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Hot New Listing! Stunning Sub PH at 1077 Marinaside Cres; 2 bdrm, 2.5 Bath; huge outdoor area, and amazing views...#2502Rarely available will you find over 2800 sqft of both entertainment sized indoor & outdoor spaces with stunning unobstructed views!! This completely redesigned gorgeous home offers a truly stylish lifestyle in a prestigious waterfront neighborhood .This former 3 bdrm home has been transformed into a spacious 2 bdrm & den home with 2.5 baths & 3 parking. The gourmet kitchen, spacious living, ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on May 3, 2012
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Greater Vancouver housing market trends near long-term averages as spring market approachesCloser alignment between home buyer and seller activity helped bring greater balance to the Greater Vancouver housing market in February.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver reached 2,545 on the MLS® system in February 2012. This represents a 61.4 per cent increase compared to the 1,577 sales recorded in January 2012, ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on March 12, 2012
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Selection broadens and demand eases to kick off 2012 in the Greater Vancouver housing marketVANCOUVER, B.C. – February 6, 2012 – Greater Vancouver home sellers were more active than buyers in January and overall home prices, according to the new MLS® Home Price Index (MLS® HPI), continued to experience more stability and less fluctuation compared to the beginning of 2011.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on February 6, 2012
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Balanced real estate market prevailed through much of 2011VANCOUVER, B.C. – January 4, 2012 – The 2011 Greater Vancouver housing market began with heightened demand in regional hot spots and concluded with greater balance between seller supply and buyer demand.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that total sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in 2011 reached 32,390, a 5.9 per cent increase from the 30,595 ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on January 4, 2012
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Historically normal activity keeps the Greater Vancouver housing market in a balanced stateVANCOUVER, B.C. – December 2, 2011 – The Greater Vancouver housing market saw relatively typical home sale and listing activity in November.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties on the region’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) reached 2,360 in November. This represents a ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on December 5, 2011
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Home listings continue to rise in the Greater VancouverConsistent increases in property listings and fewer home sales over the summer months has helped move the Greater Vancouver housing market into the upper end of a buyers’ market.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties on the region’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) reached 2,246 ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on November 1, 2011
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Greater Vancouver home sales trend toward buyers’ market over summerVANCOUVER, B.C. - September 2, 2011 - August marked the third consecutive month that home sale activity in Greater Vancouver was below the 10-year average for the month. In contrast, home listing activity in the region has exceeded the 10-year norm every month since the beginning of the year.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on September 26, 2011
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Active home sellers bring greater selection to the Greater Vancouver Housing MarketWhile the balance between home buyer and seller activity remains in an equilibrium range in the Greater Vancouver housing market, last month’s home sale total was below the 10-year average for July.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties on the region’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on August 22, 2011
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$40 Million for a rebuild?Bidding wars on tear down properties are no longer raising eyebrows on the Canadian west coast. International buyers want water views, upscale communities, and a home designed to suit every possible fancy.
West Vancouver, British Columbia, is one of the most expensive suburbs in Canada with the average home valued over $1.5 Million. The waterfront community boasts some of the most spectacular views ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on July 19, 2011
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Summer housing market trends toward balance after an active spring seasonHome sellers outpaced buyers on Greater Vancouver’s Multiple Listings Service® (MLS®) in June, drawing the market back toward balance this summer.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties reached 3,262 in June, a 9.8 per cent increase compared to the 2,972 sales in June 2010 and a 3.4 per ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on July 5, 2011
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Greater Vancouver housing market holds steady and favours sellers in May
Home sales remained at typical springtime levels on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver in May. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver reached 3,377 in May 2011, a 7 per cent increase compared to the 3,156 sales in May 2010 and a 4.7 per ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on June 2, 2011
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Greater Vancouver housing market sees typical spring activity in AprilGreater Vancouver saw a typical, solid month of residential home sales on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in April, in contrast to the near record pace witnessed in the two preceding months.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver reached 3,225 in April 2011, ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on May 6, 2011
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Home buyers and sellers enter the housing market at near record pace in MarchActivity in the Greater Vancouver housing market continued to strengthen in March with both the number of homes sold and added to the region’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) reaching near record levels.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in Greater Vancouver reached 4,080 ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on April 6, 2011
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REBGV reports increased housing demand in FebruaryDemand for detached homes continues to be strong across Greater Vancouver, with particularly high sales volumes occurring in Richmond and Vancouver Westside.
