August 25th, 2019
When you’re renovating your home, you already have a checklist of items to complete. And if you bought a fixer-upper, it’s probably an extensive list. However, there are other tasks … [read more]
August 25th, 2019
Mounting economic headwinds are contributing to slower prime property price growth in key cities around the world and leading policymakers in developed and emerging markets alike to cut interest rates. … [read more]
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August 25th, 2019
My mom insisted we go outside and play every day, no matter what the weather. We might have grumbled about it on cold and rainy days, but once we were … [read more]
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August 24th, 2019
We all love “shiny and new” — and newly-built single-family homes are downright irresistible. And when the existing home inventory is limited, and consumers have confidence in the market, a … [read more]
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August 24th, 2019
Buying your first home is one of life’s biggest decisions. It can also be one of the most stressful. Knowing what types of mortgages are available can help you make … [read more]
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August 24th, 2019
With home sales making a significant year-over-year jump in the Lower Mainland in July, residential transactions for the whole of BC followed suit, according to stats released August 13 by … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2019
Moving is never easy, but when you have to move quickly, it can feel like a much more difficult task. With that in mind, we’ve brought you four tips on … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2019
I will be hosting an Open House (by appt) on Sunday August 25th, 2:00-4:00 pm at #1400 – 4830 Bennett St. This is an opportunity to visit this functional 1092 … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2019
I will be hosting an Open House on Saturday August 24th, 2:00-4:00 pm at 7130 Kitchener St. This is an opportunity to visit this functional 1986 sqft, a 3 bdrm … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2019
Analysts keep using the s-word to describe the Canadian housing market. No, not that word. Housing analysts are calling attention to the market’s stability. Case in point : the latest … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2019
Taking a quick look at Greater Vancouver’s detached-home market last month, you might have the creeping sensation that the market is at risk of overheating (yet again). After all, as … [read more]
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August 22nd, 2019
Pros and Cons of Paying Off Your Home Mortgage Early When you buy your first home, you soon learn that life is all about making the right financial decisions. Everything … [read more]
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August 22nd, 2019
As your family grows, it’s important to create an environment that’s conducive to creating lasting experiences and memories. That’s why you should ensure your family has a comfortable and spacious … [read more]
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August 22nd, 2019
If you thought the unanticipated uplift in Lower Mainland home resales last month was an anomaly, consider this : the slumping presale sector also seemed to experience a transaction surge … [read more]
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August 21st, 2019
Are you shopping for a home to call your own? Most likely, you’re looking for your dream home that will last forever. But the results of your search have been … [read more]
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August 21st, 2019
Lower Mainland homebuyers will have fewer brand new pre-sale condo units to choose from in August, a new monthly forecast suggests. MLA Advisory, the research branch of real estate marketing … [read more]
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August 21st, 2019
A Bloomberg study has found Canada to be one of the nations at greatest risk of a housing downturn, but Royal Bank of Canada CEO David McKay asserted that the … [read more]
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August 20th, 2019
More homes on the market throughout late 2019 feature high-tech and luxury items than ever before. Things like smart thermostats and HVAC systems, self-cleaning pools, surveillance cameras, finger-print locks, home … [read more]
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August 20th, 2019
Just Listed #1400 – 4830 Bennett St Burnaby Welcome to The Balmoral – a quality residence designed by Hamilton Doyle Architect. This 2 bdrm corner suite has been pristinely maintained. … [read more]
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August 20th, 2019
Mortgage stress testing did more than just make it tougher for many Canadians to purchase a home — it also eroded their confidence in the housing market. But Canadians seem … [read more]
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August 20th, 2019
Metro Vancouver residential sales took an unexpected leap in July, making the month the second-strongest month for resale activity so far this year and defying the usual summer lull. There … [read more]
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August 19th, 2019
Even if you have well-paid, well-behaved tenants settled into all of your properties, the time will come when someone moves out and you will have to go through the entire … [read more]
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