Is 'Curb Appeal' Really That Important When Selling Your Home? Yes - Here's Why...
Posted on Feb 08, 2022 in Sellers
Do you remember the first time you shopped for or purchased a home? If so, think back to that moment. What did you first notice? Do you remember certain aspects of the home's appearance, or perhaps some unique landscape feature? Was it the bright color of the freshly-painted door or the glossy sheen from the clean windows?
The concept of 'curb appea...
The concept of 'curb appea...
You Asked, I Answer: "Should I Build a New Home or Buy an Existing One?"
Posted on Feb 07, 2022 in Buyers
Are you looking to buy a new house in the Lower Mainland the near future? If so, one of the choices you will face is constructing your own brand-new home or buying an existing home. The idea of building a new house on the right piece of land might sound enticing, but what if you could have a larger, more luxurious existing home in the same neighbor...
Win the Bidding War With My 5 Minute Guide to Making an Offer the Seller Won't Refuse!
Posted on Feb 06, 2022 in Buyers
Ask any experienced homeowner and you'll learn that buying in a 'hot' real estate market in the Lower Mainland can be challenging. A high supply of buyers competing for a low stock of available homes is a combination that can lead to bidding wars, price inflation and other headaches. The good news: with some careful preparation and the right mindse...
BC Assessment Values Released for the Lower Mainland
Posted on Jan 12, 2022 in Sellers
BC Assessment Values are released for the Lower Mainland and other BC areas.
Property assessment information is announced on an annual basis. Please note that this information was released on January 4, 2022 and is based on market values as of July 1, 2021.BC Assessment’s website at bcassessment.ca includes more details about 2021 assess...
Renters Stop Paying your Landlords Mortgage...
Posted on Jan 12, 2022 in Buyers
There are many renters debating whether they should renew the lease on their home or sign a contract to purchase their first home. Renters need to understand, you are paying a mortgage - just not yours, but your landlords.
First time home buyers soon begin to understand owning a home is an investment, the monthly mortgage payments go towards growing...
First time home buyers soon begin to understand owning a home is an investment, the monthly mortgage payments go towards growing...
8 Home Renovations That Instantly Increase Your Home Value
Posted on Jan 12, 2022 in Sellers
Install a Kitchen Backsplash
The kitchen is full of big-ticket items, but the backsplash doesn’t have to be one. In fact, you can comfortably install a backsplash in just one weekend. Plan on installing the backsplash tiles on Saturday and grouting and sealing them Sunday.
Upgrade Kitchen Lighting
Upgrade Kitchen Lighting
Kitchens are the new multi-purpose room. Not only do t...