May 2024 Fraser Valley Real Estate Update May 17, 2024 Keep Up To Speed with Sale Prices in Your Neighbourhood! *|FNAME|*, “I feel more comfortable hiring a professional who has been recommended to me,” said just about everyone who’s ever looked for a good accountant, dentist, lawn care company, contractor – you name it. I suspect that’s no surprise to you. ... Read more →
From Finding a House to Feeling at Home May is “Moving Month,” as designated by the Better Business Bureau and Canadian Association of Movers.1 It also happens to kick off the peak moving season, which generally runs from May through September.2 According to a survey by Statistics Canada, respondents listed their top motivations for moving as “bigger or better housing&r... Read more →
From extreme cold to wildfires and floods, the past few years have brought a historic number of devastating climate and weather events to Canada. In 2023 alone, unusually harsh weather and a string of natural disasters caused more than $3.1 billion in insured damages, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada, making it the fourth most expensive weather year on record.1 These events de... Read more →
A Homeowner’s Guide Homeownership offers many advantages over renting, including a stable living environment, predictable monthly payments, and the freedom to make modifications. Neighborhoods with high rates of homeownership have less crime and more civic engagement. Additionally, studies show that homeowners are happier and healthier than renters, and their children do better in ... Read more →
How to Choose the Ideal Smaller Home When you've lived somewhere for many years, it can be tough to say goodbye. But if you (or a loved one) currently have a home that is bigger than necessary or is too high maintenance, it may be time to trade unused square footage for a smaller, more manageable space. Take it from the downsizers who’ve been there: Although living small might requ... Read more →
One of the best parts of owning a home is the freedom to make it truly your own with design choices that reflect your personality and lifestyle. Whether you lean toward contemporary design or a farmhouse aesthetic, your home is your canvas. Even so, it’s always smart to think about the long-term impact those decisions might have on your home’s value. Choosing over-personalize... Read more →
Real Estate Market Forecast: Opportunities for Home Buyers and Sellers in 2024 01Jan2024by Kevan Lewis Home buyers surprised everyone last spring when they shook off higher borrowing costs and showed up to new home sales in droves. The surge in competition for a still-limited pool of properties helped home prices pop and renewed sellers’ confidence in their ability to get top dolla... Read more →
Celebrate Sustainably: 5 Ideas for an Eco-Friendly Holiday at Home It's the most wonderful time of the year. But for many families with festive plans and hectic schedules, it's also the most wasteful. According to one survey, for example, 60% of respondents admitted to throwing away more than usual during the holiday months as they filled up their trash bins with uneaten food, wrapping p... Read more →
*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* November 2023 Fraser Valley Real Estate Update November 8, 2023 Keep Up To Speed with Sale Prices in Your Neighbourhood! Hi *|FNAME|*, Despite interest rates holding steady for 2 straight announcements, we have continued to see prices, sales numbers, and new listings decline through the month of October 2023. Although it may be premature to say the second rate hold di... Read more →
35 Tips to Furnish Your New Home for Less Buying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if you’re like most homebuyers, you’ll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer letter. But before you run to the nearest home goods store, take a deep breath. First, you’ll need to delay any major purchases before you... Read more →
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