Alisa Sakamoto : RE/MAX Westcoast (rmd1rd) : Archived blog posts for : 2014

Steveston South Open House THIS Sunday 2-4pm! 3 12333 English Ave, Richmond

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, March 2nd
from 2:00pm -4:00pm

#3 12333 English Ave, in *Impreial Landing* in Richmond (Steveston South)

This is the perfect opportunity to check out this outstanding townhouse for sale in gorgeous Steveston!

view from patio English

IMPERIAL LANDING - own an exceptional property in Steveston's most sought after LOCATION! Great floor plan, flexible to fit all your needs! CORNER unit, bright & spacious 1/2 duplex style home w/ white picket fenced in front yard. 2 Master Suites & attached DOUBLE garage w/ East & West exposure. The upstairs loft can be a 4th bdrm w/ FULL ensuite, office, nanny's room, games room, you name it! Includes 3 generous sized bdrms, large eating area off the kitchen w/ peak-a-boo view of the marina & west facing sundeck. Double glass sliding doors separate the dining room from the kitchen. Walking distance to waterfront boardwalk, community centre, park, shops, Fisherman's Wharf and the many amazing restaurants Steveston has to...

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FOR SALE: 3 12333 English Ave, Richmond

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

JUST LISTED in Brighouse South

#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

JUST LISTED in Steveston South
3 12333 English Ave, Richmond

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 3 12333 English Ave, Richmond, BC

ENGLISH AVE

IMPERIAL LANDING - own an exceptional property in Steveston's most sought after LOCATION! Great floor plan, flexible to fit all your needs! CORNER unit, bright & spacious 1/2 duplex style home w/ white picket fenced in front yard. 2 Master Suites & attached DOUBLE garage w/ East & West exposure. The upstairs loft can be a 4th bdrm w/ FULL ensuite, office, nanny's room, games room, you name it! Includes 3 generous sized bdrms, large eating area off the kitchen w/ peak-a-boo view of the marina & west facing sundeck. Double glass sliding doors separate the dining room from the kitchen. Walking distance to waterfront boardwalk, community centre, park, shops, Fisherman's Wharf and the many amazing restaurants Steveston has to offer!

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STEVESTON SOUTH Open House Sunday, February 22 2pm to 4pm!

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, February 15th from 2:00pm -4:00pm

#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond in THE LAGOONS (Steveston South)

This is the perfect opportunity to check out this fabulous ground floor condo for sale in beautiful Steveston South!

128 5600 ANDREWS

THE LAGOONS - Peaceful and charming riverside development with beautiful lagoon in Steveston South. This 873 SF unit has a wonderful open plan, 2 bedrooms, 2 FULL bathrooms PLUS 2 parking spots! Includes in-suite laundry, cozy gas fireplace and convenient private entrance. Large patio perfect for entertaining or gardening with a peak-a-boo view of the marina! Fresh paint & new carpets! Well managed complex with gym, bike room, billiards room, lounge, guest suite and onsite caretaker. What more could you ask for? Sought after location - stroll, run or bike along the community walkway to the waterfront boardwalk and the village with its quaint shops + restaurants. Pet friendly! Strata Fee includes gas, hot water + water/sewer...

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Steveston Village Open House Sunday, February 23rd 2pm to 4pm!

Posted on February 22, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

JUST LISTED in Brighouse South

#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23RD 2PM TO 4PM
3811 Garry Street, Richmond

3811 Garry

Custom home in the heart of Steveston: Steps to the historic village with its specialty shops, restaurants, and spas. McMath Secondary School and Lord Bying Elmentary School, and Steveston's belovved community with it's water park, playground, library, pool and outdoor recreation facilities. This home is nearly complete and showings are available at this time, call today.

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NEWSFLASH FOR 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS!!

Posted on February 18, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

February 18, 2014

Government reduces tax burden on first-time buyers

First-time home buyers received welcome news in today’s provincial budget. Any REALTORS® currently working with first-time buyers will want to share this news with them as soon as possible.

The government has announced, effective February 19, 2014, under the Property Transfer Tax (PTT) First-Time Home Buyers’ Exemption program, qualifying first-time buyers can buy a home worth up to $475,000. The previous threshold was $425,000.

The partial exemption continues and will apply to homes valued between $475,000 and $500,000.

