10 minutes with Howard Steiss by Susan M Boyce It’s a feeling like no other: the day you step through the front door of your just-built home. And whether it’s a single-family house, a townhouse, or a condo that makes your heart sing, being the first person to live there brings plenty of advantages beyond knowing everything is shiny, bright, and...[ read more ]
The condominium landscape across Metro Vancouver gets more beautiful and exciting every day. And condos continue to be the popular choice for new homebuyers from all walks of life, including more and more single women. This started a few years ago, when the condominium lifestyle began receiving attention from more than just the empty-nester segment of the market. The feeling...[ read more ]
Timing is everything, and when it comes to ensuring a successful move, that statement rings true. By Chuck Resnick Even if it’s not “everything,” using some careful planning and forethought helps “everything” happen efficiently. The point is, as soon as you decide to move, start your thinking process, explore your options and take action. First, are you going to move...[ read more ]
Active retirees Helen and Dave English have moved from a large four-bedroom home into their dream home in the Villas of Riverstone, a Calbridge Homes development in Cranston, not far from the Bow River and Fish Creek Provincial Park. They're empty nesters who don't need as much room, there is less upkeep involved with their new quarters and they are...[ read more ]
The Semiahmoo neighbourhood of South Surrey offers an irresistible combination of transportation convenience, fiery sunsets, nearby beaches and endless retail and dining pleasures. Bordering on White Rock, this community has always stood out for its ocean appeal without the traffic congestion, and laid-back, “beachy” lifestyle. Recent development in the area is now creating a unique urban oasis of shops, services...[ read more ]
Gawk with us that grand penthouse suites at Modello in Burnaby Modello‘s Grand Estates Collection is 12 luxury penthouses spanning the top four floors of the Burnaby high-rise. Inside, each home boasts 48-inch side-by-side Sub-Zero fridge and freezers, Master Chef Miele premium appliance package, spa-inspired bathrooms with heated marble floors, 10-foot ceilings, heated covered terraces and unbeatable Metro Vancouver views....[ read more ]
Four high-profile international experts shared their thoughts about Vancouver's place in the global real estate market. By Christina Newberry Original Source: REW.ca In a city that loves to talk about real estate – especially how much it costs – real estate marketer Cam Good felt there was a gap in the conversation and that the perspective was focused inward rather...[ read more ]
You’ve probably seen a few headlines about the Bank of Canada’s (BoC) recent surprise decision to drop its key interest rate to 0.75 per cent. Related reading includes how the economy has shaped the central bank’s decision to change the rate, and how the monetary policy has been updated. It’s a lot of information packed into one article, so don’t...[ read more ]
Have you made your New Year’s Resolutions? If you’re planning to buy or sell a home in 2015, here are a few key resolutions that will help with a smooth transaction. By Kara Kuryllowicz To preempt the likelihood of unpleasant surprises, astute homebuyers should begin the financial education, preparation and assessment process the moment they start contemplating a purchase. TIPS...[ read more ]
From concept to occupancy By David Hirsh The start of 2015 brings exciting opportunities to purchase a new home. By the time you step into any sales office, there’s been plenty of research into the how’s and why’s behind every aspect of a community. Let’s take a look at the new home timeline – from concept to occupancy – that...[ read more ]
