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What do you do if your property has been on the #Vancouver market for three or four months without selling? Is it because of the price?

If your propety has been on the marketing for more than 120 days. This is what you need to do:

  1. Ask your real estate agent to cancel the listing and list it again as a brand new listing so that you can reset the number of days on the market to zero. 

  2. If your property has been on the market for more than 120 days, buyers often assume there is a problem with the property, and not how it was listed. 

  3. Changing up your photos can give your property more appeal. Even just switching around the photos on the listing can make a big difference. 
  4. Change out any copy that talks about "first showings" with dates that are months ago. 5. Have a conversation about your listing price. Is your price out of step with the current market?

If you have any questions about refreshing your listing, please get in touch: 604-657-7936
 
Have a look at our current listings page.

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We have sold a property at 1005 1565 6TH AVE W in Vancouver
We have sold a property at 1005 1565 6TH AVE W in Vancouver.
STYLISH TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATH CORNER SUITE with SWEEPING WATER, CITY & MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Award winning boutique concrete midrise by Henriquez Architects & Westbank at 6th & Fir, still under warranty. Features open kitchen with large island, Corian counter tops, glass backsplash, Miele appliances, hardwood floors, roller sun shade window coverings, air conditioning, and a balcony. Compete with secured parking (#43 on P3) , storage locker (#12 on P2) and membership to Y-Yoga right in the building. Perfectly located just steps to the best restaurants, hi-end shops, Granville Island, Arbutus Greenway, cinemas and public transit. Open Houses Sat/Sun July 10/11 2-4pm.
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New property listed in Sunnyside Park Surrey, South Surrey White Rock
We have listed a new property at 312 1840 SOUTHMERE CRES E in Surrey.
You will love this TOP FLOOR west facing bright nicely updated bright 2 bedroom home at Southmere Mews West. Sought after building and location close to shopping & transit. the suite features an updated kitchen w quartz counter tops, SS appliances. 3 SKYLIGHTS to allow an abundance of natural light. The rooms are all generous in size to accom house sized furniture. The complex is very well run with proactive strata. This is a 19+ building w no rentals allowed, 1 cat and sorry but no dogs.
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We have sold a property at 1590 OCEAN BEACH ESPL in Gibsons
We have sold a property at 1590 OCEAN BEACH ESPL in Gibsons.
This is the property you've been waiting for. Located across the street from Bonniebrook Beach and Chaster Park; Semi Waterfront. Wonderful beach lifestyle you only dream about. Lovely views to the ocean facing southwest. This home has been in the same family for 5 generations! 1st time on the market. The home is a 1 level rancher, very livable and ideal for someone to renovate and create their own piece of heaven or build your dream home on this prime 1/2 acre lot. Whether you are looking for a seasonal / weekend retreat or a full time home, this property has so much to offer. Just a short 15 min drive from Langdale Ferry Terminal. All viewings by appt only. Call your realtor to arrange.
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We have sold a property at 301 1510 1ST AVE W in Vancouver
We have sold a property at 301 1510 1ST AVE W in Vancouver.
Waterfront living but without the big price. Enjoy the lifestyle living on False Creek. Steps to Granville Island, the seawall, restaurants and coffee bars. It doesn't get any better than this. Lovely whisper quiet fully renovated ( back in 2011) 2 bedroom unit. Faces the sunny inside courtyard. Move in ready condition with updated kitchen and 2 bathooms. Nice layout with built in home office area too. This is tremendous value living in this location for under $ 600 per ft. City of Van prepaid land lease til 2046. No PTT because its leasehold. Pets & Rentals OK. All view by appt only.
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We have sold a property at 2729 DUKE ST in Vancouver
We have sold a property at 2729 DUKE ST in Vancouver.
Fantastic opporty to own this brand new 4 bedroom townhome which includes its own mortgage helper, in law or nanny 1 bedroom lock off suite. Situated close to shopping, parks and schools in prime East Van Collingwood location. Beautifully finished home, high ceilings, North / South exposures and a sunny roof deck patio. This home has a nice walk up entry which makes it feel like a home. Steps to Norquay Park and close to John Norquay Elem. A family oriented n'hood. Viewings are by appt only.
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We have sold a property at 805 46TH AVE W in Vancouver
We have sold a property at 805 46TH AVE W in Vancouver.
Lovely beaut maintained Oakridge 6 bdrm family home. Quiet location yet close to Oakridge shopping, JCC, schools and parks. This home is truly great value. Bright spacious rooms with loads of natural light. Kitchen area, sundeck and yard face SW for maximum sunlight. The home is beautifully appointed w high ceilings, custom finished t/o , beautiful chef's kitchen plus Wok kitchen. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms all w ensuites. Lower level is ideal for the family to gather and enjoy the custom Media Room. There's also a sep self contained 2 bdrm suite which is great for the inlaws, nanny or mortgage helper. Viewings preferred from 4pm daily by appt.
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Remax Realtor, Andrew Hasman gives his breakdown on the Vancouver housing market. No surprise that July has seen a settling down. This year is unlike any other year.

Summer is here, covid restrictions are easing, people are starting to travel and vaction. The audience has gone down, the market has eased with fewer buyers with properties taking a little longer to sell –it's a normal summer market.

