Summer’s Here

Well folks, whether we know it or not summer has hit the Fraser Valley, from a real estate stand point that is. Even thought we have only seen short glimpses of the sun this year and no prolonged periods of warmth, we have seen a classic summer market creep up on us very quickly. There [...]

Fraser Valley Real Estate Stats: May 2010

I will do my best to give you a quick overview of what is happening in the Fraser Valley Real Estate market place and then give you a link at the end for all the numbers and specific details. Inventory is on the rise which is great news, for buyers. It means you have selection [...]

HST myths vs. facts

I read this article in the realtor news letter this month and I didn’t think I could explain the new HST rules any better so I thought I would republish this here for you all to read. Hope this sheds some light on the situation. HST myths vs. facts One of the many hats a [...]

Fraser Valley Real Estate Stats for February 2010

Once again it’s time for another quick stats summary of what’s happening here in the Fraser Valley Real Estate Market, and it is looking like all signs are good for a strong spring. Sales where up 23% over January this year and a whopping 77% up for February last year, which is quite staggering. The [...]

LIVE Online Real Estate Show

Hi, I just wanted to take a brief moment to share with you all that I will be starting a LIVE online real estate TV show and would love to see you all out at our first LIVE broadcast this coming Monday night at 6 pm Pacific. We will be LIVE on uStream and the [...]

Mortgage Rules Change Again For Canada

Well if you haven’t already heard the Canadian mortgage rules and requirements are changing once again. I will make this short and sweet so it won’t bore you to death. 2 major changes happening: 1. First-time home buyers will now have to qualify for a 5 year fixed term mortgage not just a variable. 2. [...]