Commuting can be such a drag. That’s why so many homebuyers are drawn to the Grandview area in South Surrey (Morgan Heights). A short 10-minute stroll to Grandview Corners will bring you to the coffee shop (Mink Cafe), the kitchen store, the salon and more. But it’s the area’s proximity to Richmond, YVR, South Surrey Park & Ride and the …
Top Ten House Staging Tips to Help You get More for your Home When You Sell it.
Thinking about selling your house? Taking a bit of extra time to consider the following suggestions can definitely help make a better first impression and help your home stand out from the others. Here’s the top 10 home staging suggestions, as recommended by professional home stagers: 1. Keep it clean Look at your home as though you’re seeing it for …
Does the quality of photographs matter when trying to sell your home?
I find it interesting that so many Realtors don’t place a priority on the promotional materials used to feature the homes they are trying to sell. Especially considering that most home buyers are now being introduced to the home for the first time online – you’d think that quality photographs would be essential. When poor photographs are used to feature …
Affordable Housing in the Lower Mainland, BC
LOOKING FOR GREATER AFFORDABILITY? HEAD TO FRASER VALLEY SURREY, BC – According to the president of the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB), international affordability studies regarding Vancouver are misleading because they don’t reflect the reality that homebuyers purchase more affordable homes every day in neighbouring communities. Sukh Sidhu is a REALTOR® who lives and works in Abbotsford. “So far …
Relocating With Pets Can Be Stressful
Moving is very stressful for a family, That stress is also experienced by the pets. They want to know that they’re part of the family and that they’ll be going, too. Sadly, many pets will not be going with their families to new homes. According to research published in 1999 by the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy, …
Basics of Transporting Your Vehicle
Relocating to the Lower Mainland? When moving long distance, you may want to consider having your vehicle transported professionally. For many families, a car is the second largest investment they have ever made. Getting that investment safely to a new home is an important component of a smooth move. What are my options for transporting a vehicle? A vehicle can …