Moving Tips – How to Best Protect Your Furniture When Moving - 01/31/12 03:50 PM
Be Smart and Protect Your Furniture When Moving If you have recently bought a new home and are ready for the big move, here are some moving tips you can use to protect your furniture. It is important to use moving pads or blankets to keep your furniture safe when you are moving, regardless of the distance. These special blankets are usually padded and used to protect furniture, floors and carpets from scratches and knocks during the moving process. Make sure you add these blankets to your list of requirements when planning a move.
Each piece of furniture should be tightly and completely … (2 comments)

Vancouver Real Estate Tip of the Day – Get a Better Understanding of Real Estate Terms - 01/31/12 03:36 PM
Get Smart: Know Your Real Estate Terms It is important to understand the language used in real estate and what different terms mean, whether you are thinking of buying or selling a Vancouver property. The terms used in real estate are relatively easy for the most part, but there a few words you may not have heard before. Below are some commonly used terms and their definitions to help you better understand what your real estate agent is talking about.
Multiple Listing Services ®- This is a database that is shared amongst real estate agents that lists different properties that are up for … (1 comments)

Timeline For Buying Your Vancouver Home - 01/31/12 03:13 PM
Start planning your home purchase at least 3 months in advance. A common question potential homebuyers ask is when the best time is to seek financing when one is considering a home purchase. The simple answer is as early as possible. In order to avoid running into credit issues, you should start improving your credit ratingand start talking to potential lenders well in advance. This will make it easier and faster for you to secure financing when the right time comes. You stand a better chance to seal a good home purchase deal if your finances are in order when you make … (0 comments)

Vancouver Real Estate Tips - Looking At The Whole House - 01/31/12 03:07 PM
Inspect A Home Thoroughly To Avoid Getting Burned After a long day of looking for a house with your real estate agent, you may begin to give up hope of finding something you like. You walk into the last home on your list and your heart skips a beat. This house is just perfect for you.
You quickly make an offer and finalize the transaction. You cannot imagine missing this one in a million opportunity. You plan your move quickly and you finally settle into your new life in your brand new lovely home.
Only then does the nightmare begin. The leaking roof, … (0 comments)

The New Trend Of Vancouver Green Homes - 01/31/12 03:01 PM
Green Homes Are Trending: Save Money and the Environment Vancouver green homes are the new trend in housing. This trend describes houses that have a better impact on the environment compared to normal houses. The trend to go green is growing fast and becoming more than just a “novelty”. This need for green will grow as every year passes due to the high cost of power, more awareness of the climate and a society than is more informed about building eco-friendly homes and properties.
In the long run, new Vancouver green homes are much cheaper to run and maintain. Savings run in the … (1 comments)

5 Must Know Moving Tips for Vancouver Home Sellers - 01/31/12 02:11 PM
Organizing Your Move Saves Time and Your Patience As a Vancouver home seller you'll need to find out more about moving your belongings before getting started. Moving can be an organized state of affairs or it can be a disorganized disaster just waiting to happen. Here are some must-have tips you need to know before planning your move.
1. Make a checklist
Start by making a checklist of everything that you need to pack. This can be done in many forms. You may want to organize your checklist in categories according to the rooms in the house, the types of items you need … (1 comments)

Get the best Vancouver Real Estate Agent to help you - 01/30/12 05:38 PM
Jark Krysinski - An Agent You Can Trust One of the most important things that you can do when you are either buying or selling a home is to establish a trusting relationship with your Vancouver real estate agent. This is the person that is going to help you buy or sell your home. The agent will be giving you helpful advice along the way and you need to be able to put your full trust into everything he says to make sure that everything goes smoothly along the way.
Other Peoples Opinions One thing you're going to be faced with when … (0 comments)

Strategies Of Successful Selling - 01/30/12 05:33 PM
Selling Your Home Alone Can Be Scary There is a lot of marketing that goes into selling your home and the best thing you can do is head into this adventure with a Vancouver real estate agent by your side. There are strategies for successfully selling a home and your agent will know how to implement them to get your house sold ASAP.
Using the MLS(R)
The MLS(R) was designed to match home sellers with buyers. It is one of the most important tools that your Vancouver real estate agent will use to help sell your house more effectively.
It is a database of … (1 comments)

Sell Your Vancouver Home Faster By Making It Smell Good - 01/24/12 04:04 PM
Sell Your Vancouver Home Faster By Making It Smell Good When people first walk into your home they are going to be using their 5 senses to assess your home, and one of them they’ll be using is the sense of smell. This is often the first sense that is activated in a person before all the other senses. Think about it, before you can see, touch or hear something, you most probably can smell it.
The smell of a property can either increase or decrease the value of your property. A bad smell will easily offend and turn off a potential … (1 comments)

