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Friday, July 16, 2010 - July Newsletter

We have attached for you, our July Preferred Newsletter filled with valuable information. Here is a summary on what we have to offer.... Page 1: - Port your mortgage when you sell - more details at www.firstfoundation.ca - Current mortgage rates – TD Canada Trust - Testimonials and Referrals - Thank you to Kyle Jeske Page 2: - Realtors Association of Edmonton Market Report – summer trends - Preferred Market Interpretation – It will be a slower summer and fall this yea ... Full Article...

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Friday, July 16, 2010 - Port your mortgage when you sell

It's the day and age where a fair number people don't stay in their homes for more than a couple years, whether it be because they're starting a family or moving up the property ladder. These homeowners find that they're moving before their existing mortgage term is up. Luckily, lenders now offer portability options for their mortgages, meaning if you decide to move, you can bring your mortgage with you. When you port your mortgage, and will need a larger mortgage than you currently have (whi ... Full Article...

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Thursday, June 24, 2010 - Alberta Oil Sands Featured on 60 Minutes

A reminder of the intrinsic value and potential of Alberta's growth and economy over the coming decade...sometimes we forget when we live here. This growth influences real estate prices favourably with income growth, population growth, and job growth. Watch the 6 min video on youtube here: YOUTUBE

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - June Preferred Market Interpretation

We wish we were wrong… we predicted an early peaking sales year in previous newsletters this year. And although it’s nice to be able to provide an accurate prediction for our clients to make decisions based on, it is also not great news for the Edmonton Real Estate market overall. That said, houses under $400,000 and 2 bedroom condos or 3 bedroom townhouses under $250,000 are still selling strong. There is a significant variance in the market of properties selling well with high de ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - June Newsletter

We have attached for you, our June Preferred Newsletter filled with valuable information. Here is a summary on what we have to offer.... Page 1: - Edmonton's LTR Expansion update - Visit www.edmonton.ca/transportation - Tips for Renovating your home in our market today - more details on our blog www.PreferredGroup.ca - Testimonials and Referrals - Thank you to Leah Hunt & Paul Brown Page 2: - Realtors Association of Edmonton Market Report – Housing Market has relaxed in May - Prefe ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, June 23, 2010 - Perform regular maintenance on your home, or renovate your home

Perform regular maintenance on your home, or renovate your home While this strategy may not save you money mortgage-wise, it will allow you to bring more value to your home and possibly garner you a large(r) profit if/when you decide to sell. Ensuring that you complete regular maintenance on your home (such as cleaning your furnace and making sure your drains are unplugged) will keep it from falling into disrepair, and will preserve its value. Not only that, but regular maintenance can save yo ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Preferred Market Interpretation - May

Excerpt from our monthly Preferred Newsletter: 2010 continues strong... But the overall impact of mortgage rate increases and rule changes have not been felt yet. The overall listing inventory, and lower list to sold ratio is an indicator of a slow down, and return to a heavy buyerâ??s market. Edmonton should have approximately 5000-5500 properties active on the market during summer for a balanced market, and we have over 8000! That said, the demand for homes under $400,000 and condos under $25 ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - May Newsletter

We have attached for you, our May Preferred Newsletter filled with valuable information. Here is a summary on what we have to offer.... Page 1: - Arena Development in Edmonton update. Visit www.RevitalizeDowntown.ca - Current Mortgage Rates from TD Canada Trust - Testimonials and Referrals - Thank you to Scott Hughes, fellow Commercial Realtor Page 2: - Realtors Association of Edmonton Market Report – Mortgage changes do not dramatically affect housing market - Preferred Market Inte ... Full Article...

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Thursday, March 18, 2010 - March Newsletter

We have attached for you, our March Preferred Newsletter filled with valuable information. Here is a summary on what we have to offer.... Page 1: - Mortgage Rules Changing – April 10th - RE/MAX at the Olympics – See the video on our blog - Testimonials and Referrals - Thank you to Steven Woodburn Page 2: - Realtors Assocation of Edmonton Market Report – Stability through Feb. - Preferred Market Interpretation – Expect an ‘overheated’ spring Page 3: ... Full Article...

