I just finished uploading this House for sale, 32425 Best Avenue, Mission, BC

The sellers will provide $5,000 back to purchaser on closing to go towards taxes. Looking for more space? This well looked after home has 8 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms & 3120 sq. feet. 4 bedrooms on the main. Enjoy the beautiful view overlooking the Valley from your Master Bedroom & Living Room. Many upgrades include: newer kitchen & bathrooms, new faucets, toilets, light fixtures, custom closets & digital thermostats. This nicely landscaped property has a fenced yard and both decks have new vinyl. The double garage has a new garage door. Excellent value.

I just finished uploading this Manufactured home for sale, 15 10221 WILSON Road, Mission, British Columbia

Priced to Sell!! This home at TRIPLE CREEK ESTATE backs onto a private GREENBELT. Features 2 large separate bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and a covered SUNDECK. The open great room concept has vaulted ceilings, skylights & a custom kitchen with plenty of counter space, cabinets & a pantry. Relax in your serene backyard amongst Japanese Maple trees, shrubs and gardens. Also comes with a storage shed, covered & open parking. Cats and dogs allowed. Call to view.

May 3, 2011

Greater Vancouver housing market sees typical spring activity in April Greater Vancouver saw a typical, solid month of residential home sales on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in April, in contrast to the near record pace witnessed in the two preceding months. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver reached 3,225 in April 2011, an 8.2 per cent decrease compared to the 3,512 sales in April 2010 and a 21 per cent decline compared to the 4,080 sales in March 2011. Looking back further, last month’s residential sales represent an 8.8 per cent increase over the 2,963 residential sales in April 2009, relatively unchanged compared to April 2008, and a 4.8 per cent decline compared to the 3,387 sales in April 2007. “While it continues to be a seller’s market in Greater Vancouver, last month’s activity brought greater balance between supply and demand in the overall marketplace,” Rosario Setticasi, REBGV president said. “The year-over-year decline in April sales can be attributed to a less active condominium market on our MLS®, as there were more detached and townhome sales this April compared to last year.” New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 5,847 in April 2011. This represents a 23.5 per cent decline compared to April 2010 when 7,648 properties were listed for sale on the MLS®, which was an all-time record for April. Compared to March 2011, last month’s new listings total registered a 14 per cent decline. At 14,187, the total number of residential property listings on the MLS® increased 8.2 per cent in April compared to last month and declined 10 per cent from this time last year. “There’s considerable variation in activity within the communities in our region. This is causing home price trends to differ depending on the area,” Setticasi said. “Your local REALTOR® is a valuable resource for obtaining the most accurate, up-to-date market evaluation.” The MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI) benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver over the last 12 months has increased 5 per cent to $622,991 in April 2011 from $593,419 in April 2010. Sales of detached properties on the MLS® in April 2011 reached 1,402, an increase of 2.3 per cent from the 1,370 detached sales recorded in April 2010, and a 17.8 per cent increase from the 1,190 units sold in April 2009. The benchmark price for detached properties increased 7.4 per cent from April 2010 to $879,039. Sales of apartment properties reached 1,201 in April 2011, a 21.3 per cent decrease compared to the 1,526 sales in April 2010, and an increase of 1.9 per cent compared to the 1,179 sales in April 2009. The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 2.9 per cent from April 2010 to $409,242. Attached property sales in April 2011 totalled 622, a 1 per cent increase compared to the 616 sales in April 2010, and a 4.7 per cent increase from the 594 attached properties sold in April 2009. The benchmark price of an attached unit increased 2.4 per cent between April 2010 and 2011 to $514,670.

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Q: Our strata has an interesting problem that relates to rental bylaws. We are 297 units in three buildings and we permit a maximum of 10 per cent rentals at any given time.

An owner wishes to rent their unit, but we currently have 35 rentals in the building.

The owner requested a hearing and demanded to know how we were keeping the rental inventory and of the 35 which were family rentals, hardship or exemptions from the original disclosure statement.

Our bylaw clearly states that all rentals shall be counted as part of the rental limitation, but the owner challenged...

I just sold this Townhouse at 85 3010 Riverbend Dr, Coquitlam, BC Coquitlam East.

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I just sold this Apartment at 212 2627 Shaughnessy St, Port Coquitlam, BC Central Port Coquitlam.

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Recent power outages in North America are a reminder of how extensively we depend on electricity to function. Among other things, it provides light and heat, keeps our food cool and brings the world into our homes through our televisions and computers. As the demand for power has increased, so has the incidence of blackouts and price increases in some parts of the...