For the past two months, the number of properties listed for sale and those sold on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Greater Vancouver outpaced the 10-year average in both categories. From a historical perspective, February’s ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on March 4, 2011
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Please Pass by my 2 Open Houses this Weekend / 1350 W 6th from 1 - 4 Saturday and 550 Pacific Sat & Sun from 2 - 4 PM9 - 1350 West 6th Avenue; Completely redone 1 bdrm with Office $479,000 / Open Saturday 1 - 4 PM
This amazing 1 bdrm & den town home with private/secure front entry has been redesigned by Vilimek Design. Completely redone, shows like NEW. It is the Pepper Ridge at South Granville/Fairview, a RAINSCREEN w/FULL WARRANTY building! Just steps away from Granville Island. Beautifully refinished ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on February 15, 2011
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Real estate market stable at year-end
The Greater Vancouver residential housing market entered three distinctive phases in 2010. Continued buoyancy from the post-recession recovery began the year, followed by a summer lull and, throughout the fall, a sustained period of stability.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that total sales of detached, attached and apartment properties in 2010 reached 30,595, a 14.2 ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on January 11, 2011
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10th Annual Vancouver Giants Teddy Bear Toss is happening this Friday December 10th! Fun Charity Event for the whole family :) ARTICLE FROM THE PROVINCE NEWSPAPER, DEC 9TH 2010
Thousands of projectiles will be launched into the air at Friday’s Vancouver Giants game, though avid hockey fans needn’t worry about wearing hard hats.
In stark contrast to an errant puck, these flying fur balls will be soft, cuddly and likely looking for a hug.
It’s the 10th year for the Giants’ annual Teddy Bear ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on December 9, 2010
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Home sales remain steady in Greater VancouverGreater Vancouver home sales have remained steady over the past four months, indicating stability in the residential housing market. With the MLS® sales to active listing inventory ratio indicating a buyers’ market, properties appropriately priced are selling.
According to the MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI), the benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on November 15, 2010
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JUST LISTED! Rare parcel of land with stunning views of Vancouver with designs in place for 3 stunning and unique buildingsThe listing price includes the 3 building estate shown at camelotestatedotcom with the vendor arranging for the build-out. If the purchaser wants their own design - the land only cost is $25M. The property is located at the top of 21st Ave. in West Vancouver overlooking downtown, the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island & the US. The 5.44 acres has views from all parts, encompasses 3 legal lots and ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on October 12, 2010
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Fall 2010 Weather Outlook from the Weather NetworkI was going through the internet this morning and while checking the weather for the day on the Weather Network I came across their predicted forecast for this Fall. I thought it would be interesting to pass along. Thanks El Niño!
"British Columbia Temperatures for the fall period are expected to be near normal with the exception of the north coast of BC where temperatures are expected to ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on September 9, 2010
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Buyer’s Market Conditions Continue in Greater VancouverConditions in the Greater Vancouver housing market continued to favour buyers in August. Since April, prices have edged down slightly as the number of sales and the number of properties coming on to the market has been declining.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that the number of residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totaled 2,202 in August 2010. This represents ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on September 9, 2010
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Homebuyers and sellers less active in July
Home sales activity in Greater Vancouver was quieter last month than most Julys over the past decade, with residential sales, prices, and the number of homes listed for sale trending downward in recent months.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that the number of residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totalled 2,255 in July 2010. This represents a 45.2 per cent ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on August 9, 2010
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Activity Steady to Start the Summer SeasonThe Greater Vancouver housing market experienced steady activity to begin the summer season. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater Vancouver totaled 2,972 in June 2010, a decline of 30.2 per cent compared to the 4,259 sales in June 2009, which was the second highest selling June on record.
“Activity in June marked a healthy balance ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on July 6, 2010
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Here's an interesting article regarding the HST that comes in effect in Ontario and B.C. July 1HST hits Ontario and B.C. July 1, with different results
The Canadian Press
Date: Monday Jun. 28, 2010 2:20 PM ET
TORONTO — The harmonized sales tax about to take effect in British Columbia and Ontario is proof of Benjamin Franklin's assertion that "'in this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes."
Funerals are just one of many services and goods previously ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on June 28, 2010
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Luxury at its Finest! Gorgeous Home located in the British Properties of West VancouverAccess the property by the dual gated driveway which leads to the 3 car garage and main entrance of this modern designed home. This main floor features a gym area, entrance to the garage, mud room, large laundry room with full size W/D, 2 large bdrms (with ensuites) & 2 master bdrms with exquisite ensuites. The larger master bdrm also has a corner gas f/p, huge walk-in closet with custom built ...
Posted by Charles Bilash
on June 7, 2010
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