Monday, November 7, 2011 @ 6:46 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
In 14 years on Saturday Night Live , Darrell Hammond did many impressions, including Bill Clinton, Al Gore and Sean Connery. Few of his cast members knew that Hammond struggled with drugs, alcohol and self-cutting as the result of childhood abuse. In his memoir God, If You're Not Up There,
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Monday, November 7, 2011 @ 3:37 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
Plans are moving forward for a massive new commercial development at Clappisons Corners. A report going to the city’s planning committee Tuesday recommends allowing up to 600,000 square feet of new developments, including 420,000 square feet of stores and a major new grocery store, at the northeast corner of highways
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011 @ 5:57 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
I was just on the Blackberry website and found out they have a promotion that if you upgrade your Blackberry and send your old one back to RIM they will give you up to $100 rebate. Click here to go right to the promotion page.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011 @ 12:38 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
Interest rates to remain on hold for longer The Bank of Canada kept its trend-setting Bank Rate at 1.25 per cent on October 25, 2011. This marks the ninth consecutive announcement in which interest rates have been held steady. The tone of the accompanying statement was very dovish, with
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Category: Mortgage Rates and Information
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Monday, October 31, 2011 @ 12:10 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
Halloween is considered by most in the United States as a fun holiday, mostly for children, but it has roots in ancient religions and folklore, including paganism, ancient Roman religions, early Catholic Christianity, Irish folklore, and even British politics! Children and adults alike enjoy this holiday today, with funny costumes,
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Sunday, October 30, 2011 @ 1:10 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
We all need a little rest and relaxation, but have you ever dreamt of transforming your bathroom into a luxurious spa? Nowadays, these bathrooms are so much more! They are a place to unwind and to let all your problems go far away. The spa bathroom trend is growing
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Category: Real Estate
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Thursday, October 27, 2011 @ 12:13 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
The Fall real estate market is in full swing now. Housing sales are up slightly from last years numbers. The fall market has been very productive in years past mostly due to clients looking to relocate for work or possible job transfers. It is not as busy as the spring
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Wednesday, October 26, 2011 @ 12:37 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
Bank of Canada governor decided to leave the overight trading rate at 1%. By doing so, the prime lending rate for banks and financial institutions will remain at 3%. I have the link for the article included here for some late night reading. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/report-on-business/economy/interest-rates/carney-holds-rate-cuts-forecast-for-2011-2012/article2212610/ Interesting to note that he has
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Category: Mortgage Rates and Information
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Tuesday, October 25, 2011 @ 9:59 AM
Posted By: Mark Zik
Metro Land Media is doing a food drive to help out the local Hamilton are food bank. The food bank is always a great cause to donate to especially with the Holidays fast approaching. If you would like to make a donation please get in touch with Aletha Brown
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Monday, October 24, 2011 @ 1:47 PM
Posted By: Mark Zik
Bank of
Canada’s Business Outlook Survey implies a moderation in optimism among firms relative to the summer survey The Bank of Canada simultaneously released both its Business Outlook Survey (BOS) and its Senior Loan Officer Survey (SLOS) for the third quarter of 2011 this morning. The BOS
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Category: Business
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