How to Get A Mortgage Without A Full-Time Job
November 30th, 2017
When our parents were young and buying their first homes, the career expectations were simple: go to school, get a good job, work hard, and you’ll be rewarded for your … [read more]
November 30th, 2017
When our parents were young and buying their first homes, the career expectations were simple: go to school, get a good job, work hard, and you’ll be rewarded for your … [read more]
November 30th, 2017
Affordable housing has become a distant memory for many city dwellers. If you’ve used a mortgage affordability calculator and find you’re coming up short on what you’d like to buy, … [read more]
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November 30th, 2017
The trend of housing starts across Canada held steady last October following a decrease during the previous month, according to the latest figures from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). … [read more]
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November 30th, 2017
Vancouver, BC – November 30, 2016. The BCREA Commercial Leading Indicator (CLI) increased for a ninth consecutive quarter, rising 2 points in the third quarter of 2017 to 135.3. That … [read more]
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November 29th, 2017
Decorating and organizing your home with damage-free techniques is something we all can get behind. If you are a renter, you want to ensure you don’t damage your rental space … [read more]
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November 29th, 2017
Vancouver, BC – November 28, 2017. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) released its 2017 Fourth Quarter Housing Forecast today. Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) residential sales in the province … [read more]
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November 29th, 2017
Many new homeowners and first time buyers have something in common when it comes to DIY projects. They are anxious to get started making the home their own and bite … [read more]
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November 29th, 2017
The British Columbia Real Estate Association says home builders are responding to a lack of available homes by dramatically increasing multi-family housing starts. VANCOUVER — A real estate association watching … [read more]
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November 28th, 2017
Being a first-time home buyer can be overwhelming: Not only must you find an option that suites your family, neighbourhood and amenity needs (not to mention your budget), chances are … [read more]
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November 28th, 2017
If you are looking to purchase a home or sell a real estate property, having a skilled and experienced agent is essential. It can sometimes be hard to find; relying … [read more]
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November 28th, 2017
Metro Vancouver’s new condo supply is struggling to keep up with demand in 2017. Available inventory for new condos in the region equated to less than one month’s supply during … [read more]
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November 27th, 2017
So you finally found a home of your dreams but the big ‘F’ is the problem. You have no idea where you will get the money. Your credit history is … [read more]
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November 27th, 2017
‘Tis the season to be house hunting. Yep, you heard us right; if you’re looking to score a deal on your dream home, the end of the year is a … [read more]
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November 27th, 2017
Urban starts are up 2.5% boosted by a 12.5% rise in multi-unit homes OTTAWA — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts ticked higher in … [read more]
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November 25th, 2017
Interior decorating can be a great deal of fun. Picking out patterns, comparing paint samples, finding that perfect lamp to compliment your furniture, and putting your personal touch on the … [read more]
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November 24th, 2017
High real estate prices and new mortgage rules designed to clamp down on risky lending have made it harder than ever for first-time buyers to own a home. So it’s … [read more]
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November 24th, 2017
When you are in the real estate business, selling homes is your top priority, but with the changing demographic of the population, you need to address and update your selling … [read more]
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November 24th, 2017
A continuing upswing in condominium apartment starts in suburban areas drove October housing starts in the Vancouver region up 186% year-over-year, according to Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation data released … [read more]
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November 23rd, 2017
Moving can be a daunting task for many people. There is a lot of packing involved and unpacking once you get to your new home; however, with proper planning, you … [read more]
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November 23rd, 2017
When you contact a real estate agent to sell your home, part of their job is to tell you what your house will likely sell for. They don’t pull that … [read more]
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November 23rd, 2017
Canadian home buyers should brace for an increasingly unaffordable housing market in the coming year, according to a new note from Scotiabank Economics. In the note, the Scotiabank Senior Economist … [read more]
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November 22nd, 2017
Buying a second home is a dream for many, whether that means finding a vacation home or adding an investment property to the portfolio. But buying a second home comes … [read more]
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