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Selling A "Diamond In The Rough"

February 4th, 2025

Selling a fixer-upper property can be challenging, but the process can be made a lot smoother by making some smart decisions: Hire a REALTOR® with a proven track record of selling fixer-uppers. You need a REALTOR® who knows how to market your property to potential buyers. When interviewing agents, ask for past examples of fixer-upper sales. Decide if it’s worthwhile financially and time ...

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1009 838 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC

January 25th, 2025

I just finished uploading this Apartment/Condo for sale, 1009 838 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BCAttention Investors! With the City of Vancouver clamping down on short-term rentals (i.e. Airbnb), there may never have been a better time to invest in a strata hotel. Situated on the corner of Robson St and Hamilton St, your guests will be just steps away from BC Place, Rogers Arena, Queen Elizabeth T ...

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Parting With Sentimental Clutter

January 20th, 2025

It’s a new year, so what better time to practice the art of letting go of your sentimental clutter, to clear your space and mind? Letting go of sentimental clutter can be challenging, so for some tips on making it easier, keep reading. Ease into it by starting with a small, non-sentimental, decluttering task, such as weeding out a junk drawer, or getting rid of kitchen duplicates, expire ...

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How To Avoid A Mortgage Scam

January 20th, 2025

Scams are everywhere just waiting for you to take the bait if you aren’t careful. For many homeowners, their home is their biggest asset, so dodging a mortgage scam takes on extra importance. These scams can take the form of false promises for better mortgage terms, wire fraud phishing schemes during the closing process, stealing your home equity with reverse mortgages, loan flipping (wher ...

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Storing Your Stuff: Short-Term Storage Solutions

January 20th, 2025

When listing or renovating your home, you may need to move some of your belongings into storage. Aside from the homes of friends and family, you can also choose to use self-storage facilities, portable storage containers, and storage in transit (movers move stuff to their facility for you). How do you know which option is right for you? Consider: Size and shape of space – If you hav ...

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Freeze The Stress: Winter Moving Tips

January 20th, 2025

Getting ready to move this winter? While it may not be as easy a move as in other seasons, with a little preparation you can accomplish a move that goes off without a hitch. For some helpful tips, read on. Be prepared to be flexible – Check the weather in the days leading up to your move. If a storm is forecasted for your moving day, consider rescheduling your move date. Get any pre- ...

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New Age Living: Granny Pods

January 20th, 2025

What do you get when you have an onslaught of aging baby boomers, an affordability crisis, and a housing shortage? Granny pods – also known as guest suites, in-law suites, or accessory dwelling units. They are tiny homes that are either separate or attached to an existing home with shared utilities and are usually equipped with a kitchenette, bathroom, bedroom, and living area. For more on ...

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Refinancing 101

January 13th, 2025

Refinancing your mortgage is when you replace your existing mortgage agreement with a different one. While the most common reason to refinance your mortgage is to take advantage of significantly lower interest rates to lower your monthly payment, it’s not the only reason for refinance. Some people refinance to access the equity in their home to provide flexibility to cover expenses, such ...

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Royal LePage Sussex West Vancouver

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Selling A "Diamond In The Rough"

1009 838 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC

Parting With Sentimental Clutter

How To Avoid A Mortgage Scam

Storing Your Stuff: Short-Term Storage Solutions

Freeze The Stress: Winter Moving Tips

New Age Living: Granny Pods

Refinancing 101

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