Real Estate January 25, 2026 · 4 min read Moving to a New City Without the Chaos: Key Factors and a Smoother Transition Moving to a new city is one of the biggest “life logistics” projects most people take on, mixing emotions, money decisions, and a hundred tiny tasks that are easy to forget. Whether you’re relocating for work, family, or a fresh start, the goal is the same: land safely, settle quickly, and avoid expensive surprises. The […]
Real Estate October 15, 2025 · 2 min read How to Become A Good Neighbor Whether you live in an apartment building or in a detached home, having a good neighbor is a real blessing. “A neighbor is closer than a relative” is a popular saying that has a lot of merit to it. A good neighbor can be counted on to water your garden, take care of your mail […]
Home Buying October 1, 2025 · 3 min read 6 Great Tips On How To Buy A Home In A Hot Real Estate Market Buying in a seller’s market can be frustrating, especially when you are competing with many buyers for a limited inventory. Your challenge is not just finding the right home but beating out other homebuyers who are just as keen as you. Expecting to find the right home by casually visiting Open Houses and viewing online […]
Home Care September 15, 2025 · 2 min read How To Conduct a DIY Home Energy Audit If you have a relatively newly constructed home or a new home, don’t assume that there are no opportunities to save energy. Energy saving technology has evolved rapidly over the last few years, outpacing the training commonly available to many professional builders. Although a professional energy audit can provide you with a more thorough assessment […]
News September 1, 2025 · 4 min read How to Deal with Bad Neighbors Most people get on well with their neighbors – after all, we all want to be able to live happily at home. But sometimes this isn’t the case, and bad relationships with neighbors can become very stressful if you don’t take considered action to remedy the situation. Problems between neighbours can take various forms, ranging […]
Founder's Message August 6, 2025 · 4 min read AUGUST 2025 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE The glorious, late days of summer are still here on the West Coast. While we enjoy warm weather adventures and sunny patios, Metro Vancouver’s real estate market is heating up as sales continue to rise. There were 5,642 detached, attached and apartment properties newly listed for sale on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) in Metro […]
Home Selling July 25, 2025 · 3 min read How To Ensure Your Home Inspector Does Not Miss These Important Problems That Will Impact Your Home Purchase. For a majority of homebuyers, buying a new home without a reputable home inspector’s report is something that would never happen. That extra set of eyes gives potential homeowners the peace of mind that their new home won’t have a leaky roof or cracked foundation. Or something even worse. But what you might not realize, […]
Home Buying July 18, 2025 · 2 min read How To Get Your Dream Home, Even If It Is Not Listed. Have you ever driven through a neighbourhood and suddenly seen a home that you have fallen in love with? But as luck would have it, the home is not for sale. While the majority of us drive away, feeling sad, there are others who are determined to make that home theirs, whether it is for […]
Home Buying June 15, 2025 · 3 min read How To Make An Offer Below Asking Price – And Win! In your search for the ideal home, you may come across a situation where you have finally found the ideal home, but the asking price is too high. It’s time for the skilled art of negotiation! With our current hot real estate market, sellers have more of an edge than buyers, as there are multiple […]
Home Care May 10, 2025 · 3 min read Renovating Your Luxury Property In today’s luxury rental market, expectations are higher than ever, with tenants no longer just looking for aesthetics, but homes that fit with the way they view their lifestyle. Thoughtful functionality, modern convenience, and timeless design are all essential elements for today’s renters. Renovating with purpose is a key factor to commanding top-tier rents and […]
Home Buying April 5, 2025 · 3 min read First-Time Homebuyer Programs in British Columbia – Your Path to Home Ownership Buying your first home can be one of the most exciting milestones of your life, but it can also be one of the most financially difficult purchases you make. Fortunately, there are a number of programs in British Columbia to help first-time home buyers reduce costs and make home ownership more accessible. Whilst not all […]
Home Care March 5, 2025 · 3 min read Pros & Cons of Making your Rental Pet Friendly Pets are often an essential part of any family. Since COVID-19, there has been a significant increase in the number of families that own pets, with 77% of households owning at least one type of pet in 2022. Given the importance of pets in people’s lives, pet-friendly properties can make or break rental decisions for […]
Home Selling March 1, 2025 · 2 min read How You Can Help Your Agent Sell Your Home More Quickly Your real estate advisor works passionately to ensure that your home is sold for the best possible price in the least possible time. However, you as the seller, have a very important role to play – you have to prepare your home for the sale as your agent cannot do this for you. Your real […]
Home Care February 27, 2025 · 7 min read Build Your West Vancouver Dream Home or Duplex with MyHomeDesigner: A Step-by-Step Guide Introduction: Embarking on Your West Vancouver Building Journey Building a home or duplex in West Vancouver is an inspiring venture. The region’s stunning views and vibrant community make it a desirable place to live. However, the journey can be complex, filled with various steps that require attention to detail. MyHomeDesigner simplifies this process, guiding you […]
Real Estate February 25, 2025 · 2 min read Will New Mortgage Rules Result In A Hectic 2025 Real Estate Season? The “For Sale” signs have been staying up much longer than in the past, especially from April to September. But those signs may soon show “Sold” signs soon as new mortgage rules came into place December 15th. These are the boldest mortgage reforms in decades, allowing the average person the ability to afford a home. […]
Home Buying February 20, 2025 · 3 min read How First Time Home Buyers Can Benefit From Existing Programs And Tax Benefits For a first-time home buyer, the prospect of owning a home is daunting, especially with current sky-high real estate prices. However, there are several programs and tax benefits available, which if properly used, could make home ownership more affordable. First Home Savings Account (FHSA) An FHSA is a tax advantaged registered plan designed to help […]
