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The House Transformers BuiltDirector Michael Bay has put his Santa Barbara mansion on the market $6.8 million. The 5,400 square feet house was built in 1993 and designed by an architect Jan Hochhauser. The house features four bedrooms and four bathrooms, a guest house and an open layout that allows the beautiful surrounding landscape views into the interior design. Bay’s Santa Barbara mansion has a garage with a three vehicle ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on September 27, 2011
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Willow Street Lofts, Truro Nova ScotiaI was born and lived for 12 years in the town of Truro, a town in the very middle of Nova Scotia. Like my mother before me I attended Willow Street School from Kindergarten to grade 6 (mom and I actually had a teacher in common which is still a bit weird). A few things I learned while at Willow Street School:
Basketball is fun (though I haven't touched a ball in probably 5 years.
Math ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on September 27, 2011
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Coming Soon...Kits 360I received an email this morning regarding a great new condo project by Intergulf Development Group in Kits. Stay tuned for more info. Dear Craig, KITS360 is coming soon and we want to let you know first about the amazing qualities of this soon-to-be coveted community:
Spectacular views of downtown, False Creek, English Bay, the North Shore Mountains and beyond Prime Kitsilano location ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 11, 2011
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Smallworks Laneway CottagesI received this email from Smallworks today. I am really impressed with this company; they are doing very cool and creative things with small spaces. --- "At about half the price of our full-sized Laneway Houses, our new single-level Laneway Cottages have only marginally less living space and retain most of the amenities. Our building time is reduced by half and the municipal fees are ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 11, 2011
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5 Reasons to buy Real Estate in East Vancouver
East Vancouver is becoming a more and more popular place for people of all demographics to purchase Real Estate, both a place to live and an investment property. Here are my top 5 reasons you should consider East Vancouver for your next Real Estate purchase:
Room for growth. Unlike areas like Yaletown which has reached the proverbial ceiling as far as potential to increase in price East Vancouver ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 8, 2011
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December 2010; 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, ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on January 8, 2011
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CENTURY 21 Canada launches mobile siteThank you CENTURY 21 Canada for continuing to lead the way in online marketing and exposure. With the addition of the mobile site the exposure we are able to provide to our clients remains second to none. Via REM Century 21 Canada has launched a mobile web platform for users of popular hand-held devices and smart phones, including Blackberry, iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad and Google Android phones. Additional ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on August 1, 2010
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What is an Expired Listing and why do Listings Expire?Simply put an Expired Listing is a home that was for sale and did not sell during the term of the listing contract. This can be a very frustrating and confusing situation for Sellers who have not only worked hard to get their home ready and available for showings and Open Houses but have probably already planned their move and the next step in their lives. There are three main reason listing tend ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on June 3, 2010
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Vancouver's Olympic Village, Greenest Neighbourhood in the World! Via: CTV
The newly-constructed Vancouver neighbourhood housing Olympic and Paralympic athletes and coaches during the 2010 Games now has a new distinction to add to its resume: the world's greenest.
The Olympic Village in Vancouver's Southeast False Creek was awarded LEED Platinum certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Tuesday, certifying it as the greenest, most ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on March 12, 2010
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10 questions for homebuyers who want to go green Via the Wall Street JournalVia: WSJ For homebuyers, green is fast becoming a priority — whether it's because they want to reduce their energy costs, minimize their carbon footprint or improve indoor air quality.
Here are 10 questions that prospective buyers or renters ought to ask to find out how green a house or apartment is.
1. How big is it? The bigger the home, the more energy it uses. The U.S. Green Building ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on March 12, 2010
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What is a Loft?Everyone has their own definition of a loft, it has 2 floors, or is one open space, has exposed beams or concrete floors. What matters most is that lofts are incredible and unique spaces that can be used in almost any way the owner wants them to be.
From Wikipedia:
Loft Apartments
Loft apartments are apartments that are generally built from former industrial buildings. When ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on March 12, 2010
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The Residences at Sutter Brook VillageGot this email from a Developer this week:
INTRODUCING THE NEXT PHASE OF HIGH RISE LIVING AT SUTER BROOK VILLAGE.
We are pleased to announce that as of this Saturday, February 6th, The Residences will be open for previews. Nestled in a private corner of the master planned community but within close proximity to the vibrant Suter Brook Village, The Residences is the next phase of urban living ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 12, 2010
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Another Happy Client!Craig,
Thank you for all the effort you put into placing my unit on the market. The video/photos were amazing. I was thrilled to have an offer as quick as I did. -Julie, Condo Seller, Downtown Vancouver
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 5, 2010
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A New Year, A New Price. Exchange LivingI got this email today from Exchange Living with their new price list
Dear Craig,
What an amazing start to 2010! With the Winter Olympics right around the corner it's time to celebrate with a great opportunity at Exchange. Enjoy the lifestyle, create your living space, give in to your creativity, love coming home. You've waited long enough and with fresh new 2010 pricing and record low ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on February 5, 2010
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***Price Reduction*** Assignment Opportunity at Sold Out MacPherson Walk Now $399,000
South Burnaby's newest development; MacPherson Walk. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom ground level suite features 879 Square Feet of functional living space, and a 400+ square foot private patio and garden. BONUS 2 Parking included. This impressive development is situated on 7 acres of land with 3.8 acres dedicated to green space. This is an assignment of contract with completion Spring ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on November 23, 2009
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Price Reduction PH 408-1633 MacKay Avenue, North VancouverNow $459,900!
Open House Sunday 2-4pm
2 bedroom penthouse suite at Touchstone. This barely lived in suite features an open floor plan with stunning views to the Lions Gate Bridge. The 857 sf of functional living space includes 2 generously sized bedrooms along with 2 baths, separate dining area & balcony. The kitchen features never used S/S appliances, granite counters, breakfast ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on November 10, 2009
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Just Listed! #155-1100 East 29th Street, North VancouverLynn Valley's ever popular Highgate. This quiet garden suite faces Fromme [not 29th]. Featuring an open floor plan with 709 SqFt of functional living space, laminate floors throughout and a HUGE, private, fenced patio & garden. The large kitchen offers ample work and storage space, breakfast bar and thick granite counters. The 4 piece ensuite also has granite along w/a deep soaker tub. The living ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on September 21, 2009
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Just Listed! #408-1633 MacKay Avenue, North Vancouver; Touchstone
2 Bedroom Penthouse Suite at Touchstone. This barley lived in suite features an Open Floor Plan with stunning views to the Lions Gate Bridge. The 857 SqFt of functional living space includes 2 generously sized bedrooms along with 2 baths,separate dining area & balcony. The kitchen features never used S/S appliances, granite counters, breakfast bar and ample work/storage space. The ...
Posted by Craig Rushton
on August 21, 2009
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