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Friday, March 5, 2010 - Why you should NOT get mortgage insurance...get life insurance instead

Great video on why NOT to get mortgage insurance when you get a new mortgage. Get life insurance instead. Contact us anytime if you have questions about details like this, and keep us in mind for your friends to refer to us too.

Click here to watch the video - CBC.ca - Marketplace - In Denial

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Wednesday, March 3, 2010 - February Newsletter

We have attached for you, our February Preferred Newsletter filled with valuable information. Here is a summary on what we have to offer.... Page 1: - Home Buyers Seminar- by the REALTORS® Association of Edmonton - River City Awards Breakfast - Go Preferred Go! - Testimonials and Referrals- Thank you to Randy and Linda Carter Page 2: - Realtors Assocation of Edmonton Market Report -Strong start to 2010 - Preferred Market Interpretation- Still showing balance Page 3: - Commerc ... Full Article...

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Tuesday, February 16, 2010 - Mortgage rules have changed

Mortgage rules have changed. This will limit some buyers that were pushing their budgets banking on low interest rates...but shouldn't have a large affect on our educated clients with our professional advice. These rules take effect as of April 10, 2010. So if you're on the fence about buying a new home or refinancing...DO IT NOW!!

See the Video on CTV news here...

Here is the Government of Canada's official release as well...click here

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Tuesday, January 26, 2010 - RE/MAX River City Awards Breakfast

RE/MAX River City hosts an Awards Breakfast once a year to congratulate the hard working Realtors in this office for their exceptional work within the City of Edmonton and surrounding area. The Preferred Real Estate Group was also present and received awards for "Top 25 Excellence" and "Top 3 Commercial Transactions". We are proud to be a part of such a great core group of Realtors and are thrilled to be acknowledged for what we enjoy doing on a daily basis. Thank you to our Clients for allowing us the privilege of working with each and every one of you!

Photo of Shami Sandhu (left) Broker of RE/MAX River City providing John Carter (right) with an Award for Top 3 Commercial Transactions.

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Thursday, January 21, 2010 - January Newsletter

Check out our January Preferred Newsletter filled with valuable information. Here is a summary on what we have to offer… Page 1: CMHC Rental Report– vacancy up, and rents down since Oct 08. Plus John Carter’s interview on CBC Radio One. Testimonials and Referrals– Thanks to Amanda Daub Page 2: Realtors Association of Edmonton Market Report– 2009 in review. ‘Cautious Optimism’ for 2010. Preferred Market Interpretation – balance market finally, a ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - CMHC Rental Market Report - Edmonton CMA

Highlights from CMHC Report - Fall 2009 - The apartment vacancy rate across the Edmonton Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) increased to 4.5 per cent in October 2009 from 2.4 per cent in October 2008. - The average monthly rent for a two-bedroom apartment in new and existing structures in the Edmonton CMA was $1,015 this October, down from $1,034 in October 2008. - In rental structures common to both surveys, the year-over-year change in the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment uni ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, January 13, 2010 - RE/MAX Commercial Market Insight - USA

The New RE/MAX Market Insights newsletter is produced in conjunction with the Real Estate Research Corporation and the CCIM Institute. This new quarterly newsletter includes detailed, professional analysis of the U.S. commercial market, focusing on 12-month trailing and quarterly volume, price, cap rates and other trends in the office, industrial, apartment and retail sectors. Click here to view this newsletter in full detail...

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Friday, January 8, 2010 - RE/MAX Housing Market Outlook 2010

Edmonton’s healthy residential housing market was the first to emerge from the depths of the recession, with sales surpassing year-to-date figures for 2008 in June 2009. Low interest rates, greater affordability, and pent-up demand were behind the push for real estate early in the year, as consumer confidence levels slowly escalated. First-time buyers snapped up entrylevel product at significant cost savings. By October, momentum had reached the top-end of the market, with sales over $750 ... Full Article...

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Monday, December 7, 2009 - December Christmas Letter

It’s December already! An entire year has passed and so quickly. We would like to take this time to say thank you to our clients, friends and family for your support throughout this year. We appreciate you and your referrals. Happy Holidays to all of you! Click here to view our Christmas Letter...

