The Need for Newcomers and First-time Buyers to Prepare

I feel so happy with the warm response I got on my book title: "How to Prepare to Own a Home in Canada: recession-proof lifestyle for immigrants and first-time buyers."

Indeed, quite a number of people have realized the need for such guide book.

I was inspired to even just have the thought of writing it. And now it's out there. Canadian libraries from British Columbia to Ontario province have requested and stocked copies of this book. Bookstores such as Chapters.indigo.ca and Amazon.ca also facilitate the book's availability.

To continue reading...

http://iclickproperty.com/real-estate-blog/newcomers-first-time-buyers.htm

"Sometimes, no matter how basic it is to handle money, we forget the necessity to understand the impact of our behaviour when disposing of money."

Richmond, British Columbia -

Real Estate Rainmaker Speaking

As a follow up to a post I've written some while ago on being a rainmaker, a good article I've come across in the community can be found in the link that follows.

http://activerain.com/blogsview/1142301/the-activerain-rainmaker-getting-results-

I know some of us might still be curious about what exactly this network of rainmakers exactly offers to us

all members?

Eversince I've joined Activerain, I've always had this high regard for the network.

I can say that there's never been a more empowering internet tool a real estate professional could ever have than to be visible to the public you serve.

So, whether you have been in the business for that long or just starting out, to be a part of this real estate network is certainly a plus.

So looking back, (and that is since 2006... when Activerain was still an infant), I would always have this happy and proud remark for them for their achievement, "Wow this real estate network has grown tremendously!"

What more can I say, eh?

Richmond, British Columbia -

MLS Listings Search Now on Richmond Realtor's Site

I am glad to inform my clients and other web visitors that my real estate web site has a new design and a promise of more and better content.

Homebuyers and home sellers in Richmond and select areas in Metro Vancouver would be glad to know that they now will have an instant access to MLS listings (via MLS Reciprocity Program).

What this means especially to my clients and avid visitors, is... (Read the rest of the page...)

If you need immediate access to MLS search, you can visit the page: http://iclickproperty.com/search.htm

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About Your Local Realtor Sheila Atienza

Sheila Atienza is Richmond BC Realtor of Multiple Realty (Richmond office) providing full MLS service to home sellers and buyers in the market of Richmond and Metro Vancouver. She specializes in the areas of Richmond such as Lansdowne Road, Citation Drive, Minoru Boulevard, Moffatt Road, Buswell Street, Cook Road, Granville Ave, Ackroyd Road, Arcadia Road, Saba Road, Cooney Road, Westminster Highway, Garden City, Eckersley Road, Anderson Road, Park Road and other areas of the city of Richmond and neighbouring areas of Metro Vancouver. For appointment, please send your request by email.

Richmond Brighouse is hot!

Yes it is. Who couldn't agree with that?

Looking at the Canada Line as the fastest means of transportation today to get to Downtown Vancouver from Richmond Brighouse, it has become apparent that Brighouse no doubt has continued to be the most desired place in Richmond to live in, work or shop.

We all know that whenever there's development going on as far as transportation project is concerned,
the next big thing it promises is economic growth.

People these days are more willing to be relocated to the central part of Richmond for the simple reason that Canada Line could bring them closer to their place of destination, be it at work or shopping place.

So, why don't we look at some properties in Brighouse which are currently posted through the MLS Reciprocity.

To date, there are 253 units of condos posted on the MLS system. This should excite those people who may want to move or plan to relocate to Richmond and even those who just simply want to browse the area of Richmond Brighouse.

Here's the list of Brighouse condo units that you can view.

If you would like to schedule a private viewing of the units, please send your request by email.

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Sheila Atienza is Brighouse Richmond Condo Realtor at Multiple Realty Ltd. You can email her for your real estate inquiries.

Richmond Condos for Sale from 250K to 350K

Richmond, BC - It's interesting to know that as per the MLS, there are at least 168 units of condos available in Richmond in the range of 250K to 350K.

You will find these units not just in the Brighouse area and Brighouse South but also in different parts of Richmond, like Boyd Park, Mclennan, Broadmoor, Riverdale, South Arm, West Cambie, and Steveston South.

Units may come either with one or two bedrooms.

You can view the list here.

If you would like to schedule a private viewing of the units, please send your request by email.

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Sheila Atienza is Richmond Condo Realtor at Multiple Realty Ltd. You can email her for your real estate inquiries.

Internet Technology for Home Selling and Buying

Some time ago, people in the industry such as real estate agents, homebuyers and home sellers had to go through a very exhausting experience of getting raw leads, finding prospects and showing properties.

You have to physically do all the work. Of course, that was the only route available at the time.

When the internet technology has emerged and definitely has evolved, some people found a better approach to doing trading business on real estate, whether as a buyer or seller.

