada suffering from devastating job losses, this cold province is becoming exactly that.

Only Remax has more Saskatoon listings than saskhouses.com

March 4, 2009

When you read in the newspaper that there are 1, 243 houses for sale in Saskatoon, keep in mind that private home sales are not included, even though there are hundreds advertised for sale through www.saskhouses.com

Bank of Canada drops interest rate again

March 3, 2009

The Bank of Canada today announced that it is lowering its target for the overnight rate by one-half of a percentage point to 1/2 per cent.

Average asking price dips in February

March 1, 2009

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on Saskatchewan's leading website for private home sales was $318,839 in February of 2009, a decrease of almost $10,000 from February of 2008.

Twinning of Saskatchewan highway moves into high gear

February 27, 2009

A funding announcement from the Federal Government will speed up the process of twinning the #11 Highway between Prince Albert and Saskatoon.

Fewer new housing starts predicted for Saskatoon in 2009

Feb. 20, 2009

Saskatoon housing starts will fall 43 per cent in 2009, driven down by a large supply of new homes on the market, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. said Thursday.

Canadian Houses becoming more environmentally friendly

February 13, 2009

Increasing numbers of Canadian households are taking advantage of energy and water-saving devices in their home, and environmental issues are influencing household purchasing decisions and consumer habits.

Housing Starts slow down in Saskatoon Area

Feb. 10, 2009

Housing starts in the region were down significantly in January compared to the same month last year, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) is reporting.

Looking for a job? Come to Saskatchewan!

February 6, 2009

Saskatchewan is continuing to lead the country with the lowest unemployment rate in Canada, and wage growth in the province also lead the country in 2008.

Saskatoon businesses confident about local economy

Feb. 5, 2009

A majority of Saskatoon employers believe in the strength of the regional economy despite the global economic downturn, a report shows.

Average asking prices stabalizing in Saskatoon

February 1, 2009

More evidence that house prices are stabilizing in Saskatoon. The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com during the month of February was $328,570.

Royal Lepage Report - Prices down - except in Saskatchewan

January 26, 2009

During the fourth quarter of 2008, Canada's real estate market posted a decline in both unit sales and house prices, according to a House Price Survey released today by Royal LePage Real Estate Services.

Conference Board of Canada releases annual report

January 20, 2009

Call it a hat trick for Saskatoon. For the third year in a row, the city is expected to lead the nation in GDP growth

Saskatchewan Economy predicted to lead the nation in 2009

January 15, 2009

Another major bank is forecasting Saskatchewan to lead the country in economic growth in 2009, with a projected one per cent increase in real gross domestic product.

Improvement made to email notification system

January 8, 2009

Now you can be see pictures of all of our new listings - within seconds of them being posted on the website!

saskhouses.com launches billboard campaign

January 5, 2009

Saskhouses.com has launched a billboard campaign to kick off 2009, with the first billboard now up and running in Saskatoon.

Saskatchewan returning to a buyers market

January 2, 2009

The Royal Bank is predicting that house sales and prices will continue to weaken in most of Canada for at least the first part of 2009, including Saskatchewan.

Happy New Year!

December 31, 2008

The owners and staff of saskhouses.com would like to wish all of our customers and website users a happy and prosperous 2009.

2.9 percent employment growth in November

December 6, 2008

Saskatchewan's economy posted strong job growth numbers in November, while much of the rest of the country was seeing job losses.

Average home price predicted to hit $296,000 in 2009

December 4, 2008

Saskatoon's housing market is expected to be one of the few bright spots in Canada next year, with the average price rising by two per cent and sales going up by three per cent, Re/Max forecasted Wednesday.

Average Asking price increases in November

December 1, 2008

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings on saskhouses.com during the month of November rose to a record high of $354,412.

3 year plan announced by provincial government

November 28, 2008

Premier Brad Wall said Saskatchewan will have 100 percent high speed internet coverage within three years as the result of a major investment announced Thursday.