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 23 100 KLAHANIE Drive, Port Moody, British Columbia

Overlook green space, not your neighbour! Quality upgrades include dark solid wood flooring (Acacia), upgraded floor tile, custom fireplace shelving with stunning cultured stone and designer paint scheme. 3 beds, 3 baths, stainless applianc es, granite counters and a huge double tandem garage with workbench, shelving and tonnes of storage. Access the famous Canoe club - 1500sf of amenities - outdoor pool, hot tub, tennis court , indoor steam room, sport court, gym, media room, games room, pool tables and 2 guests suites. Minutes to Rocky Point Park, Suterbrook, Newport Village, Westcoast Express and the future Evergreen Line. You may have seen these awesome townhomes, but you haven't seen one like this. Open Sun April 17th 2-4pm!

We are proud to announce that this Apr 17th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 100 KLAHANIE Drive in Indigo at Klahanie in the Klahanie neighborhood, Port Moody. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Townhouse for sale in beautiful Klahanie.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Klahanie Townhouse for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-626-6066 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

Julie Tidiman
Sutton - 1st West Realty

Please note the change for this upcoming openhouse.

We are proud to announce that this Apr 16th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 308 MARINER Way in the Coquitlam East neighborhood, Coquitlam. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent House for sale in beautiful Coquitlam East.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Coquitlam East House for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-626-6066 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

Julie Tidiman
Sutton - 1st West Realty

Bank of Canada maintains overnight rate target at 1 per cent

OTTAWA –The Bank of Canada today announced that it is maintaining its target for the overnight rate at 1 per cent. The Bank Rate is correspondingly 1 1/4 per cent and the deposit rate is 3/4 per cent.

As anticipated in the January Monetary Policy Report (MPR), the global economic recovery is becoming more firmly entrenched and is expected to continue at a steady pace.  In the United States, growth is solidifying, although consolidation of household and ultimately government balance sheets will limit the pace of the expansion.  European growth has...

Home buyers and sellers enter the housing market at near 

record pace in March 
 

VANCOUVER, B.C. – April 4, 2011 – Activity in the Greater Vancouver housing market continued to strengthen in March 

with both the number of homes sold and added to the region’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) reaching near record levels. 

 The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and 

apartment properties in Greater Vancouver reached 4,080 in March...

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 48 1235 JOHNSON Street, Coquitlam, British Columbia

Incredibly peaceful yet conveniently located in the heart of Coquitlam. This bright, tasteful and extremely well cared for 2 bedroom townhome has one of the best locations within worry-free Creekside Place. Fantastic floorplan with vaulted entrance, skylight, gas fireplace, solarium, huge master bedroom, cheater ensuite and insuite storage. Minutes away from Coquitlam Centre, Douglas College, Aquatic Centre, Lafarge Lake, Public Library, Evergreen Cultural Centre, Westcoast Express, future Evergreen Line and all levels of Schools. Also provides easy access to Lougheed Hwy, Hwy 1 and Barnet Hwy. Your pets are welcome with a good size patio and yard to enjoy with trail system seconds away. Great price, best location, lovely home!

We are proud to announce that this Mar 26th, 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 1235 JOHNSON Street in the Canyon Springs neighborhood, Coquitlam. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Townhouse for sale in beautiful Canyon Springs.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Canyon Springs Townhouse for sale.

As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604-626-6066 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.

Julie Tidiman
Sutton - 1st West Realty

Property owners in British Columbia may be eligible for one or more of the grants and rebates listed below. Please review this comprehensive list and feel free to contact me if you have any questions about your eligibility.

1. Home Buyers’ Plan

Qualifying home buyers can withdraw up to $25,000 (couples can withdraw up to $50,000) from their RRSPs for a down payment. Home buyers who have repaid their RRSP may be eligible to use the program a second time. Canada Revenue Agency www.cra.gc.ca. Enter ‘Home Buyers’ Plan’ in the search box | 1.800.959.8287

2. GST Rebate on New Homes

New home buyers can apply for a rebate of the federal portion of the HST (the 5% GST) if the purchase price is less than $350,000. The rebate is up to 36% of the GST to a maximum rebate of $6,300. There is a proportional GST rebate for new homes costing between $350,000 and $450,000. Canada Revenue...

I just sold this Townhouse at 22 8250 209B St, Langley, BC Willoughby Heights.

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I just sold this Apartment at 302 888 W 13TH AV, Vancouver, BC Fairview.

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