Strategically renovating prior to listing your home for sale can bring you a big pay off. Or perhaps you're happy where you are, and just want to update your space. Either way, you need to do your homework when looking for a contractor or renovator to help.The checklist below offers excellent tips to help you get the service and quality you pay for. These are courtesy of Ozzie Jurock's weekly ...

Never to early to get your tickets to Vancouver's own West Coast Modern Week events, once again spearheaded by the West Vancouver Museum July 4-9, 2023. The organizing committee has put together a number of activities celebrating our unique West Coast Modern Architecture. New this year is a lecture series, including what's bound to be an informative panel discussion intriguingly entitled "Res ...

'Tis the season for home tours. Want a glimpse of our architectural heritage? Join the Vancouver Heritage Foundation's self-guided Heritage House Tour, this year focusing on architectural gems in Vancouver's Strathcona neighbourhood. You'll have a full day to travel to a wonderful collection of homes, plus time to chat with the site guides and other heritage experts. Sunday, June 4, 2023.  T ...

If you're a fan or admirer of residential architecture you're no doubt familiar with Ema Peter, a locally-based photographer of international renown. And if you don't know the name, chances are you've seen her work in any one of dozens of design and architecture magazines and websites.  West Vancouver Art Museum is mounting an exhibition of Ema's photographs April 12 through June 3. This exh ...

The Vancouver area has some beautiful, interesting and inspirational homes - in all sizes, and at all price points. Sometimes, though, it’s good to draw inspiration from other places. Take a look at these homes, below. And for more inspiration, check out my previous blog in the series, here. (For best viewing from a phone or tablet, choose Reader View on the address bar.) Dreaming of a lakes ...

Here's a fantastic opportunity for upcoming high school grads. Re/Max Canada is offering $1000 bursary prizes to 40 qualifying Grade 12 students, who've best answered some thought-provoking essay questions. But totally doable!  Please share this with deserving Grade 12s whom you may know. It's a great opportunity for help with post-secondary fees. And it may be good practice for post-seconda ...

The beginning of a new year is a natural time for reflection. Ideas are formulated, goals are made, and plans are set for the coming year. Whatever direction you've decided to set for this coming year, I wish you and your family all the best for 2023. And if you might be thinking of moving on and choosing a new home, please feel free to contact me at any time to chat about possibilities. The ...

Always happy to help. In this case, long-time clients A & S say it best: 

"Thank you Robert for making the process happen with minimal stress and so quickly! Homes are still selling!" 

Yes, with the right realtor and the right strategy, homes are selling well. If you're thinking of selling your home this fall don't hesitate to contact me. We'll get it SOLD! 

 

Clients with young children recently asked me for advice about prepping and showing their home in the midst of juggling family life.   If you have small children or a newborn, you're already intimately familiar with just how much "stuff" can be generated — and how quickly it can become scattered about the house. While that's not normally an issue, dealing with all clothes, toys and games can ...

Many of us dream at one time or another of getting away from the city to an idyllic island property. Here's a few beautiful island homes here in the Pacific Northwest, to inspire a bit of wanderlust.  This Bowen Island home may be based on the classic island cabin but it's thoroughly modern inside and out. Stacked on two levels to preserve the natural landscape, this home shows classic west ...