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How To Cut Your Electricity Bill In Half

February 22nd, 2017
  You don’t have to freeze in the winter or start reading by candlelight to reduce your electricity bill. There are many simple ways to use less power with little, if any, impact on your lifestyle. A good place to start is with your electronics.  According to the David Suzuki Foundation, “Any gizmo that has a clock, digital timer, remote control or standby mode is sucking energy when it's n ...

Tax Relief For First Time Home Buyers in BC

February 22nd, 2017
Read the news release here.

Making An Offer In A Competitive Market

February 18th, 2017
  Imagine finding a home you love, making an offer, and then finding out there are other competing offers on the table. Ouch.  If you’re looking for a property in a competitive market, it is likely that there will be multiple offers. Even just one can create the risk that you’ll lose the home. So how do you make sure your offer is enticing enough to win over the seller? Here are some ideas: ...

U.S. Interest In Canadian Real Estate Surges Following U.S. Presidential Election

January 23rd, 2017
Read the article here.

Your Exit Plan In Case Of A Fire

January 18th, 2017
  In almost every movie featuring a house on fire, the actors seem to be able to move around the house and see just fine, while beating back flames with a shirt or coat. Of course, that’s not what happens in real fires.  When there’s fire in a home, there is typically complete darkness (because the power goes out) and a cloud of spreading thick, black smoke makes it difficult to see and brea ...

1203 1367 ALBERNI STREET, Vancouver West, BC

January 13th, 2017
I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 1203 1367 ALBERNI STREET, Vancouver West, BCThe ultimate pied a terre! The property is perfectly situated, with excellent amenities and concierge. Walk to everything Downtown Vancouver has to offer, Robson Street, Coal Harbour and Stanley Park can be your neighborhood. This sunny efficient studio suite comes completely outfitted with everything f ...

Will An Open House Help Sell Your Home?

January 11th, 2017
  You’ve probably seen signs around the area for Open Houses. You may have even attended a few. These are open invitations for potential buyers to drop by on a certain day and time, to check out the property and get more information.  When you’re listing your home for sale, you might wonder whether you’ll need to have an Open House.  To answer that question, you’ll need to consider the pro ...

1709 68 SMITHE STREET, Vancouver West, BC

January 10th, 2017
I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 1709 68 SMITHE STREET, Vancouver West, BCThis Stunning Residence in One Pacific boasts one of the largest floor plans in the building. This suite offers Outstanding Views 24 hrs a day, has been upgraded with the Premium feature package, has 1 parking stall & a storage locker. The building features 24 hr concierge service, world class amenities su ...

How To Watch Out For Poisons In Your Home

December 29th, 2016
  According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 90% of exposures to poisons occur inside the home. Almost all are preventable, if you follow some simple guidelines.                  Look for the poison label on products you buy. Visually, it’s a skull and cross bones, often (but not always) with the word POISON above it.  Don’t make assumptions. Sometimes a seemi ...

West Vancouver New Listings For Houses For Sale

December 29th, 2016
There are six new listings for houses for sale in West Vancouver.  Three are in the British Properties, one is in Caulfeild, one is in Dundarave and one is in Lions Bay.170 Oceanview Pl                    3 bedrooms         2,151 square feet             $1,050,000560 Knockmaroon Rd               5 bedrooms         2,963 square feet             $4,320,0002384 Palmerston Ave               5 bed ...
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