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Monday, November 16, 2009 - November Newsletter

Our November Preferred Group Newsletter is here with valuable information on the Edmonton Real Estate market, value added coupon, community information and great property deals. Feel free to contact us if you have any Real Estate questions, and feel free to forward this to anyone you know who might be interested. Click here to view the November Newsletter....

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Monday, November 9, 2009 - Fall 2009 - CMHC Edmonton Market Outlook

The latest from CMHC on Edmonton's overall housing market. Valuable information on new construction, rental vacancy rates, resale home values and inventory and much more. Feel free to contact us with any questions on any of this, or if you'd like specific information on your property or area. Fall 2009 - CMHC Edmonton Housing Market Outlook

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Monday, November 2, 2009 - Making Sense of Mortgage Rates in Today's Economy

Many prospective homebuyers are wondering what has happened to mortgage rates in 2009, and where they may go from here. RBC Economics Research recently updated its’ outlook, and here is what the group has to report. Since hitting a low in January of 2009, longer-term interest rates have trended higher with the move accelerating in July. The prospect that the worst is over for the global economy is giving investors the confidence to venture out of low-return fixed income securities and se ... Full Article...

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Monday, October 19, 2009 - October Newsletter

IT’S HERE!! Our October Newsletter, just arrived - packed with great information on the Edmonton Real Estate Market, most recent stats from the Edmonton Real Estate Board, a coupon from our list of incredible Service Providers, monthly quote, new featured listings, Commercial outlook and so much more! Get down and get personal with the Preferred Real Estate Group as we let you in on our office and what we have in store. It doesn’t stop here, our service is multi-functional, if you w ... Full Article...

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Monday, October 19, 2009 - Are You Fit To Sell

As home sellers across the country adjust to new market realities, RE/MAX is set to launch Fit to Sell, an innovative new program designed to secure home equity in uncertain times. This program encourages existing home owners to increase their stake in home-selling process working with their Real Estate Professionals to bring their home to the market. Fit to Sell ultimately rewards their participation by maximizing sale price and minimizing on-market time. Coming soon to HGTV! Click here for ... Full Article...

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Thursday, September 17, 2009 - September Newsletter

IT’S HERE!! Our September Newsletter, just arrived - packed with great information on the Edmonton Real Estate Market, most recent stats from the Edmonton Real Estate Board, a coupon from our list of incredible Service Providers, monthly quote, new featured listings, Commercial outlook and so much more! Get down and get personal with the Preferred Real Estate Group as we let you in on our office and what we have in store. It doesn’t stop here, our service is multi-functional, if you ... Full Article...

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Thursday, September 3, 2009 - OECD Says Recession 'Near Bottom'

The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development says the world economy is near the bottom of the worst recession in post-war history. The body that represents the 30 most industrialized nations said that those economies would shrink 4.1% this year. But it adds that recovery is likely to be "weak and fragile" for some time. The UK is in a "sharp recession", it says, with output set to decine by 4.3% in 2009, worse than it’s previous forecast of 3.7% fall. The OECD predicts ze ... Full Article...

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Monday, August 17, 2009 - RECA update

The Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) is an independent, non-government agency, responsible for regulating industry professionals in the real estate, mortgage broker, and real estate appraisal industries under Alberta’s Real Estate Act. From our August newsletter excerpt, you can find out more below: RECA consumer tools...

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Monday, August 17, 2009 - August Newsletter

It’s arrived and here to drive you wild with anticipation...our AUGUST NEWSLETTER! Each and every newsletter is packed full of helpful newsworthy tips on Real Estate and great property deals. We have also added a community coupon benefiting you as an investor, a buyer, a seller and just your average "coupon-saving-clipper". As well, we’ve added a quote and update on the Stollery Children’s Hospital who we are very involved with wholeheartedly for all the "softies" on our list. ... Full Article...

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Tuesday, July 21, 2009 - July Newsletter

Please view our July Preferred Group Newsletter with valuable information on the Edmonton Real Estate market, value added coupon, community information and great property deals. Feel free to contact us if you have any Real Estate questions, and feel free to forward this to anyone you know who might be interested. View the July Newsletter here....

