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 2020. And if you might be thinking of moving on and choosing a new home, please feel free to contact me any time to chat about possibilities. The 'Sp ...

Congratulations to my clients on the recent sale of their North Vancouver home. The buyers are over the moon too!  And who wouldn't be? This custom designed contemporary resides on a quiet cul-de-sac in a tranquil setting just across the street from multi-million dollar estates on the Seymour River. Feels like a special home in the country, yet it's just minutes to everything. Easy access to ...

Here's the latest in my series of unique and inspirational homes from around the world. See the previous post in the series here. (note: using “reader view ” on a mobile device makes for a more pleasant advert-free read. With Safari, tap the "AA" at the left of the address bar.) Since when is a 20’ wide lot a problem? Quite an ingenious use of space. Actually, this design can be used in a nu ...

Here's a fantastic 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 12s whom you may know. It's a great opportunity for help with post-secondary fees. And it may be good practice for post-secon ...

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My July e-news noted two ways of gauging real estate activity: Days on market, and the sales to listing ratio. Today we'll delve into months of inventory (MOI). This is simply the number of active listings in a particular market, or preferably a precise sub-market, on a given day divided by the number of sales in that market/sub-market the previous month. For example, on Oct 21, 582 detached ...

Congratulations to clients J & T! The location, layout, finishes and amazing views sold this one in a snap! 2-bdrm, 2-bath unit tucked away in South Granville. So close to all the city has to offer, yet a quiet respite to relax and recharge. Check out all the details of this recently-sold condo, #404 1485 West 6th Ave., Vancouver West, BC

The process and steps of mortgage financing is one of the most misunderstood aspects of the home buying experience. But it’s one of the most important, particularly in this time of tightened mortgage financing criteria. The article linked below clearly and comprehensively explains the process. It’s well worth your time to read this through.  If you plan to sell, you should discuss implicatio ...

At the end of the buy or sell process, nothing is more satisfying than happy clients. Thanks to client Tania L. for these kind words. See my Recent Testimonials page for additional feedback. “I want to thank you so very much for all your sage advice and getting us a quick sale! You made the process so easy in a challenging real estate market. I feel very lucky to have had you working your ma ...

This fall has begun with much uncertainty in Metro Vancouver's housing market. While many sellers and buyers continue to take are a "wait and see" attitude, others are proactively choosing to go ahead and list and sell their homes now, or continue their home search. Some because the time is right for them, others because they're concerned about the longer effects of continuing market uncertai ...