Even the MLS or Multiple Listing Service site has been utilized by thousands of Realtors listing properties
and those agents representing the buyers, co-operating with other agents to find the right property for
their client.

Who could not appreciate the fact that the business has improved tremendously by looking at the maximum benefits the ongoing internet technologies have to offer.

If you are in the prospect of buying or selling a home and you want immediate access to information about the real estate market, where else would you go to for fast results?

We should all learn to embrace the world of internet in one way or another if we are to thrive in this
competitive world. We just have to be discreet which ones we would patronize, as in screening or qualifying
which ones meet your needs or criteria.

Seeing the positive side of doing business on the net is one of the ways to keep up with real estate success.

Canadian Libraries Stocking the Book for New Immigrants and First-time Buyers

I am so pleased to inform the public that copies of the book "How to Prepare to Own a Home in Canada: Recession-proof Lifestyle for Immigrants and First-time Buyers" are now available in Canadian Libraries.

Some of these libraries are:

Ontario:

Guelph Public Library  

Oakville
Region of Waterloo
Chatham-Kent
Sault Ste. Marie
Windsor Public Library
Bruce County Public Library
Welland
London Public Library
Thunder Bay Public Library

Prince Edward Island:
PEI
Confederation Centre Public Library

British Columbia:

Richmond Public Library (all branches)
Surrey

You may check out a copy from your local library. If the book  is not in the titles list yet, you may want to
request from your library by filling out a "suggest to purchase" form and your library will be glad to hear
from you and appreciate your interest.

Some people might think that real estate agents just simply earn substantial commissions. No more. No less. Or some might have the thought that what a real estate agent does is something just like what other sales people do anyway.

Some might even think that agents do work such little effort to equate such huge fees or commission income.

What do Real Estate Professionals actually have or had to do behind the showing and listing of houses on
behalf of clients?

What some people may not realize is that real estate agents like business owners or entrepreneurs
do run their business with significant funds to back their operations and marketing activities. It's not just something that you hang your licence in your office and voila, you are sure you are on your way up.

Other people must understand that most real estate agents maintain their office and therefore pay regular monthly fees.

Real estate people who are members of their local boards pay subscription/membership fees in order to
maintain their affiliation and to conduct their business in accordance to the board's standard code of ethics, in addition to adhering to the industry standard.

Real Estate agents also maintain their licence and pay licensing fees annually. They also are required to go through continuing education which means that they attend various real estate courses to update their knowledge and guide their clients with the trading practice.

So, on top of all the marketing activities, there are so many things a real estate agent needed to
take care of. And that of course would require not only time, but money, energy, perseverance and
staying power in order to keep up with the challenges of the rise and fall of economy.

So who says that life of a real agent is that simple?

Well, I value everyone in the industry, especially those who give utmost dedication in what they do.

Kudos to all real agents who are still kicking despite experiencing the recession period.

7231, 7293, 7297 Moffatt Richmond Condos and Townhouses on MLS

An Update on MLS Properties

If you would visit the neighbourhood of Moffatt in Richmond Brighouse, you may find some of the condo apartments currently posted on the MLS.

As of September 16th, we could explore the listings through the MLS Reciprocity, provided by Realtors who are members of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. This property showcase update comes in three parts. This is the first part:

# 145 7293 MOFFATT RD
Richmond, Brighouse South

# 251 7293 MOFFATT RD
Richmond, Brighouse South

# 210 7297 MOFFATT RD
Richmond, Brighouse South

If you would like to view any of the homes presented on this showcase, please send your request by email

To view some more info on Moffat homes, please visit:

http://iclickproperty.com/real-estate-blog/Brighouse-South-Moffatt-Condos-Townhouses-MLS-post1.htm

http://search.iclickproperty.com

Ready to take the Next Steps?

Wow, it's been quite awhile since the last time I was here...I guess that was sometime late of July. Now when I logged into Activerain I realized how much I missed writing on my real estate and mortgage blog.

Oh well, how time flies really fast... students and teachers went back to school. And we are soon approaching autumn? I guess that's the beauty of enjoying the four seasons of the year, eh? There's always something exciting to look forward to.

I can't help but bring some more news as we go along. So much stuff has been going on and of course I'd like to share with our readers what we all could benefit upon.

Okay. First is the thought that we are now recovering from the recession. I hope that in one way or another
we all have learned from this occurence.

I think what matters when we look at our own particular recession experience, is to look at the brighter side
of this hurting economic circumstance.

It pays to recall the past if we look at it as the basis of how we will all go about the present and face
the future...

...are we ready to move forward?

I guess that reminds me of the usual question I often ask my clients, "How ready are you to take the next steps?"