Establishing A Relationship With Your Vancouver Real Estate Agent - 01/24/12 03:58 PM
Jark Krysinski - An Agent You Can Trust One of the most important things that you can do when you are either buying or selling a home is to establish a trusting relationship with your Vancouver real estate agent. This is the person that is going to help you buy or sell your home. The agent will be giving you helpful advice along the way and you need to be able to put your full trust into everything he says to make sure that everything goes smoothly along the way.
Other Peoples Opinions One thing you're going to be faced with when … (0 comments)

Quick tips lead successful selling - 01/24/12 03:52 PM
Selling Your Home Alone Can Be Scary There is a lot of marketing that goes into selling your home and the best thing you can do is head into this adventure with a Vancouver real estate agent by your side. There are strategies for successfully selling a home and your agent will know how to implement them to get your house sold ASAP.
Using the MLS(R)
The MLS(R) was designed to match home sellers with buyers. It is one of the most important tools that your Vancouver real estate agent will use to help sell your house more effectively.
It is a database of … (1 comments)

Vancouver Real Estate Agent- The Strategies Of Successful Selling - 01/23/12 09:16 PM
Selling Your Home Alone Can Be Scary There is a lot of marketing that goes into selling your home and the best thing you can do is head into this adventure with a Vancouver real estate agent by your side. There are strategies for successfully selling a home and your agent will know how to implement them to get your house sold ASAP.
Using the MLS(R)
The MLS(R) was designed to match home sellers with buyers. It is one of the most important tools that your Vancouver real estate agent will use to help sell your house more effectively.
It is a database of … (1 comments)

When It's A Toss-Up - The Right Vancouver Neighborhood Or The Right House? - 01/23/12 04:15 PM
Toss Up Sometimes it can happen that you find the perfect house in a Vancouver neighborhood that just doesn't fit your lifestyle. The other thing that can occur is you find the right neighborhood but simply can't find a house you like in it. What do you do if you do find the right house but you don't like the neighborhood?
The right house
You're probably going to be living in this house for many years to come so you want it to be everything you'd expect. You may have walked into the home and fallen head over heels in love with it, only to … (0 comments)

Home Staging in Vancouver - Increase the Value of your Home In Five Easy Tips - 01/23/12 04:09 PM
Regardless of the pace of the real estate market, home staging in Vancouver is an effective way to increase the value of your property and the selling price of your home. Staging helps you create a visual example of how the property would look if fully furnished. You can either hire a professional stager or take on the task of staging your property for yourself. Here are some useful tips on how you can effectively stage your home.
Lighten things up
Good lighting will dramatically change the feel of your home. Proper lighting has been used to set the mood and feel of a room, … (1 comments)

Before Purchasing A Vancouver Property – Look At The Crime Rate - 01/23/12 03:58 PM
History Of Vancouver
Before Purchasing A Vancouver Property – Look At The Crime Rate Carrying out crime rate research is very important when you are planning to purchase Vancouver property or move to a particular neighborhood. There are different approaches you can use when doing your research. Here are some good ideas to help you find relevant and helpful information.
The Internet
The Internet is a good place to start your information search. Find out if there are any statistics listed for communities around Vancouver. You’ll then have to compare these stats to narrow down the list of safe communities. You can also … (0 comments)

Tips To Get Tenants To Renew Their Vancouver Property Lease Every Year - 01/23/12 03:52 PM
How to keep Tenants Renewing their Lease Sometimes it seems impossible to find a good tenant to rent out your Vancouver property to. Tenants are not staying for too long in one rental unit nowadays and you don’t want to spend a lot of money preparing your property for the next tenant. A lot of damage happens when tenants are moving in and out of a unit, which leads to the added cost of repairs. During the times when your property is vacant, you have to look for other sources of income to cover your mortgage repayments. A lot of time and money is wasted.Is there … (0 comments)

8 Tips To Make Relocating To Vancouver Easy - 01/23/12 03:47 PM
Relocating To Vancouver Made Easy The thought of relocating to Vancouver is a big and exciting adventure. You are probably anxiously waiting for the day when you will finally settle into your new home. Only one nightmare separates you from your dream home, and that is moving.
Moving is not an easy task and a lot of planning is required to make the relocation to Vancouver easy and stress-free. You also want to protect your property from damage during the move and wrap up any loose ends with your old house.
Here are some tips that will help make moving and settling down into your new … (0 comments)