Potash Corporation Announces 4 year expansion plan

November 27, 2008

Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan will require the equivalent of 32,526 direct and indirect positions during construction of capacity expansion projects over the next four years, says a company executive.

Consumers hopeful about homes despite economic storm

November 24, 2008

Canadians are still in a mood to mortgage. Nearly four in 10 Canadians still think that now is a good time to buy a house.

Saskatoon Economic Growth forecast at 3.3 percent

November 20, 2008

Mario Lefebvre is almost afraid to predict Saskatoon's economic growth. He's been wrong -- on the low side -- so many times.

New search function added to saskhouses.com

November 16, 2008

A new search function has been added to saskhouses.com which will make it easier for buyers who are searching for properties at one of Saskatchewan's many beautiful lakes.

3.6 percent growth predicted for 2009

November 14, 2008

Buoyed by a diverse mix of mineral resources and agricultural commodities, Saskatchewan will lead the country in economic growth this year and next, according to the Conference Board of Canada.

Province's mid-year economic report

November 12, 2008

Finance Minister Rod Gantefoer released the province's mid-year report Wednesday, describing the province as a "sea of tranquility in the middle of very turbulent and stormy" times.

Saskatchewan featured in Fortune Magazine

November 13, 2008

Kudos to Premier Brad Wall for his efforts in having Fortune Magazine do a feature article on the province's economy in the magazine's latest issue. You can read the full story here!

Saskatoon prices up 5.5 percent

November 10, 2008

The price of new homes in Canada increased by 2.1 per cent in September on a year-over-year basis.

Building permits hit record levels in September

November 6, 2008

Saskatchewan's building permits totalled $347.5 million in September 2008, the highest amount on record, beating the previous record of $298.6 million set in July 2008.

Average asking price drops in October

November 3, 2008

The average asking price of Saskatoon listings in October on saskhouses.com dropped by about $9,000 from the average asking price in September.

Saskatchewan Housing Forecast for 2009

October 31, 2008

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation is predicting that house prices in Saskatchewan will continue to stabilize in 2009.

Saskatchewan employment & wage growth tops in Canada

October 30, 2008

Saskatchewan's booming economy scored a triple play Wednesday, finishing in first place in a comparison with other provinces on three different sets of economic statistics.

Milestone reached for saskhouses.com

October 24, 2008

saskhouses.com reached another milestone today, passing the $700 million mark for listings of Saskatchewan property in 2008.

Saskatchewan Tax Relief

October 22, 2008

A Saskatchewan family can now earn up to $41,300 a year without paying any Provincial Income Tax, after the largest single year tax cuts in Saskatchewan history.

Real-time information on asking prices in Saskatoon neighbourhoods

September 15, 2008

A new feature has been added to the interactive map for Saskatoon on saskhouses.com. The new feature gives buyers and sellers real-time information on the asking prices of properties in specific Saskatoon neighbhourhoods.

Have you noticed the change?

October 11, 2008

We hope you've noticed, and we hope you like, the changes we've made to our home page, and the functionality of the rest of the website.

Banks begin hiking mortgage rates

March 30, 2010

Scramble expected as consumers move to lock in rates

Money for renovations & first time home buyers

January 29, 2009

Renovating your house or buying a first home just got a bit easier, after Finance Minister Jim Flaherty introduced a budget with millions of dollars designed to jump-start Canada's construction and housing sectors.

saskhouses.com sponsors Team McKee Curling Team

October 11, 2008

saskhouses.com is proud to once again sponsor one of Saskatchewan's top curling teams. The Darrell McKee curling team is made up of Skip Darrell McKee, Third Jason Jacobson, Second Tony Korol, and Lead Mark Lane.

Canadian Government buys Mortgage Debt

October 10, 2008

The Canadian government moved to shore up the nation's banks by taking on some of their mortgages in a bid to ease higher borrowing costs that have crippled lending.

Mortgage Borrowers Pushed To Lock In Variable Rates

Canadian banks are trying to convince consumers to lock in their mortgage rates because more than 20% of the home loans they have negotiated have become unprofitable, according to industry sources.

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