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      <title>108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 11:28:08 -0700</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Condo</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/445" title="108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia">108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>STUNNING ONE OF A KIND CHARACTER APARTMENT AT &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;. THE SUITE - Almost 1,300 sq ft stretched across the West side of the building with a 400 sq ft private patio. All the character of a warehouse loft in a rock solid 8 year old concret e building. Fabulous living/entertaining space with high ceilings and open kitchen. 2 large well separated beds. 2 full baths. Office/den can be closed or opened right out (concertina doors) to expand the living space further. Finishes include reclaimed fir floors, exposed brick, shaker cabinets, granite counters and stainless/gas appliances. THE BUILDING - &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;- exceptionally popular concrete low rise. Pet friendly. Steps to Main/Cambie/Canada Line. 2 parking stalls, 2 lockers.</p>]]></description>
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      <title>108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:53:19 -0700</pubDate>
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      <title>108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:52:52 -0700</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Condo</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/445" title="108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia">108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>STUNNING ONE OF A KIND CHARACTER APARTMENT AT &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;. THE SUITE - Almost 1,300 sq ft stretched across the West side of the building with a 400 sq ft private patio. All the character of a warehouse loft in a rock solid 8 year old concret e building. Fabulous living/entertaining space with high ceilings and open kitchen. 2 large well separated beds. 2 full baths. Office/den can be closed or opened right out (concertina doors) to expand the living space further. Finishes include reclaimed fir floors, exposed brick, shaker cabinets, granite counters and stainless/gas appliances. THE BUILDING - &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;- exceptionally popular concrete low rise. Pet friendly. Steps to Main/Cambie/Canada Line. 2 parking stalls, 2 lockers.</p>]]></description>
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      <title>108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:51:56 -0700</pubDate>
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      <title>108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:51:31 -0700</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Condo</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/445" title="108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia">108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>STUNNING ONE OF A KIND CHARACTER APARTMENT AT &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;. THE SUITE - Almost 1,300 sq ft stretched across the West side of the building with a 400 sq ft private patio. All the character of a warehouse loft in a rock solid 8 year old concret e building. Fabulous living/entertaining space with high ceilings and open kitchen. 2 large well separated beds. 2 full baths. Office/den can be closed or opened right out (concertina doors) to expand the living space further. Finishes include reclaimed fir floors, exposed brick, shaker cabinets, granite counters and stainless/gas appliances. THE BUILDING - &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;- exceptionally popular concrete low rise. Pet friendly. Steps to Main/Cambie/Canada Line. 2 parking stalls, 2 lockers.</p>]]></description>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 14 May 2012 09:49:50 -0700</pubDate>
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      <title>1214 ISLAND PARK Walk, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 11:43:18 -0700</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Townhouse</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/447" title="1214 ISLAND PARK Walk, Vancouver West, British Columbia">1214 ISLAND PARK Walk, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>Unobstructed False Creek view! Overlooking Alder Bay, this WATERFRONT, top-floor TOWNHOUSE has the best outlook in the building! Situated directly in the centre of the building. It's as if you're sitting on top of the water. With windows on both the front and back of the suite, the rear outlook is equally beautiful, overlooking the courtyard garden and waterfall feature. Wood burning fireplace, HUGE master bedroom, TWO parking stalls, solarium, balcony overlooking the water, and new stainless steel appliances. This building was fully rainscreened in 2008 and is worry free. Bring your renovation ideas to this rarely available suite and turn it into your dream home! Open House Sat 12 May 2:30-4:30 and Sun 13 May from 12-2:00pm</p>]]></description>
