Sometimes homes featured online are so well executed, or unique enough to really jumpstart one's imagination. Every so often I like to post a few that have caught my attention. Here’s the latest batch. See links to previous posts in the series here. Another fine example of one-level living. I particularly like the horizontal aspect of the living-dining-kitchen layout. More pics here. Clas ...

The West Coast Modern Home Tour on July 13 highlights west coast modernist homes by iconic Canadian architects like Fred Hollingsworth and E. G. Poskett, as well as contemporary designers. Self-guided, or choose the bus option and leave the driving to someone else. You can chat and debrief with other architectural aficionados at the informal wine reception afterwards. And as a companion exhib ...

Want a glimpse of our architectural heritage? Everything from mid-century modern and Craftsman to Victorian classics? Join the Vancouver Heritage Foundation's self-guided Heritage House Tour. You'll have a full day to travel to a wonderful collection of homes, plus time to chat with homeowners, architects and heritage experts. This year’s theme is the adaptability of older buildings and hist ...

Much of my business is repeat clients. And many clients refer me to their friends, family and colleagues. I take immense satisfaction from these close, ongoing relationships.  Thanks very much to my client Peter E. for these kind words. See my Recent Testimonials page for additional insight.  “Robert has assisted me with the sale of a couple of properties. Robert provides guidance that's opt ...

This infographic is one of the best I've seen to help get your home ready to sell. It's logical and easy to follow, and goes a long way to minimize the stress associated with sales prep. One of my clients who followed this mentioned that she actually enjoyed the process. Not that she’d want to have to prep to move too often, mind you.  And of course, if you'd rather leave the details to some ...

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We all want the best price possible when we sell our homes. How can you be assured of the best price when you sell, regardless of market conditions? Get my newly updated, complimentary 20-page Informed Seller's Guide! It has everything you need to know for a painless and profitable home sale. With information on showing your home to its best; the small things that can make a big difference; neg ...

A heartfelt thanks to my clients and colleagues. I’m honoured to be a member of the MLS Medallion Club -- recognizing the top 10% of all Metro Vancouver Realtors® in 2018. I couldn’t have done it without you! ”Metro Vancouver” includes the City of Vancouver, Burnaby, North and West Vancouver, Richmond, Port Moody, Coquitlam, and Port Coquitlam. So stiff competition indeed! And as my 8th yea ...

Here's a great opportunity for upcoming high school grads. Re/Max of Western Canada is offering $1000 bursary prizes to 16 qualifying Grade 12 students who've demonstrated the ideals of leadership and community contribution.  Please share this with deserving Grade 12's whom you may know. It's a great opportunity for help with post-secondary fees. And it may be good practice for post-secondar ...

If you’re a home owner in Metro Vancouver, Kelowna, or Nanaimo watch you’re not inadvertently charged the new provincial Vacancy Tax.  You — and ALL persons on title — each need to complete an online form exempting yourselves from the tax. Failure to do so by March 31, 2019 will automatically trigger a tax charge, which could amount to thousands of dollars added to your annual property tax b ...