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Sunday, Septebmer 29th from 2:00pm -4:00pm 


5828 Cove Link Road, Ladner (Neilsen Grove)

This is the perfect opportunity to check out this gorgeous 4 bedroom home for sale in Neilsen Grove, Ladner.


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Marina Garden Estates Beauty! Form and Function, Style and Space--You will love coming home to this 4 bedroom PLUS den home,with brand new wide plank hardwood floors, radiant in floor heat, granite counters, gourmet-lover's kitchen with high end appliances, 5 burner stove and beverage centre, hardi-plank siding, tile roof. This home has it all-Sun all day with North West and South East exposure, close to the Marina, Park and Trails, Golf Course development, Nielsen Grove Elementary catchment--this is THE ONE! Call now to view!
 
Please come with any questions you may have. As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604.644.1044 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.  In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Neilsen Grove House for sale.


Alisa Sakamoto

RE/MAX Westcoast 

 


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JUST LISTED in Terra Nova
STANFORD PLACE - #62 6888 Robson Drive
, Richmond


I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 62 6888 Robson Drive
, Richmond, BC

Living/Dining Robson St

 

STANFORD PLACE built by Polygon is a well managed complex located in desirable Terra Nova neighbourhood! This fabulous 1255 SF, 3 level townhome offers 2 bed, 2.5 bath PLUS den (was garage not included in SF) with southern exposure frontgarden and a private yard. Open layout kitchen with eat-in area, walk out sundeck, functional living & dining room with cozy gas fireplace make entertaining in this home a breeze! Fresh paint throughout. Superb amenities which include an outdoor pool, fitness centre, playground and clubhouse! Take a stroll to Terra Nova shopping center, Spul'u'kwuks Elementary/Burnett Secondary, dyke trails, park, Quilchena Golf course and public transit. Shows beautifully, call to book your private showing!

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Advice from Renovators
When a group of professional renovators were asked what design and planning advice they most often give to their customers, here is what they said.
Know why you want to renovate. What problems are you trying to solve? Most renovations begin with practical issues. For instance, your bathroom may be cramped, you need more storage space in the kitchen, or there is nowhere for the children to play or do homework under your supervision.
Evaluate the structure, systems and general condition of your house. With your renovator, list the repairs and replacements likely to be required over the next two, five and 10 years. If necessary, be prepared to make trade-offs between lifestyle improvements and work needed to keep your home in good shape.
Work with the strengths of your home. And save money at the same time. Check under existing carpeting and sheet flooring for old hardwood flooring. Refinish old trim and molding rather than replace it. Resurface cabinets rather than installing new ones. Turn a large landing into a child's play area, a quiet reading area or a small home office.
Keep it simple. A complex design can result in complicated and expensive construction. Whether you want to build on to your home, change roof lines or reconfigure interior space, consult with a professional renovator on the impact of design on construction and budget. Less complex designs will often let you achieve the same goals.
Don't just focus on the upfront cost. Renovation is a further investment in your home. Consider the time, energy and cost required on ongoing maintenance and possible replacement down the road. A well-planned renovation can reduce these future costs.
Don't cut corners to save a few dollars, or you may not get the results you want. There may be ways to stretch a limited budget or you may be able to scale down your project or alternatively, do it in phases over time. But don't compromise on quality-it's always better to do less and do it well.
Check local bylaws. Before you get too involved in a particular design for adding to or substantially altering your home, you or your renovator need to know the local regulations-for instance, lot-line setbacks or septic tank requirements.
Look at your neighbourhood. Exterior changes or additions that blend with the existing streetscape will probably add the most value to your home, and they will usually be appreciated the most by your neighbours. If you do want a design with a difference, think about ways of complementing neighbouring homes.
Don't worry about trends. Design trends come and go. First and foremost, plan for comfort, ease of living and personal satisfaction. Enjoy exploring options and possibilities-then design the renovation that is uniquely right for you and your family.
 

