July 8th, 2016
Some home owners are beginning to see value in spick-and-span listings. But are appraisers on board? Jennifer Chateauvert of San Jose, Calif., insists that two weeks of deep cleaning is … [read more]
July 8th, 2016
The key to home buying success is preparation. This is especially true in the summer months when the market heats up and competition gets fierce. With a little prep-work, home … [read more]
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July 8th, 2016
The latest research by a BC-based academic argued that the long-running upward trend in home prices in Canada’s most active real estate markets could be attributed to the marked increase … [read more]
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July 7th, 2016
Whether you are a real estate agent or an individual wanting to sell your home fast at your desired price, there’re some things you can do to get quick responses … [read more]
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July 6th, 2016
Selling your home is a long journey, but it doesn’t end with accepting an offer. Unless your buyer is paying in cash, the lender is going to want to make … [read more]
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July 5th, 2016
You made the investment and bought a house, but now it’s time to sell it. Whether you’re looking for a different atmosphere, moving for work, or accounting for any number … [read more]
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July 5th, 2016
There wasn’t much of an official reaction from the Real Estate Council of B.C. to Premier Christy Clark’s announcement this week that it will no longer be allowed to regulate … [read more]
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July 4th, 2016
When you’re purchasing a brand new condo, it’s important to know that there are additional costs to consider in addition to the price of the home. While the points below … [read more]
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July 4th, 2016
If you’ve sold a home before, you’ve probably been told to keep your home ready to be shown at all times. But how can you keep a home show-ready with … [read more]
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July 4th, 2016
VANCOUVER — Researchers in British Columbia say they’ve found empirical evidence linking immigration to real estate prices for the first time. A study spearheaded by business professor Andrey Pavlov of … [read more]
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July 3rd, 2016
Missed appointments, the impersonal nature of modern real estate transactions, scheduling struggles, and sellers lingering during showings are just a few of the common gripes from buyers and sellers, according … [read more]
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July 1st, 2016
Is it possible to buy a bigger home without having to pay big bucks? Realtor.com® offers some tips to potential buyers who are looking for a larger home on a … [read more]
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June 30th, 2016
Moving experts recently shared with realtor.com® some of their most creative tips and tricks for helping home owners pack up their belongings. Glasses and cups : Insert a stemware into … [read more]
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June 30th, 2016
Baby boomers and others aged 55 or older, comprising up to several million current home owners, say they plan to move to rental units in the next few years, according … [read more]
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June 29th, 2016
A home inspection not only allows buyers to learn more about their home, it also helps them uncover any potential problems. Curbed.com recently featured a 14-point checklist to help home … [read more]
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June 29th, 2016
It’s the final step in your home purchase or sale, the closing. In the most simple terms, a mortgage closing transfers ownership of the home from the seller to the … [read more]
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June 28th, 2016
With the warmer weather being a favourite time for repairs, renovations and landscaping, it’s worth looking at how these jobs can be done safely. It’s easy to take many of … [read more]
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June 28th, 2016
Buying a new home today is one of the most stressful activities that families and individuals face in our fast-paced world where decisions are made instantly and as easily as … [read more]
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June 27th, 2016
I work in one of the most competitive markets in the country and have seen how frustrated buyers can become. After seeing a few horror stories myself, here are five … [read more]
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June 26th, 2016
Bidding wars are heating up across the country as buyer demand continues to offset the number of homes for sale. Buyer competition is even affecting towns that rarely see bidding … [read more]
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June 25th, 2016
Buying a home is one of the most expensive decisions you will ever make. Out of all the homes on the market, how can you be sure to select the … [read more]
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June 24th, 2016
With growing numbers of buyers finding it difficult to purchase the home of their dreams due to a combination of limited inventories and rising prices, more are turning to fixer-uppers … [read more]
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