When you’re preparing your home for sale, it’s not unusual to need to
fix up a few things around the property. After all, you want your home
to look its best to buyers, so that you get good offers, quickly.

What do you need to fix? Here are three categories that will help you
create and prioritize your list.

1. Anything that squeaks or creaks.

Is there something in your home that makes a noise it shouldn’t be
making? Perhaps it’s a rattling closet door or a creaking floor board?
You may be so used to it you no longer notice the sound. But buyers
will. Be sure to get those items fixed.

2. Anything that’s unsightly.

You don’t have to make your home look perfect. However, things that
are unsightly will likely get buyers’ attention. You want them to focus
on the terrific features of your property, not the scuff on the wall.

Take a walk through your property, including the yard. Pretend you’re
the buyer. Do you notice anything that doesn’t look good? If so, tidy it
up, fix it up or replace it.

3. Anything that’s broken.

If there’s anything that needs repair — an outside tap that’s not
working, or a sliding door that regularly careens off its runner — call
the contractor or fix it yourself.

Getting these items fixed will go a long way toward making your
home appealing to buyers.

Want more tips on preparing your home for sale? Call me today 604-644-1044

OPEN HOUSE: SAT/SUN MAR 24/25 2PM TO 4PM
17 11391 7TH AVE, RICHMOND

I am proud to announce that this weekend, Mar 24th & 25th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM I will be hosting an Open House at unit 17 11391 7TH AVENUE in the Steveston Village neighborhood, Richmond. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Townhouse for sale in beautiful Steveston Village.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Steveston Village Townhouse for sale.

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.

Alisa Sakamoto
REALTOR® RE/MAX WESTCOAST

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 17 11391 7TH AVENUE, Steveston Village, Richmond

Live the STEVESTON LIFESTYLE in this beautiful, fully upgraded 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2 STOREY townhome in MARINERS VILLAGE. This must -see property is bright & spacious at almost 1500 SF! Features a western exposed fully fenced in backyard - perfect for BBQ’s. Unbeatable location just steps to the club house with an indoor pool, sauna & whirlpool for year round enjoyment! Conveniently located within walking distance to the dyke, Garry Point Park & The Village. Fabulous open concept kitchen w/ S/S appl, granite counters and lots of storage inside & out. Good sized dining & living room – great for entertaining! 3 large bdrms w/ vaulted ceilings! The perfect FAMILY HOME you won’t want to miss. Move in ready! 

I just SOLD this House, 11411 WILLIAMS ROAD, Ironwood, Richmond

Quality home with custom build. The thoughtful layout of this well kept 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths home, featuring all high end finishings. Spacious kitchen, S/S appliances, granite counters, European tiling, radiant heating, and well designed walk-in closet off the master. Three separate entrance for multi family or mortgage helper. Conveniently located close to schools, transit, amenities and shopping! School Catchment: Kingswood Elementary, McNair Secondary.

FIRST OPEN HOUSE: 507 2789 Shaughnessy Street, Port Coquitlam
SUNDAY, MARCH 12TH 2PM TO 4PM

I am proud to announce that this Mar 12th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM I will be hosting an Open House at 2789 SHAUGHNESSY STREET in the Central Port Coquitlam neighborhood. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Port Coquitlam.

Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Central Port Coquitlam Condo for sale.

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.

Alisa Sakamoto
REALTOR® RE/MAX WESTCOAST

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 507 2789 SHAUGHNESSY STREET, Central Port Coquitlam

THE SHAUGHNESSY – the one & only CONCRETE high-rise at Lions Park. This great 1 bdrm offers a spacious open concept w/ 9' ceilings & oversized windows providing lots of natural light. Gourmet kitchen featuring quartz counters, soft close cabinets, breakfast bar, double under-mounted sinks & S/S appl. Nice balcony w/ views of Mt. Baker! Good sized bdrm w/ walk thru (complete with closet organizers) to the cheater ensuite. Superb amenities: concierge, rooftop garden patio w/ BBQ, yoga & theatre rm, gym, rec. rm w/ pool table & MORE! Conveniently located to recreation, schools, TRANSIT (Westcoast & Evergreen), parks/trails, shopping & restaurants. 1 storage + 1 parking. Rental & Pet friendly! 