Learn About The Vancouver Neighborhood Community - Visit the Corner Store! - 01/23/12 03:39 PM
Vancouver Community If you are looking around for a new home and have no idea about a certain Vancouver neighbourhood community you should first talk to your real estate agent. He has the low down on all the communities in the area and can give you great advice about what you can expect.
If you want to confirm everything that your real estate agent has told you and hear more about the area, visit a few of the corner stores. The people that are working there usually know the most about that Vancouver neighbourhood community - both its good points and bad.
Owners and workers at a convenience … (0 comments)

2 Crucial Tips To Help You Sell Vancouver Land For A Larger Profit - 01/23/12 03:25 PM
Sell Vancouver Land For A Larger Profit If you have a piece of Vancouver land that you would like to sell there are some things you can do to help make the sale quick and more profitable. While these ideas may take a bit of work, they are well worth the time invested.
1. Clear the land
If you have a lot of broken branches on your piece of Vancouver land and other debris, clear it out before putting your land up for sale. It is much the same as what you would do to sell a house - tidy it up before allowing … (0 comments)

Benefits of Renovating, Upgrading, and Staging your Home TO Sell - 01/23/12 03:18 PM
My team can paraphrase and repeat time and time the many reasons for renovating, upgrading, and staging your home TO Sell it, but I will instead present an AMAZING list of articles about the process below.   We are concerned with YOUR BOTTOM LINE, so let's face it "people are willing to pay more for something that actually looks sleek and well-kept" rather than something that requires tender loving care.   Please read these great articles to help clarify the importance of  renovating, upgrading, and staging your home TO Sell it.
1. Seven Ways to Get Top Dollar For Your Clients2. Statistics & Benefits of Staging For … (3 comments)

Final Walkthrough - Your Final Steps Towards Owning Your New Vancouver Property - 01/23/12 02:41 PM
Final Walkthrough Every homebuyer should take a final walk-through of their soon-to-be new Vancouver property before signing the closing papers. This is done to ensure that there is no damage to the property and that everything that is supposed to be included is in place and has not been removed.
This gives the homebuyer one last chance to make sure that everything is intact. This is your time to verify that everything is a go at your end and nothing looks different. At this point, if you do see anything that looks different it is your opportunity to point it out and ask questions. Don’t … (0 comments)

How To Select The Best Residential Vancouver Investment Property - 01/23/12 02:36 PM
Vancouver Investment Property A residential Vancouver investment property is your ticket to making money through resale or leasing of the property to residents. There are three different kinds of residential properties including condos, homes and multi-family properties. Each type has its own set of financial requirements as well as advantages and disadvantages.
Privately owned homes
This is a single-family residence occupying an independently owned piece of land. This type of property is highly valued because of the amount of space and level of privacy it offers. The negative side of this property is the fact that the house may remain unoccupied and available for rent for a long period … (0 comments)

How To Deal With A Hot Vancouver Property - 01/19/12 02:44 PM
Good Investment Hot Property When you are looking for a house for sale you will be working very closely with your real estate agent and may into a hot Vancouver property. One of the most important things that you can do if this occurs is to stay in very close communication with your agent and listen to everything he has to say. In some cases, your agent will give advice that will get you that home you want and if not followed closely, you may actually lose out on the opportunity.
A real estate agent is a business consultant as well as a coach. It is his … (1 comments)

Taking A Look At The Vancouver Condominium Lifestyle - 01/19/12 02:43 PM
Taking A Look At The Vancouver Condominium Lifestyle A Vancouver condo can be a great investment, especially for a first time investor. If you are tired of paying rent each and every month with nothing to show for it, investing in a condo can be a good way to get into the Vancouver real estate market.
A Vancouver condo can work well for you if you are a single person looking to invest in real estate. If you have a young family, you will find this an attractive initial investment and it is the same case for older people with children that have left home. If you … (0 comments)

Vancouver Homeowner Umbrella Insurance - 01/18/12 03:02 PM
Vancouver Homeowner Umbrella Insurance Did you know that you stand the risk of being sued as a Vancouver homeowner if somebody gets injured on your property? An accident can happen to someone visiting you or to someone you have hired to mow your lawn or fix your light. A visiting friend may trip and fall on the stairs, injuring or breaking a leg.
A Vancouver property owner runs the risk of being held legally liable for such an accident happening within his property. The liability cover offered by standard homeowner’s insurance can be of use but only to an extent. It may not be enough … (0 comments)