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Tuesday, July 21, 2009 - Investing vs. Speculating - by Don R. Campbell

Just like the stock market, not all towns see real estate values increase in a booming market and many actually under-perform. Your job as an investor is to pick areas providing the best returns for the lowest risk. There is a simple and easy strategy for doing this: Focus on the fundamentals, not emotions. Successful real estate investing is all about identifying a town or neighbourhood that has a future, not a past. Sadly, many investors like to invest based on past performance so they&rsq ... Full Article...

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Friday, June 19, 2009 - June Newsletter

IT’S HERE!! Our June Newsletter, just arrived - packed with great information on the Edmonton Real Estate Market, most recent stats from the Edmonton Real Estate Board, a coupon from our list of incredible Service Providers, monthly quote, new featured listings, Commercial outlook and so much more! Get down and get personal with the Preferred Real Estate Group as we let you in on our office and what we have in store. It doesn’t stop here, our service is multi-functional, if you wou ... Full Article...

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Thursday, June 11, 2009 - CMHC Press Releases

CMHC’s recent press release reports. Very valuable information for home owners and investors, download each report below. ***** CMHC Alberta Economic & Housing Market Outlook - May 28 2009 ***** CMHC Alberta Rental Market Report - Spring 2009 CMHC Housing Starts - June 2009

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Thursday, May 28, 2009 - May Newsletter

Our May Preferred Group Newsletter has arrived with valuable information on the Edmonton Real Estate market, value added coupon, community information and great property deals. Feel free to contact us if you have any Real Estate questions, and feel free to forward this to anyone you know who might be interested. Click here to view our May Newsletter... NOTE: Added to our usual Monthly Newsletter is an invitation to our Preferred Seminar (located on the 4th page). Details for our upcoming Sem ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - Canada's Recession History

Canada survived at least three major recessions and a depression in the last century. It’s interesting to compare those times with what we’re going through now. In many cases, the downward spiral followed a time of great prosperity and consumer confidence – just like today. 1904-1914: The early 1900s saw a strong economic boom, with an intense wave of speculation in the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Interest rates were high but widely fluctuating. But in 1907, after a major ... Full Article...

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Monday, April 13, 2009 - April Newsletter

Please view our April Preferred Group Newsletter with valuable information on the Edmonton Real Estate market, value added coupon, community information and great property deals. Feel free to contact us if you have any Real Estate questions, and feel free to forward this to anyone you know who might be interested. View the April Newsletter here....

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Tuesday, April 7, 2009 - Don Campbell on The Hour on CBC.ca

While our housing market is slumping in many parts of the country, many people are wondering what to do? Is now the time to buy? Or do you wait until the market recovers? Don Campbell might just have the answer. He’s a real estate investment specialist and has been researching the country’s housing market for more than 20 years. This is a very informative, reality based, down to earth interview with one of Canada’s top real estate experts. www.cbc.ca/thehour

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Thursday, March 12, 2009 - March Newsletter

Please view our March Newsletter for information on Real Estate, market stats, Edmonton Economy news, property listings, coupons and City of Edmonton activities. We strive to provide you with the most current information so you can be sure to make the most informed and educated decisions on your investments towards your future. If you would like to discuss the content of this newsletter or have any general questions please do not hesitate to contact us. It is our goal to work with you. View the ... Full Article...

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Tuesday, March 10, 2009 - Canada vs US lending leverage

Worthwhile Canadian Initiative Canadian banks are typically leveraged at 18 to 1--compared with U.S. banks at 26 to 1. Fareed Zakaria NEWSWEEK From the magazine issue dated Feb 16, 2009 The legendary editor of The New Republic, Michael Kinsley, once held a "Boring Headline Contest" and decided that the winner was "Worthwhile Canadian Initiative." Twenty-two years later, the magazine was rescued from its economic troubles by a Canadian media company, which should have taught us Americans to be a ... Full Article...

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Thursday, February 12, 2009 - February Newsletter

Please view our most recent Preferred Group February Newsletter with valuable information on the Edmonton Real Estate market, a value added coupon, community information and great property deals. View our February Newsletter here....