With this change, the government estimates 1,700 additional first-time buyers will annually be eligible to save up to $7,500 in PTT when they buy their home.

The government estimates this measure will cost $8 million in lost tax revenue each year.

The Real Estate Board, together with BC Real Estate Association, has actively lobbied to make home ownership more affordable for first-time home...

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STEVESTON SOUTH Open House THIS Saturday!

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

FRESH ON THE MARKET - BE THE FIRST TO VIEW
* * * FIRST OPEN HOUSE * * *

Saturday, February 15th from 2:00pm -4:00pm

#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond in THE LAGOONS (Steveston South)

This is the perfect opportunity to check out this fabulous ground floor condo for sale in beautiful Steveston South!

5600 ANDREWS EXTERIOR

THE LAGOONS - Peaceful and charming riverside development with beautiful lagoon in Steveston South. This 873 SF unit has a wonderful open plan, 2 bedrooms, 2 FULL bathrooms PLUS 2 parking spots! Includes in-suite laundry, cozy gas fireplace and convenient private entrance. Large patio perfect for entertaining or gardening with a peak-a-boo view of the marina! Fresh paint & new carpets! Well managed complex with gym, bike room, billiards room, lounge, guest suite and onsite caretaker. What more could you ask for? Sought after location - stroll, run or bike along the community walkway to the waterfront boardwalk and the village with its quaint shops + restaurants. Pet friendly!...

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FOR SALE: 3813 Garry Street, Richmond

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

JUST LISTED in Brighouse South

#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

JUST LISTED in Steveston Village
3813 Garry Street, Richmond

I just finished uploading this House for sale, 3813 GARRY Street, Richmond

3813 Garry

Custom home in the heart of Steveston: Steps to the historic village with its specialty shops, restaurants, and spas. McMath Secondary School and Lord Bying Elmentary School, and Steveston's belovved community with it's water park, playground, library, pool and outdoor recreation facilities. This home is nearly complete and showings are available at this time, call today.

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FOR SALE: 3811 Garry Street, Richmond

Posted on February 12, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

JUST LISTED in Brighouse South

#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

JUST LISTED in Steveston Village
3811 Garry Street, Richmond

I just finished uploading this House for sale, 3811 GARRY Street, Richmond

3811 Garry

Custom home in the heart of Steveston: Steps to the historic village with its specialty shops, restaurants, and spas. McMath Secondary School and Lord Bying Elmentary School, and Steveston's belovved community with it's water park, playground, library, pool and outdoor recreation facilities. This home is nearly complete and showings are available at this time, call today.

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FOR SALE: 128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

Posted on February 11, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

JUST LISTED in Brighouse South

#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

JUST LISTED in Steveston South
#128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, #128 5600 Andrews Road, Richmond

THE LAGOONS - Peaceful and charming riverside development with beautiful lagoon in Steveston South. This 873 SF unit has a wonderful open plan, 2 bedrooms, 2 FULL bathrooms PLUS 2 parking spots! Includes in-suite laundry, cozy gas fireplace and convenient private entrance. Large patio perfect for entertaining or gardening with a peak-a-boo view of the marina! Freshly painted and new carpets in the bedrooms. Well managed complex with gym, bike room, billiards room, lounge, guest suite and onsite caretaker. What more could you ask for? Sought after location - stroll, run or bike along the community walkway to the waterfront boardwalk and the village with its quaint shops + restaurants. Pet friendly! Strata Fee includes gas, hot water + water/sewer bill. Shows beautifully! Call for your...

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The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Stats for January 2014

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Alisa Sakamoto

Steady trends continue in the Greater Vancouver housing market

VANCOUVER, BC. - February 4, 2014 - The first month of 2014 saw home sale and listing totals outpace historical averages in the Greater Vancouver housing market.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver reached 1,760 on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in January 2014. This represents a 30.3 per cent increase compared to the 1,351 sales recorded in January 2013, and a 9.9 per cent decline compared to the 1,953 sales in December 2013.

Last month’s sales were 7.2 per cent above the 10-year sales average for the month.

“The Greater Vancouver housing market has been in a balanced market for nearly a year. This has meant steady home sale and listing activity accompanied by stable home prices,” Sandra Wyant, REBGV president said.

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver ...

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