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Uh Oh – Government’s Manipulated Real Estate Market

Michael and Ozzie have felt that it was wrong for Government to make real estate rules and policies on the basis of only two Canadian markets, Vancouver and Toronto. Now they have the numbers that are going to make a lot of potential real estate purchasers very, very unhappy.

….also from Mike: Free Trade Fumbles

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Good News For BC’s First Time Home Buyers

Ozzie Jurock outlines the “Home Partnership Program” which allows for a no-interest loan for up to $37,500 to match a down payment!

….also from Michael: Goofy Award Winner: It Should Have Been Obvious

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The Incoming Tax Changes Effect on Real Estate

Ozzie talks about the hit some real estate investors are about to get with the new proposed tax changes.

….also from Michael: If You Work & Want a Raise….Listen Up

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The Timing is coming to fruition

Michael has had his eye on Calgary Edmonton Real Estate for some time now, and checks with Ozzie Jurock to see if he agrees the timing is ripe.

….also from Michael: The Feds & Small Business: A Breathtaking Disconnect

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The Surprise Jump in Bank of Canada Rates

Michael asks Ozzie what he thinks the impact of the unexpected interest rate hike will be on mortgage rates and the market in general

…also from Michael: Why are politicians – left and right – increasingly despised by reasonable people?

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