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Monday, February 2, 2009 - Mortgage Lenders and Private Home Sales

Mortgage Lenders and Private Home Sales by Shayla Damery, First Foundation Residential Mortgages. A lot of new policies have been implemented with mortgage lenders (and the government) since the economic slowdown. We've seen the removal of 100% financing, a variety of lenders suspending their Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs), and the “prime minus a discount” rates on variable rate mortgages turn into “prime plus a premium”. Another thing we've seen come int ... Full Article...

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Thursday, January 15, 2009 - January Newsletter

Our latest Preferred newsletter is here with a fresh NEW LOOK and even more packed with valuable information on the Edmonton Real Estate market, value added coupon, community information and great property deals. Feel free to contact us if you have any Real Estate questions, and feel free to forward this to anyone you know who might be interested. View our January Newsletter here...

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Monday, January 12, 2009 - Edmonton Commerce News

Premier, Ed Stelmach - Words from our Alberta Premier. Canada is going through a painful time right now, with a crisis in global financial markets and a slowdown in international trade having a significant impact on our export-driven economy. All of this underlines just how important it is - now more than ever - that Canadians work together for a strong recovery. I have no doubt we will recover but in the meantime there is only one major reliable source of increased jobs, investment and govern ... Full Article...

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Friday, December 5, 2008 - Christmas Newsletter

Happy Holidays to all of our Family, Friends, Past, Present and Future Clients! We wish you all the best throughout this Holiday Season and an amazing 2009! View our Christmas Newsletter here...

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Thursday, November 13, 2008 - November Newsletter

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Monday, November 10, 2008 - CMHC Edmonton Outlook - Fall 2008

See the latest analysis and forecast from CMHC on Edmonton’s housing market from the past year and a forecast for 2009. Summary is - Moderated and sustainable growth into the coming 2009 year, will allow an opportunity for investors and first time buyers as ’cost of home ownership’ have decreased relative to incomes, and ownership cost vs. renting. See page 8 of the report for the overall summary. CMHC Edmonton Outlook_Fall 2008 Be sure to attend out next upcoming seminar wh ... Full Article...

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Tuesday, October 21, 2008 - October Newsletter

Our latest Preferred newsletter is here with valuable information on the Edmonton Real Estate market, value added coupon, community information and great property deals. Feel free to contact us if you have any Real Estate questions, and feel free to forward this to anyone you know who might be interested. View our October Newsletter here... Preferred Group in the news – check out this page on our website to watch a recent interview on Shaw TV on the downtown condo market. If you know anyo ... Full Article...

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Monday, September 22, 2008 - September Newsletter

Here is our latest newsletter with updates on the Edmonton Real Estate market, community events, valuable coupon, and available properties. Note our upcoming Investment Seminar Event on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008 as well. We are looking forward to seeing you all there! View our September Newsletter here.

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Tuesday, September 16, 2008 - Housing overpriced -- except here

Edmonton market undervalued by eight per cent, say UBC researchers Bill Mah, The Edmonton Journal Published: Tuesday, September 09 EDMONTON - Housing prices in most Canadian cities are overpriced -- with the exception of Edmonton, where home prices are actually eight per cent below where they should be in a balanced market. That’s the finding of a study, Are Canadian Markets Overpriced? by researchers at the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia released Monday. ... Full Article...

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Wednesday, August 13, 2008 - August Preferred Newsletter

Here is our latest newsletter with updates on the Edmonton Real Estate market, community events, valuable coupon, and available properties. Note our upcoming Annual Client Appreciation event on Saturday, Sept. 13th, 2008 as well. We are looking forward to seeing all our past clients and their friends and family. View our August Newsletter here.

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Tuesday, July 15, 2008 - July Newsletter

Our latest Preferred Newsletter with updates on the Edmonton Real Estate market, current available properties for sale and wanted, our upcoming Preferred Seminar, and other community events information. View our July Preferred Newsletter here.

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Thursday, June 26, 2008 - Edmonton Journal

The Edmonton Journal picked up the launch of our new industry leading website today. Read the article here: Edmonton Journal - Preferred Group article or view it in a PDF format. Stay tuned for more in the media about this new technology, it is going to change the industry.

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