When you’re shopping for a new car or anything else that impacts you personally, you probably have two little voices chatting in your head. The first is saying, “This is what I want.”...
January 2022 Market Update
Low supply keeps upward pressure on home prices across Metro Vancouver’s housing market. The first month of 2022 saw home sales come down from last year’s record-setting pace, while low supply...
Fire Safety Checks You Should Do at Least Once a Year
Chances are, you know that you should change the batteries in your smoke detectors at least once a year — even if you suspect the batteries are still good.
But that isn’t the only fire safety...
Listing Before a Repair or Fix-Up is Done?
If you’re thinking of selling your home, you may have walked through it and discovered that you’ve been ignoring work that needs to be done to make your home look its best. For example, you...
Getting an Early Start on Selling your Home
You’ve probably heard the expression, “The early-bird gets the worm.” It refers, of course, to those who get in early and reap the rewards. For example, if you arrive early to a retail...
DECEMBER 2021 MARKET UPDATE
Metro Vancouver home sales set a record in 2021. Home sales reached an all-time high in 2021 as housing needs remained a top priority for residents in the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Leverage the Power of “Done” to Achieve Goals
During a marathon, organizers typically set up signs along the route to indicate distances completed. For example, one might say, “You’ve just finished 4K!” They do that for two reasons:...
Showcase your Home With the Right Lighting
The top retail store chains invest heavily in creating just the right lighting to make their products look great. Why? They know that lighting makes a measureable difference to sales.
The same is true when...
5 Ways to Re-Energize in Just 5 Minutes
December tends to be a busy month for most people. It’s all-too-easy to feel drained and even burned-out. Unfortunately, you may not have the luxury of time to relax with a good book or go to a yoga...
NOVEMBER 2021 MARKET UPDATE
Home sales activity remains up, listings down across Metro Vancouver’s housing market.
As we near the end of 2021, home buyer demand remains in excess of long-term averages and the supply of homes...
October 2021 Market Update
Metro Vancouver home buyers compete for fewer home listings in October.
Home sale activity continues to outpace what’s typical for this time of year and the pool of homes available for sale is in...
Selling your Home? Choose the Right Photos
They say a picture speaks a thousand words. That’s certainly true in real estate. Sure, property descriptions are vitally important, but photos are essential. Especially these days, when so many people...
DIY-Friendly Bathroom Makeovers
Want to make your bathroom look fantastic without having to do a major renovation? There are a lot of projects you can do yourself. In fact, there are some improvements you can get done in less than a day...
Conquering the Fear of Paying too Much for a Home
You’ve heard of “buyer’s regret”. It refers to purchasing a pricey item, like a fancy sweater or a new car, and then regretting it the next day because you think you paid too much....
September 2021 Market Update ~ Happy Thanksgiving!
Elevated home sale activity continues to outstrip the supply of homes for sale in Metro Vancouver. If you are looking to buy, sell or have questions about real estate, please give me a call.
Victor...
Beware of Over-Downsizing or Over-Upsizing
Buying a new pair of shoes is relatively easy. Once you find the style you like, all you need to do is try them on and see if they fit. If they do, you go to the cash register and pay.
When it comes to...
What to Watch for when Viewing an Older Home
Buying an older property definitely has its advantages. The neighbourhood will already be well-established, so you’ll be able to get a sense of the community. The trees will be grown. The area will...
August 2021 Market Update
While home buyers have remained active in Metro Vancouver throughout the summer, the supply of homes for sale has declined steadily since June.
If you are looking to buy, sell or have questions about real...
The Latest in Kitchen Fire Prevention – What You Need to Know
More fires start in the kitchen than in any other room. These fires can be expensive; since even a minor incident, with no injuries, can result in significant damage. That’s why it’s important...
2021 Election Real Estate Platform Guide
In case you're wondering what are the platforms for housing of all parties this election, we have gathered a list below:
If you want to learn how this election impacts the real estate market, please contact...