If you ask a dozen so-called real estate experts and financial planners on whether it's the right time or how to invest in real estate, you’ll receive a dozen different opinions. It’s all about...
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2016 Off to a Strong Start for Sellers: the January REBGV Report
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January 2016 is the second highest start to the year on record with sales 46% above the 10-year average for the month. Low supply and record-breaking buyer demand is still the driving force in the real... Family Day: The Top Five Ways to Spend February 8th
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Family Day isn’t necessarily just for families. It’s a much-needed stat holiday during the bleak days of winter that turns an ordinary Monday in February into your best chance to relax and recharge.... Relaxation For Two: Vancouver’s Best Couples’ Spas
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and nothing says “I love you” better than time spent together. The lower mainland is not in short supply of spas, but the following top... Your Ultimate Ski Getaway Guide
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Pristine white powder, world-class dining, shopping, and a host of other activities make these ski hills tower above the rest in amenities and customer service. 1. Mont Tremblant is consistently touted... 2016 Is Your Year: Sell Your Home, the Successful Way
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You’ve been thinking about it, you’ve scoured MLS for other options out there, you may have even chatted with a real estate agent. Selling your home is a big deal, and you want to do it the... Real Estate Year in Review: 2015
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What a year it’s been for Vancouver’s real estate market. High demand, low inventory, and escalating prices made for a busy 2015 that kept everyone on their toes in the fast-paced market.... November by the Numbers: The REBGV Report
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Demand keeps rising for the diminishing supply of homes on the Vancouver market. Despite being a historically slower month, November’s numbers only dipped by 3.3% since October and closed at the highest... Sun, Surf, and the Unexpected: Your Best Beach Getaways
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Whether it’s catching some waves, rays, or whatever adventure is around the next bend, there’s a beach getaway for every taste. 1. Barbados boasts 60 beaches to choose from.... Winterizing Your Yard
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Curb appeal is one of those real estate catch phrases that does, in fact, have some substance to it. Appearance may be the first step in getting potential buyers through your front door. With crisp air... October Stats: The REBGV Report
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Selling a home? MLS reported 3,646 sales; a 19.3% increase compared to October 2014 (3,057), and a 9% increase to September sales of this year (3,345). That’s 36.2% above the 10-year sales... November’s Cultural Calendar
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With raindrops hitting our roofs more and more these days, it’s time to plan for cozy evenings inside, and the best of this city’s cultural events for when we’re looking to get a little... Halloween Decorating for Houses on the Market
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Love it or hate it, Halloween arrives each year with the same demand: decorate and hand out candy to neighbourhood children. For people looking to sell their homes, this extra “landscaping”... The Luxe Life: Canada’s Most Spectacular Mansions
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Whether we admit it or not, we love looking into everyone else's beautiful homes. So, here for your viewing pleasure is a list of some of Canada’s most spectacular mansions from Coast to Coast! 1.... September Numbers Across the Board: The REBGV Report
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As a key economic driver in BC, the real estate market is happily humming along in our fair city. There was a 14.5% increase in residential property sales this September; 3,345 compared to the 2,922 sales... 33 Foot Building Lots Creep Over $ 2 million on Vancouver’s West Side
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![]() In what other city can you attract over 200 people to an Open House on a rain-soaked Saturday, for an old Lot Value house priced at almost $3 million dollars? Got to love the Vancouver real estate...
The RE/MAX 2015 Spotlight on Luxury is out!
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Luxury real estate is rising across Canada along with the rest of the market. Homes priced over $1 million were up in Vancouver, Victoria, Toronto, and Montreal; whereas Calgary saw a decrease by 28% in... Vancouver’s Best Family Friendly Eats
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Rocky Mountain Flatbread Co.
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When it comes to dining out with kids, the right restaurant can make all the difference. We’ve rounded up the local favourites that pair great food with a family-friendly atmosphere for a unique and... Your Re-Zoning “How To”The City of Vancouver regulates how property is used and developed through something called “zoning.” The city is divided up into many different zoning districts and each has its own set of... The 5 Best Patios to Soak up the Sun in Vancouver
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Hotel Georgia
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Joe Fortes Seafood and Chop House
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We’ve rounded up our top five picks for places to sip, savour, and enjoy the remainder of summer on sun-drenched patios for every budget. 1. Reflections Outdoor Restaurant and Lounge (pictured)... |