June 15th, 2018
The Canadian housing market is starting to slip out of its spot as one of the most expensive markets in the world, according to a new report. As the market … [read more]
June 15th, 2018
Vancouver, BC – June 15, 2018. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that a total of 8,837 residential unit sales were recorded by the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) … [read more]
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June 14th, 2018
There is no one size fits all real estate investing strategy. Still, today’s market favors some strategies more than others. Your best approach is first understanding what is currently in … [read more]
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June 14th, 2018
I will be hosting an Open House on Saturday June 16th 2-4 pm at #302 – 7321 Halifax St Burnaby. This is an opportunity to visit this 992 sqft 2 … [read more]
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June 14th, 2018
To help prepare you for the home selling process, we’ve created a complete glossary of real estate terms. What’s the CMA of your home and does the buyer have a … [read more]
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June 14th, 2018
After a slow first quarter of condo pre-sales in Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley, sales are expected to pick up this summer as buyers head back into the market. In … [read more]
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June 13th, 2018
From flat-screen TVs to fireplaces, there are many luxuries that make up the dream list of most homeowners today. With Design Your Dream Home, Homes.com, instead of conducting a simple … [read more]
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June 13th, 2018
If they come, they might not buy it… It they buy it, they might not pay full price ….. Today’s residential market may be the hottest since 2007 when all … [read more]
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June 13th, 2018
Canadian home sales have been falling on a year-over-year basis ever since a new mortgage stress test was implemented in January. And while many industry watchers had predicted the market … [read more]
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June 13th, 2018
In May the Teranet–National Bank National Composite House Price IndexTM was up 1.0% from the previous month. This confirms the index stabilization following the downward trend that prevailed over the … [read more]
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June 12th, 2018
All winter you’ve probably been looking forward to summer. But, with summer, comes extreme heat, even “heat warnings” in Toronto. You can be ready for this with a simple checklist … [read more]
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June 12th, 2018
When it comes to selling a home, most folks believe they can do it on their own. Whether they’re trying to save money or simply want greater control over the … [read more]
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June 12th, 2018
Cooling demand in Metro Vancouver’s housing market allowed supply to accumulate in May, however, the amount of homes for sale still remain below long-term averages. In May, a total of … [read more]
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June 11th, 2018
When thinking about interior design and renovations, frugality does not often come to mind. After all, people want the biggest and the best, right? What is the point in upgrading … [read more]
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June 11th, 2018
Literally, there are millions of homes for sale nationwide at any given moment. With so many options available, finding the best house can be a huge challenge. The key to … [read more]
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June 11th, 2018
VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – Tougher mortgage qualification rules did not stop Vancouver-area home prices from heating up in May, posting double-digit gains driven by the condo market. The Real Estate … [read more]
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June 11th, 2018
The Canadian housing market certainly got off to a cooler start in 2018 than many had predicted. Home sales and prices have continued to drop on a year-over-year basis, leaving … [read more]
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June 10th, 2018
When it comes to break-ins, homes account for the majority of targets with businesses a close second. These crimes are often committed as the opportunity arises (with little planning), although … [read more]
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June 10th, 2018
Vancouver, BC – June 7, 2018. The BCREA Commercial Leading Indicator (CLI) declined for the first time in three years, falling 1.5 points in the first quarter of 2018 to … [read more]
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June 9th, 2018
France is thought of as the very height of sophistication and luxury. Parisians especially have a certain “je ne sais quoi.” From fashion to décor, the French are trendsetters and … [read more]
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June 9th, 2018
Apartments and condos do not have a lot of space that tenants can personalize. However, many units do include a balcony. Some are larger than others, though they all typically … [read more]
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June 8th, 2018
Moving? Use this expert two-month moving calendar to keep you organized. Did you know May is National Moving Month? May is the kick-off to the busiest moving season. In fact, … [read more]
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