Gen Y is redefining home ownership – and the B.C. real estate market
“Imagine living in 700 square feet of space, in an apartment, centrally located, stylishly appointed, with stainless steel appliances and public amenities such as a dog wash station. You don’t own a car; instead, you […]
Monthly Market Update
[youtube id=”flr2hnUORfM” width=”600″ height=”350″] President of the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board: Blair Herbert reports Real Estate Statistics for January 2014.
Here we go again with dropping mortgage rates
“TORONTO • Falling bonds yields could push mortgage rates lower in coming weeks as banks compete in the spring housing market, traditionally the strongest real estate period of the year. Rob McLister, editor of Canadian […]
Monthly Market Update
[youtube id=”1v0D0prm-8w” width=”600″ height=”350″] President of the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board: Gary Gray reports Real Estate Statistics for December 2013.
CMHC draws a line under condo bubble fears
” Canadian condominium construction has surged but population growth has kept oversupply in check, the federal housing agency said in a report on Wednesday that also showed declining mortgage arrears and high home-equity levels. In its […]
Does Moving Up Make Sense?
These questions will help you decide whether you’re ready for a home that’s larger or in a more desirable location. If you answer yes to most of the questions, it’s a sign that you may […]
Simple Tips for Better Home Showings
1. Remove clutter and clear off counters. Throw out stacks of newspapers and magazines and stow away most of your small decorative items. Put excess furniture in storage, and remove out-of-season clothing items that are […]
Monthly Market Update
[youtube id=”plN8m_npHE8″ width=”600″ height=”350″] President of the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board: Gary Gray reports Real Estate Statistics for November 2013.
Nest Egg: The lowdown on low down payments
“Hot markets and cold feet might keep some people out of the housing market, but a lack of upfront cash doesn’t have to be an obstacle. While it’s long been the convention in the industry […]
5 Common First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes
1. They don’t ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal. 2. They don’t act quickly enough to make a decision and someone else buys the house. 3. […]
The Door Knob just might be on its way out!
“In Vancouver, the doorknob is heading into a setting sun. Its future has been date-marked, legislated out of existence in all future construction, a tip to society’s quest for universal design and the easier-to-use […]
Event Tent Available
Are you helping a non-profit organization with a charity event? Call Realty Executives Mid-Island at 250-753-9688. We have a 10X20, easy to set up tent that is available for use at your event.