How will this Affect Property Values?  Another reason to buy on the "west side".  Vancouver pushes for subway line along Broadway!   The City of Vancouver is determined to lay a subway line along the busy Broadway Corridor, extending the SkyTrain system from Commercial Drive to UBC. While some are calling for a cheaper light-rail system for Broadway, Vancouver transportation director Jerry Dobrovolny says that an underground SkyTrain is the only viable option. “The SkyTrain recommendation from the city engineering department, made to council Tuesday, firmly shuts the door to the light-rail option that one group of transit experts believe would be cheaper and more practical than a SkyTrain line,” reads an article in the Globe and Mail. “But Mr. Dobrovolny was insistent that a light-rail ... 11/28/2012

I am happy to present a new Presale Project I am promoting just a few blocks from my Office, it's called 6&Fir.  I am one of the few Buyer Agents for this development and have all the floorplans and other documents for those who are interested.  Also, if you are looking to buy from the US or from China or abroad, I'm very happy to help with other arrangements such as local Lawyers, Accountants, Bank contacts, Local Financing, Inspections, and so on.   If you would like to know more about this (Realtor or Public questions) don't hesitate to leave me a message at jark@teamyvr.com or leave a comment below! 6&Fir   By Westbank 1569 W 6th Ave Vancouver From the low $400,000's To $1,899,900    Overview   Plans & Units   Photos    6&Fir is a new condo project by Westbank currently in preconstr... 11/18/2012

You'll love Kits360!  I am happy to present a new Presale Project I am promoting in Vancouver.  I am one of the few Buyer Agents for this development and have all the floorplans and other documents for those who are interested.  Also, if you are looking to buy from the US or from Chine or abroad, I'm very happy to help with other arrangements such as local Lawyers, Bank contacts and so on.   If you would like to know don't hesitate to leave me a message at jark@teamyvr.com or leave a comment below!  Kits360   www.kits360.com By Intergulf Development Group 1777 West 7th Avenue Vancouver From $299,900    Overview   Plans & Units   Photos    Kits360 is a new condo and townhouse project by Intergulf Development Group currently in preconstruction at 1777 West 7th Avenue in Vancouver. The pro... 11/13/2012

Great Day at Vancouver's famed Greek festival. All the elements of a greek party were there. Godess Athena, Posieden and King Lionidis were among the few walking and and taking part of what Greeks are known for. Diaskedesi (Have a party) Although with the constant reminder of the riot that broke out st the Stanley Cup playoffs and the black eye vancouver has taken, The day was great and I just could not be in a safer place. My kds were out and we had a ball.                                       The day was perfect, Souvlaki on a stick, baklava and of course...Dancing!   And you thought all I knew was how to sell real estate OPA!   06/28/2011

Arbutus Walk Home Staging - Vancouver - Before & After Sometimes life just gets in the way.  This busy couple were run off their feet with their jobs, and a young child.  They had outgrown this lovely townhouse in a fantastic neighbourhood, and were ready to sell and move on to a larger property. Knowing that presentation is everything when selling your home, this couple called in Exit Stage Right, home staging, to transform their home into a desirable house that buyers would be anxious to purchase.  A half day was spent packing up excess items, and storing boxes and some furniture into an off-site storage unit.  Cleaners were hired, as well as carpet cleaners, to make sure every corner gleamed and shined.  Buyers want Q-tip clean homes.  Our Vancouver home staging company, Exit Stage R... 04/08/2011

Don't buy real estate in Vancouver BC Before......by Geraldine Santiago www.vancouverhomes.info   Don't buy real estate in Vancouver BC before attending this home buying seminar!  Buying a home is one of the biggest financial investment one will make, financially and maybe even emotionally.  Whether you are a veteran or a novice, buying a home can be intimidating and worrisome.  Understanding the buying process can give you the confidence you need to make the right decisions. Geraldine Santiago, author of the Complete Home Buyer's Guide for Canadians" is written by an experienced real estate agent who specializes in working with first time home buyers.  The book is written in an easy-to-iunderstand manner, guiding the home buyer from obtaining financing to the final paperwork.   Seminar... 10/31/2010

Maps and MLS, Save Time and Money by Geraldine Santiago Information for Buyers:  www.vancouverhomes.info and www.bchomebuyer.ca   Many years ago, I used a tool on my hand held phone called "GeoJet" e-mapping. (www.e-mapping.com through GeoJet Information Solutions Inc.) This was a great tool for real estate agents, especially those who specialized in buyers, because it provided potential home buyers with a directional map on my hand held phone, showing not only the precise location of the listing property, but other information on the MLS such as the price, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, etc.   My hand held was a Siemens SX56 which was a pocket PC phone offered through my real estate board, the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.This service was invaluable, especially because it... 10/20/2010