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Province Backs Vancouver Plan to Tax Vacant Homes
Now that the provincial government has given Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson the green light to impose a tax on empty homes, we await the details of its implementation.
June 2016 Market Report
Home sales cooled slightly in June, but were still significantly higher than reported one year ago. In June 2016, 713 single-family homes sold on the MLS® System compared to 636 last June, an increase of 12 per cent. Month over month, sales decreased by seven per cent from the 767 sales processed in May 2016.
5 Things to Know When Buying a Foreclosure
So, you’re surfing MLS and a listing catches your attention… it’s perfect! You get on the phone to contact you realtor, and find out soon after that the home is a foreclosure!
Helpful Moving Checklist
Moving is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful. Whether you’re doing it yourself, asking friends for a little help or hiring professionals, here is your moving guide to help get you through it.
Top FOUR Reasons You Should Hire a REALTOR®:
A professional REALTOR® can assist you through your entire buying experience, creating a good experience. This is a core value of dg|associates and we understand that when you are buying your home, you will be professionally guided through the entire process.
17 Grants and Rebates for Property Buyers and Owners
Many grants and financial assistance programs are offered by the various government levels to help you optimize your home comfort and reduce your energy bills. Check the list below…
Market Update May 2016
Nanaimo housing market is firmly in seller’s territory, with buyer demand continuing to outpace supply in most areas…
4 Tips for Surviving Multiple Offers
Nanaimo’s housing market has been moving at a record pace, creating what is commonly known as a “seller’s market” in many areas. That is all well and good for sellers, but where does that leave the buyers?
Tips for a Worry-Free Moving Day!
There is only one thing that will ensure that moving day is stress-free… organization. Making preparations before the big day will help to make sure that everything runs smoothly and you’re ready to take on any glitches.
5 Mistakes of First Time Buyers & How to Avoid Them
Exciting, amazing, and scary… just among a few of the emotions first time home buyers experience. Buying your first home is something you will probably never forget, hopefully for all the right reasons! To help make this purchase a positive experience we have assembled a list of 5 common mistakes that first-time buyers can make, and how you can avoid them.
6 Things To Know About Mortgages
Mortgage regulations have changed significantly over the last few years, making your options wider than ever. Subtle changes in the way you approach mortgage shopping, and even small differences in the way you structure your mortgage, can cost or save you literally thousands of dollars and years of expense.
