What has been happening in the Regina and Region Real Estate Market? Here is a brief look at what happened in January, 2021. 

 

For Tourney Group, the new year started off with reflecting on our personal and business goals from 2020, and creating new ones for 2021. Tourney Group also announced that we are hiring experienced, licensed Real Estate Agents to become apart of our team! We have an exciting year planned and are continuing to fine tune our business model to work well in the future post-pandemic world. 

The 2021 Real Estate market is off to a strong start. Sales are up 49% from the previous January for the whole province! Where January is typically a slower time with fewer new listings on the market (this year inventories

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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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Joyce’s Cheese Ball and Leanne’s Rum Ball recipes were such a hit last year that they have provided two more of their favourite holiday recipes for you to make and enjoy!

 

Bread and Celery Stuffing

Turkey and Stuffing go together like Peanut Butter and Jelly.  Here is Joyce’s traditional Stuffing Recipe.

  Ingredients:   5 cups of soft bread crumbs 1 cup finely diced celery 1/4 cup melted butter or margarine 1 teaspoon salt 1/8 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes 1 teaspoon marjoram 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning 1/3 cup chopped onions   Directions:   Mix all ingredients together. Once mixed you can dress the turkey. For a vegetarian option place in a casserole dish and…

 

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…

  Winter has already graced us with its presence, but thankfully it looks like we will have a bit of time before it comes back for good.  October is a month full of family and fun from Thanksgiving to Halloween.  There is also so much to see and do in around Regina this month.  

Event Highlight - Rock the Rink Tour

  When - October 18th at 7:30pm. Where - Brandt Centre What - This is an on ice entertainment experience that highlights the world’s best figure skaters in an environment that appeals to all your senses.  By integrating live music along with cutting edge sound, lighting, video, and special effects you will be singing and dancing the night away.  This is your chance to say farewell to Canada’s sweethearts Tessa…

 

 

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.     …

What a great summer it has been!  Regina has had a lot of great events to enjoy from Garth Brooks and the Queen City Ex to the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the 50th Regina Folk Festival.  Even though the kids are heading back to school and the temperatures are cooling there is still so much to see and do in Regina this month.

Event Highlight - Chicago

  Where: Globe Theatre When: September 11 to October 7 (performances every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday)

Chicago tells the storey of Roxie Hart and is based on real-life murders and it is set amidst the razzle dazzle of the 1920s.  It is loaded with show-stopping songs and breath taking choreography.

For more information and for tickets check out the Globe Theatre Website:

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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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Community Events in Regina this August 2019

  We have had some wild weather this summer and August looks like it is going to be a HOT one.  There is lots going on in and around Regina this August that the whole family will enjoy.  From the Queen City Ex to Shake the Lake - it will be a rocking month!    

Event Highlight - Garth Brooks

  When: August 9th and 10th Where: Mosaic Stadium Price: $95   Garth Brooks is brining is Stadium Tour to Regina - The only Canadian stop on the tour.  The first night sold out quick so a second show was added.  Additional tickets are available by visiting ticketmaster.ca      Garth Brooks is the #1 selling solo artist in US history and is one of country music’s all time greats. He…

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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