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Advice from Renovators


When a group of professional renovators were asked what design and planning advice they most often give to their customers, here is what they said.

Know why you want to renovate. What problems are you trying to solve? Most renovations begin with practical issues. For instance, your bathroom may be cramped, you need more storage space in the kitchen, or there is nowhere for the children to play or do homework under your supervision.

Evaluate the structure, systems and general condition of your house. With your renovator, list the repairs and replacements likely to be required over the next two, five and 10 years. If necessary, be prepared to make trade-offs between lifestyle improvements and work needed to keep your home in good shape.

Work with the strengths of your home. And save money at the same time. Check under existing carpeting and sheet flooring for old hardwood flooring. Refinish old trim and molding rather than replace it. Resurface cabinets rather than installing new ones. Turn a large landing into a child's play area, a quiet reading area or a small home office.

Keep it simple. A complex design can result in complicated and expensive construction. Whether you want to build on to your home, change roof lines or reconfigure interior space, consult with a professional renovator on the impact of design on construction and budget. Less complex designs will often let you achieve the same goals.

Don't just focus on the upfront cost. Renovation is a further investment in your home. Consider the time, energy and cost required on ongoing maintenance and possible replacement down the road. A well-planned renovation can reduce these future costs.

Don't cut corners to save a few dollars, or you may not get the results you want. There may be ways to stretch a limited budget or you may be able to scale down your project or alternatively, do it in phases over time. But don't compromise on quality-it's always better to do less and do it well.

Check local bylaws. Before you get too involved in a particular design for adding to or substantially altering your home, you or your renovator need to know the local regulations-for instance, lot-line setbacks or septic tank requirements.

Look at your neighbourhood. Exterior changes or additions that blend with the existing streetscape will probably add the most value to your home, and they will usually be appreciated the most by your neighbours. If you do want a design with a difference, think about ways of complementing neighbouring homes.

Don't worry about trends. Design trends come and go. First and foremost, plan for comfort, ease of living and personal satisfaction. Enjoy exploring options and possibilities-then design the renovation that is uniquely right for you and your family.

Courtesy of http://www.chba.ca 
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Saturday, September 7th from 1:30pm -3:30pm 


11500 Plover Drive, Westwind, Richmond

 This is the perfect opportunity to visit this excellent home for sale in the beautiful Westwind neighborhood.

Plover


Be the first to view! Come home to comfort, in this lovely 4 bedroom split level Westwind beauty with everything you need close by. Enjoy the renovated kitchen with newer counters, newer cabinets and appliances, an updated furnace and hot water tank, 2" blinds and, more. Entertain and relax in your fully fenced private backyard and walk to nearby Westwind Elementary School, Steveston shops, restaurants, parks and the South dyke trail. 
 
Please come with any questions you may have. As always please do not hesitate to give me a call at 604.644.1044 if I can answer any questions before the open house, or if you would like to book a private showing.  In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Westwind House for sale.


Alisa Sakamoto

RE/MAX Westcoast 

 