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      <title>407 2628 YEW ST, Vancouver, BC</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 17:20:21 -0700</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Apartment</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/446" title="407 2628 YEW ST, Vancouver, BC">407 2628 YEW ST, Vancouver, BC</a></p><p>Luxury Penthouse at Kitsilano Arbutus Walk. Sought after building, S/E corner suite. 2 bedrooms + den. Walk-in closet/organizer. 2 bathrooms (4pc ensuite & 3pc) w/ European fixtures. Seamless glass shower & new membrane. In suite laundry. Open floor plan 1081 sq ft, 9ft ceilings, gas fireplace, 600 sq ft patio w/ glass railing, locker, visitor parking. Rosewood & travertine (marble) floor. Italian marble & tile in bathrooms. Cherry wood kitchen w/ deluxe stainless appliances. Stainless counter tops, granite sink & garborator. Polished nickel lights & bathroom fixtures. A/C, crown mouldings & baseboards. European style curtain system. Building was given 10+ for construction by seasoned building inspector. Pets & rentals allowed. </p>]]></description>
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      <title>108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 16:57:30 -0700</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Rampf Real Estate Group</dc:creator>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Condo</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/445" title="108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia">108 2515 ONTARIO Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>STUNNING ONE OF A KIND CHARACTER APARTMENT AT &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;. THE SUITE - Almost 1,300 sq ft stretched across the West side of the building with a 400 sq ft private patio. All the character of a warehouse loft in a rock solid 8 year old concret e building. Fabulous living/entertaining space with high ceilings and open kitchen. 2 large well separated beds. 2 full baths. Office/den can be closed or opened right out (concertina doors) to expand the living space further. Finishes include reclaimed fir floors, exposed brick, shaker cabinets, granite counters and stainless/gas appliances. THE BUILDING - &quot;ELEMENTS&quot;- exceptionally popular concrete low rise. Pet friendly. Steps to Main/Cambie/Canada Line. 2 parking stalls, 2 lockers.</p>]]></description>
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      <title>April 2012 Statistics </title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 02 May 2012 22:49:51 -0700</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Rampf Real Estate Group</dc:creator>
      <category domain="Community">Vancouver Real Estate</category>
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<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Home sale and listing activity has maintained a consistent pace on the Multiple Listing Service&reg; (MLS&reg;) in Greater Vancouver in recent months, which has helped create balanced conditions for the region&rsquo;s housing market.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver reached 2,799 on the Multiple Listing Service&reg; (MLS&reg;) in April 2012. This represents a 13.2 per cent decline compared to the 3,225 sales recorded in April 2011 and a decline of 2.6 per cent compared to the 2,874 sales in March 2012.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">April sales were the lowest total for the month in the region since 2001 and 16.9 per cent below the 10-year April sales average of 3,369.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">&ldquo;Although April sales were below what&rsquo;s typical for the month, we continue to see, with a sales-to-active listing ratio of nearly 17 per cent, a balanced relationship between buyer demand and seller supply in our marketplace,&rdquo; Eugen Klein, REBGV president said.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 6,056 in April 2012. This represents a 3.6 per cent increase compared to both March 2012 when 5,843 homes were listed and April 2011 when 5,847 homes were listed for sale on the region&rsquo;s MLS&reg;.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Last month&rsquo;s new listing total was 6.7 per cent above the 10-year average for listings in Greater Vancouver for April.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">At 16,538, the total number of homes listed for sale on the region&rsquo;s MLS&reg; increased 8.5 per cent in April compared to last month and increased 16 per cent from this time last year.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">&ldquo;Recent activity has had a stabilizing effect on home prices at the regional level, although pricing can vary depending on area and property type,&rdquo; Klein said &ldquo;To best understand conditions within your area of interest, it&rsquo;s important to do your homework and consult a local REALTOR&reg;.&rdquo;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">The MLS&reg; HPI benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver currently sits at $683,800, up 3.7 per cent compared to April 2011 and an increase of 2.8 per cent over the last three months. The benchmark price for all residential properties in the Lower Mainland is $612,000, which is a 3.4 per cent increase compared to April 2011 and a 2.6 per cent increase compared to three months ago.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Sales of detached properties on the MLS&reg; in April 2012 reached 1,126, a decline of 19.7 per cent from the 1,402 detached sales recorded in April 2011, and a 17.8 per cent decrease from the 1,370 units sold in April 2010. The benchmark price for detached properties increased 6.3 per cent from April 2011 to $1,064,800.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Sales of apartment properties reached 1,190 in April 2012, a decline of 0.9 per cent compared to the 1,201 sales in April 2011, and a decrease of 22 per cent compared to the 1,526 sales in April 2010.The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 1.1 per cent from April 2011 to $375,900.