Planning on Moving? Here’s How to Find the Best Moving Company
Moving is stressful and expensive. Everyone has had at least one bad moving experience in his or her lives. The best way to prevent the stress that co[...]
Rent Incentives To Attract Quality Tenants
There is no hiding the fact that currently, a shortage of rental properties exists in Metro Vancouver. However, not all rental properties are getting [...]
Property Investing Requires a Cool Head, Cash and Good Advice.
Watching TV shows that make buying investment properties glamorous and easy can be very misleading. Many first time investors who have been lured into[...]
October 2023 Founder’s Message
Metro Vancouver’s trees are ablaze with fall colour this month. While we enjoy this picturesque time of year, we are moving towards a more balan[...]
How To Minimize Water Use During This Drought Season
BC is currently facing severe drought levels and most of BC’s water basins are at an unprecedented Drought Level 4 or 5 (5 is the highest level)[...]
Ready to Own A Home? These Signs Will Indicate That You Are.
Buying a home will probably be the most important purchase of your life. If you are a first time home-buyer, it can be a daunting task, especially if [...]
Are You Using Property Management Software To Manage Your Property Effectively?
There are a lot of “off the shelf” property management software packages available on the market, and many can be custom tailored to fit y[...]
Common Property Rental Mistakes That Can Be Avoided
Management of a rental property can include long hours, emergency work, unusual situations, and a myriad of other factors as it involves dealing with [...]
British Columbia Takes Strong Measures to Rein in Short-Term Rentals – What does this mean for us?
In a bid to tackle the escalating challenges posed by short-term rentals, British Columbia's Premier David Eby and Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon h[...]
REBGV market Update For September 2023 – Despite More Housing Inventory, Prices Still Rising
The September 2023 stats released by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) confirmed that more homeowners were listing properties for the[...]
Seize the Moment: Why the First Week of October Spells Homebuying Success
Looking to make a home purchase this year? The ideal time is here, and our analysis points to the first week of October as the prime window for buyers[...]
September 2023 Founder’s Message
The first days of autumn are here on the West Coast. As the leaves begin to turn their glorious shades of gold and crimson, a newly published report r[...]
Smart Ways Of Diversifying Your Real Estate Portfolio
In most cases, real estate investments have always been beneficial to those who have ventured into them. A real estate portfolio is generally consider[...]
The Impact Of AI On The Real Estate Market
Many years ago, the internet had a huge impact on the real estate market, changing the way real estate was viewed and transacted. With the advent of A[...]
Selling or Buying a Home? Make Sure You Get The Timing Right.
Every seller wants the best possible price for his/her home and every buyer wants the best deal when buying a home. In the real estate market, there a[...]
What Are Closing Costs In A Real Estate Transaction?
Buying a home requires careful financial planning. While the purchase price, mortgage payments and broker commissions are top of mind with most first [...]
Burnaby Announces New Laneway Home Applications for 2023
Exciting news, Burnaby residents! After months of anticipation, the city of Burnaby is once again accepting applications for Laneway homes starting Mo[...]
August 2023 Founder’s Message
The late days of summer are upon us here on the West Coast. As we begin to say farewell to another spectacular season, our real estate market is movin[...]
REBGV Market Update For July 2023 – Low Housing Inventory Forcing Prices Up
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) recently released it July 2023 report. Notable in this report was the fact home prices were still r[...]
Reasons Why Your Home Is Not Selling and Tips On How to Sell It.
Why do some homes linger on the market for months – or years – while others are snapped up in a matter of days? While much of it has to do[...]
Credit Checks – A Necessary Procedure In The Rental Application Process
A landlord must be certain that as a tenant, you will be able to meet your monthly rental obligations. Because the eviction process is an expensive an[...]
Will The Frustrations Facing The Current Rental Market Get Worse Before They Get Better?
Current rental housing situation in Vancouver highlights the challenges and factors contributing to the high demand and low vacancy rates. The dynamic[...]
Should I Rent Or Should I Buy? Here Are The Arguments
A balanced discussion on the factors to consider when deciding whether to buy or rent a home. Both options have their pros and cons, and the decision [...]
July 2023 Founder’s Message Weather Almost as Hot as Market
Summer is off to a sizzling start. Home sales and prices continue to rise once again for all property types. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouve[...]
Here’s What You Need To Know If You Are Considering Buying A Unit In A Strata Building
Strata housing is a collection of privately owned units within a larger complex. Condos, townhouses, and duplexes are often owned in this way. Strata [...]
Regular Maintenance Tips for Your Pool
We are now well into the summer season and for those who have a swimming pool, it is important to do a weekly maintenance. This is essential as it ens[...]
Selling Your Home? Make Sure You Don’t Make These Mistakes
When you put your home up for sale, you want it sold as soon as possible, especially if you have seen another home to buy, and must sell your current [...]
Luxury Brand Appliances – Part 2 : Top Luxury Appliances – Choosing The Right Brand
Typically, a luxury brand appliance differentiates itself from the basic or mid-range model by having a longer life and is designed to perform flawles[...]
Useful Tips On Growing Your Own Vegetables – Part 1
Spring is here and this is the perfect time to plan for the coming growing season. Despite the lingering winter weathering conditions and temperatures[...]
Residential Property Management – 6 Challenges Facing Property Managers
It is true that being a residential property manager involves dealing with various challenges and responsibilities beyond just collecting rent. Here a[...]
June 2023 Founder’s Message
Summer is officially here this month and Metro Vancouver’s housing market is heating up. Residential home sales and prices have increased for th[...]
Should I Sell Or Should I Renovate? – Important Points To Consider
You have been in your present home for a number of years, the family is growing and you have been thinking about moving into a home that fits your nee[...]