Great time for buyers. Interest rates are still down, less buyers, you may want to put on some conditions.

Where do we go from here? Summer will likely stay steady. it's still a good market. Prices could settle back but there are still enough buyers out there to keep pricing in check.

Expect a full market pick up in November. In the meantime, enjoy your summer, and stay health and safe! Contact Andrew anytime at 604-657-7936
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New property listed in Shaughnessy, Vancouver West
We have listed a new property at 3791 ALEXANDRA ST in Vancouver.
This is by far the best value in all of Shaughnessy. A beautiful setting surrounded by mature landscaping, lush gardens here at Matthews Court. This detached home is part of a 6 unit bare land strata. The location is Vancouver's finest, First Shaughnessy. This nicely kept 2 level 3 bedroom home offers 2700 sq ft of living. Every room overlooks a peaceful and private garden outlook. The rooms are all very spacious to accommodate generous sized furniture. Master Bedroom is on the main level. High vaulted ceilings in the living room and upstairs bedrooms provide for a feeling of space and natural light. The home was last partially updated in 2013. Truly a rare find. Close to great schools. View by appt only.
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ANDREW AND JILL'S REAL ESTATE BOARD LATEST 2021 STATS PACK FOR VANCOUVER

The June 2021 Market stats are out and available for download. You get the following graphs and charts for both Vancouver East and Vancouver West.

  • Activity Snapshot by Property Type
  • Detached Properties Report and Graph
  • Condo Report and Graph
  • Townhomes Report and Graph
  • Benchmark Price Graph
  • Average Price Per Square Foot

If you are interested in a report like this is for other areas, please contact me to request it and I'll send it to you.

DOWNLOAD VANCOUVER EAST & WEST

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Metro Vancouver’s housing market sets a steady, calmer pace to begin the summer season
While still elevated, home sale and listing activity in Metro Vancouver has eased back from the record-setting pace seen in March and April of this year.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 3,762 in June 2021, a 54 per cent increase from the 2,443 sales recorded in June 2020, and an 11.9 per cent decrease from the 4,268 homes sold in May 2021.

Last month’s sales were 18.4 per cent above the 10-year June sales average.

“Metro Vancouver’s housing market continues to experience strong seller’s market conditions, although the intensity of demand has eased from what we saw throughout most of the spring,” Keith Stewart, REBGV economist said. “The past two months have shown a market that’s shifting toward more historically typical conditions.”

There were 5,849 detached, attached and apartment properties newly listed for sale on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Metro Vancouver in June 2021. This represents a 1.1 per cent increase compared to the 5,787 homes listed in June 2020 and a 17.9 per cent decrease compared to May 2021 when 7,125 homes were listed.

The total number of homes currently listed for sale on the MLS® system in Metro Vancouver is 10,839, a 5.1 per cent decrease compared to June 2020 (11,424) and a 1.2 per cent decrease compared to May 2021 (10,970).

“With low interest rates, a growing economy and an improving job market, the Metro Vancouver housing market continues to enjoy solid economic fundamentals,” Stewart said. “We’re now seeing a market that’s beginning to normalize from the torrid pace in the spring. This is making multiple offers less common, allowing subjects to be seen on offers more frequently again, and is making new price records less likely.”

For all property types, the sales-to-active listings ratio for June 2021 is 34.7 per cent. By property type, the ratio is 27.5 per cent for detached homes, 49.2 per cent for townhomes, and 37.1 per cent for apartments.

Generally, analysts say downward pressure on home prices occurs when the ratio dips below 12 per cent for a sustained period, while home prices often experience upward pressure when it surpasses 20 per cent over several months.

The MLS® Home Price Index composite benchmark price for all residential properties in Metro Vancouver is currently $1,175,100. This represents a 14.5 per cent increase over June 2020 and a 0.2 per cent increase compared to May 2021.

Sales of detached homes in June 2021 reached 1,262, a 45.7 per cent increase from the 866 detached sales recorded in June 2020. The benchmark price for detached properties is $1,801,100. This represents a 22 per cent increase from June 2020 and is virtually unchanged from May 2021.

Sales of apartment homes reached 1,774 in June 2021, a 60.5 per cent increase compared to the 1,105 sales in June 2020. The benchmark price of an apartment is $737,600. This represents a 8.9 per cent increase from June 2020 and a 0.1 per cent increase compared to May 2021.

Attached home sales in June 2021 totalled 726, a 53.8 per cent increase compared to the 472 sales in June 2020. The benchmark price of an attached home is $946,900. This represents a 17.4 per cent increase from June 2020 and a 1.1 per cent increase compared to May 2021.


Download the June 2021 stats package.

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New property listed in Oakridge VW, Vancouver West
We have listed a new property at 6072 OAK ST in Vancouver.
Quiet rear unit of the complex, lovely 3 level townhome overlooks the inner courtyard. Small 12 unit complex located in Vancouver's Oakridge N'hood. Close to great shopping, parks and Community Centre. This 2 bedroom home comes fully equipped and has been well maint by the original owner. Pets & Rentals ok. Yes, their is AC too for total comfort all summer long. All viewings by appt only. Face masks mandatory. 1st view Thur July 8th by appt only.
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