The prospect of packing up and re-establishing yourself new can be overwhelming. Here's a great guide that I've passed on to clients. Its relatively high-level viewpoint ensures you won't get bogged down in yet more details; nevertheless it provides an effective roadmap. View the printable PDF guide here. 

We're lucky enough here in Vancouver to still have many original homes built in the mid-century modern style. If you're an MCM aficionado you're no doubt familiar with the holy grail of events: Palm Springs Modernism Week. What began as a simple celebration of the city's incredible MCM architecture several years ago just keeps growing in size and popularity.  The Palm Springs area has perhap ...

Yes, this can be a busy time of year for real estate sales. Many people assume that homes, once listed, will sell in a week and all is good! But the reality can be quite different. A home priced too high will generate minimal interest and will likely not sell. Properties must be priced realistically, based on comparables sales – not active listing prices – in the immediate neighbourhood (and ...

Final selling price was significantly more than list price! More than 40 families viewed this contemporary 6-bdrm, 5-bath home with its beautiful spacious back yard and 2-bdrm suite. We're seeing strong demand for quality North Shore homes in this price range, with relatively little supply.  A lot of efforts and strategy went into this sale to ensure the sellers were able to maximize their b ...

Yes, of course I help and advise my clients with pre-sales! Congratulations to clients G & T on the recent purchase of their expansive 3-bdrm townhome, ready for move-in next fall. This Scandi-inspired home with light and bright luxe finishes is located in North Van's Lower Lonsdale -- an area undergoing huge renewal and revitalization. Close to everything this lively area has to offer, this ...

Situated on a quiet street in Upper Lonsdale, this is a perfect family home in the sought after Carisbrooke Elementary catchment. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and high end appliances, living room with 12' ceilings, custom cabinets throughout, high end hardwood flooring and radiant floor heating are just a few of the many features. A spacious, private, and beautifully maintained ba ...

If you've been following the election campaigns, you'll know that the three main federal parties have all promised to improve housing affordability. Initiatives to build 1.4m million homes in four years; prohibiting foreign buyers; disallowing blind-bidding; increased mortgage insurance limits and longer mortgage amortizations; and even more promises in the fine print. All and any of these co ...

Both the BC provincial government and the City of Vancouver levy so-called vacancy / speculation taxes. However, the implications for home purchasers differ. Below is an excerpt from a recent article written by Kim Spencer, Manager of Professional Standards at the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. "Since 2018, both our provincial government and the City of Vancouver have decided to har ...

You're looking for a new home. Or you've found your dream home, and made an offer (hopefully with my help!). No doubt an exciting time! But hold on. Ensure you understand all the costs involved with the purchase of a new home. Taking a bit of time up front to understand the potential costs – and the buying process – will ensure that things move along smoothly for you, with no last-minute surp ...

Some of you may have seen the movie "Sliding Doors", from several years ago. The story followed the main character down two parallel but very different life paths, based on one singular choice that character made, at one particular moment in time. In that vein, some lighter, although perhaps more contemplative thoughts. A short summer read to jump start your thinking. (Originally published as ...