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On the Lighter Side...

January 2nd, 2008
During a murder trial, the defense attorney was cross-examining a pathologist.  Here is how the conversation went... Attorney: Before you signed the death certificate, had you taken the pulse? Coroner: No. Attorney: Did you listen to the heart? Coroner: No. Attorney: Did you check for breathing? Coroner: No. Attorney: So, when you signed the death certific ...

November Housing Market

January 2nd, 2008
November 2007 Housing Market

Selling in a Winter Wonderland?

November 23rd, 2007
There are many who think that December is a good time to remove a house from the market, believing that buyers are more likely to get caught up in all things Christmas rather than taking the time to look for a new home.  I do not concur with this notion.  Your home will not sell if you take it off the market.  It is my job as a realtor to take care of the showings and the marketing while yo ...

Home Prices Rise Modestly in Vancouver and Victoria

November 22nd, 2007
Vancouver, BC – November 21, 2007. British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports residential sales volume on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in BC climbed 23.5 per cent to $3.40 billion in October, compared to the same month last year. Residential unit sales increased 12.8 per cent to 7,358 units during the same period. The average MLS® residential price hit $462,912, up 9.5 ...

Fall: A Great Time to Buy a Home

November 1st, 2007
Late fall is a great time to be buying a new home.  A lot of people are starting to turn their attention to other things, leaving only the serious buyers in the mix.  Less buyers means less chance of getting into multiple offer situations.  And just think, if you find the right home, you could be celebrating Christmas there!

September 2007 Housing Market

October 7th, 2007
September 2007 Housing Market

Moving With Children

October 7th, 2007
Moving With Children     By Michael Giesbrecht Prudential Sussex Realty October 2007     Moving is an exciting time full of commotion that can be tough on everyone, including the children. The impact the move will have on kids usually is age-related. Babies, toddlers and young children tend to deal well with moving, while adolescents may resent and resist the m ...

Top 10 Fall Home Maintenance Suggestions

September 26th, 2007
1. Inspect heating and air systems. 2. Weatherproof windows and doors. 3. Upgrade to a smarter thermostat. 4. Make sure your gutters are sound. 5. Inspect your roof. 6. Check toilets and plumbing. 7. Inspect brickwork, stucco and siding. 8. Check out the attic 9. Ensure your yard is in shape. 10. Clean and repair outdoor areas.

August 2007 Housing Market

September 10th, 2007
August 2007 Housing Market

Record July for BC Home Sales

August 17th, 2007
Vancouver, BC – August 16, 2007. British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that residential sales volume on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in BC climbed 44 per cent to $4.66 billion in July, compared to the same month last year. Residential unit sales increased 25 per cent to 10,447 units during the same period, a record number of July transactions. The average MLS® ...
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