realtyreport
Market Stability Continues Into New Year
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) noted three distinct phases in the 2010 housing market: A positive start to the year, followed by a slower summer lull, and then a sustained period of stability to end 2010.
National Sales Activity Positively "Normal"
As 2010 wound down, an interesting observation emerged in the Canadian real estate market, as noted by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).
Condo Quest
With housing prices in many areas keeping single-family homes financially out of reach for many people, condominiums continue to be an excellent and affordable alternative.
Moving This Year? Brush Up on the Basics!
It never hurts to refresh yourself on mortgage basics from time to time, especially if you're thinking of moving at some point this year.
Divide & Decorate
Maybe you're short on square feet and need a room to do double duty. Perhaps your home has an open-concept space that needs to be divided into distinct sections serving different purposes. Whatever the reason you need to turn one room into two or more, here's how to make it happen.
Still Searching
Are you looking to relocate but you're having trouble finding your next home? Below are a few reasons why your search for a new address may be taking longer than you'd like — and longer than it needs to.
Counter Culture
You've received an offer on your home but you're not happy with it. You have two choices: reject it or make a counter-offer. Which should you choose? Almost always, the answer is to make a counter-offer. Here's why:
Peek Under the Peak
While attics are at the top of the house, they're not often top-of-mind. But a look in a house's attic can disclose a lot of very valuable information, and even reveal serious problems, such as:
Why Go Green?
Condominium buyers are spoiled for choice. One option you may want to consider is an eco-friendly condo. Why? Here are a few reasons.
SNOWBIRD SMARTS
While February is technically the shortest month, for those of us shivering through yet another bone-chilling Canadian winter, it's never short enough.
Ricotta Pancakes With Strawberries
How to Make Ricotta Pancakes With Strawberries.
