February 14th, 2017
As overall price increases flatline in Vancouver’s more regulated housing market, assignment sales of uncompleted highrise condos – which are exempt from B.C. assignment and foreign-buyer tax regulations – might … [read more]
February 13th, 2017
Spring is one of the best times to sell your home because it is when most buyers start their search. But even if you are putting your home on the … [read more]
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February 13th, 2017
Almost everyone has watched at least one of those fix and flip shows about buying a home to fix it up and sell it at a profit. But just watching … [read more]
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February 9th, 2017
The internet can teach you about almost any topic that you want to learn about. Therefore, it can be a great resource to help you become an expert on real … [read more]
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February 9th, 2017
Ever wonder why two people can look at the same room, but have a completely different experience, or come up with opposite design styles and solutions? It all has to … [read more]
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February 9th, 2017
In today’s active real estate market, you may be required to make a decision on buying your dream home sooner than what you’re comfortable with as another family could be … [read more]
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February 8th, 2017
Looking to buy your first home? Struggling to make sense of an avalanche of new terminology? You’re not alone. Taking your first foray into the world of real estate can … [read more]
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February 8th, 2017
In this segment of our renting vs. owning series we are looking at renting a decent-sized home versus purchasing a decent-sized home. Specifically we are discussing whether small families, those … [read more]
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February 8th, 2017
If you’re considering selling your house, a home inspection can help you zero in on problems that you may need to fix before putting it on the market. Home buyers … [read more]
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February 7th, 2017
Most people shy away from house hunting on a rainy day. What I say is don’t stay inside just because of a little rain, go and check out the inventory! … [read more]
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February 7th, 2017
House hunting is an exciting process, but after a while it can start to become overwhelming. There are so many different aspects to consider when looking for a new home. … [read more]
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February 6th, 2017
Whether you have outgrown your house, learned of a new job opportunity or do not like the neighborhood anymore, your search is underway for a new place to live. Instead … [read more]
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February 6th, 2017
If you’re new to financial markets, the thought of jumping right in and taking all your savings with you may seem like a terrifying leap. There are frequently stories about … [read more]
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February 4th, 2017
There are a total of 77 condos for sale as of February 4, 2017 in Burnaby Metrotown area. There are 11 new listings for condos for sale in Burnaby Metrotown … [read more]
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February 4th, 2017
Five takeaways from RBC’s national housing health report. Sellers’ markets Nation-wide, sales-to-new listings ratios climbed to the point of favouring sellers in 2016 and sales trended downward as the year … [read more]
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February 2nd, 2017
Buying a home is a big financial (and life!) step, and if you’ve never done it before, it can feel overwhelming. Diving straight into the murky waters of mortgage rates … [read more]
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February 1st, 2017
British Columbia’s premier has announced her government is amending its tax on foreigners buying property in Metro Vancouver. Christy Clark says the levy will be lifted for those who have … [read more]
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January 31st, 2017
While everyone needs a place to live, it may be better to rent a house as opposed to buying in some situations. However, there are also many good reasons to … [read more]
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January 30th, 2017
Searching for a new place to live with your family requires a lot of planning. You may need to consider safety, recreational opportunities and schools. These four ways of finding … [read more]
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January 30th, 2017
In the past few years I have noticed many companies using automation as a way for prospective buyers or renters to see a property. This approach can be fraught with … [read more]
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January 30th, 2017
While home sales across the Lower Mainland slowed in the last half of 2016 in response to government initiatives such as the introduction of the 15% foreign buyers tax and … [read more]
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January 28th, 2017
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. is not removing the red flag it raised three months ago for the housing market, saying there is still strong overall evidence of problematic market … [read more]
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