Speechless Sunday - Post Thanksgiving Dinner - 11/29/09 07:54 PM


                                          
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All photos taken by Liz Moras and copywritten.  Please do not use without permission.   Information provided by this author is only an opinion, it is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, and may … (29 comments)

Welcome New Member Chris Brunner - with 3 Features in 3 Days! - 11/29/09 02:32 PM
O.k. I have to admit I'm wowed.  Not that there isn't a lot on A/R to get wowed about.  But not often does a new Member leave the Starting Gate - a Winner.  No doubt You'll find out soon enough......but sooner might be better!
                             
So here we go.......... Please Welcome Chris Brunner if you haven't already!  And...check out all his posts ~ they're more then worthy of your time - you'll be so glad you did!
Three Features Already!
Six Marketing Strategy Caveats for Real Estate Agents
SEO Theme Analysis: A Comprehensive Look at On-Page Optimization Through Topic Structures
Peer … (25 comments)

What's Your Blogging Footprint? - 11/28/09 10:34 PM
There's lots of talk these days about 'Carbon Footprints'... What about Blogging Footprints? 
We wouldn't be writing if we didn't expect our blogs to have an impact - but what kind?  Sometimes they're informative or helpful, sometimes they provide love and light and then again sometimes not. We can have a myriad of effects on those people that read our Blogs. 
                                                  
                     
Our Blogs carry with them their own energy.  They can be fresh, creative and inspiring...or negative, critical and stagnant. They can bring laughter and tears and their own special 'Aha' moments.
What kind of space does your Blog create?  Is it harmonious … (24 comments)

Twang, Dang,Tut, Aye, uh and Eh! What Does Your Blogging Accent Say About You? - 11/27/09 07:06 PM
I always get a kick out of accents.  I love them actually - and its so much fun trying to guess where people are from.  I know my American friends tease me about my 'ehs'......and of course I take a double take at their 'ahuh's' ........But apart from that how cool is it that every State has their own accent?  How does that happen?
My daughter Sarah is in England right now and she's been up to Scotland a couple of times and just recently ran into an American girl and said to me :  "mom its the first time in … (32 comments)

Please Mr. Victoria Banker..Pre-Approve our Mortgage Properly - 11/27/09 05:54 PM
I love this ~ so important to get your pre-approvals on paper - don't disappoint yourself - find a house you love only to find our you're not qualified to purchase it!  Perfect story of what can happen!  Thanks Fred!
Via Victoria Oak Bay Realtor Fred Carver 250-598-2963 for Victoria Oak Bay Homes (Re/Max Camosun Oak Bay & Surrounding Area Real Estate):
Please Mr. Victoria Banker..Pre-Approve our Mortgage ProperlyJust this Week..I was referred to a New Home Buyer by her Parents. She had been to see her Mr. Victoria Banker and they told her she was good to borrow up $220,000, and she qualified … (4 comments)

Giving Thanks - Black Friday - and Football - 11/26/09 04:38 PM
I wrote part of  this post last year but I thought it was worth reposting :-)      
  When I think of Thanksgiving... I think of Normal  Norman Rockwell and the perfect Family Dinner......We really have so much to be thankful for right?   The leaves are changing into beautiful golds, oranges and reds.....Smoke is starting to curl out of the chimney again...and there's that Autumn smell in the air...apple cider, pumpkins........mmmm.....   
                                        
 
Deep sigh - Wouldn't it be Something ?  Hmmm we put  a fair bit of pressure on ourselves don't we?  Why do we think that families that don't get along the rest … (11 comments)

Everything You Wanted to Know About Real Estate but Were Afraid to Ask! - 11/25/09 10:45 PM
Everything You Wanted to Know About Real Estate but were Afraid to Ask!

1.) I'm thinking of moving to Chilliwack? I don't know a lot about the area can you tell me a little about it?          
                                                         
Yes!  I've lived in Chilliwack for 10 years now ~ so I've put together some information just for you!  Check out this post:   Welcome to Chilliwack Info Package - Relocate or Retire in Chilliwack, B.C.
                                                 
 
2.) I'm thinking about buying a home and I'm just not sure where to start?  


Well you're in for an adventure - … (16 comments)

Wordless Wednesday - November's Rose - 11/25/09 12:22 AM

 

 
 
                                          
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All photos taken by Liz Moras and copywritten.  Please do not use without permission.   Information provided by this author is only an opinion, it is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several … (27 comments)

Commercial Avenue - Vancouver's Italian Quarter! - 11/23/09 11:22 PM
Commercial Avenue -Vancouver's Italian Quarter
Last week I had some time to spend in Vancouver - where I don't get to go often enough.  One of my favorite places is...Commercial Drive!
 
