First Shaughnessy heritage homes now protected
Posted on Oct 22, 2015 in Selling Your Home
The pre-1940s Tudor, Arts and Crafts, Colonial and Beaux Arts inspired homes on Shaughnessy’s leafy drives are now protected from demolition.
Vancouver city council voted unanimously to approve a new First Shaughnessy Heritage Conservation Area Official Development Plan at its September 29, 2015 meeting.
This is Vancouver’s first-ever heritage conser...
What does an MLS® home sale add to our economy?
Posted on Jul 15, 2015 in Selling Your Home
Every MLS® transaction generates spin-offs, creates jobs, and keeps our communities growing.
How much does this amount to?
In BC, a single home sale generates $64,500 in economic spin-offs and 0.49 jobs, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association.
Last year, 33,116 properties were sold by REALTORS® on the MLS® system, generating $2.136 billion...
Getting the Most From an Open House
Posted on Apr 17, 2014 in Selling Your Home
Even if you're not serious about moving, viewing a few properties in a neighbourhood you like is a great way to get a sense of the market. Who knows? You might stumble upon your next dream home!
To get the most out of an open house, follow the...
Decor Colour Choices Can Be Psychological
Posted on Nov 05, 2013 in Selling Your Home
Although choosing a room’s colour is highly personal, it’s worth noting that studies have linked specific colour tones to psychological behaviour. In fact, many doctors, scientists and design experts believe that certain colours can actually influence human moods or motivations. The following list provides a general interpretation of commonly held v...
10 things I do to get your home SOLD!
Posted on May 27, 2013 in Selling Your Home
Selling a home is one of largest financial transactions most people ever experience.
Often, sellers initially underestimate the time commitment and complexity of the process. To be successful, a seller needs to employ a real estate professional with extensive marketing experience and access to trusted financial and legal counsel. Though the process...
Often, sellers initially underestimate the time commitment and complexity of the process. To be successful, a seller needs to employ a real estate professional with extensive marketing experience and access to trusted financial and legal counsel. Though the process...
Top 10 Benefits of Automating Your Home
Posted on Jan 17, 2013 in Selling Your Home
I recently read an article featured in "Freshome's Very Best" which I thought worth sharing with you. Many people are interested in using the latest technology to safeguard and automate their homes for a variety of reasons. The article highlights 10 reasons summarized below:
Top 10 Benefits of Automating Your Home
We live in a time unlike any other...
We live in a time unlike any other...