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Andrew Peller Limited Receives Final Approval for Port Moody Development Plans

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Montag, Juli 31, 2023

GRIMSBY, Ontario, July 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Andrew Peller Limited (ADW.A / ADW.B) (“APL” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that following a Regular Council Meeting on July 25th, the City Council of Port Moody, B.C.

Key Points: 
  • GRIMSBY, Ontario, July 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Andrew Peller Limited (ADW.A / ADW.B) (“APL” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that following a Regular Council Meeting on July 25th, the City Council of Port Moody, B.C.
  • gave 4th reading and approval for the Company’s five-acre site, which will pave the way for a comprehensive mixed use development project for the community.
  • This site was the location of the Company’s first winery opened by Andrew Peller in 1961.
  • “We are pleased to have received approval of the Westport Village development plan in the Port Moody community and would like to thank City Council for their support throughout the process,” commented John Peller, President and Chief Executive Officer.

Endy Unveils New Made-in-Canada Modular Sofa, Redefining Style for Canadian Homes

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Donnerstag, Juli 13, 2023

Designed to accommodate any desired configuration, the Endy Modular Sofa can be tailored to suit individual needs by selecting the preferred number of pieces.

Key Points: 
  • Designed to accommodate any desired configuration, the Endy Modular Sofa can be tailored to suit individual needs by selecting the preferred number of pieces.
  • "We are thrilled to introduce the Endy Modular Sofa to our customers and are proud to announce it is 100% made in Canada," says Alexandra Voyevodina-Wang, President and General Manager, Endy.
  • With its customizable configurations, premium materials and proprietary foam technology, we see the Endy Modular Sofa quickly becoming a staple in Canadian homes."
  • Easy Setup and Maintenance: The Endy Modular Sofa requires minimal assembly, providing convenience and a hassle-free setup experience.

VIU BY HUB PARTNERS WITH SAFESTREETS TO OFFER HOMEOWNERS COMPLETE PROTECTION

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Donnerstag, Juli 13, 2023

CHICAGO, July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- VIU by HUB (VIU), a digital insurance brokerage platform, today announced a partnership with SafeStreets, one of the largest authorized dealers of ADT home security systems in the U.S., to provide their customers with the opportunity to shop for and buy personal insurance coverage through a variety of carriers. The partnership provides SafeStreets' customers with trusted advice and a comprehensive approach to managing both physical and financial risk to their homes while potentially reducing insurance premiums in the process.

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  • The partnership provides SafeStreets' customers with trusted advice and a comprehensive approach to managing both physical and financial risk to their homes while potentially reducing insurance premiums in the process.
  • As advancements in technology make home security monitoring and surveillance more attainable, there's growing interest in seeking benefits beyond physical security like discounts on premiums, which many insurance carriers now offer.
  • "VIU by HUB and SafeStreets have a shared mission: help our customers protect what matters most," said Bryan Davis, EVP and Head of VIU.
  • VIU enables consumers to compare, shop for and navigate personal insurance policies across auto, home, condo, renters, life and pet.

Triple-I: Updated CSU Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast Calls for ‘Above-Average’ Activity

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Donnerstag, Juli 6, 2023

An updated 2023 Atlantic hurricane season forecast from Colorado State University (CSU) released today projects more tropical cyclone activity than CSU previously anticipated.

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  • An updated 2023 Atlantic hurricane season forecast from Colorado State University (CSU) released today projects more tropical cyclone activity than CSU previously anticipated.
  • Major hurricanes are defined as those with wind speeds reaching Category 3, 4 or 5 on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.
  • In its last forecast issued on June 1, CSU envisioned 15 named storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes this season.
  • “We have increased our forecast and now call for an above-average Atlantic basin hurricane season in 2023, although uncertainty with this outlook is larger than normal,” Klotzbach said.

Between April and May, New York Residential Closed Median Sale Price Increases by 2.60%, Transactions Increase 24.10%

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Montag, Juni 26, 2023

FARMINGDALE, N.Y., June 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OneKey® MLS is the one source real estate marketplace for monthly statistics for residential real estate transactions from Montauk to Manhattan, north through the Hudson Valley and the Catskill Mountains. For May 2023, OneKey MLS reported a regional closed median sale price of $590,000, a 2.60% increase as compared to the $575,000 reported in April 2023. Between April 2023 and May 2023, closed regional sales transactions, including residential, condo, and co-op sales, increased to 3,998 from 3,221, representing an increase of 24.10%. Across the region, pending sales transactions increased in a month-over-month comparison as well, reaching 5,482 in May, 17.50% more pending transactions than the 4,664 reported in April.