There's this homemade pasta shop right next to this Wall Mural - I go here to pick up these huge FAT spaghetti that my dad loves! And then I'm of to a Croatian Deli that sells all his favorite dried meats and sausages.  This is also where I get my Mom her favorite Plum butter and Rosehip Jam!


I popped by and picked up a luscious Italian … (20 comments)

Dear Public Reader ~ This Post is For You! - 11/23/09 01:05 AM
Dear Public Reader ~ This Post is For You! 
Frankly, most of the Posts are for you!  It's my attempt to Reach Out and Touch You! :-) I try to think of myself - in my PRE-REALTOR DAYS - and remember the questions and concerns I used to have.  Then I think of the questions my Clients today bring up. 


 
                                          
There was a time when just about everything we wanted to know we could find on T.V.  Well now the internet is like our T.V. and Blogs are your Current Events and Info!'
There are so many … (12 comments)

Granville Island Market ~ Vancouver's Piece de Resistance! - 11/22/09 10:44 PM
Granville Island Market ~ Vancouver's Piece de Resistance!
Each major city has their own Public Market - or three!  Vancouver's is the Granville Island Market! Last week I was in Vancouver hanging around waiting for my son to have some work done with a dental specialist....and I thought ~ it's been ages since I've been -I should go check it out! 
The first thing that caught my eye was a little stand that sold CHESTNUTS ROASTED ON AN OPEN FIRE! Oh my word!  I waited a few minutes watching them roast and then slip into a little bag just for me! … (9 comments)

Speechless Sunday - As the Sun Goes Down - 11/22/09 09:30 PM
    

                                          
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All photos taken by Liz Moras and copywritten.  Please do not use without permission.   Information provided by this author is only an opinion, it is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, and … (16 comments)

How do You Avoid Hiring a Contractor from Hell? - From That Chilliwack Girl! - 11/22/09 02:20 AM
How do You Avoid Hiring a Contractor from Hell? 
Everyone's heard horror stories about Renovations. Seldom on budget or on time ~ how do you make YOUR renovation a thing of beauty? Well it probably begins and ends with the Contractor you Hire - so how do you avoiding hiring a Contractor from Hell?
                       
A good place to start is with family and friends.  Ask them for referrals! Other good sources are the local building and supply company, building inspectors and there's always Google!
It's always a good thing to interview a few different contractors to get their feedback and … (17 comments)

Cheating On Your Agent - 11/19/09 10:18 PM
With that eye catching title - who could resist?......Not I! :-)  Sometimes we don't know until we walk a mile in someone else's shoes.......great post by...

Via Kristina Pratt, REALTOR® - GoshenRealtyGroup.com (St. Louis' Illinois Suburbs - RE/MAX Preferred Partners):
Everything was perfect.  I had a first time buyer that was pre-approved and motivated to find their dream home.  We spent countless hours together.  He relied on my expertise and market knowledge, and I happily showed him house after house.  We met for consultations. 
Then we wrote two offers together.  One finally got accepted, but the whole house inspection turned up … (11 comments)

Should I Go Through Open Houses on My Own ?- After All I Know My Realtor is Busy and I Don't Want to Waste Their Time! - 11/19/09 07:37 PM
Should I Go Through Open Houses on My Own ?- After All I Know My Realtor is Busy and I Don't Want to Waste Their Time!
What is the Protocol involved in Looking at Open Houses?
1.) You're planning on looking at Open Houses this Weekend?  If you're working with a Realtor - and planning on viewing the Open Houses on your own - Give them a Call and Let them Know.  Don't assume they won't have time to go with you.  If they can't this will give them the opportunity to call the Listing Realtors and let them know and … (26 comments)

You've Sold Your Home,The Contract is Signed Sealed and Delivered - Now What? - 11/18/09 09:42 PM
You've found your New Home, the Contract is Signed Sealed and Delivered - Now What?
This is easy for me right now - because it's exactly what I'm doing.  I've just sold MY house so...
First and Foremost Let's Review Closing costs - I'm sure this was brought up before -but perhaps you weren't ready to hear it yet. 

