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Open House Questions Some Buyers Forget To Ask

March 2nd, 2018
An Open House is an event. And, like many events, it’s easy to get caught up in all the excitement and energy. In fact, when you visit an Open House, you might even end up rubbing elbows with other buyers who are there at the same time. It can feel like a party!  In an environment like that, it’s not unusual to forget to ask important questions about the property. Here are some of the most c ...

Subtle Signs It May Be Time To Sell

February 5th, 2018
  Sometimes the reason for putting your home on the market is crystal clear. For example, you might have a job relocation and need to move. Or, you might have decided to downsize because the kids have left the nest.  However, there are many other motivations to list your home that are not as obvious, and yet are still good reasons to make a move. Here are just a few examples...  You’re b ...

Lower Lonsdale Open House!

January 23rd, 2018
We are proud to announce that this Jan 27th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 106 199 VICTORY SHIP WAY in the Lower Lonsdale neighborhood, North Vancouver. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Lower Lonsdale.Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Lower Lonsdale Condo for sale. ...

106 199 VICTORY SHIP WAY, North Vancouver, BC

January 23rd, 2018
I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 106 199 VICTORY SHIP WAY, North Vancouver, BCLarge ground floor unit with soaring high ceilings and very large private patio. Sought after "Trophy" building in Lower Lonsdale. Close to everything: Seabus, shopping, restaurants and bars.A wonderful layout highlights this spacious one plus den Large 325 sq ft terrace. Entertain on owners roof deck ...

Smart Home Devices That Stop Leaks and Water Damage

January 22nd, 2018
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Courtesy of Wolfpack Home Inspection, you can read the full article here.

Should You Rent Out Part Of Your Home?

January 16th, 2018
  Have you ever considered renting out a room to a student or renovating your basement into a self-contained rental apartment?  It’s a big decision. There are many pros and cons to consider.  On the pro side, renting can provide you with additional income. An extra few hundred dollars a month can go a long way towards paying down your mortgage or splurging on an exotic summer vacation.  C ...

611 95 MOODY STREET, Port Moody, BC

January 12th, 2018
I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 611 95 MOODY STREET, Port Moody, BCIntroducing The Station by Aragon. Centrally located in Port Moody just blocks away from skytrain, restaurants, brewers row, shopping, and Rocky Point Park. Beautifully finished this apartment includes engineered HW flooring, stainless steel appliances, full size washer & dryer, and geothermal heating/cooling. W ...

Using Neighbourhood Data To Help Sell Your Home

January 2nd, 2018
Your neighbourhood has a lot of features that can help sell your home faster. Unfortunately, buyers don’t usually notice those features just by driving around. So, you need to make sure they get all the information they need about your neighbourhood.  For example, say homes don’t go on the market often in your area. That’s an indication that the quality of life in the neighbourhood is so g ...

Exiting Through A Window In An Emergency

December 28th, 2017
Hopefully, this will never happen to you. But, there are circumstances – a fire, for example – when you and your family would need to exit through a window.  It pays to be prepared for that eventuality.  Your first step is to determine which windows are safe to use as an exit. There should be at least one on each level.  The windows you select will need to provide enough space for a person ...

Checklist For WOW-ING A Buyer During A Viewing

December 21st, 2017
  Imagine you were selling your car, and a prospective buyer was on the way over to see it. What would you do? You would probably make your vehicle look as clean and shiny as possible, inside and out.  The same holds true if you’re selling your home and there’s a potential buyer on the way. You want the buyer to be wow’d by your property. Here’s a handy checklist to follow:  Clean every ...
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