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Paint Trends for 2012

December 4th, 2011

Check out this article on paint and decorating trends for 2012.
http://styledstagedsold.blogs.realtor.org/2011/11/21/paint-and-decorating-trends-for-2012/

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Re/Max released a report Monday stating that average homes prices rose 128% from 2000 to 2010.

“While supply and demand, population growth and rising foreign investment, have been the main underpinnings behind exceptional gains, revitalization — amid an aging housing stock — and new(er) construction are largely underestimated factors propping up housing values in Canada’s real estate hotspo ...

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Keep Your Home Safe: Check Your Smoke Detectors

November 7th, 2011

Now is the time to check the batteries in your smoke detectors when you change the clocks to Standard Time.

http://www.houselogic.com/blog/preventative-home-maintenance/smoke-detector-battery-fire-safety/

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What to do if a tree falls on your property.

November 7th, 2011

Here is a link to information on who pays the damages if your neighbour's tree falls on your property, or if your tree falls on their property. Plus tips on how to protect yourself regarding the costs incurred from the fallen tree.

http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/home-insurance/tree-fall-property-line/

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Bank Rate remains at 1%: What that means for Real Estate in Vancouver Area

October 25th, 2011

Here is a link announcing the Bank of Canada is keeping the bank rate at 1%. This means that buyers can continue to take advantage of very low mortgage rates. This is also good news for people wanting to move to a larger home.

http://www.cbc.ca/news/business/story/2011/10/25/carney-bank-canada-rate.html

Check out my website for real estate listings in the Port Moody, Coquitlam, Burnaby & ...

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Tips for Keeping Your Real Estate Looking its Best!

October 25th, 2011

Here are a few tips, quick fixes, for keeping your home from looking tired and worn out.
Sometimes it only takes a little effort to make your rooms sparkle.

http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/repair-tips/repair-wood-floors-and-erase-ugly-scratches/

http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/repair-tips/replace-repair-wood-trim-spruce-rooms/

http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/repair-tips/ ...

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Just Sold! Beautifully Updated Home

September 13th, 2011

I Just Sold my listing on Blue Mountain, a totally updated home situated on a large 8,184sq.ft. lot with lane access. Renos on this home included new maple kitchen cabinets, granite counters, slate floor & s/s appliances. Other updating includes 2 new gas fireplaces, central air conditioning, new fencing and professionally landscaped front yard and custom stonework, new stucco, & new eavestro ...

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Greater Vancouver home sales points to a buyers� market over summer

September 6th, 2011

“MLS® statistics continue to indicate that we’re in a balanced market,” Rosario Setticasi, REBGV president said. “However, with a sales-to-actives listings ratio of 15 per cent, Greater Vancouver is in the lower end of a balanced market and has been trending toward a buyers’ market over the past three months.”
August marked the third consecutive month that home sale activity in Greater Vancou ...

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Vancouver Home Sales for July

August 30th, 2011

"We're seeing less multiple offer situations in the market today compared to the last few months, but our members tell us that homes priced competitively continue to sell at a relatively swift pace" REGBV president was quoted as saying, and added, "The number of homes listed for sale in the region has increased each month since the start of the year, which is giving buyers more selection to c ...

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Paint Trends for 2012

Metro Vancouver Real Estate

Keep Your Home Safe: Check Your Smoke Detectors

What to do if a tree falls on your property.

Bank Rate remains at 1%: What that means for Real Estate in Vancouver Area

Tips for Keeping Your Real Estate Looking its Best!

Just Sold! Beautifully Updated Home

Greater Vancouver home sales points to a buyers� market over summer

Vancouver Home Sales for July

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