- Property Transfer Tax                                                             
- GST if New Construction
- Legal Fees -  $400-1200 (range) - this is when you want to get quotes from Notaries and Lawyers
- Pro-rated Strata Fees ( *If purchasing strata)
- Pro-rated House Taxes
- Moving Costs … (15 comments)

Heppy Birssdeh My deerest koozine - 11/17/09 11:10 PM
I wasn't going to do a post about my birthday today - it hasn't been the best of birthdays......but heck its hard to beat those birthdays of old when you we were 5 years old! 
                                                          
 Or 5+1 like like last year A Year Ago Today - Fifty and the Big ONE....A Happy Birthday....
I did get a slew of wonderful birthday messages  and well wishes today on Facebook though - and they did sweeten my day - thanks  gang I love ya!
And Sylvie did do a great B-Day post for me :-) HAPPY BIRTHDAY, LIZ MORAS - thank you friend! … (21 comments)

So You Think You Want to Buy a Home? Here Are Some Helpful Tips - 11/17/09 03:34 PM
So You Think You Want to Buy A Home?  Here Are Some Helpful tips
Although not a comprehensive list here are some tips.

1. Get preapproved for a mortgage.  I know we like to leave this for later in the game.  But do yourself a favor and do it first!  Rather than guessing or estimating how much you can afford to spend, ask a lender or mortgage broker to pre-qualify you - and while you're at it - get him to give it to you in writing.(please note the pre-qualification guarantee will be good for 30-90 days and if you have … (16 comments)

Advantages of Selling Your Home in the Winter - 11/16/09 11:28 PM
Perfect timing!  I've had my clients asking me whether it's worth selling a home in the Winter/Christmas!  And I always say yes! Is there a time your home looks more beautiful?  What could be more motivated than a Buyer who's looking for homes during the holidays ? :-)

Via Chris Brown (Keller Williams Realty):
This time of year I always start to get the same question. Should I sell my house now or just wait until the spring when everyone else sells their houses? This seems like an obvious answer until you see a few key points. 
1. It is too … (11 comments)

You Think Your House is Worth WHAT?? Pricing Your Home to Sell - 11/16/09 12:38 AM
You Think Your House is Worth WHAT? Pricing Your Home to Sell
O.k., so you've looked on the Internet, you've checked the Real Estate Weekly - and you've talked to your Neighbors.  You're pretty sure you know what you WANT your home to be worth.  Next step?  You call the Realtors in.
Everyone says you should interview 3 Realtors - so that's what you do!  And sceptically you await their Verdicts!  Does the highest Bid (because that's what it often is)  win your Vote?  Well it shouldn't and let me tell you why.
 
 
                                                      
                                                              

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Speechless Sunday - November Sunday - 11/16/09 12:02 AM
Delicious Autumn! "My Very Soul is Wedded to it, and if I were a bard I would fly about th earth seeking the successive Autumns!~ George Eliot

 
                                          
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All photos taken by Liz Moras and copywritten.  Please do not … (24 comments)

What's Your Commission? On Hiring a Realtor Based on their Fee - 11/14/09 08:23 PM
What's Your Commission? On Hiring a Realtor Based on their Fee... 
I always say (oh well maybe somebody did say it before me) - if the Realtor cannot negotiate their own Commission then how are they going to negotiate the best price possible for your home? Negotiation skills. I would think, given a choice - you would want an aggressive negotiator, not someone that either doesn't believe in their own ability or the value of your home!
The question that begs to be asked is....Why do some Real Estate Agents offer Discounted Fees?  Is it because they're the Good Guy?  They just want to … (28 comments)

How Do I Find a Good Realtor? From That Chilliwack Girl! - 11/13/09 11:28 PM
How do I Find a Good Realtor I Should Work With?
It's a common question - and perhaps not one always asked of THE Realtor - but definitely one discussed amongst the public! I just did a post -  Is It Wrong to Work With More Then One Realtor? and one question begets another.  It reminded me of a conversation I had recently. 
I was working my mall shift at the Kiosk the other day ~ and chatting with a customer and she asked..."But How do I find the Good Realtor?".......And I thought to myself - the choice Must be confusing for people!  … (23 comments)

Is It Wrong to Work With More Then One Realtor? - 11/11/09 11:43 PM
Is It Wrong to Work With More Then One Realtor?
Home buyer: " Is it wrong to work with more then one Realtor at the same time? I'm trying to follow proper home-buying etiquette. My friends tell me it's O.k. as long as I keep track of which Realtor showed which property. That way, if you end up purchasing, the correct Realtor is compensated. I've not signed any exclusive contracts with any Realtor.
Is it OK as long as I make sure both Realtors realize I'm working with another agent as well? Some people have told me that Realtors know customers might … (91 comments)

