Imagine if you dreamed of owning a special limited-edition vehicle. What would you do to ensure that your dream vehicle would someday be parked in your driveway - with your name on the ownership papers?...
Low-Cost Storage Hacks for Creating More Space
Comedian George Carlin’s most memorable routine was, “A place for my stuff.” In it, he talked about dealing with the increasing quantity of items we accumulate throughout life.
George...
Market Update January 2019
Market Update December 2018
4 Ways to Make the Home Hunting Process Easier
Shopping for a new home can be intimidating. With so many things to do and think about, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Here are some good tips for making...
Doorways to Better Living Spaces
When people renovate or remodel a room, they almost always overlook the door. However, changing the style of an interior door, or adding a new one, can dramatically change the look of a living space - often...
Light Your Way to a Faster Sale
Remember the last time you visited an upscale furniture showroom? The furniture and fixtures on display probably looked great. The colours and textures jumped out at you. It was a feast for the eyes!
There...
Speculation Tax
As you may be aware, the NDP government has introduced a speculation tax.
With this new tax system, all homeowners are required to file for an exemption, and if the homeowner misses the March 31 deadline,...
Cyber Safety for Computer Users of All Ages
No matter your age, if you use a computer - and especially the internet - you need to be savvy about security. Yet many users have no idea how vulnerable they might be to malicious thieves who can “hack...
Protecting Yourself from Charity Fraud
It’s evening, you just sat down for dinner, and the phone rings. It’s a call from a charity asking you to make a holiday season donation for the needy. You want to be generous, but something...
Affordable Staging Ideas
Remember the last time you walked through a furniture showroom? You probably noticed that the sofa, chairs, tables and other furnishings were arranged - or staged - to make them look more appealing. You...
Latest Housing Market Update
Metro Vancouver homes sales down across all property types
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver reports that residential home sales totalled 1,608 in the region in November 2018, a 42.5 per cent decrease...
Selecting the Right Mover
The last thing you want on moving day is a problem with the moving company. Ideally, you want them to show up on time, handle your possessions with care, and act professionally. Here are some tips that...
The ABC’s of Fire Safety
When it comes to home fire safety, a little preparation and precaution go a long way toward ensuring your family, your home, and your valuables are protected. Consider the following important information...
Characteristics of a Desirable Street
Sometimes you know a desirable street when you see one. For example, it’s obvious that a home on a cul-de-sac is enticing mainly because there isn’t any through traffic.
What are the other ...
LATEST HOUSING MARKET UPDATE
Home listings at four-year October high as sales remain below typical levels
Home listings at four-year October high as sales remain below typical levels
Home sale activity across Metro Vancouver remained...
Do You Know the Basics of Home Security?
Most people feel confident that they know the basics of home security. For example, they know to: keep all doors locked; have a light on in the house while away; and, never hide a key outside in an obvious...
The Importance of Reading and Understanding an Offer
When you make or receive an offer to buy a property, it’s important that you read and understand every clause. It is especially important to understand any conditions or any changes that are made...
When to Call a Real Estate Agent
If you’re like most people, you go to see a doctor when you’re not feeling well or have a health concern. However, you may also visit your doctor for a check-up, or to ask questions about healthy...
LATEST HOUSING MARKET UPDATE
More supply and less demand seen across Metro Vancouver housing market
The supply of homes for sale continued to increase across the Metro Vancouver housing market in September while home buyer demand remained...