Mike Giesbrecht

  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 ...

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 ...

  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- ...

  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 ...

  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 ...

I just sold this Condo at 219 140 E 4th, North Vancouver, BC Lower Lonsdale.View this recently sold Condo or see all my home sales

I just sold this Condo at 3505 128 W Cordova St, Vancouver, BC Gastown.View this recently sold Condo or see all my home sales

I just sold this Apartment/Condo at 308 838 Hamilton St, Vancouver, BC Downtown.View this recently sold Apartment/Condo or see all my home sales

  Deciding when to move can be a tough decision. If you are thinking about moving, consider the following:  Length of time living in your next home - Would you be there long enough to recoup the initial costs of moving, such as the down payment, closing fees, and moving expenses? Mortgage penalties – Try to align selling with when your mortgage is up for renewal to avoid a penalty, or ne ...

We are proud to announce that this Nov 9th, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 20498 82 Ave in Gabriola Park in the Willoughby Heights neighborhood, Langley. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Townhouse for sale in beautiful Willoughby Heights.Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Willoughby Heights Tow ...