Wordless Wednesday - On the Other Side of the Fence - 11/11/09 11:22 PM
                    
 

                                          
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All photos taken by Liz Moras and copywritten.  Please do not use without permission.   Information provided by this author is only an opinion, it is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several … (25 comments)

Don't Have a Site Survey - Title Insurance - Should You Get It? - 11/10/09 11:56 PM

Don't Have a Site Survey? - Title Insurance - Should You Get It? 
Why Do I need a Survey Certificate?   
Well an up-to-date building location survey provides assurances as to the:
Location of the buildings in relation to the lot boundaries Impact of any constraints on building location such as easements and right of ways Dimensions of the property or the buildings Existence of any encroachments onto the property Existence of any encroachments by buildings on the property onto neighbouring properties A survey is not required if you are purchasing a townhouse or apartment.  If a "survey certificate" isn't readily available … (14 comments)

Speaking of Statistics...What's the Difference Between Median Price and Average Price? - 11/09/09 08:34 PM
Ever been confused by media reports of housing prices  and the cost of home-ownership? The media usually report median or average prices without really explaining what that means.  The news is always talkng about how housing is becoming less and less affordable and that the median price is climbing up like crazy everywhere. But what is a median price, why look at it and how it's different from average price?

              

Well the median home price is one of the most common measurements used to compare Real Estate prices in different markets, areas, and periods. It is said to be … (28 comments)

Chilliwack Neighbourhoods - Promontory Houses for Sale - 11/09/09 04:03 PM
Chilliwack Neighbourhoods - Promontory Houses for Sale
For many THE place to live in Chilliwack is Promontory!  There's something about living on a hilltop and having an extraordinary view of the valley.....the mountains....the patchwork quilt of the farmland surrounding you, the gorgeous sunsets And the twinkle of night lights. 
 
               An on top of that ~ Promontory has the most amazing selection of homes~
 
If you're looking ~ come check these out! 
Promontory House for Sale
Promontory Townhomes and Condos for Sale
Promontory Lots for Sale
And then Call me! 
 
Map of Promontory
 

                                          
 
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Interested in Purchasing Recreational Property in B.C.? - 11/09/09 10:48 AM
Interested in purchasing a Recreational property in B.C.? Enjoy the beauty of our natural wonders......Check out these Four Hot Spots!
 
Harrison Hot Springs - !Nestled against a mountain setting, and on the shores of one of our largest and most beautiful freshwater lakes, the Village of Harrison Hot Springs possesses the perfect blend of small town warmth, incredible natural beauty and absolutely endless outdoor adventure possibilities! Not to mention a perfect place to own a second home or waterfront property!  Check Out:  Interested in Buying a Home in Harrison Hot Springs, B.C.? The Sand Castle Capital of the World!
Map of Harrison 
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15th annual REALTORS® Care Blanket Drive - Chilliwack - 11/09/09 02:22 AM
15th annual REALTORS® Care Blanket Drive **November 30 - December 7, 2009.  Every year, Lower Mainland REALTORS® organize a Blanket Drive to collect blankets and warm and/or waterproof clothing to help people in need stave off the winter cold and wet. Thousands of REALTORS® and members of the public generously donate to this worthwhile cause.
                         
Greater Vancouver drop-off locations Fraser Valley drop-off locations Chilliwack drop-off locations Blanket Drive recipient charities  
Last year there were 75 REALTOR® volunteer coordinators and over 100 real estate offices across the Fraser Valley and Greater Vancouver which served as drop-off locations to collect an astounding … (9 comments)

I Need a Mortgage - Help! What are My Options? From That Chilliwack Girl! - 11/09/09 12:39 AM
You want to buy a house in Chilliwack and need a mortgage or want to remortgage your current home?  Some people think their only option is to go to their local bank - preferably the one that already has their chequing account! However your options are much greater then that.  Let's explore some of them :-)
                                                
1) Mortgage  Lending Centres-  are  located in the larger metropolitan areas like Vancouver, and are used by the mortgage brokerage industry extensively.  These types of lenders are policy and documentation driven with stringent policy standards.  Rates are usually competitive.  2) Local Financial Institutions -  these lenders are usually … (7 comments)

