How to Create A Home Inventory for Homeowner Safety
February 3rd, 2018
When moving into a new home, one of the most important things you should do is create a home inventory. In the event that somewhere down the road, your valuables … [read more]
February 3rd, 2018
When moving into a new home, one of the most important things you should do is create a home inventory. In the event that somewhere down the road, your valuables … [read more]
February 3rd, 2018
If you’re considering buying a fixer, or a gorgeous one-story home that would be even better with two stories, have fun with the dreaming and designing, but don’t forget the … [read more]
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February 3rd, 2018
For months now, economists have been saying that the Canadian real estate market is heading towards a “soft landing,” as higher interest rates and new mortgage rules coax prices down … [read more]
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February 3rd, 2018
The Metro Vancouver housing market remained stable in January with the average home price rising 0.6%, compared with December, to $1,056,500. This came as sales fell 9.8%, compared with December, … [read more]
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February 2nd, 2018
Whether you’re a beginning investor or a seasoned pro, it’s essential to occasionally back up and look at the real estate market from the 30,000 foot level. It’s very tempting … [read more]
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February 2nd, 2018
Embarking on your very first real estate purchase? Being a prepared home buyer will help you make informed decisions during the buying process, and can give you a competitive edge … [read more]
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February 2nd, 2018
Attached and apartment homes are in demand across Metro Vancouver while detached home buyers are facing less competition today. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential … [read more]
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February 2nd, 2018
There’s no slowing demand for condos in Metro Vancouver’s hot market, at least for now. According to two Vancouver realtors, the market continues to show its strength, despite stricter mortgage … [read more]
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February 1st, 2018
At the end of November 2017, the average price for a detached home in the City of Toronto was just over $1 million, at $1,088,200. According to MLS stats for … [read more]
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February 1st, 2018
Arguably the most integral facet of selling a home is showing it to interested buyers, but not everybody realizes how much attention to detail is actually required. Chris Messecar, a … [read more]
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February 1st, 2018
Record Volume Purpose-built rental apartments are a hot topic these days as politicians continue to seek to be seen to be doing something about housing affordability. Preliminary year-end numbers from … [read more]
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January 31st, 2018
Buying your first home creates a mix of emotions. You might feel excited when you begin, but that might morph into complete relief the day you move in and the … [read more]
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January 31st, 2018
House hunting is an exciting process, especially when it’s your first home. While it may feel stressful and overwhelming at times, there are ways to make the search easier. Here … [read more]
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January 31st, 2018
2017 was a year of record highs and worry-inducing lows for the Canadian real estate market. Huge demand pushed prices up to an all-time high in April, before Ontario’s Fair … [read more]
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January 31st, 2018
Problematic conditions remain a key concern in Metro Vancouver’s housing market. As of the end of September 2017, the hot market continued to experience significant imbalances, with strong evidence of … [read more]
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January 30th, 2018
You probably have a general idea of what a condo is. The Condominium, also known as a condo are simply real estate properties which are divided into units amongst various … [read more]
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January 30th, 2018
According to the National Association of REALTORS®’ 2017 Profile of Home Staging, 38 percent of buyers agents acknowledged that staging had a positive impact on home value—but only if the … [read more]
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January 30th, 2018
Runaway Metro Vancouver condominium sales were projected to take a hit this month from more expensive mortgages. But it appears that many buyers missed that memo. The Bank of Canada … [read more]
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January 30th, 2018
There’s never a dull day in real estate. Last year started off with a big nervous question : Will the Canadian housing market crash? In 2018, the new year started … [read more]
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January 29th, 2018
In the typical real estate transaction, the buyer is the one to order a home inspection. But sellers, too, can request a professional assessment of their home before putting it … [read more]
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January 29th, 2018
If you want to buy a home this year, you may be in the midst of planning—or perhaps you’re already well on your way. Purchasing a home is a process … [read more]
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January 29th, 2018
Last year was a blockbuster for Canada’s real estate developers after work began on the most homes in a decade amid soaring demand nationwide. Construction started on 219,675 units, according … [read more]
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