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September 4, 2013
The summer housing market remains active in Greater Vancouver
August activity in the Greater Vancouver housing market finished well above last year’s pace and slightly below the 10-year average for the month.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver reached 2,514 on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in August 2013. This represents a 52.5 per cent increase compared to the 1,649 sales recorded in August 2012, and a 14.7 per cent decline compared to the 2,946 sales in July 2013.
Last month’s sales were 4.6 per cent below the 10-year sales average for the month.
“We’ve seen a healthy amount of demand in the marketplace this summer compared to the number of homes listed for sale,” Sandra Wyant, REBGV president said. “The market today is much stronger than we saw last year and is consistent with our long-term averages for this time of year.”
New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 4,186 in August. This represents a 3.5 per cent increase compared to the 4,044 new listings reported in August 2012 and a 13.8 per cent decline from the 4,854 new listings in July of this year.
The total number of properties currently listed for sale on the MLS® in Greater Vancouver is 16,027, which is an 8.8 per cent decrease compared to August 2012 and a 3.6 per cent decline from July 2013.
The sales-to-active-listings ratio currently sits at 15.7 per cent in Greater Vancouver. This ratio remains consistent with balanced market conditions.
“People entering the market should not confuse stronger sales activity with rising prices. Home prices have been quite stable and consistent for much of this year,” Wyant said.
The MLS® Home Price Index composite benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver is currently $601,500. This represents a 1.3 per cent decline compared to August 2012 and an increase of 2.3 per cent since the beginning of 2013.
Sales of detached properties reached 1,052 in August 2013, an increase of 69 per cent from the 624 detached sales recorded in August 2012, and a 3.1 per cent increase from the 1,020 units sold in August 2011. The benchmark price for detached properties decreased 2 per cent from August 2012 to $923,700.
Sales of apartment properties reached 1,018 in August 2013, an increase of 40.4 per cent compared to the 725 sales in August 2012, and an increase of 6.6 per cent compared to the 955 sales in August 2011. The benchmark price of an apartment property decreased 1.1 per cent from August 2012 to $366,100.
Attached property sales in August 2013 totalled 444, an increase of 48 per cent compared to the 300 sales in August 2012, and a 10.2 per cent increase from the 403 attached properties sold in August 2011. The benchmark price of an attached unit decreased 1.1 per cent between August 2012 and 2013 to $457,000.
NEWSFLASH

The summer housing market remains active in Greater Vancouver

September 4, 2013 - Vancouver, BC - August activity in the Greater Vancouver housing market finished well above last year’s pace and slightly below the 10-year average for the month.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver reached 2,514 on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in August 2013. This represents a 52.5 per cent increase compared to the 1,649 sales recorded in August 2012, and a 14.7 per cent decline compared to the 2,946 sales in July 2013.

Last month’s sales were 4.6 per cent below the 10-year sales average for the month.
“We’ve seen a healthy amount of demand in the marketplace this summer compared to the number of homes listed for sale,” Sandra Wyant, REBGV president said. “The market today is much stronger than we saw last year and is consistent with our long-term averages for this time of year.”

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver totalled 4,186 in August. This represents a 3.5 per cent increase compared to the 4,044 new listings reported in August 2012 and a 13.8 per cent decline from the 4,854 new listings in July of this year.

The total number of properties currently listed for sale on the MLS® in Greater Vancouver is 16,027, which is an 8.8 per cent decrease compared to August 2012 and a 3.6 per cent decline from July 2013.

The sales-to-active-listings ratio currently sits at 15.7 per cent in Greater Vancouver. This ratio remains consistent with balanced market conditions.

“People entering the market should not confuse stronger sales activity with rising prices. Home prices have been quite stable and consistent for much of this year,” Wyant said.

The MLS® Home Price Index composite benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver is currently $601,500. This represents a 1.3 per cent decline compared to August 2012 and an increase of 2.3 per cent since the beginning of 2013.

Sales of detached properties reached 1,052 in August 2013, an increase of 69 per cent from the 624 detached sales recorded in August 2012, and a 3.1 per cent increase from the 1,020 units sold in August 2011. The benchmark price for detached properties decreased 2 per cent from August 2012 to $923,700.

Sales of apartment properties reached 1,018 in August 2013, an increase of 40.4 per cent compared to the 725 sales in August 2012, and an increase of 6.6 per cent compared to the 955 sales in August 2011. The benchmark price of an apartment property decreased 1.1 per cent from August 2012 to $366,100.

Attached property sales in August 2013 totalled 444, an increase of 48 per cent compared to the 300 sales in August 2012, and a 10.2 per cent increase from the 403 attached properties sold in August 2011. The benchmark price of an attached unit decreased 1.1 per cent between August 2012 and 2013 to $457,000.

Courtesy of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver 
 
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