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Townhome property sales in April 2012 totalled 483, a decline of 22.3 per cent compared to the 622 sales in April 2011, and a 21.6 per cent decrease from the 616 townhome properties sold in April 2010. The benchmark price of a townhome unit increased 1.7 per cent between April 2011 and 2012 to $487,300.<br><br></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Arial;"><a style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank" href="http://listserv.realtorlink.ca/t/77393/727029/14011/0/"><strong>Download the complete stats package by clicking here.</strong></a></span></span><strong>&nbsp;<br><br><span style="color: #222222; font-weight: bold; text-align: center; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);">Additionally, our local market statistics can be found here:&nbsp;</span><a target="_blank" title="April 2012 Market Statistics" href="http://storage.ubertor.com/cl3443/content/document/17270.pdf" style="font-weight: bold; text-align: center; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);">&nbsp;April 2012 Market Statistics</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-weight: bold; text-align: center; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969); font-size: medium;">&nbsp;</span>&nbsp;</strong></p>
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      <title>3604 1111 ALBERNI Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:51:14 -0700</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Rampf Real Estate Group</dc:creator>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Condo</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/444" title="3604 1111 ALBERNI Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia">3604 1111 ALBERNI Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>The Shangri-la: Live in the heart of downtown Vancouver surrounded by everything you'll ever need. This air conditioned 36th floor NE CORNER suite features floor to ceiling windows with views of the North Shore Mountains, Coal Harbour, False Creek, and sweeping city views. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, office, over-height ceilings, and well equipped kitchen featuring Miele and Sub-Zero appliances, gas range, and granite counters. Upgraded with California Closets, power rollerblinds and built-in sound system. Relax by the outdoor pool this summer, visit the spa, and workout in the fitness centre. One underground parking stall and storage locker is included with this home. OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 14th 2:30-4:30pm.</p>]]></description>
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      <title>2781 15TH Ave W, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:50:13 -0700</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Rampf Real Estate Group</dc:creator>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>House</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/443" title="2781 15TH Ave W, Vancouver West, British Columbia">2781 15TH Ave W, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>Kitsilano home situated on a 33' x 122' sunny, RS5 zoned lot on a beautiful tree lined street. This well maintained holding/investment property is a revenue generator or build your new dream home. Electrical and plumbing have been redone, new vinyl sash windows throughout, detached garage, two hot water tanks and laundry on both levels. Steps to transit, shopping, Choices Market, and Starbucks. OPEN HOUSE Saturday April 14th from 2:30-4:30pm and Sunday April 15th from 12:00-2:00pm.</p>]]></description>
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      <title>503 1436 HARWOOD Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 14:48:39 -0700</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Rampf Real Estate Group</dc:creator>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>Condo</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/442" title="503 1436 HARWOOD Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia">503 1436 HARWOOD Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>Welcome to Harwood House on one of the prettiest streets in the West End. This spacious SW corner suite has a view to English Bay  and a delightful balcony for dining Al Fresco. Significantly renovated within the last two years with wide  plank hardwood flooring, stunning open plan kitchen with loads of additional cupboards, SS appliances, two renovated bathrooms and a huge master bedroom fit for a King Size bed.  Very pro-active building, boiler 2002, plumbing 2007 and new booster fan in-suite.  On site caretaker.  FAB Location!!</p>]]></description>
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      <title>2685 TRAFALGAR Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:24:58 -0700</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Rampf Real Estate Group</dc:creator>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>I just finished uploading this <i>House</i> for sale, <a href="http://www.mikerampf.com/441" title="2685 TRAFALGAR Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia">2685 TRAFALGAR Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia</a></p><p>TWO LEGAL LOTS! This Kitsilano 62x122' corner lot is situated on a beautiful tree lined street and is only steps to everything Kits has to offer. Safeway, Broadway shops, Connaught Park, Kits beach, and transit. Located in the Kitsilano Secondary catchment this well maintained DUPLEX home features two side-by side suites and has been updated in recent years. Huge sun soaked deck, detached double garage, and above ground swimming pool for the family. Sitting tall on the hill this home features views of the North Shore Mountains from the top floor. OPEN HOUSE Saturday/Sunday April 14/15th 2:30-4:30</p>]]></description>
