AN UPDATE FROM THE TOURNEY GROUP

We are closely monitoring the impact of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) on our local community and the real estate industry in Saskatchewan.  As of right now we are open for business and will continue to offer you the same amazing customer service and professionalism that you are used to.  However, we are following the guidelines from the Saskatchewan Real Estate Association and the Government of Saskatchewan to ensure we all stay healthy.

 

How are we Helping?

Online Search

Our website is a great tool to begin your home search.  If you see a home you like you can save it. If you have questions about any of the homes on our website send us a message and one of our agents will be in touch with you

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What has been happening in the Regina Real Estate Market? Here is a brief look at what happened in November, 2019.

  In the Regina and area MLS® System there were 145 reported sales which is down 21.2% from 2018.  Regina also saw 291 new listings which is down 5.8%.     The average days on market for November was 66.2 and this is down from 69.8 days.  Regina is sitting at approximately 8.8 months of inventory.         In order to look at market trends over time we use a tool called the MLS® Home Price Index (HPI) which is more effective than using average or median prices.     A mean average is the average  price obtained by dividing the total dollar volume of sales by the number of sales. In Regina there…

 

What has been happening in the Regina Real Estate Market? Here is a brief look at what happened in September.

  In the Regina and area MLS® System there were 252 reports sales which is up from 195 reported sales in 2018.  Regina also saw 369 new listings and this gives us roughly 5.6 months of inventory.   We often get asked how long we think it will take to sell.  In September the average days on market was 65 which is up from 62 days in 2018, and 55 days in 2017.         In order to look at market trends over time we use a tool called the MLS® Home Price Index (HPI) which is more effective then using average or median prices.    A mean average is the average price obtained by dividing the total dollar volume…

 

 

We wanted to help you get to know Joyce and Leanne Tourney better so below you will find 5 fun facts about each of them.

 

Joyce Tourney

    1.      Joyce has been married to Don Tourney since she was 19 years old - and they still like each other! 2.      Joyce was a medical laboratory technologist at University Hospital in Saskatoon before going into Real Estate. 3.      Joyce grew up on a farm near Govan, Saskatchewan. 4.      Joyce is a middle child. 5.      Joyce likes to live life on the edge - she thinks about refueling her car when it is at 10 km to empty.  

Leanne Tourney

    1.      Leanne lived in San Francisco for several years after University. 2.      Leanne is a vegetarian. 3.     …

The Tourney Group - In the Community This Week

The Tourney Group is passionate about our community and we are passionate about giving back.  This week we will be involved in two very special events that will raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network and the Regina Humane Society.

RE/MAX and the Tourney Group are proud supporters of the Children’s Miracle Network.  Not only do we donate a portion of our commission from every transaction to CMN we also donate at National and International conferences, as well as local events.  What is great is that all money raised in Saskatchewan stays in Saskatchewan and goes towards the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital.

The Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation is dedicated to raising funds

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Beat the heat with these Summer Treats 

When the Tourney Group has a break from selling houses we loves to whip up a full meal including dessert.  Here are some of our favourite summer dishes for you to try!     

Dill Pickle Pasta Salad - 

Pasta Salad is a staple side dish at every BBQ.  Why not change it up a bit with Dill Pickles??  

FILLING 

3 Cups of Shell Pasta (uncooked) 3/4 Pickles (I go for the extra garlic) 2/3 Cup Cheddar Cheese  

DRESSING 

2 Tbsp Fresh Dill 3 Tbsp White Onion 2/3 Cup Mayonnaise 1/3 Cup Sour Cream 2/3 Cup Cheddar Cheese 3/4 Pickle Juice 1/8 Teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper Dash of Franks’ Hot Sauce Salt and Pepper to Taste  

Directions: 

1. Boil the pasta

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