The Economic News Just Gets Better

Even in the summer months, consumers are showing that they are shaking off the effects of the recession, and getting on with their plans.

There are several interesting statistics coming out of the US about housing. The Case Schiller index is reporting a solidifying of housing values there. New starts are up, and used inventories are declining.

In Canada, city after city is reporting that home sales have increased to pre-recession levels.

In Central Alberta, the used market is just about back to last years levels. In fact, realtors report that certain products are in short supply.

Laebon's home sales are rebounding along with the rest of the economy. Even during the summer months, when sales tend to be slow, buyers are searching us out.