Getting to Know Yaletown - A Brief History One of Vancouver’s most sought-after neighbourhoods, wasn’t always the bustling hub of new food and new trends that it is today. For those unsure, Yaletown is considered to be the area North of Pacific Boulevard and between Nelson and Drake Streets. Currently, it is home to restaurants,…
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As a Vancouver Realtor with over a decade of experience, I have had many questions from home sellers and buyers regarding deposits. Here are the most frequently asked questions and the answers to go along with them! How much is the deposit supposed to be? For buyers and sellers: The standard in the real estate…
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Non-Resident Seller in Vancouver? So, you’re selling your home and your realtor mentions a Clearance Certificate. You decide to look it up on-line to figure out what it’s for and what it means for you. But all you find is confusing articles by the government. That’s where we come in. I want to make this…
Read MoreVancouver Real Estate Market Updates? Don't Listen to the News... I stopped by Breakfast Television Vancouver to talk about Market updates. The issue with these market updates is that they are too large of an area they take. You have to drill down! As a Vancouver Realtor it is so frustrating to hear people when…
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Are you a non-resident selling a Vancouver home? This is a must read In Vancouver Real Estate residential conveyancing (Selling as a non-resident), there are many circumstances in which funds must be retained/heldback in trust after the property has sold, most of them by agreement between the parties. None, however, is more onerous on sellers…
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What is revocation when it comes to Vancouver Real Estate contracts? The definition ~ the official cancellation of a decree, decision, or promise. What does it mean in Vancouver Real Estate? If this has happened to you you will know how much it hurts. Simply put. If you revoke an offer; you have cancelled the contract…
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Believe it or not, things like a cracked foundation, damaged fireplace and water staining can be covered up. Many homebuyers are shocked to discover long-standing water damage, mold and appliance issues once they move in. While forking out more cash during your closing costs is the last thing anyone wishes for, be sure to budget…
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Multiple offers in Vancouver Real Estate Since 2015 we have been experiencing a short supply of listings and massive demand for condos and detached homes. This has been causing prices to rise at an alarming rate (almost daily) and has been the source of frustration for many buyers in Vancouver. So, when you find yourself…
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Mid February has become an ultra exciting time for first time home buyers in British Columbia. Many individuals have been counting down the days to complete their eligible purchase on or after February 15th in order to participate in BC’s Home Partnership Program. All across Vancouver, dreams of home ownership are finally becoming more of…
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Buying a House in Vancouver? Some people may want to perform a WETT inspection. WETT stands for Wood Energy Technology Transfer. The WETT inspection includes a very thorough inspection of wood burning appliances - typically fireplaces. What exactly is included in a WETT inspection? A WETT inspection is an inspection that must be conducted by…
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