Two things I love to support: great ideas and great friends! 

Please take a moment to check out The Eco Floor Store by Hillcrest Floors, recently opened by my friend Jared. This great new eco-friendly flooring store is located in Surrey, a quick hop over the bridge from the Tri-cities.

Friends of Think Julie (that's YOU!) are welcome to an exclusive 15% discount using this coupon below. Print it out and head over to this great new store full of stylish eco-friendly offerings.



Congrats on the wonderful idea, Jared!

HIGHER HOMEOWNER GRANT THRESHOLD PROTECTS TAXPAYERS

VICTORIA – More than one million B.C. homeowners with homes valued up to $1.15 million may be eligible for the full homeowner grant amount as the Province raises the threshold by 10 per cent for the 2011 tax year.

“Raising the homeowner grant threshold ensures that 95 per cent of homeowners continue to benefit from a full grant, helping them with the cost of living,” Finance Minister Colin Hansen said. “While we’re starting to see mills and mines reopen in our smaller communities, we recognize the economic downturn hit some parts of rural B.C. harder, so we’ve kept our promise to provide a Northern and Rural Home Owner Benefit to ease the burden on rural families in the months ahead.”

BC Assessment estimates the value of most properties...

The REBGV has released the statistics from December 2010, along with an overview of 2010. They are reporting more stability in home sales over the past six months. See below for all of the details.

Real estate market stable at year-end

The Greater Vancouver residential housing market entered three distinctive phases in 2010. Continued buoyancy from the post-recession recovery began the year, followed by a summer lull and, throughout the fall, a sustained period of stability.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that total sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in 2010 reached 30,595, a 14.2 per cent decrease from the 35,669 sales recorded in 2009, but a 24.2 per cent increase from the 24,626 residential sales in 2008. Last year’s number of housing sales was 10.3 per cent below the ten-year average for annual Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®)...

Greater Vancouver residential home sales improved in November compared to the previous four months, with the number of sales posted on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) coming in slightly higher than the 10-year average for that month.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that the number of residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totalled 2,509 in November 2010. This represents a 7.4 per cent increase compared to October 2010 and an 18.6 per cent decline from the 3,083 sales in November 2009.
 

Looking back further, last month’s residential sales represent a 187.1 per cent increase over the 874 residential sales in November 2008, a 13 per cent decline compared to November 2007’s 2,883 sales, and a 6.4...

The weather sure has been chilly in the tri-cities over the past couple of weeks. My mind always goes to the homeless during this kind of weather. The REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive is on now and I encourage you to share some warmth with those less fortunate. 

The REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive started on November 29 and runs through to December 6, 2010. Over 100 real estate offices across the lower mainland are collecting blankets, sweatshirts, sleeping bags, warm winter jackets and other warm accessories to help keep the homeless and working poor warm this winter. 

Donations first stay in the communities in which they are collected. If there is a surplus and greater need in another neighbourhood, they will be shared. 

Here is a list of the drop-off locations in Port Moody, Coquitlam and Port Coquitlam: 

I was so honoured to be invited to participate as an exhibitor at YWIB's Beyond Pink Entre-Carnival showcase. 

Beyond Pink is a two day conference aimed at providing real world skills that are applicable to individuals from all walks of life. Their aim is to discover and strengthen each delegate’s talents to help them “make their own brand and leave their mark” as their story continues. 

The Entre-Carnival features 30+ local women entrepreneurs who will be showcasing their businesses and sharing their stories. I'm very excited for this event! 

For more information, or to register, please visit: http://www.ywib.ca/beyondpink2010/ 

I just sold this Condo at 211 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia Central Pt Coquitlam.

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I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 212 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

AVANTI. One bedroom second floor "G" plan with West facing balcony. Lowest priced unit in building. Excellent value for first time buyer or investor! Quality built with beautiful finishing by Dena Construction. Visit presentation centre to see finishing details. We are open every day, except Fridays, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Marketing commenced in late October 2010. Net HST included on first 20 units SOLD!!!

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 109 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

AVANTI. Ground level "G" plan with West facing patio and outside access. Simply Perfect. Totally You. Your friends will be impressed and you will totally love your new home! Two colour schemes to choose from to perfect the match to your personality. Mortgage financing (with special Buyer benefits) available. Net HST included on first 20 units SOLD!!!

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 411 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

AVANTI. Top floor, North West corner unit. Gorgeous one bedroom "G" plan at a very sharp asking price! This is sure to be an apartment with very good resale value. Close to downtown Port Coquitlam and an impressive array of nature trails nearby to relax and stay in shape. Quality built with beautiful finishing by Dena Construction. Visit presentation centre to see finishing details. We are open every day, except Fridays, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Marketing started in late October 2010. Net HST included on first 20 units SOLD. Better be QUICK!

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 202 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

AVANTI. Excellent second floor, two bedroom "C" plan with Nine Foot ceilings and West facing balcony. Great location, easy commuting from here! Impressive array of nature trails nearby to relax and stay in great shape. Be Quick, sharp pricing! Marketing just started in late October 2010. Net HST included on first 20 units SOLD!!!

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 105 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

AVANTI. Popular "C" plan. Enjoy the luxury of space in this two bedroom unit. East facing with patio. Spacious layout, excellent floor plan and... Nine Foot ceilings! You'll love living here. Mortgage financing (with special Buyer benefits) available. Net HST included on first 20 units SOLD!!!

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 309 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

AVANTI. Popular "C" plan. Enjoy the luxury of space at an affordable price in this two bedroom unit. You'll have a good start to every day with your East facing balcony. Quality built with beautiful finishing by Dena Construction. Visit presentation centre to see finishing details. We are open every day, except Fridays, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Marketing commenced in late October 2010. Net HST included on first 20 units SOLD!!!

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 409 2330 SHAUGHNESSY Street, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

AVANTI. Top floor, lovely two bedroom "C" plan. You'll appreciate the luxury of space at an affordable price! Quiet east facing balcony, enjoy the morning sun. Close to downtown Port Coquitlam and an impressive array of nature trails nearby to relax and stay in shape. Quality built with beautiful finishing by Dena Construction. Visit presentation centre to see finishing details. We are open every day, except Fridays, from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Marketing commenced in late October 2010. Net HST included on first 20 units SOLD!!!