Real Estate February 15, 2025 · 3 min read How Your Home Can Help You During Your Retirement. Over the last 12 years, house prices in Canada have increased dramatically. If you are one of the fortunate long time homeowners nearing retirement, you are sitting on a gold mine, and the equity in your home may far surpass your retirement nest egg. Whether you’re planning on selling or staying in your current home, […]
Home Buying February 1, 2025 · 2 min read If You Are Buying A Home, Here’s How A Real Estate Agent Can Make Your Life Easier. There are some homebuyers and sellers who chose to ignore the services of a professional realtor, in order to save paying commission. What they don’t realize is that they are making what could be potentially the most important financial decision of their lives, and the amount they spend on commission is money that will ensure […]
Home Buying January 15, 2025 · 3 min read If You Are Buying A Home With An Attic, You Must Get The Attic Inspected. There are a lot of good reasons why buyers need to get into an attic or send their home inspector into the attic before completing a home inspection. An attic reflects the history of a home. It can provide clues to serious problems that might not be disclosed or even known by the current occupant […]
Home Buying December 25, 2024 · 3 min read Why The Holiday Season May Be A Good Time To Buy A Home The holiday season is often considered the worst time to put a home on the market, and theoretically, the spring and summer are the best seasons where demand is the highest. Below are 6 main reasons why the holiday season may be the perfect time to sell. Less buyer competition Many potential buyers put their […]
Home Care December 15, 2024 · 2 min read If You Are Planning To Build A New Home, Here Are Some Important Tips You Cannot Ignore It may seem a daunting task, but building a new home can be a rewarding experience. You can truly make it your own: you get to choose colors, cabinets, flooring and fixtures without having to deal with the design choices or shortcuts made by previous owners. But building a new home can be very stressful […]
Property Management December 12, 2024 · 3 min read How A Property Management Company Can Help You As A Landlord Managing a property has many aspects, especially when the property has several tenants. As a landlord, this can be time consuming, challenging and demanding, more so, if the property is in a portfolio of other asses. A professional property management company can provide invaluable support, allowing landlords to focus on other important priorities. Below is […]
Home Selling December 1, 2024 · 3 min read If You are Selling Your Home, Have You Considered Staging it? When you put your home up for sale, your goal is to sell it as quickly and as profitably as possible. A quick coat of paint, dusting, vacuuming and moping will simply not work. Each time a potential buyer walks into you home, you want their immediate reaction to be a Wow! You only have […]
News November 18, 2024 · 3 min read What A Landlord Can Do When A Tenant Does Not Pay Rent In BC, as in many other jurisdictions, tenants are required by law to pay the rent when it is due. Due to a higher cost of living post pandemic, many landlords are facing a situation when the tenants are late in paying rent, not paying the entire rent amount, or not paying rent at all. […]
News November 15, 2024 · 2 min read If You Are Thinking of Downsizing, Condo Living Seems Like A Practical Choice. Many parents are left with a large empty house with way too many bedrooms, once the kids move out. They face the problem of keeping the house clean, maintaining the garden, shoveling the snow from the drive way and the list goes on and on. Now more than ever, people are making the switch from […]
Founder's Message November 5, 2024 · 4 min read NOVEMBER 2024 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE With the holiday season just around the corner, home sales are surging across Metro Vancouver. There was a 31.9 per cent increase last month from the same time last year. Buyers are responding to the lower borrowing costs, resulting in renewed strength in demand. On October 23, the Bank of Canada cut its rate by […]
Home Care November 5, 2024 · 2 min read Is Your Home Ready For Winter? Here are 6 Quick Tips. Believe it or not, winter is just around the corner! With winter comes the cold temperatures and the possibility of snow and freezing temperatures. Is your home ready for the dark days and cold nights? While we are shielded from the harsh winters here on the West Coast, you still need to prepare yourself, so […]
Home Care October 31, 2024 · 3 min read Important Tips On How To Protect Your Garden From Frost During This Cold Weather The freezing weather we are currently experiencing can harm or kill plants and damage crops. The cold weather especially frost, causes the water in the plant cells to freeze, damaging the cell wall. Plants most vulnerable to frost are: Spring blooming shrubs and trees such as cherry, azalea and rhododendron House plants and tropicals Tender […]
Real Estate October 10, 2024 · 3 min read Important Information For Homebuyers – The Consequences Of Cancelling An Offer To Purchase A Home. When a buyer wants to purchase a home, he usually makes an “Offer to Purchase”. The offer contains, amongst other things, items included and not included, the deposit (earnest money) amount, the possession or closing day, and conditions of purchase. If the seller accepts the offer, then the contract between buyer and seller is legally […]
Home Selling September 25, 2024 · 3 min read A Comprehensive Guide On Preparing Your Home For A Fall Open House Fall is an important season for real estate in Vancouver, as serious buyers are on the lookout to close before the holiday season or end of year. With this in mind, here’s how to prepare your home to take advantage of this motivated market: Make maintenance your priority Getting your home in an optimum state […]
Property Management August 31, 2024 · 3 min read 6 Effective Ways Property Managers Deal With Pests A pest infestation can be detrimental to the property and its tenants, as it can lead to property damage and potential health hazards, so it is in the property manager’s (and landlord’s) best interests to deal with this problem swiftly and effectively. The main pest control challenges property managers face: Rodents Termites Ants Spiders Bed […]
Home Buying August 15, 2024 · 2 min read Important and Unavoidable Costs To Consider When Buying Your Home. Planning to purchase a home is not just taking a realistic look at your budget to see how expensive a home you can afford, and how much the monthly mortgage and property tax payment will be. There are more expenses involved than these property costs and if you don’t factor them in your planning, you […]
