Important Tips For Keeping Your Home Safe For Halloween
Halloween is a very exciting time for both for children and their parents. As a homeowner, having kids on foot visiting your home can present problems[...]
What A Landlord Can Do When A Tenant Does Not Pay Rent
In BC, as in many other jurisdictions, tenants are required by law to pay the rent when it is due. Due to a higher cost of living post pandemic, many [...]
REBGV Market Update For September 2024 – Home Sales Still Lagging, While Inventory Grows Higher
The September 2024 stats released by the Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) confirmed a continuation of the August trend – declining sales and growing[...]
8 Tips On How to Extend The Lifespan Of Your Home Plumbing
Plumbing problems can be very expensive, and in order to prevent issues that may require expensive repairs, it is important to keep your home plumbing[...]
Important Information For Homebuyers – The Consequences Of Cancelling An Offer To Purchase A Home.
When a buyer wants to purchase a home, he usually makes an “Offer to Purchase”. The offer contains, amongst other things, items included and not i[...]
Building A Strong Relationship With Your Tenant Is Important – Here Are 8 Guidelines.
As a landlord or property manager, building a strong relationship with your tenant is essential for maintaining a smooth and successful rental experie[...]
OCTOBER 2024 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
As the leaves begin to change colour and the air turns cooler, Metro Vancouver’s real estate market is active. With many excellent properties availa[...]
How AI Is Transforming The Interior Design & Furnishing Industry
With the maturing of Artificial Intelligence (AI), a new type of technology using a concept called “Spatial Computing” (SC) is beginning to revolu[...]
A Comprehensive Guide On Preparing Your Home For A Fall Open House
Fall is an important season for real estate in Vancouver, as serious buyers are on the lookout to close before the holiday season or end of year. With[...]
REBGV Market Update For August 2024 – Home Sales Have Failed To Pick Up
The August 2024 stats released by the Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) revealed that home sales remained below their 10-year seasonal average despite [...]
Allowable Rent Increases For 2025 in BC
The provincial government recently set the maximum allowable rent hike for next year to be capped at 3%. This rate which is tied to the inflation rate[...]
SEPTEMBER 2024 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
This month marks the transition between summer and autumn. The glorious warm days of summer may be ending soon, yet fall is often a favorite time of y[...]
6 Effective Ways Property Managers Deal With Pests
A pest infestation can be detrimental to the property and its tenants, as it can lead to property damage and potential health hazards, so it is in the[...]
Fall Gardening – It’s Better Than You Think
There is an adage near the end of summer – “Once the tomatoes are done, gardening is over.” This is not necessarily true. Once summer is over, t[...]
Important and Unavoidable Costs To Consider When Buying Your Home.
Planning to purchase a home is not just taking a realistic look at your budget to see how expensive a home you can afford, and how much the monthly mo[...]
AUGUST 2024 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
The glorious, long days of summer are here on the West Coast. There’s still plenty of time for adventure and travel as we enjoy the final full month[...]
Important Tips on How To Store Wine
While storing wine is not rocket science, there are a few key points that you must keep in mind to ensure that your wine has the best chance for long-[...]
Common Problems Faced By Property Managers And How To Solve Them
A property manager has the task of running a real estate property effectively and efficiently. The position requires wearing many hats and can be rewa[...]
Strata Council – The Five Main Delegated Roles And Their Responsibilities
A Strata council acts as the managing body of the strata corporation ensuring that it runs smoothly for the benefit of the owners. Its role is laid ou[...]
7 Great Marketing Tips For Finding New Tenants
When it comes to new tenants, it important to attract reliable tenants who will take care of your property and pay on time. Here are some useful marke[...]
July 2024 Founder’s Message
Summer is here once again on our beautiful West Coast. From exciting outdoor adventures to sunny patios and sizzling backyard barbeques, this month ma[...]
GVR Market Update For June 2024 – A Significant Downturn Appears To Be Building
The June 2024 market report released by the Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) reported that the market is shifting in buyers’ favor as June sales wer[...]
Is Buying A Home A Good Investment?
For those wanting a steady return on their money, houses can be a sure bet. When the baby boomers started madly buying houses in the 1980s, suddenly r[...]
Practices In Property Management That Can Lead To Eco Efficiency And Sustainability.
In today’s rapidly evolving real estate market, there has been a dramatic shift in the focus and topic of sustainability. It is no longer an ethical[...]
No Air-conditioning at Home? Don’t Worry We Have You Cooled Using These 7 Hacks
It’s summer and for a change instead of finding ways to keep our homes warm, we are looking for ways to keep them cool. While installing air con[...]
No Air-conditioning at Home? Don’t Worry We Have You Cooled Using These 7 Hacks
It’s summer and for a change instead of finding ways to keep our homes warm, we are looking for ways to keep them cool. While installing air conditi[...]
Is Buying A Home In A Complex With Low Strata Fees A Good Idea?
Home buyers are always looking for a variety of things when they are looking for a condo or a townhouse. A popular feature is a home with the lowest[...]
How To Protect Your Building Against Water Damage And Mitigate Your Insurance Footprint
According to the insurance industry, water damage claims, especially among aging condominiums and apartment buildings, have been substantial in the pa[...]
How Important Is Mediation In Resolving Strata Disputes?
A strata corporation is like a business run by volunteers. Members of the strata council run the business with its rules and regulations, but they are[...]
How Does The Bank Of Canada Rate Cut Affect The Housing Market?
It finally happened. The first interest rate cut of 25 basis points from the Bank of Canada took place on June 5th. Somewhat welcome news to those hom[...]
REBGV Market Update For May 2024 – Home Sales Down At Least 20% And Inventory Continues To Climb
REBGV Market Update For May 2024 – Home Sales Down At Least 20% And Inventory Continues To Climb While home sales were lower than what is typical at[...]