Search for Fort St. John Homes for Sale as Oil and Gas Rush Begins

Exploration and development of the new leases will surely fuel the job market, as bringing a well into service can take years to complete. Workers from all corners of the country are flocking to this vibrant cominity and enjoying the high quality of life Fort St John offers. The duration of the oil and gas hunt with such massive reserves will not end any time soon. The wages far exceed most jobs in the south of the provice.

Homebuyers should look to a REALTOR® like Scott Sauer for quality homes for sale in Fort St. John, BC. With business booming in this quaint city, those moving in for work could certainly use some help from professionals knowledgeable in the local area.
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Lovely Homes for Sale in Fort St. John, BC: Close Transactions Quickly

Are you looking for lovely Fort St. John homes for sale? If so, be prepared to spend a little more than the rest of your northern B.C. neighbours. According to a report from The Alaska Highway News, prices for homes in Fort St. John have been steadily rising in recent months:

For the first time, properties in Fort St. John are now selling for an average price of over $400,000, recent data from the BC Northern Real Estate Board suggests.

This makes Fort St. John the most expensive place to buy homes in northern B.C., but as other data shows, still surprisingly affordable compared to the rest of the province.

Prices can vary month to month, the board said in its report, but for three months between March and June, the average house selling price went between $400,000 to $425,000.
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Buyers: Act Now before Fort St. John Homes for Sale Get too Expensive

Scott Sauer not only has the appropriate skills and experience to manage a home purchase but can also provide useful insights on certain local factors that may affect real estate prices. I will explain why favourable economic conditions, similar to Fort St. John’s, is actually a mixed bag when looking at affordable housing.

On one hand, a good economic outlook leads to more jobs, higher income levels, and more home construction activity—signs that a city is a good place to settle down and prosper. On the other hand, job creation leads to population growth, which in turn leads to a greater demand for homes and a consequent price increase once new construction can’t keep up with demand. At present, the Fort St John housing market is on pace to match last years price increases of 10%, with the increase set to occur in mid-2014.
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Commercial Property Sales in Fort St. John Brisk, May Surpass Supply

Fort St. John real estate prices still continue to rise. In 2012, growth in the local real estate market pushed average home prices up a remarkable 10 percent. This was followed by more growth in 2013 that further extended the price trend’s upward surge. Surprisingly, this isn’t deterring buyers, who continue to snatch up properties almost as quickly as they can be built.

Despite the increase in real estate prices, property sales haven’t slowed down, and now commercial land and buildings are in extreme short supply. Entrepreneurs are coming to the city with the intent of opening industrial service companies to support the gas extraction and production industries working on the Montney Formation. Unfortunately, most are simply not finding any buildings to buy or rent.
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Site C Dam Approval Seen To Boost Fort St. John Real Estate Demand

While the hydroelectric company will most likely build housing for its Site C employees, it is expected that many of these new employees would much rather look at suitable Fort St. John real estate listings, and be full-fledged homeowners instead. Buying a house in the city also offers other perks, like easy access to shopping/business districts, and proximity to good schools—a must for workers with children.

Real estate investors are also keeping a keen eye on the city. Many will look to develop subdivisions, condominiums and other multi-family properties that will address the influx of new residents in Fort St. John should Site C become a reality.
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Fort St. John Real Estate Market Goes through a Construction Boom

The Fort St. John real estate market is experiencing a massive construction boom. According to CBC British Columbia, 30 construction permits—with a combined value of 18 million dollars—have been handed out so far. As of May 7, 2014, 25 new homes have been built, more than double that of the same period last year.

What’s behind this construction boom? you may well ask. Plenty. Among the most prominent, there’s the recent discovery that British Columbia is sitting on a vast natural gas deposit. There’s also the impending approval of the BC Hydro Site C dam, and Canadian forest products company Canfor’s plan to spend $30 million for the improvement of its Polar sawmill at Bear Lake.
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Now Is a Good Time to Work with a Fort St. John Real Estate Agent

“The real estate sector has been lobbying for tax relief, and there was a relatively small break announced in the provincial property transfer tax for eligible first-time home buyers. Those who qualify could save up to $7,500 on buying their first house, as long as that property is acquired for $475,000 or less, up from the previous threshold of $425,000.””

With prices on the rise and good homes hard to find, it is crucial to have a market expert in your corner. I work with RE/MAX Action Realty in Fort St. John and my office sells around 60% of all the homes in town, do”
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On Effectively Selling Your Fort St. John Real Estate in the Winter

A lot of people tend to hunker down in their homes in winter and do not feel like venturing out into the frigid cold more than necessary. This year has been very unique, the deep freeze and massive snow dump we experienced in December 2013 and the 2 week Chinook in January. Fort St. John is still the hottest real estate market in B.C. yet the idea of selling or buying a house in the winter is not every ones ideal.

However, January, February sales statistics are very similar to the “Spring Market” May and June – comparing the number of homes sold in a month. Fort St. John has a very consistent rate of home sales. There are probably still people who question if homes actually sell in winter, but a Fox Business article published December 12, 2013 gives tips to help people sell their homes that can be of help as residents want to sell their Fort St. John real estate.
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Why Today is the Best Time to Invest in Fort St. John Real Estate

“Finding the right property to buy

Scott Sauer, a REALTOR® with Re/Max Action Realty Fort St. John dominates the market with nearly 70% market share can find you the right property. Weather you are looking for you first home, expanding your investment portfolio or buying commercial property Scott has the professional experience to accomplish your goals. Scott can access all the Fort St. John real estate listings and help you choose the right property.

Transparency from start to finish

Understanding all the pros and cons of the property you are considering will make the decision easier. Having a trusted real estate consultant like Scott will be invaluable to your buying or selling decision. Real estate is all about the details, Scott is know for his analytical approach to real estate. Once the negotiations start this is where Scott shines, an expert in this field having successfully completed over 700 transactions.”
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Get a Heads-up Before You Look for a House in Fort St. John BC.

“Price listings can change dramatically over certain periods of time and this can happen while most people are unaware. Buyers should therefore keep tabs on offers that are reasonable and competitive to ensure that a deal can be made quickly when it becomes necessary to make the purchase. Otherwise, they might find themselves looking at a real estate listing for a long time without getting any closer to what they want.

For sellers, a $1.3 million property may get reduced to half its value if it fails to attract a serious buyer for more than a year so they have to be more intelligent about the way they market their home. The best way to get a good boost is to have it listed at an MLS in Fort St. John like the one run by Scott Sauer because it would then get the attention of various brokers throughout the country.”
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