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  • For May 2023, OneKey MLS reported a regional closed median sale price of $590,000, a 2.60% increase as compared to the $575,000 reported in April 2023.
  • Six of nine counties reported an increased closed median sale price in a month-over-month comparison, while three counties reported a decreased median sale price.
  • Putnam (+18.40%), Westchester (+13.50 %), Orange (+9.80%), Rockland (+4.00%), Suffolk (+1.90%), and Nassau (+0.90%) Counties reported month-over-month increases in closed median sale price.
  • Sullivan (-0.70%) and Queens (-0.80%) Counties and the Bronx (-1.10%) reported month-over-month decreases in closed median sale price.

Triple-I Update: Atlantic Hurricane Season to Have ‘Near-Average’ Activity

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Donnerstag, Juni 1, 2023

An updated 2023 Atlantic hurricane season forecast released today by Colorado State University (CSU) envisions a “near-average” level of tropical cyclone activity in the Atlantic basin between June and November.

Key Points: 
  • An updated 2023 Atlantic hurricane season forecast released today by Colorado State University (CSU) envisions a “near-average” level of tropical cyclone activity in the Atlantic basin between June and November.
  • On May 11, the National Hurricane Center indicated an unnamed subtropical storm formed in the Atlantic in mid-January 2023.
  • The Atlantic hurricane season officially started today and continues through Nov. 30.
  • “While we anticipate a robust El Niño for the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, the tropical and subtropical Atlantic have continued to anomalously warm to near-record levels,” Klotzbach said.

Redfin Reports Homes in Austin and Boise are Selling for $80,000 Less Than a Year Ago

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Montag, Mai 22, 2023

One-third (33.6%) of homes that sold in April were purchased for more than the final list price.

Key Points: 
  • One-third (33.6%) of homes that sold in April were purchased for more than the final list price.
  • That’s down from 58.7% a year earlier but is higher than any April on record prior to the pandemic.
  • The biggest declines were in Oakland (-16.1%), Austin (-15.3%), Boise (-15.1%), San Francisco (-13.4%) and Salt Lake City (-10.9%).
  • Competition rose in three metros Redfin analyzed: San Francisco (9.2 ppts), Worcester, MA (8.4 ppts) and Providence, RI (4 ppts).

New York Residential Closed Median Sale Price Increases by 4.00% between March and April

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Montag, Mai 22, 2023

FARMINGDALE, N.Y., May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- OneKey® MLS is the one source real estate marketplace for monthly statistics for residential real estate transactions from Montauk to Manhattan, north through the Hudson Valley and the Catskill Mountains. For April 2023, OneKey MLS reported a regional closed median sale price of $575,000, a 4.00% increase as compared to the $553,175 reported in March 2023. Between March 2023 and April 2023, closed regional sales transactions, including residential, condo, and co-op sales, decreased to 3,160 from 3,612, representing a decrease of 12.50%. Across the region, pending sales transactions declined in a month-over-month comparison as well, reaching 4,759 in April, 8.50% fewer pending transactions than the 5,203 reported in March.

Key Points: 
  • For April 2023, OneKey MLS reported a regional closed median sale price of $575,000, a 4.00% increase as compared to the $553,175 reported in March 2023.
  • Seven of nine counties reported an increased closed median sale price in a month-over-month comparison, while two counties reported a decreased median sale price.
  • Sullivan (+15.80%), Bronx (+8.90 %), Suffolk (+5.70%), Queens (+4.80%), Orange (+3.60%), Nassau (+1.70%), and Rockland (+0.30%) Counties reported month-over-month increases in closed median sale price.
  • Westchester (-1.30%) and Putnam (-10.10%) Counties reported month-over-month decreases in closed median sale price.

Get Off to a Sizzling Start Safely this May ‘2-4’ Long Weekend

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Mittwoch, Mai 17, 2023

Check the hose leading from the gas tank to the burner and replace it if cracked or damaged.

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  • Check the hose leading from the gas tank to the burner and replace it if cracked or damaged.
  • If bubbles appear, it could mean gas is leaking out so tighten the connection and/or replace the damaged parts and re-test.
  • Before lighting, make sure the BBQ is on level ground, far away from any flammable material, with the lid open.
  • The BBQ is kept clear of combustible material as listed on the BBQ’s rating plate or in the certified instructions.

Canadian First-Time Homebuyers remain confident in their decision to buy, as they balance affordability, location and room to work in finding their perfect homes

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Mittwoch, Mai 17, 2023

This has made it more difficult in the short-run for prospective buyers to find the homes they want, but longer term they remain confident in their decisions to become homeowners."

Key Points: 
  • This has made it more difficult in the short-run for prospective buyers to find the homes they want, but longer term they remain confident in their decisions to become homeowners."
  • "First-time homebuyers are expecting that the hybrid work model is here to stay" says Mr. Levings.
  • 1 The survey was conducted between February 22, 2023 to March 27, 2023 by Environics Research.
  • See 'About the Survey' at the end of the release for survey methodology.