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 ...

Fabulous home at Concord Pacific’s Waterford in the chic and upscale Beach Crescent neighbourhood. Recently renovated top to bottom to a very high standard, this  2-bdrm, 2-bath ultimate city home is turn-key ready. Nothing to do but move in! Sweeping water, city and mountain views, with the perfect layout for entertaining and privacy. 24/7 concierge, pool, Club Viva gym, guest suite, movie t ...

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 ...

A huge number of factors are currently buffeting Vancouver real estate. Indirectly, strong reported inflation (never mind the unreported inflation); a downturn in the equity markets; the crypto crash; talk of recession; the Ukrainian war; currency fluctuations, etc. Directly, large and continuing interest rate increases; stress tests; foreign buyer restrictions and taxes; vacancy taxes; immin ...

Congrats to clients D & A! This contemporary townhome feels like a new and upscale single family house. More than 2000 sq ft, perched on a SW corner with lots of windows and tons of daylight. Top-of-the-line upgrades from top to bottom throughout this gorgeous home. And so close to all that the new River District has to offer: Shopping, parks, transportation, etc. A quiet oasis, yet with quic ...

We all love our furry friends. But no matter how neat and clean you keep your home, in my experience it's always better to remove most if not all signs of pets living in the home. Not only does it remove the question of cleanliness in buyer's minds, but it also removes one more distraction from potential buyers viewing the home as their own. I often pass on this excellent article to my client ...

It's almost always in a home seller's best interest to ensure minimal issues arising from a home inspection. You don't want the buyer coming back and asking for a reduced price due to an issue that may have been easily addressed beforehand. So knowing what home inspectors look for can benefit home sellers no end! Linked below is an article that explains the home inspection process, and, most ...

Regardless of market conditions, as a seller you always want to maximize your sales price. Here are six home improvements that are attractive to homebuyers today. Not ready to move? These will tend to yield the highest return when you are ready to sell, so are worth considering if you're planning home upgrades. Energy Efficient Upgrades. Upgrading your insulation or replacing your doors ...

Congratulations to my client P! Lots of interest and multiple offers for this spacious, well-located condo. This lovely home has a generous open flow, complementing the gorgeous recent renovation. Huge bedroom space, perfect den, fantastic kitchen ... this one has it all. Quite a catch for the lucky buyers! Check out all of the details of this sold Condo, 202 2680 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver W ...

Here's a rare find. Fully updated 1-bdrm + den Kits condo, with a gorgeous sunshine-all-day deck, and complete privacy from every room. The huge deck is quiet, private, peaceful & sunny -- the perfect retreat for morning coffee, afternoon sunning, or an early evening cocktail. This home has a beautiful treed outlook - so calming! -  and a lovely flow from room to room. Beautifully renovated t ...