The winter that won't quit
We thought we were done with winter. We thought it was safe to start thinking about crocuses… The mounds of snow and ice from a series of…
Assessment notices hitting mailboxes
Property assessment notices for 2017 are in the mail, and some homeowners might be excused if they go a little bug-eyed in the next few days….
7 tips for visiting open houses
Visiting open houses will go a long way to helping you make an informed decision about your new home. You want to make your visits count….
Removing trees on private property
Removing trees on private property can be a complicated, time-consuming and expensive process.That’s because communities are becoming more conscious about protecting trees.Trees don’t just look great or provide…
What is rainscreen?
Rainscreen is a term that we often hear associated with older condos and townhouses. But what is rainscreen? First, some historical background. The “leaky condo” era…
Testing for asbestos before demolishing a home
Testing for asbestos and other hazardous materials is an important step when demolishing a home. It can also be required before extensive renovations.Most municipalities require a detailed…
Will Prices Keep Going Up? Real Estate Market Update May 2016
Is the growth Greater Vancouver real estate has experienced over the past year sustainable? Or is sanity, and balance, returning? James looks into his cloudy crystal…
New Rules for Contract Assignments (Real Estate in BC)
Assignments are getting a lot of scrutiny in the Greater Vancouver real estate market. I’ve had more people ask me about ‘shadow flipping’ in the past…
SELLERS! Do you Sell now or Wait?
We have hit peak pricing for detached homes so how do you know if you should cash out and sell? Should you wait and see if…
Buy now or wait? What to do in this Market.
The Real Estate market in Greater Vancouver is hot! It’s great to be a Seller, but frustrating to be a Buyer with the competition and lack…
Tips for Making an Offer in a Multiple Offer Situation.
“Tips for making your offer look as good as possible when you are in a competing multiple offer situation which is quite common these days if…
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