Factors To Consider Before Investing In Vancouver Acreage Property - 01/18/12 02:55 PM
Investing In Vancouver Acreage Property In most cases, Vancouver acreage property is normally located in the outskirts of cities and towns. This means that there are certain factors that should be taken into consideration if you are thinking about purchasing property of an acre or more.
In cities, amenities like water, electricity and sewer services are provided by the local authorities. This is not the case for those living outside the city. Instead, septic tanks are used for sewerage, and water is provided through wells. The owner is responsible for their maintenance, and social amenities may be few and far between.
It is important to carry out a thorough inspection of … (0 comments)

Selling A Vancouver Home With A Smoker In It - 01/17/12 07:48 PM
Selling A Vancouver Home With A Smoker In It If you are selling a home in Vancouver and someone has been smoking regularly in it, you'll have some washing and cleaning to do to make it appealing to non-smokers. Tobacco smoke is very prevalent and long-lasting. Air fresheners can only go so far to get rid of the smoke smell. They are only a temporary solution and the smell will return very quickly. You'll need a method that is more permanent to help get rid of the odor of smoke.
Here are some things you can do that will permanently handle the smell … (1 comments)

Receiving Mail From A Vancouver Real Estate Agent - 01/17/12 07:43 PM
SoldByJark.com When you began showing an interest in real estate and start talking to a few agents you may start receiving some mail about open houses or new houses available in your area. Even if an interest hasn't been shown, you will receive some mail from agents from time to time to let you know about different properties on the market. While you may not be interested in the properties that are brought to your attention, they could serve as excellent reference points for the properties that you are interested in.
Here is why Vancouver real estate agents send mail to you:
• … (1 comments)

The Link Between Your Credit Card And Your Vancouver Mortgage - 01/17/12 07:37 PM
Credit Cards Effecting Your Mortgage There is a direct link between your credit card and your Vancouver mortgage and it does not have to do with using your credit card with a 30% rate of interest to purchase your new home. The link between your card and your mortgage lies in your credit rating. If your credit is out of whack you are not going to be able to qualify for a mortgage. If you want to buy a house and get approved for a home loan you need to make sure that your credit card bill payments reflect responsible credit ownership so that the lenders consider you a … (1 comments)

Basic Checklist For Buying A Vancouver Condo - 01/16/12 02:09 PM
Buying a Condo Checklist Here is a very basic checklist that you should use before buying a Vancouver condo. This checklist should be put together before looking at any units and making a decision based on emotion instead of logic. By sticking to this checklist you be able to find the perfect condo that you love and meets all of your criteria.
1. What floor do you want to live on?
Some people like to be as high as possible while some people don't want to leave the safety of the first floor. If you're looking at a high rise condominium you'll need to … (0 comments)

Common Mistakes Made When Purchasing Vancouver Real Estate - 01/16/12 02:06 PM
Real Estate Mistakes Many first time homebuyers will rush into a Vancouver real estate agreement without thinking things through and this can end up being disastrous. Without properly assessing the residence or property first you could lose a significant amount of money. It is very common to see homebuyers simply fall in love with a house and purchase it without getting it properly inspected. In some cases the new homeowner may end up being stuck with a house that is beautiful on the outside but failing apart behind the walls.
Here are some of the other common mistakes that many buyers make when purchasing a new … (0 comments)

Borrowing Money Privately - Documents Needed To Close A Vancouver Real Estate Deal - 01/16/12 02:02 PM
Borrowing Money Privately When you are looking for Vancouver real estate for investment purposes, and you are having trouble borrowing money from the bank or other financial institutions, you may have to consider your other options. For some, these options might include not getting their ideal house or investment property. For others, they may contact a private lender. Should the lender feel interested and believe that the venture is relatively safe, they may lend you the money.
Promissory note
A promissory note is one of the papers that you will need to sign in order to obtain the loan. It is the agreement that has been reached by both … (1 comments)

Vancouver Home Loan - Where Your Payments Go - 01/16/12 01:56 PM
If you have a Vancouver home loan you will be paying interest monthly on the whole balance that is still owing. At the beginning almost all of your payment will be put towards paying off the interest. As the years go by, however, less money is put towards the interest and more gets put towards the principal.
If you have a 30 year mortgage to pay off, for example, at a 7% rate, you will still be paying more towards the interest than the principal, even when you are halfway through the payments. When you are fifteen years into the mortgage only about 75% of … (0 comments)