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 607 1146 HARWOOD STREET, West End VW, Vancouver West

THE LAMPLIGHTER – one of the West End's BEST and most coveted CONCRETE high-rises right in the heart of the Sunset Beach/Davie St neighbourhood. This 1 bdrm CORNER unit is located just 2 blocks from the beach, walking distance to Downtown, seawall, shopping & an abundance of restaurants. Tons of natural light with south & west exposure. Open balcony with city and partial water views. Includes a storage locker & parking for $35/month. Refurbished lobby and common areas, recently re-plumbed, renewed parking membrane and landscaping. No rental restrictions! Ideal for a first time home buyer or investor. Well managed building with proactive strata council and onsite caretaker. No pets allowed. Don't miss out on this opportunity! 

The stats from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver have been released for February. While home sales are not happening at the pace we experienced last year, home seller supply is still struggling to keep up with today’s demand - this is the lowest number of new listings registered in February since 2003. This is why we’ve seen little downward pressure on home prices, particularly in the condominium and townhome markets

Please let me know if you have any questions, I look forward to helping you!

Low supply continues to limit Metro Vancouver home buyers

VANCOUVER, BC – March 2, 2017 – Reluctance amongst Metro Vancouver* home sellers is impacting sale and price activity throughout the region’s housing market.

Residential home sales in the region totalled 2,425 in February 2017. This is a 41.9 per cent decrease from the record 4,172 homes sold in February 2016 and an increase of 59.2 per cent compared to January 2017 when 1,523 homes sold.

Last month’s sales were 7.7 per cent below the 10-year February sales average.

“February home sales were well below the record-breaking activity from one year ago and in line with our long-term historical average for the month,” Dan Morrison, Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) president said. “Limited supply and snowy weather were two factors hampering this activity.”

New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Metro Vancouver totalled 3,666 in February 2017. This represents a 36.9 per cent decrease compared to the 5,812 units listed in February 2016 and an 11.4 per cent decrease compared to January 2017 when 4,140 properties were listed.

This is the lowest number of new listings registered in February since 2003.

The total number of properties currently listed for sale on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Metro Vancouver is 7,594, a four per cent increase compared to February 2016 (7,299) and a 4.9 per cent increase compared to January 2017 (7,238).

The region’s sales-to-active listings ratio for February 2017 is 31.9 per cent, a 10-point increase from January. Generally, analysts say that downward pressure on home prices occurs when the ratio dips below the 12 per cent mark for a sustained period, while home prices often experience upward pressure when it surpasses 20 per cent over several months.

“While home sales are not happening at the pace we experienced last year, home seller supply is still struggling to keep up with today’s demand. This is why we’ve seen little downward pressure on home prices, particularly in the condominium and townhome markets,” Morrison said.

The MLS® Home Price Index composite benchmark price for all residential properties in Metro Vancouver is currently $906,700. This represents a 2.8 per cent decrease over the past six months and a 1.2 per cent increase compared to January 2017.

Sales of detached properties in February 2017 reached 745, a decrease of 58.1 per cent from the 1,778 detached sales recorded in February 2016. The benchmark price for detached properties is $1,474,200. This represents a 6.5 per cent decrease over the past six months and is unchanged compared to January 2017.

Sales of apartment properties reached 1,275 in February 2017, a decrease of 28.8 per cent compared to the 1,790 sales in February 2016.The benchmark price of an apartment property is $526,300. This represents a 2.3 per cent increase over the past six months and a 2.7 per cent increase compared to January 2017.

Attached property sales in February 2017 totalled 404, a decrease of 33.1 per cent compared to the 604 sales in February 2016. The benchmark price of an attached unit is $675,500. This represents a 0.3 per cent decrease over the past six months and a 1.3 per cent increase compared to January 2017.

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