February 14th, 2020
Baby boomers may no longer be the largest demographic group but with 73 million of them, they are the second-largest group of consumers. A big reason why the real estate … [read more]
February 14th, 2020
In a traditional sense, buying real estate is considered to be one of biggest relationship milestones for Canadians: you meet your partner, possibly get married, and decide to combine your … [read more]
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February 13th, 2020
If you’re buying new this year, your choice in homes may skew slightly smaller. That’s because, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), homes keep shrinking. In the … [read more]
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February 13th, 2020
Staging should be about uncovering a home’s beauty, not hiding its flaws. And while most people are honest about the condition of their home, some people try to employ staging … [read more]
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February 13th, 2020
Millennials own far less real estate than their predecessors, and it means an entire generation could have lower lifetime wealth, experts say. Data from the Federal Reserve shows that when … [read more]
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February 12th, 2020
Home inspections identify possible environmental, structural, and infestation problems that, if left uncorrected, could turn into dealbreakers. Certain items should always be on a home inspection checklist, and your particular … [read more]
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February 12th, 2020
First-time home buyer tips are something every person who is going to buy real estate for the first time should seek out and use to their advantage. For most people, … [read more]
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February 12th, 2020
Homes sales across the Vancouver region rose over 40 percent last month when compared to January 2019. But as sales continue to steadily improve following a long slump, a new … [read more]
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February 11th, 2020
Maintenance fees, or condo fees as they’re often referred, can be an annoyance for first time condo buyers and long-time condo owners : paying out additional fees each month on … [read more]
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February 11th, 2020
There’s the old saying in real estate, “Location, location, location.” If you’re the type of homebuyer who prefers to walk or bike instead of drive, or live just a few … [read more]
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February 11th, 2020
The residential market of Metro Vancouver started the new decade with a substantial jump in home sales; however, the current supply of dwellings up for grabs is becoming thin, according … [read more]
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February 10th, 2020
Homes that possess a “high curb appeal” tend to sell for more than those that don’t, fetching an average of 7% more than similar homes with a less inviting exterior, … [read more]
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February 10th, 2020
A third of first time buyers have been forced to ask their families or friends for financial assistance in order to buy a home, the National Association of Realtors has … [read more]
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February 10th, 2020
The Metro Vancouver residential real estate market has had a fairly strong start to the year, relative to the poor performance of one year previously, the Real Estate Board of … [read more]
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February 9th, 2020
Vancouver’s housing market maintained its position as the second most expensive in the world, according to the latest edition of the Annual Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey. Vancouver came in … [read more]
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February 8th, 2020
Curb appeal really does have a major impact on the return you’ll see at resale. Among the top 10 home improvement projects with the highest return on investment (ROI) in … [read more]
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February 7th, 2020
What can be better than having your own, private, and cozy space, a place that you can call your home? Without any doubt, having a bit of personal space is … [read more]
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February 7th, 2020
I will be hosting an Open House on Sunday February 9th, 2-4 pm at 13505 Crestview Dr Surrey. This is an opportunity to visit this renovated family home (approx 2169 … [read more]
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February 7th, 2020
Deciding to list your home can be a big decision. Maybe you’re looking to downsize or perhaps you need more space. Sometimes, divorce, death or a job relocation makes the … [read more]
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February 7th, 2020
Demand is beginning to outpace the supply of new homes coming on to the market in Metro Vancouver. Over the past few months, the ratio of the number of home … [read more]
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February 6th, 2020
As you begin your house hunting journey, the first step is to decide what type of home suits your needs and budget. Single-family homes are generally larger (and come with … [read more]
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February 6th, 2020
Just Listed – 13505 Crestview Dr Surrey Bright and Spacious 2169 sqft home on 7432 sqft lot in a family-oriented neighbourhood. Features open concept living/dining/kitchen layout, cozy gas fireplaces. Renovation … [read more]
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