Vancouver Real Estate And Retirement Planning - Putting The Two Together - 01/16/12 01:52 PM
Vancouver Real Estate And Retirement Planning A lot of people do not factor in Vancouver real estate when they are planning for their retirement. Money and income is the main focus for retirement planning, but real estate also plays a very important part of the process. If you are financially set up for retirement, where do you want to be and what kind of lifestyle do you want to be living? The answers to these questions will help determine what kind of accommodations you should be planning for in the future.
What lifestyle do you envision for your retirement?
A lot of people think … (0 comments)

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Who are we?BOOM Magazine is all about property investment. When this magazine was conceived, the market lacked some real content relating directly to property investment. It seemed like just about every realtor could contribute an article about selling your home and it would be in blogs and magazines all over the place.
What do we do?BOOM Magazine was created for the property investor, by the property investor. Each month, you will see contributions from professionals in the market as they share their experience in the field. Within BOOM Magazine, you can expect the … (1 comments)

Vancouver Real Estate Contracts – Understanding The Legalities Of Signing A Contract - 01/16/12 01:41 PM
Understanding The Legalities Of Signing A Contract Whether you are searching the market for potential homes to buy or are putting up a Vancouver real estate property for sale, you should be aware and familiar with the legalities of a real estate contract. By fully understanding the contract you can avoid a potential battle over this agreement that has been made between the buyer and the seller.
When a real estate contract is signed it means that you are accepting the terms included. You’ll have to read through the entire contract and fully understand everything you are signing. This contract, when signed, is stating that … (0 comments)

Take The Stress Out Of Your Vancouver Real Estate Purchase - 01/11/12 08:37 PM
Keep it Stress Free by Jark Buying real estate can be a very stressful time in your life, but it really doesn't need to be that way. Buying a new home is an adventure and should really be a fun and exciting time for you. There are a few things you can do to keep the stress out of a Vancouver real estate purchase so that you can relax and enjoy the process.
Be prepared
A lot of stress is caused by the unknown. If you have anything that is worrying you about a Vancouver real estate purchase, let your agent know right away. … (2 comments)

Buying A Vancouver House That Needs Demolition Work - 01/11/12 08:26 PM
When you are looking around for the ideal Vancouver home you may come across houses that have a lot of appealing aspects to them but need to be renovated to suit your needs. If you find a home that requires some demolition work, this expense needs to be figured into your budget when calculating the overall cost of the home.
If you are thinking about buying a house in Vancouver that needs some demolition work done you should really have a general idea of how much the project will cost and what you can do on your own. When it comes to demolishing parts of … (0 comments)

Finding The Right Vancouver Real Estate Agent At The Right Office - 01/11/12 07:19 PM
A Vancouver real estate agent is usually a part of a team working out of one office. Together, the team has put together their own expectations of what they expect from each agent as far as professionalism, customer service team commitment and dedication to excellence go. When you visit one agent in the office it is a reflection of the whole team’s values and integrity. You'll know you're dealing with their right agent when the following are in place.
Customer service
A Vancouver real estate agent should make you feel that you are always important and special. You should never feel rushed in any conversations … (0 comments)

Vancouver House Versus A Condo - Taking A Look At The Benefits And Drawbacks - 01/11/12 07:10 PM
Vancouver Aerial There are both benefits and drawbacks to buying either a Vancouver house or a condo. You may be torn between the two of them, depending on what stage you are at in your life. Here is a comparison between the two that may help you come to a decision.
Benefits of a Condo
One of the biggest advantages of buying a Vancouver condominium is the price. For the most part, a condo will cost a lot less than a house and for many it is an affordable option when a house is out of the question.
The other benefits of owning a … (1 comments)

Buying A Vancouver House With A Chimney – What You Need To Know - 01/11/12 05:39 PM
A Vancouver house with a chimney is almost a necessity for some people. A chimney can help reduce the heating bill and can be very enjoyable. Many people like to relax in front of a warm fire in the comfort of their own living room. Keep in mind, however, that chimneys are not maintenance-free. They require regular cleaning because the wood and paper that you burn release chemicals and soot that can build up in the walls of your chimney.
Having a clean chimney is not an option; it is critical. Many chimney fires have started and destroyed entire houses because of a homeowner’s lack … (0 comments)

Selling and Maintaining a Vacant Home In Vancouver - 01/11/12 05:31 PM
Selling A Vacant Home In Vancouver Sometimes there is no way to avoid selling a vacant home in Vancouver. If you have had a sudden job transfer or need to leave the area quickly for one reason or another, you may have to leave your vacant while you are trying to sell it. This will leave you at a disadvantage, however, since a vacant house will usually sell 30% to 50% slower than a house that is occupied.
Why occupied homes sell faster
1. When a house has furniture in it the buyer can imagine what the house would look like if … (0 comments)

