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REBGV April 2012 Statistics
May 2nd, 2012
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) Released their April 2012 Statistics Today:
Greater Vancouver housing market maintains a steady spring pace
Home sale and listing activity has maintained a consistent pace on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver in recent months, which has helped create balanced conditions for the region’s housing market.
REBGV reports ...
Greater Vancouver housing market maintains a steady spring pace
Home sale and listing activity has maintained a consistent pace on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver in recent months, which has helped create balanced conditions for the region’s housing market.
REBGV reports ...
"10 Things Your Real Estate Agent Won't Tell You" Article
March 11th, 2012
I recently came across this article called "10 Things Your Real Estate Agent Won’t Tell You" on Yahoo, and it might be worth a read.
Keep in mind a few things: as it is American, some of the issues are not the same as in Canada. While it is always critical to deal with an agent you trust, don't be afraid to call REBGV (Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver) if you are unsure if something you ...
Keep in mind a few things: as it is American, some of the issues are not the same as in Canada. While it is always critical to deal with an agent you trust, don't be afraid to call REBGV (Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver) if you are unsure if something you ...
RE/MAX Bursary Now Accepting Applicants
February 20th, 2012
Do you
What is the RE/MAX Quest for Excellence?
The Quest for Excellence Program is a bursary program for grade 12 students in Western Canada. It was established by RE/MAX of Western Canada to recognize the s ...BC New Housing Tax Rebate Increase
February 17th, 2012
The BC Finance Minister announced today new transitional measure to help buyers of new homes (not resale) pay less tax until HST is officially repealed in April 2013. Basically, the BC New Housing theshold will be increased to $850,000, effective April 1st, 2012. You could now qualify for a BC HST rebate of up to $42,500 on the purchase of a new home. This will remain in effect for one year ...
"Greening" Your Home? Check Out the LiveSmart BC Program
February 13th, 2012Want to become more "green"? Thinking about renovating/upgrading to do so?
Unfortunately, you may have heard the Canadian ecoEnergy Retrofit program (as part of Canada's Economic Action Plan) has now come to a close. But if you missed it, there are still other financial incentives out there for you. The LiveSmart BC program is still in full swing and could save you over $7000 in rebates to ma ...
Home Owner Grant Change
January 5th, 2012
Earlier this week, January 3rd, 2012, the Minister of Finance announced that due to the rise in property values the threshold for the Home Owner Grant will increase to $1,285,000 (from $1,150,000).
As you are probably aware, to qualify for the Basic Home Owner Grant you must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant and ordinarily reside in the province. You must be the registered owner or ...
As you are probably aware, to qualify for the Basic Home Owner Grant you must be a Canadian citizen or landed immigrant and ordinarily reside in the province. You must be the registered owner or ...
New Year Outlook
January 2nd, 2012
Happy New Year!
Wondering what 2012 means for Vancouver real estate? Sure, none of us has a crystal ball and cannot see the future... but we can take a look at market trends, economic factors, and make some educated predictions. Overall, things are looking good and stable.
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Wondering what 2012 means for Vancouver real estate? Sure, none of us has a crystal ball and cannot see the future... but we can take a look at market trends, economic factors, and make some educated predictions. Overall, things are looking good and stable.
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Annual REALTORS Care Blanket Drive
November 28th, 2011
It is upon us, the 17th Annual REALTORS Care Blanket Drive
Once again, from November 28th to December 6th, we will be collecting blankets, sleeping bags, warm clothing, hats, gloves, scarves, new socks, new underwear, tarps, bus tickets, and razors and shaving cream for interviews.
If you have any donations, you may drop them off at our office at 101-2609 Westview Drive, North Vancouver (in ...
Once again, from November 28th to December 6th, we will be collecting blankets, sleeping bags, warm clothing, hats, gloves, scarves, new socks, new underwear, tarps, bus tickets, and razors and shaving cream for interviews.
If you have any donations, you may drop them off at our office at 101-2609 Westview Drive, North Vancouver (in ...
Returns on Renovations
September 6th, 2011Are you thinking about doing some renovations before you list your home for sale?
Renovations can be a good way to add value, but be careful how you spend your money. Make sure to keep renovations and improvements general and suitable to your neighbourhood and surrounding homes. As you know, kitchens and bathrooms sell homes (and generally provide a return between 75 and 100%) but interior a ...