If you’ve ever run a marathon, or watched one, you’ve probably noticed that no one quits at the beginning. They don’t quit near the end either. If anything, they run faster! So, at what...

If you’re selling your home, your window treatments – curtains, blinds, etc. – will often be included with the property. They are an important selling feature. So, when a prospective buyer...

Do you know what causes the most common source of stress when selling your home? Is it scheduling buyer viewings? Is it the length of time it takes for your property to sell? Is it an offer that falls through?...

November home sales outpace seasonal norms and long-term averages

Home buyer demand has been at near record levels in our region since the summer. This is putting upward pressure on home prices, particularly...

For some people, selling a home can be an emotional roller-coaster ride. In addition to the process of selling your property, buying a new one, and moving, you’re also saying goodbye to a neighbourhood...

Imagine your coffee maker switching on by itself, staying on for hours, overheating and becoming a fire hazard. That’s not science fiction. As more and more appliances incorporate WIFI, the opportunities...

If you’re thinking of selling your home and buying a new property, you might come across an opportunity to purchase a “fixer-upper”. In fact, the home might be priced based on its need...

Home sale and listing resurgence extends into the fall.

Home has been a focus for residents during the pandemic. With more days and evenings spent at home this year, people are re-thinking their housing...

When it comes to updating their living space, some homeowners enjoy doing the research and then planning, designing, and decorating on their own. Many believe they will save a substantial amount of money....

As you probably are with any financial investment, you should always be mindful of the value of your investment in property.

Aside from knowing its fair market price, you should also be aware of market...

When you’re looking for a new home, you want to find one in a great neighbourhood – or, at least, in a neighbourhood that is on the upswing. How can you tell if a particular area is improving?...

Home sales reached record levels in September.

While the pace of new MLS® listings entering the market is increasing, the heightened demand from home buyers is keeping overall supply levels limited....

It’s a good idea to clean or replace your home’s air filters and screens at least once a year to help keep your indoor environment safe from mould, dust mites and other allergens.

But don’t...

What do you notice when you visit a model home in a new development? Often, you will find wonderfully furnished and decorated rooms that anyone could live in.

The operative word here is “anyone”....

Low-interest rates and limited overall supply of homes for sale are creating competition in today’s housing market.

To understand what's happening in the real estate market during these times, please...

Let’s face it. If you’re selling your home, you probably don’t want to spend the time or money on a complete landscaping project. Luckily, you probably don’t need to. There are a...

If you haven’t heard of “staging”, it’s a fairly straightforward concept. It simply involves cleaning, organizing and preparing your home in such a way as to make it look its best...

As the summer stretches on, and your patio furnishings start to show the signs of use, you may want to try these simple ways of restoring them to their original lustre.

Before trying any of these techniques,...

Homebuyer and seller activity in Metro Vancouver exceeded historical levels in July.

To understand what's happening in the real estate market during these times, please give me a call.

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Your neighbourhood has a lot of features that can help you sell your home faster. Unfortunately, buyers don’t usually notice those features just by driving around. So, you need to make sure they get...