Vancouver Real Estate - Simple Ideas To Renew Your Kitchen - 01/11/12 05:26 PM
Winter season is coming and  can be very dreary, but you can spark it up with some simple kitchen renovations that will help you sell your Vancouver when you put it on the market. If you are looking to put in some work on your home, you can consider an ‘in house’ home improvement project like a kitchen makeover.
You can give your kitchen a much-needed makeover on a tight budget. Here are some simple ideas that will help you revamp your kitchen and these tricks will give you a beautiful kitchen that is well within your reach.
Kitchen cabinets
You … (0 comments)

Tips For Holding A Successful Vancouver Open House - 01/11/12 05:20 PM
A Vancouver open house gives you a great opportunity to find a potential homebuyer. If not well managed, the results can be the opposite, scaring away potential homebuyers. Your goal is to get a potential buyer to make a commitment.
How then can you make your open house sessions to attractive that potential buyers line up to make you an offer? Here are some useful tips that can help you seal a profitable deal.
Take Time with Each Potential Buyer
If you want to make a sale, give each potential buyer your time and attention. Walk each buyer around the home and allow them to … (0 comments)

First Time Vancouver Home Buyer? - 01/11/12 05:14 PM
First Time Vancouver Homebuyers Expectations As a first time Vancouver homebuyer you may not know exactly what to expect in house prices and types of homes. It may come as quite a shock to find out exactly what you can afford and what is out of your price range when you first start looking at the Vancouver homes available.
A lot of first time Vancouver homebuyers have a palace in mind when they can really only afford a small home. This is something that every agent must address at some point in his career, and it must be handled early enough so that the buyer … (0 comments)

Green Houses vs Location and How to Make Your Current Home Green - 01/11/12 05:04 PM
Green Houses Vs Location The growing trend of real estate is Vancouver green houses - there is no denying that. Green is definitely the wave of the future and it's not going to be going away anytime soon. In fact, every year the push for green environmentally friendly homes gets stronger and builders are trying to keep up with the demand.
As a real estate investor you'll see that a lot of the greener houses are further from the center of the town. This brings up the question of location versus green. It is harder to find green homes in already - established and wanted … (1 comments)

Immigration affect real estate market a lot - 01/06/12 11:51 PM
We all know that the immigration bring us not only technology, but also investment, a skilled labor force, and a healthy population growth for a vast geography boasting less than 40 million people (less than most countries in Europe!).  Today however, Canada needs more immigrants to sustain its economic growth but the Conservative government won’t significantly increase immigration levels because Canadians don’t want too many newcomers and the federal government can’t afford to integrate them either.   This article "Immigration numbers won’t jump drastically: Kenney"  said that too many immigration may have a significant effect on Canadian economy; they stimulate economic development, but on … (3 comments)

HST affects home sales in B.C. - 01/06/12 11:47 PM

Many people may not know the 12-percent HST applies only to new homes and not to previously occupied houses being resold. However, the provincial government apparently hasn’t done a good job informing people about this.  A client told me he think he can save a lot if he buys a house after the HST is cancelled.   I smiled and said, "you know what sire, actually not too many home buyers are waiting until the referendum on the harmonized sales tax is finished before making their purchase."  He bacame puzzled & curious and asked why, then I told him the price is getting … (0 comments)

Buying a house in the U.S.? We help you Win! - 01/06/12 11:42 PM
Have you considered to buy a house in the U.S.?  According to a recent survey, one in five Canadians are contemplating scooping up one of the almost four million "undervalued" properties that are now for sale in the United States.   Of course, there can be a chasm between contemplation and action.  But with the loonie at a three-year high and prices in some southern states down more than 50%, legions of Canadians are being tempted.   Canadians know that these prices are the equoivalent of 1950's prices in the US and they are not going to ignore it.  In the article "Buying … (1 comments)

What to make of assessed home values - 01/06/12 11:39 PM
As we recorded before, house prices in Vancouver, West Vancouver, North Vancouver, Burnaby and Richmond are high and still climbing.  However, declines in assessed values in the Sea to Sky region, including Whistler, which may have caught some by surprise.  People may wonder why this happened, and we think assessments are established by analyzing recent sales as well as age, size, condition, location and other characteristics of a property.  But the assessed value may - in fact, often does - vary from the market value when it's time to buy or sell.  The article " what to make of assessed home values" … (1 comments)

