Posted on May 30, 2019
Many sales in real estate have nothing to do with market conditions. Great examples of this are both of my daughters. Each wanted a detached home with some land in a small, family-oriented community and both reached their dreams of becoming homeowners late last year when they moved to the interior. Life doesn’t stop because the market slows down, a...
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Selling your home in this market
Posted on May 21, 2019
Despite the constant negative headlines about our real estate market, it is essential to underline that homes are still being sold and some sellers are getting a good price for their homes. Last month, I sold two very different properties, and my clients were very happy with the amount they got for them. Nevertheless, the statistics are dismal, and...
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Spring Community Events in Lower Lonsdale
Posted on May 09, 2019
This fabulous weather is perfect for enjoying outdoor events. Lower Lonsdale is quickly becoming the epicenter of action on the North Shore. Not only is it easily accessible by public transportation but there has also been a conscious effort by the city of North Vancouver to increase public space and its community use. Here are some fabulous events...
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Good news for Buyers: Mortgage Rates are Falling
Posted on Apr 05, 2019
Fixed Mortgage Rates have been falling in recent weeks, as the cost of financing those loans has gotten cheaper. Banks and other lenders get the money that they loan out in mortgages by borrowing it themselves on the bond market, and the yields on five-year bonds have been falling since late 2018.
A five-year Government of Canada bond was yielding...
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Time to explore the North Shore!
Posted on Mar 22, 2019
These last few days have been so gorgeous that we all wish we were on spring break, enjoying the sunshine. It is also an excellent time to remind us of great outdoor activities in our own backyard.
Here are few suggestions for activities on the North Shore for kids (and adults) this spring break:This one is a personal favourite of my pa...
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