Looking for Recreational Property? Winter Getaway? Minutes from Manning Park Ski Resort - It's Sunshine Valley, B.C.! - 11/06/09 01:39 AM
Looking for Recreational Property?  Winter Getaway?  Minutes from Manning Park Ski Resort - It's Sunshine Valley!
Sunshine Valley - A long time ago when I was going through a stressful time, a friend of mine gave me the keys to her getaway cabin............two days of weekend heaven,  in what was then for me the unheard of Sunshine Valley!  A sign marks the Valley as your heading from Hope (SV is located 19 km East of Hope) down the Hope Princeton Highway (or Crowsnest Hwy).......but for most of us it was a tiny blip on our radar and we drove right past it … (13 comments)

Kawkawa Lake Hope, B.C. - Waterfront and Semi-Waterfront Properties for Sale - 11/05/09 10:07 PM
Kawkawa Lake is a gorgeous lake and community just outside of the City of Hope.  It's about a 1.5 hour drive from Vancouver..and 30 minutes East of Chilliwack.  Campgrounds, boat lunch and picnic areas...one of the best Kokanee fishing spots in the Lower Mainland all make this an idyllic place for your home away home!  Looking for affordable Waterfront property or a Recreational Get-a-way?  Look no further!

 
                         
Check out....Kawkawa Lake - Hope's Hidden Gem - B.C.
And...Kawkawa Lake Homes for Sale  & Kawkawa Lake Lots for Sale
And then Call me!!

  
                                             
 
If … (5 comments)

Passing on Inspections for New Construction? - 11/05/09 08:05 PM
Great Question and great info - This is a question that comes up again and again! Couldn't have put the right answer together more succinctly!

Via Peter Tamura (RE/MAX Executives):
We met with our clients for inspections in a home in Owasso, they had mentioned to me that some of their friends had wondered why they were investing in inspections on a new home.
The EMP inspector (electrical, mechanical & plumbing) discovered a leak in the shower pan that was leaking water into the adjacent room.  He estimated that it would be a repair that could cost as much as $3,000 … (10 comments)

Thankful Thursday - God's Palette - 11/05/09 07:32 PM

 

  
                                             
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All information provided by this author is only an opinion, it is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, and may be time sensitive.  It is not necessarily representative of the opinions … (11 comments)

Interested in Buying a Home in Harrison Hot Springs, B.C.? The Sand Castle Capital of the World! - 11/05/09 01:08 PM
Nestled against a mountain setting, and on the shores of one of our largest and most beautiful freshwater lakes, the Village of Harrison Hot Springs posseses the perfect blend of small town warmth, incredible natural beauty and absolutely endless outdoor adventure possibilities! Not to mention a perfect place to own a second home or waterfront property! 
 
Also Check out....
Harrison Hot Springs - Sandcastle Capital - Fraser Valley, B.C.
Wordless Wednesday - Sand Gets in Your Eyes...
Thankful Thursday - God's Palette
Your Top 5 Best Bets for Things to Do in Chilliwack & The Surrounding Area, B.C. this Summer
Thinking … (6 comments)

You're Never Beyond ~ Hope, B.C. ~ Properties - 11/04/09 08:27 PM
Hope, B.C.  is a delightful little town 30 minutes East of Chilliwack and about 1.5 hrs east of Vancouver, set on the banks of the mighty Fraser and Coquihalla rivers. Famous as the home of the Rambo movies and the Hope Slide...and the Chainsaw Woodcarving Capital of the World! It also has the most affordable homes in the Valley!
 
 
Want to Know More About Hope?  Check Out These Posts! 
The Hope Slide - Canada's Largest Rock Slide, Hope, B.C.
The Mighty Fraser River - Beyond Hope - Hope, B.C. 
Chainsaw Carving Capital of the World - Hope, B.C. 
The Friendship … (12 comments)

The Evolution of Garrison Crossing , Chilliwack - A Village Within a Village - 11/03/09 11:49 PM
The Evolution of Garrison Crossing, Chilliwack  - A Village Within a Village
 
For those of you that know me - you KNOW that I love Garrison! With such a unique blend of condos, townhomes, new and refurbished houses ~ this place oozes character! It satisfies my need for 'a little bit of this & a little bit of that'. This afternoon I took a drive through its streets and was charmed all over again.  From young moms pushing strollers, children jumping on pogo sticks, seniors pruning in their gardens, to jocks jogging with their dogs....this wonderful community is a modern day Village!
 