Home sales rise while prices ease - 01/06/12 11:35 PM
As we know, everything is related to globalization: economics of one nation affect the other.  The Canadian national average sale price in June  was $372,700, an increase of 8.7 per cent from 2011.  This figure continues to reflect sales in the "expensive" Vancouver relative to the rest of the country.   We maintain that the most likely outcome for Canada's housing market over the next few years is not an abrupt downward correction but rather a period of relatively flat sales and pricing that eventually restores a better affordability balance.  This notion is discussed well in the following article.  The article " Home sales … (0 comments)

Vancouver Home Selling & Moving Guide - 01/06/12 11:29 PM
Vancouver Home Selling & Moving Guide  
If you have been thinking about selling your home but don't really know what to expect, here is a basic Vancouver home selling guide to look at. It outlines the basics of selling your home in Vancouver and what you need to do to get prepared for it.
1. Why are you selling?
Examine the reasons why you want to sell your Vancouver home. You should only put your home up for sale if you are firmly motivated to sell it. If you have any vague doubts lingering about buying a new home and leaving your existing … (1 comments)

Real estate | Metro Vancouver price growth cooled in 2011: report - 01/06/12 12:47 AM
Many Clients asked me what is the real estate market is going to be like  in 2012, is the price going to increase or decrease? I said it may slightly going up about two percent. Today's article "Real estate | Metro Vancouver price growth cooled in 2011: report" which is published in Vancouver Sun turned out I am right.  Prices started dropping in June, although nine municipalities still saw double-digit gains.   Robyn Adamache, senior market analyst, Metro Vancouver, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp said "We're expecting much less price growth this year compared to 2011."  He added," We're expecting much less price growth this … (0 comments)

Fundamental Demands for Housing: Can't Argue with That! - 01/05/12 09:38 PM
Clients ask me how easy it is to rent their properties and how many new arrival we have here in Greater Vancouver.   I have read many statistics which remind me of about 800 new arrivals into the Province form other Provinces or outside of the Country.  But this article, titled "Condo rebound pushes new-home construction higher." located at http://bit.ly/ooMY3f - reminds me of the same once again.
In a nutshell: THERE IS A FUNDAMENTAL DEMAND FOR HOUSING, AND THIS CANNOT BE ARGUED WITH.
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Useful Thinkbit from Jark: AVERAGE PRICES - 01/05/12 09:23 PM
I read an interesting tidbit 20110503 about the Housing Price Index: "There’s considerable variation in activity within the communities in our region. This is causing home price trends to differ depending on the area,” Setticasi said. “Your local REALTOR® is a valuable resource for obtaining the most accurate, up-to-date market evaluation.” The MLSLink® Housing Price Index (HPI) benchmark price for all residential properties in Greater Vancouver over the last 12 months has increased 5 per cent to $622,991 in April 2011 from $593,419 in April 2010." Greater Vancouver housing market sees typical spring activity in April For more information, go to: http://bit.ly/isukU5
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Vancouver Condos And Your Pets -A Winning Combination Or A Recipe For Disaster? - 01/05/12 09:05 PM
If you have been looking around at Vancouver condos and have decided that this is a lifestyle you'd like to pursue, you'll have to think about it from your pet’s point of view and from the condo association's viewpoint as well. Although you desperately love your furry little creature you're going to have to realize that not all others share in your love for animals. Some people have allergies while others just don't care to socialize with four-legged creatures.
If getting rid of your pet is not going to be a part of your move you're going to have to work … (0 comments)

"Granville Mansion" 1503 W. 66th Ave. - 01/05/12 08:50 PM
Phone LISTING AGENT to Show. Owner Occupied & EASY to Show. Touchbase or Texting NOT Encouraged or Guaranteed. ALL DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE: WWW.SOLDBYJARK.COM/MLS/1954 OPEN HOUSES, WEEKENDS: 1-4pm.
Welcome to "Granville Mansion"! Built by "Orca West Developments" in November 1998 & WINNER of the 1999 Gold Georgie Award for Best Mixed-Use Development in BC. This 2 Bedroom + Den + 2 Bathroom darling is in a well managed building located in the most preferred Granville & West 66th Ave area. New Stainless Appliances, Engineered Hardwood, Crown Mouldings, Baseboards, Lighting & Paint. Great Location, easy access to Restaurants, Banks, Library, Trendy shops, Cafes! 10 … (0 comments)

