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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Saturday, September 17, 2011
Friday, September 9, 2011
Friday, September 2, 2011
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
The view from OnQue...
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Challenges of the first time home buyer
Brain food while discussing the challenges for first time home buyers in Vancouver with Lysa the mortgage broker. The spinach and cheese omelette at the Well on Main Street was fabulous!
Monday, August 8, 2011
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Looking for an apartment downtown Vancouver?
Perfect if you are just getting into the market for yourself or to rent out. Conveniently located across from the library and blocks to skytrain!
See photos and details here:
http://livingmain.com/mylistings.html
Thanks for looking!
See photos and details here:
http://livingmain.com/mylistings.html
Thanks for looking!
Vancouver market update
Active home sellers bring greater selection to the Greater Vancouver housing market
While the balance between home buyer and seller activity remains in an equilibrium range in the Greater Vancouver housing market, last month’s home sale total was below the 10-year average for July.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties on the region’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) reached 2,571 in July, a 14 per cent increase compared to the 2,255 sales in July 2010 and a 21.2 per cent decline compared to the 3,262 sales in June 2011.
“We’re seeing less multiple offer situations in the market today compared to the last few months, but our members tell us that homes priced competitively continue to sell at a relatively swift pace,” Rosario Setticasi, REBGV president said. “It’s taking, on average, 41 days to sell a property in the region, which is unchanged from June of this year.”
New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 5,097 in July. This represents a 23.2 per cent increase compared to July 2010 when 4,138 properties were listed for sale on the MLS® and a 12 per cent decline compared to the 5,793 new listings reported in June 2011.
Last month’s new listing total was 8.6 per cent higher than the 10-year average for July, while residential sales were 17.3 per cent below the ten-year average for sales in July.
At 15,226, the total number of residential property listings on the MLS® increased 0.8 per cent in July compared to last month and declined 7.3 per cent from this time last year.
“The number of homes listed for sale in the region has increased each month since the start of the year, which is giving buyers more selection to choose from and more time to make decisions,” Rosario Setticasi, REBGV president said.
The MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI) benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver over the last 12 months has increased 9.2 per cent to $630,251 in July 2011 from $577,074 in July 2010.
Sales of detached properties on the MLS® in July 2011 reached 1,099, an increase of 21 per cent from the 908 detached sales recorded in July 2010, and an 31.9 per cent decrease from the 1,614 units sold in July 2009. The benchmark price for detached properties increased 13.3 per cent from July 2010 to $898,886.
Sales of apartment properties reached 1,040 in July 2011, a 6.2 per cent increase compared to the 979 sales in July 2010, and a decrease of 39.1 per cent compared to the 1,708 sales in July 2009. The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 4.5 per cent from July 2010 to $405,306.
Attached property sales in July 2011 totalled 432, a 17.4 per cent increase compared to the 368 sales in July 2010, and a 45.5 per cent decrease from the 792 attached properties sold in July 2009. The benchmark price of an attached unit increased 6.9 per cent between July 2010 and 2011 to $524,909.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Saturday, July 16, 2011
Mount Pleasant Park tree removal
Here's your chance to speak up. A large oak tree is about to be removed in the park as it apparently is necessary to finish repairs to the Cambie Trunk Sewer.
There is an information meeting happening this Tuesday, July 19th at Mount Pleasant Park from 5-6pm.
Hope to see you there! (I still miss the old swimming pool...)
There is an information meeting happening this Tuesday, July 19th at Mount Pleasant Park from 5-6pm.
Hope to see you there! (I still miss the old swimming pool...)
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
The Cheaper Show - June 25, 6pm-midnight
This is a great opportunity to support our local artists. Thanks to Marilyn and Donna at Arabella Fashions for the heads up!
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Main Street Car Free Day - June 19
Preparation for Car Free day has begun! I'm looking forward to playing with the new bubble machine on Sunday --- make sure to drop by our table at 28th and Main this Sunday.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
Property Tax time :)
It's that time of year again... time to celebrate home ownership in the beautiful city of Vancouver!
Pay up the easy way at www.vancouver.ca/propertytax
And don't forget to claim any homeowner grants that you may qualify for:
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Mount Pleasant/Main Street rezoning changes
Stay in the know of changes in the Main Street neighbourhood. Attend the public open house is on Tuesday, April 12 from 4:00pm-9:00pm at Heritage Hall.
Part of the proposed change is a 26 story highrise, as well as midrise market and rental homes, community space and retail space.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
New listing at 388 East 43rd Ave
Fabulous 3 level, 3 bedroom, character home in a much sought after main area. School district of the very popular "Van Horne" School. Recent renovations in the last few years include a new kitchen, double glazed windows and roof. Upper level, master bedroom plus ensuite and den, main floor, bedroom, bathroom, bright and sunny kitchen with island and eating area, living room with fireplace and dining room. Bonus one bedroom basement suite. Lovely gardens - Very special home - A pleasure to show. Open house Saturday April 9th, 2-4pm.
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Proposed development in Mount Pleasant
I just came back from an afternoon workshop regarding the proposed new development at the intersection of Broadway/Kingsway/Watson/10th Ave. Approximately 180 area residents and business owners attended to give their input and ask questions. Biggest concern? The 26 story tower to be built.
You can see the plans here:
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