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It’s no secret the Vancouver real estate market has been known for its consistently increasing prices. In recent years, we’ve also been seeing huge year-over-year increases in sales of larger homes further from the downtown core, especially homes with great outdoor spaces. This has continued throughout the pandemic and doesn’t seem to be changing. Increased…

Real Estate As An Investment Real Estate is one of the most timeless methods of investing in the world.  There is a famous quote by Andrew Carnegie that comes to mind, “Ninety percent of all millionaires become so through owning real estate.”  Real estate is a physical commodity that is limited in quantity, and a…

Being a first-time landlord can be challenging and confusing but we have created a list of 10 things to consider in order to help you run a stress-free rental business. Treat Your Rental Property Like a Business A rental property really is a business and it should be operated and cared for as such. It…

Are you considering purchasing a PRESALE property but unsure if it’s the right choice for you? Here is a quick breakdown of the ways in which presale transactions typically differ from resale: 1. Home Selection In the preconstruction phase of any new build, the developer will open a sales centre that will give potential buyers…

5 Tips to Self Staging Have you ever walked into an open house and instantly felt like… “I could live here and can I keep the furniture please?”. Well, more often than not this is due to good staging. Staging creates an emotional connection between the buyer and the desire for them to want to…

First-Time Home Buyers Incentives Are you a first-time homebuyer? Here are some first-time homebuyers programs B.C. residents can take advantage of to make your first home purchase more affordable. Follow the links provided for more details. Government of Canada’s First-Time Home Buyer Incentive: The First-Time Home Buyer Incentive helps qualified first-time homebuyers reduce their monthly…

First Time Home Seller Series: Part 2: A few fixes for listings Ok so you want to sell your house and you have a light plan put together. You have decided you will prep the house over the next 3 weeks to make sure it is show-ready, as you think this will make you maximize…

A house is typically the biggest investment we own – and most people love to add our personal touches to the house to make it a home. However, when it comes to selling, we want to make sure those touches have added value, and not taken away from it. Here are the top 3 renovations…

In an active real estate market, buyers may encounter competition from other buyers interested in the same property.  What makes your offer stand out can be the difference between having your offer accepted and walking away empty handed.  Discussed below are three strategies that can be implemented together or independently to help you win. Strategy…

Harold Samuel coined the phrase “location, location, location” as the three things that matter most when buying a property. Well, he’s not wrong. The fact that property is immobile is why Location is such an important criteria to consider when looking to purchase a property. Not only the location itself but all the externalities that…

First Time Home Seller Series: Part 1: Do we buy or sell first? When it comes to navigating the Vancouver real estate market there are many questions that come up. The question “do we buy first or sell first” when it comes making a plan to upsize, downsize or move laterally in the real estate…

(FEATURING GUEST SPEAKER: RAY MACKLEM, MORTGAGE PROFESSIONAL) So you’re thinking about purchasing a home, you’ve thought about the perfect location and the perfect look but do you have your finances in order? I mean why not get to the fun stuff right away? Well, preparing your finances and getting pre-approved is a huge factor in…