"WINDGATE" 1924 COMOX ST., V6G 1R9 - 01/05/12 08:37 PM
This article includes#1 BUILDING DETAILS first &#2 BUILDING LOCATION second &#3 BUILDING & UNIT PHOTOGRAPHS of our recent "Open House"Contact us @ Jark@SOLDbyJARK.com or 604.790.9945, to view units in this building!Courtesy of Jark Krysinski & Associates
#1 BUILDING DETAILSBUILDING NAME: WINDGATE ON THE PARKHIGHLIGHTS: West of DENMAN tucked away on Comox is this delightful West End home steps to Stanley Park. This North East CORNER suite is made up of TWO bedroom plus TWO full baths and comes with a large wrap around balcony plus gas fireplace and secured parking stall. The building is currently undergoing a complete rainscreen to be paid for in … (0 comments)

"QUEEN CHARLOTTE" 1101 Nicola St., Vancouver, BC, V6G 2E3 - (UNIT #56) - 01/05/12 08:22 PM
This article includes#1 BUILDING DETAILS first &#2 BUILDING LOCATION second &#3 BUILDING & UNIT PHOTOGRAPHS of our recent "Open House"Contact us @ Jark@SOLDbyJARK.com or 604.790.9945, to view units in this building!Courtesy of Jark Krysinski & Associates
#1 BUILDING DETAILSBUILDING NAME: Queen CharlotteHIGHLIGHTS: For the most discerning Heritage Lovers: the Queen Charlotte circa 1928. This top floor NE corner suite has been beautifully restored to its original luster. Featuring reclaimed Oak floors throughout, elegant crown mouldings and large casemen t windows w/ views to the NS Mtns. The stainless chef's kitchen offers a stunning contrast to the Heritage design of the home and the understated … (1 comments)

"ANDALUCA" - 1388 NELSON ST., V6E 1J9 (UNIT #306) - 01/05/12 07:57 PM
I just sold an amazing property at the ANDALUCA building in Downtown, great property!
This article includes#1 BUILDING DETAILS first &#2 BUILDING LOCATION second &#3 BUILDING & UNIT PHOTOGRAPHS of our recent "Open House"Contact us @ Jark@SOLDbyJARK.com or 604.790.9945, to view units in this building!Courtesy of Jark Krysinski & Associates
#1 BUILDING DETAILSBUILDING NAME: ANDALUCAHIGHLIGHTS: Andaluca at 1388 Nelson Street was built by Polygon with rainscreen system. Located in the West End, walk to park, seawall and shopping centre.The complex features 42 units with 37 condo units at 1388 Nelson and 5 townhouse units at 1008 Broughton and 1392-1398 Nelson.BUILT DATE: … (0 comments)

Stocks vs. Real Estate - 01/05/12 07:38 PM
How stocks have performed relative to Real Estate prices in Canada at large.  Which one makes better long-term investment?  The article "Stocks vs. Real Estate"  give us some useful data for us to decide whether to  invest stocks or real estate.   Appreciating 12.4% annually between 2001 and 2006, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller U.S. Home Price index. That clobbered stock prices, which gained only 4.3% a year as measured by the S&P 500.   Although over the long run stocks win easily, it is also more risky.

It really needs to think twice before you invest. Want to earn more and … (1 comments)

Great US Investment Information & News - 01/05/12 07:24 PM
US Real Estate Investments I just received this from some dear friends in the US, which is also reported by MSN Real Estate, and wanted to share some great facts with you: "Real-Estate Winners and Losers of 2011"  
Let's look back at what 2011 meant for US real estate players, Winners: Property InvestorsHere's one thing that almost everyone in the real-estate business seems to agree on: 2011 was the year of the investor. With a flood of bank-owned properties on the market and prices rolled back to 2003 levels, investors who had cash or access to credit were eagerly scooping up … (1 comments)

 
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Hello, my name is Jark! I have been a real estate investor for the past 15 years, predominately in the Greater Vancouver area but also in the developing real-estate locales of Whistler as well as Revelstoke. I share my research and writing on a daily basis as an added service to my clients. It's important to realize that REALTORS are not only sales people but are also scholars of Real Estate in their own right. The hundreds of articles I've published serve to exemplify this point. In Vancouver specifically, I’ve bought and sold more than four businesses of my own – prior to licensing as a real estate licensee – and have bought three passive real-estate holdings. If you’re looking for an agent who’s not only thought about real estate but has also bought and sold his own properties, and taken his own calculated risks, give me a holler and we’ll discuss the market and your participation therein. For more than theory, speak to someone who’s empirically on the same page as an experienced real estate investor.


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