What is a HELOC? HELOC stands for Home Equity Line of Credit. In basic terms, home equity is what your home is worth minus what you owe on the property. Let's say your home value is $200,000. And let's say you owe a hundred thousand dollars as a mortgage. Consequently, your equity is a hundred…
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We're getting a lot of questions about radon and it's something that should be paid attention to. It has a lot of potential health issues. You want to make sure you’re informed whether you're living in an area with a high level of radon or whether it's required during a real estate transaction. What is…
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Many families have had to abandon their homes due to the economic upheaval caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Yet property values in many neighborhoods remain high due to the drive to move from urban areas to suburban areas, offering opportunities for the intrepid investor. Are you interested in purchasing, rehabilitating, and selling or renting a…
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Home staging... is it worth the hype? Should you wait to stage your home after you list? Is the cost of staging your home worth it to sell it quick? Read our 5 misconceptions of home staging here on the blog today based on our favourite home staging company Urban Presentations post on common myths debunked.…
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VANCOUVER, BC – January 5, 2021 – Strong December activity brought Metro Metro Vancouver housing market shows resilience in 2020 The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 30,944 in 2020, a 22.1 per cent increase from the 25,351 sales recorded in 2019, and a 25.7…
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West Vancouver has high-ranking secondary schools that are competitive across Vancouver. This prestigious area is home to many families with children. While finding the right home for you and your family, it is a good idea to check out the schools in the local area. To help you out, we’ve put together a list of…
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North Vancouver is a wonderful area to raise a family amongst the beautiful nature of the North Shore and exceptional quality of living. If you have children and are looking to move to Vancouver then considering the local public schools in the area is a must for you! While finding the right home, it is…
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Vancouver, B.C. – December 2, 2020 – Housing demand in Metro Vancouver* continues to outpace historical averages with November sales eclipsing 3,000 for the first time since 2015. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 3,064 in November 2020, a 22.7 per cent increase from…
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Wondering what type of home you should buy - duplex or single-family home? What are the differences? Read more to learn whether a duplex or a single family home is right for you. We explore the cost and home value as well as why builders may focus on building duplexes. What makes a house a…
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VANCOUVER, BC – November 3, 2020 – Home sale and new listing activity remained at near record levels across Metro Vancouver* in October. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 3,687 in October 2020, a 29 per cent increase from the 2,858 sales recorded in…
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