 
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Wordless Wednesday - The Fall of November - 11/03/09 11:18 PM








  
                                             
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All information provided by this author is only an opinion, it is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, and may be time sensitive.  It is not … (15 comments)

Chilliwack Neighbourhoods - Fairfield Island & It's Homes For Sale! - 11/03/09 03:06 PM
Bordered by the Fraser River to the north and the Hope Slough to the south, Fairfield Island is a patchwork of rich farmland...and small subdivisions.  With quiet streets and rural feel - Fairfield Island has it's own unique appeal.
Tucked between Little Mountain and Downtown Chilliwack it's home to the Fairfield Island Sportsfield.... Minter Country Garden's , Gwynne Vaughan Park and Island 22 Equestrian Centre ...and of course it's set next to the amazing Hope River and Slough - with it's Miles of Walkways.

 
Check out :  Chilliwack's Hope Slough - the Heart of Fairfield Island
Looking for Homes for Sale in Fairfield … (10 comments)

Love Seth Godin? Take Advantage of This Cool Deal! - 11/03/09 10:55 AM
If you love Seth Godin and are looking for an original gift this Christmas (for yourself or someone else) there's is a Limited edition boxed set available and it probably won't last the day.

Did I say Wooden Box?  How unique eh?  Only 800 will be sold, ever. Seth says they're being " Sold at a discount from retail, with cool packaging, assembled by elves, delivered by Martians, blessed by enlightened goats."
"The set includes Tribes, The Dip and Meatball Sundae. Also included is the fancy new Purple Cow (new because it includes twenty more pages of user-suggested purple cows) and … (10 comments)

Speechless Sunday - Legally Yours - Law Office - 11/01/09 10:42 PM






  
                                             
 
If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Cultus Lake, Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.     

Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras, All Rights Reserved. All information provided by this author is only an opinion, it is not guaranteed, may be based on information collected from several sources, and may be time sensitive.  It is not necessarily representative … (15 comments)

Land Transfer Tax or PPT - How Is It Calculated in B.C.? - 11/01/09 08:03 PM
I spent the day today with some Buyers and as we started talking about Closing Costs....it dawned on me that there are probably many people who don't know:  1.) That there is a Tax on on all properties Purchased in British Columbia; 2.) That yes - it is above and beyond the Commission, And any applicable G.S.T.); 3.) That is is a basic Fact of Life!
Land Transfer Taxes, levied on properties changing hands, are the responsibility of the purchaser. Depending on where you live in Canada, the taxes can range from 0.5% to 2% of the total value of the … (5 comments)

Communities of Chilliwack - Yarrow, B.C. - Homes for Sale - 11/01/09 02:30 PM
Yarrow is a village, for some reason it's classified as that - although don't really call it a Village - it's just a distinct 'in the country' part of chiliwack.  Located 90 kilometres east of Vancouver and 12 km southwest of downtown Chilliwack.

The fertile upper Fraser Valley supports the growth of many varieties of fruit, vegetables and herbs. Yarrow's economy is mostly agricultural and includes dairy farms and field crops (blueberries, corn & hay).
The area of Yarrow was first owned by Volkert Vedder, who alienated it from Crown Land in 1858. In 1910, the B.C. Electric Railway constructed … (3 comments)

Trick or Treat? Halloween 2009 From That Chilliwack Girl! - 11/01/09 01:30 AM
My first Halloween without my kids.  This year has been a year of many firsts.  The jury is still out on whether or not I'm finding that a good thing.  I  made no 'Bat and Ghoul' Cookies
 I had 2 pumpkins but they weren't carved...........I wore no costumes and had no scary music playing in the background. :-(
I kept reminiscing about the days of old:

(Chris is the cowboy on the left, Sarah the bunny - and Rachel is Barnie.........top right is my three once a ponca time!.......bottom middle is Sarah in her 'fifties' outfit...last Halloween - and My … (32 comments)

The Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay Started in Victoria Last Night - 11/01/09 01:01 AM
Very cool ! :-) The Olympic Torch willl be coming through Chilliwack on February 7 - with a big Street Celebration Happening at The Prospera Centre - mark your calendar and be there~!
Via Victoria Oak Bay Realtor Fred Carver 250-598-2963 for Victoria Oak Bay Homes (Re/Max Camosun Oak Bay & Surrounding Area Real Estate):
The Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay Started in Victoria  Last Night Last Night Thousands of Victorians, News Reporters and Politicians... Lined the Streets in Victoria in Light Rain, to watch the Start of the Coast to Coast 4500 Kilometer Trek  across Canada. The final Stop will be Whistler BC February 12, 2010 … (6 comments)

 
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