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      <title>March 2012 Statistics </title>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:12:51 -0700</pubDate>
      <dc:creator>Rampf Real Estate Group</dc:creator>
      <category domain="Community">Vancouver Real Estate</category>
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      <description><![CDATA[<h1 style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; text-align: center; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);">Increased selection helps maintain balance in Greater Vancouver housing market</h1>
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<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Home sales in March trended below the 10-year average in Greater Vancouver while home listing activity outpaced what&rsquo;s typical for the month.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver reached 2,874 on the Multiple Listing Service&reg; (MLS&reg;) in March 2012. This represents a 12.9 per cent increase compared to the 2,545 sales recorded in February 2012, a decline of 29.6 per cent compared to the 4,080 sales in March 2011 and an 8.4 per cent decline compared to the 3,137 home sales in March 2010.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">March sales in Greater Vancouver were the second lowest total for the month in the region since 2002 and were 16.8 per cent below the 10-year sales average for the month.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">&ldquo;Home sellers have been more active than buyers the first few months of the year, but we continue to see a relative balance in the total supply of homes for sale and current demand in the marketplace,&rdquo; Eugen Klein, REBGV president said.&nbsp;</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 5,843 in March 2012. This represents a 5.2 per cent increase compared to February when 5,552 homes were listed and a 14 per cent decline compared to March 2011 when 6,797 homes were listed for sale on the region&rsquo;s MLS&reg;.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Last month&rsquo;s new listing total was 4.5 per cent above the 10-year average for listings in Greater Vancouver for March.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">At 15,236, the total number of residential property listings on the MLS&reg; increased 8.4 per cent in March compared to last month and increased 16 per cent from this time last year.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">&ldquo;The total number of properties for sale in Greater Vancouver has increased each month since December, which means there&rsquo;s more selection to choose from as we enter what&rsquo;s traditionally the busiest season of the year in our market,&rdquo; Klein said.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">The MLS&reg; HPI benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver currently sits at $679,000, up 5.3 per cent compared to March 2011 and an increase of 1.1 per cent compared to February 2012. The benchmark price for all residential properties in the Lower Mainland is $607,700, an increase of 4.8 per cent compared to March 2011.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Sales of detached properties on the MLS&reg; in March 2012 reached 1,183, a decline of 34.1 per cent from the 1,795 detached sales recorded in March 2011, and an 11.5 per cent decrease from the 1,336 units sold in March 2010. The benchmark price for detached properties increased 9.2 per cent from March 2011 to $1,056,400.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Sales of apartment properties reached 1,191 in March 2012, a decline of 26.6 per cent compared to the 1,622 sales in March 2011, and a decrease of 4.9 per cent compared to the 1,252 sales in March 2010.The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 2.2 per cent from March 2011 to $375,100.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-family: Arial;">Townhome property sales in March 2012 totalled 500, a decline of 24.6 per cent compared to the 663 sales in March 2011, and an 8.9 per cent decrease from the 549 townhome properties sold in March 2010. The benchmark price of a townhome unit increased 0.9 per cent between March 2011 and 2012 to $480,900.<br><br></span><strong><span style="font-size: medium;"><a style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank" href="http://listserv.realtorlink.ca/t/74784/727029/12800/0/"><span style="font-family: Arial;">Download the complete stats package by clicking here.</span></a></span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: medium;">&nbsp;<br><br><span style="color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; text-align: center; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);">Additionally, our local market statistics can be found here: </span><a href="http://storage.ubertor.com/cl3443/content/document/17114.pdf" style="font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; text-align: center; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.917969);">&nbsp;March 2012 Market Statistics</a>&nbsp;</span></span></p>
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