Pros and Cons of Selling a Home Independently in BC
Almost every person who has set out to sell a home has once thought of doing it independently, without a Realtor® , and probably many have done so. However, as tempting as saving on those real estate fees might sound, you need to understand what you are signing up...
3 Tips for Buying a Vancouver Home in 2019
This year might be a good time for you to find your ideal home in Vancouver or the Tri-Cities and, probably, at the ideal price as well. So, if you are looking to become a homeowner this year, then these set of tips will surely make your way easier – 1. Hiring the...
Mortgage Stress Test Benchmark Set to Move Higher
With the new mortgage rules having taken effect in January 1st of this year, alongside the growing housing prices, household debt, and higher interest rates, another mortgage stress test benchmark has also arrived in Canada. If you are thinking about applying for a...
4 Simple Things You Can do to Help Sell Your Home
Selling your home can be an exciting, yet also an extremely busy time. With a lengthily to do list, which includes prepping your home for potential buyer traffic, it is definitely a good idea to know a few tricks that can help you sell your home. In fact, there are...
5 Easy Ways to Stage your Home to Sell
Thinking about putting your home on the market this spring or summer? If you have plans to sell your home, it is likely that you have already begun thinking about how you will go about this process. With many decision hopefully already out of the way, you can now...
Is There a Good Time of the Year to Sell your Home?
Have you been looking for the right time to sell your home?? Well, there are many important details to consider when finding the perfect time to do so - beginning with the ideal time of year to list your home. With that said, now that it is officially spring time,...
Vancouver Suburbs are Selling Fast
...especially in the condo market. When you think of the booming housing market across Canada, you are likely to think about certain major cities across the country. With one of them being, Vancouver - many residents and new homeowners have as a result, decided to...
Canadian Real Estate Marketing Trends in 2018
As a potential home buyer, it is important to be aware of all things related to the Canadian housing market. Where are prices headed in 2018? What will you be able to afford? While these are certainly key questions in your search for a new home, another area of...
Does the Real Estate Market Slow Down at Christmas?
If you haven’t already heard, the Canadian real estate market has been continued to surge, with Vancouver and Toronto leading this charge. Well, if you have been following the current real estate climate across Canada, then perhaps you might be wondering when this...
Is the Vancouver Property Market Still Boosted by Foreign Buyers?
With the introduction of the foreign homebuyer’s tax last August (2016), there were differing opinions on how exactly this would impact the Vancouver property market. For example, some speculated that this would dramatically impact the soaring housing prices that had...
What The Latest Interest Rate Hike Means to You
There are 3 categories of home ownership, each has its benefits and drawbacks. Which type will work best for your needs and your lifestyle.
Realtor Fees – What are you really paying for?
it is important that it is “best in class”, remembering that you only get one chance to make a first impression
Types of Home Ownership
There are 3 categories of home ownership, each has its benefits and drawbacks. Which type will work best for your needs and your lifestyle.
Things to keep in mind when you are selling your house
it is important that it is “best in class”, remembering that you only get one chance to make a first impression
Mortgage Glossary
Amortization period: The actual number of years it will take to pay back your mortgage loan. Appraised value: An estimate of the value of the property, conducted for the purpose of mortgage lending by a certified appraiser. Assumability: Allows the buyer to take over...
Suggested Questions For Listing Agents
How long have you been selling real estate? How many homes have you sold in my area? How familiar are you with my area? How long do your listings take to sell? Where is your office located? What educational designations have you received and how many Further Education...

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