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Concerned About Condensation On Windows?

September 8th, 2015
If you see a haze of condensation on your window, should you be concerned? Maybe. Maybe not. It depends on a number of factors. First of all, an occasional build-up of condensation is normal and often the result of fluctuating humidity in the home. Usually, it’s nothing to worry about. If you’re using a humidifier, try adjusting the levels. If the humidity is being generated naturally, try p ...

How To Deal With A Low-Ball Offer

September 2nd, 2015
  If you take care to price your home correctly — that is, at a price that is in line with what similar properties in the area have sold for recently — then you have a good chance of selling it at or near your asking price.  That doesn’t mean you won’t get a low-ball offer. You might. So what do you do when that happens? First, understand that the buyer may not necessarily be trying to stea ...

How To Quickly Improve Indoor Air Quality

August 17th, 2015
  There are many reasons why the air quality in your home may not be at its best. A faulty furnace or an aged carpet are just two potential culprits. Until you get those issues addressed, how do you make your indoor air healthier — today? Here are some ideas: Check the furnace filter. This is one of the most overlooked maintenance items in the home. Any furnace repair person can tell you s ...

Discovering That A Home You Like Has "Issues"

August 11th, 2015
Say you’re viewing a home and are impressed with how it looks. The walls are freshly painted. Everything seems bright and new. You’re considering making an offer.  Then, while standing on a mat in the kitchen, you hear a squeak below your feet. You lift the mat and see that some tiles are broken. Obviously the mat was there to, literally, cover up that defect.  A few broken tiles are not a bi ...

Is Vancouver A 'Hedge City?'

June 11th, 2015
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West Vancouver Houses

May 22nd, 2015
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Upgrades That Hold Their Value

May 4th, 2015
Do you have a renovation project in mind – and wonder how much value it will add to your home? Remodeling Magazine recently did a study of renovation projects, comparing costs to added value. Here are some of the results: Replacing a main entry door has a return on investment of over 95%. After all, the entrance to a home is one of the first things a prospective buyer notices. Adding a new ...

West Vancouver Houses For Sale

April 13th, 2015
There are currently 484 single family homes for sale in West Vancouver, ranging in price from $525,000 for a 2-bedroom home on Passage Island to $25,000,000 for a 6-bedroom, 7,700 square foot home in Caulfeild. There have been 268 sales in the last 90 days, with the average sale price during that time coming in at $2,744,446 and the median sale price being $2,300,000. The least expensive sal ...

Easy-To-Miss Home Security Tips For Your Vacation

April 13th, 2015
If you’re relaxing on a Caribbean beach, or enjoying a bus tour through historic Paris, the last thing you want to worry about is your home. Most people know the basics of keeping a home secure while away. Here are some additional tips that are easy to miss:  Tell your kids not to boast about your fabulous vacation plans, especially on social media. The fewer who know that the house will ...

How To Sell Your Home Quickly

April 8th, 2015
Usually when you list your home, you would prefer to sell it quickly. It’s like being the first one served at a crowded ice cream parlour. It’s satisfying. However, sometimes there’s more to it than that. There may be a truly urgent reason why you need to find a buyer for your property as soon as possible, such as a sudden job relocation.  If that’s the case, it’s important to explain your si ...
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