With interest rates still at historic lows, the housing market looks affordable for many families across Canada and yet far from reach for many others. Can you guess who?
As the old saying goes "the rich get richer and the poor get poorer" and here in Canada, it's the truth! It’s note surprising to learn that according to CMHC “a typical homeowner went from being 18 times wealthier than ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on March 4, 2011
Imagine having a 400-square-foot area in your home that remained untouched and unused?
A room that stayed empty, only to collect dust and cobwebs.
Seems like a bit of a waste, doesn't it?
Well, today, many homeowners are converting the wasted space often found in lofts and attics into special rooms of their own.
"Today, people have more need for space," says Greg Miller, owner of G.E. Miller ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on March 4, 2011
Canadians who purchase a new home through CENTURY 21 are offered one of three Geek Squad services for free
Announcement Highlights:
New national partnership will bring Geek Squad into the homes of Canadians who purchase through Century 21, offering one of three Geek Squad services for free to set up their new home.
Offers include Home Theatre Consultation - $99 value; Basic Home Theatre ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on March 4, 2011
Below is an article published today in the Vancouver Sun stating "Average BC home price hits record high of $505,178 in 2010" As Realtors, Buyers, Sellers, publishers and the public we need to stop looking at things like average price for anything other than pure amusement. Take the West Side of Vancouver; a condo in Fairview has a much higher average price then a condo in Marpole but they are ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 11, 2011
I received this email from Smallworks today. I am really impressed with this company; they are doing very cool and creative things with small spaces. --- "At about half the price of our full-sized Laneway Houses, our new single-level Laneway Cottages have only marginally less living space and retain most of the amenities. Our building time is reduced by half and the municipal fees are ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 11, 2011
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Negativity....
Yesterday someone told me to "keep my negativity to myself" I quickly apologized and our conversation ended. Afterwards I was thinking if I had been overly negative about her situation. I by no means consider myself a negative person; I have been known to get stressed out once ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 11, 2011
I received an email this morning regarding a great new condo project by Intergulf Development Group in Kits. Stay tuned for more info. Dear Craig, KITS360 is coming soon and we want to let you know first about the amazing qualities of this soon-to-be coveted community:
Spectacular views of downtown, False Creek, English Bay, the North Shore Mountains and beyond Prime Kitsilano location ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 11, 2011
2010 was an interesting year at the Pier. We saw new neighbours to the South, had a few debates over maintenance fees and recreation facilities and had a property manager resign...who needs TV? We also saw some very strong sales figures and a renewed confidence in the project. Here are your in depth sales stats for 2010: 100 East Esplanade # of sales: 1 Average Price per Square Foot: $805 Highest ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 8, 2011
East Vancouver is becoming a more and more popular place for people of all demographics to purchase Real Estate, both a place to live and an investment property. Here are my top 5 reasons you should consider East Vancouver for your next Real Estate purchase:
Room for growth. Unlike areas like Yaletown which has reached the proverbial ceiling as far as potential to increase in price East Vancouver ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 8, 2011
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) is one of Vancouver's oldest organizations. In fact, we celebrated our 90th birthday in 2009! Vancouver boasts the formation of Canada's first real estate board in 1888. While that organization lasted only a short time, the Board has been in continuous existence since 1919. That year, 10 local real estate brokers came together and ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 8, 2011