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North Shore Bridge Traffic

March 28th, 2007
$800,000. was spent over the last 2 years on a technical study intending to come up with a solution to the frustrating approaches to the Lions Gate Bridge.  The authors looked at 20 different options and came to the conclusion that none of them would reduce commute times.  Well, that's how it goes.  West Vancouver and North Vancouver are among the best places to live in British Columbia, no ...

Real Estate & the Olympics

March 28th, 2007
The city of Richmond will be getting $141,000,000. from the sale of land adjacent to the speed skating oval.  The property will be developed by Aspac Developments Ltd. (Coal Harbour) and will be a planned community with up to 2000 housing units.

Multiple Offers

March 27th, 2007
Know what the property is worth. Know what the property is worth to you. Talk to your realtor about the best strategy for coming out on top.

Teaching An Old Dog New Tricks

March 22nd, 2007
If you find yourself living in an older home and are thinking about putting it on the market, here are some suggestions on what you can do to present it in its best light: Paint - Neutral colours are best and this is probably the best investment you will make. Hardwood Floors - I would suggest living room and hallway to start.  Hardwood just says quality and class and even having ...

Homeowner Grant

March 20th, 2007
The basic homeowner's grant is $570, as long as the assessed value of your home is less than $950,000.  If you are a senior or a veteran or if you are physically challenged, you may receive an additional $275.  The grant is reduced by $5 for every additional $1000 your home is assessed above $950,000. If your home is worth over $1,060,000 there is no homeowner grant for you.  Seniors lose t ...

Stunning Oceanfront Property

March 12th, 2007
This is how a billionaire lives.  Since this residence is not currently on the market, call me today to help you find a comparable property in West Vancouver. 

Need Extra Space? Try Storage

March 12th, 2007
Need Extra Space? Try Storage By Michael Giesbrecht Prudential Sussex Realty March  2007 If lack of space for your belongings is an issue for you, off-site storage may be the right solution. You don’t have to be a pack rat to find yourself needing extra space. You could be renovating a room and need somewhere to house the contents. Perhaps you need to move into smaller qua ...

Real Estate Board Statistics

March 12th, 2007
The total number of active listings in Greater Vancouver for the month of February increased by 24% when compared to February 2006 (7,766 to 9,670).  Average days on market went from 58 to 49 when comparing January of this year with February.  More listings and less days on market would seem to indicate that we can expect a robust spring housing market. Detached Sales Highlights, 1 Ye ...

Spring Ahead

March 11th, 2007
Daylight Saving Time is early this year, so don't forget to set your clocks 1 hour ahead at 2:00 am today.  It would also be a good time to change the batteries in your smoke detectors.

Downtown Vancouver Open House Musings

March 4th, 2007
I really enjoyed the Open House I held today at 3203-1199 Seymour St.  You meet all kinds of interesting people from all walks of life at the Opens and today was no exception.  Business owners, professors, artists and artisans...they were all through today and I enjoyed talking to each one of them.  The views from this apartment are outstanding and it's great when people are enthusiastic abou ...
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