Geraldine Santiago's (geraldinesantiago76rain) Blog

Volunteer:  It's Not Always About Real Estate by Geraldine Santiago   Last week, I spent an afternoon with a Grade 3/4 class in Richmond, BC.  I was the 'art teacher' for the afternoon at Garden City Elementary where I helped some twenty-five students make an early Mother's Day surprise by drawin...

We've come a long way.....but we still have work to do! by Geraldine Santiago Published Author, Licensed Real Estate Agent   In 2005, the Real Estate errors and omissions insurance corporation sent out a newsletter siting 2005's Five Most Expensive Claims.  They were no final occupancy permit, no...

  It's not always about real estate......by Geraldine Santiago     Yes, i know...I'm a real estate agent, but one of my passions is painting!  I paint for fun and for my friends and family!  I've been fortunate enough to teach at an elementary school many years ago, receiving a grant from the gov...

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.  Whet...

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...

FREE Home Buying Seminar in Filipino, Vancouver, BC Date: February 16, 2011  Where:  Dunbar Community Centre Time  7-9pm Are you a caregiver or new immigrant wanting to know about the housing market in Vancouver?  Have you ever wondered if you can afford to purchase a home of your own? What abou...

  Grants, Rebates, Credits and Deferment Programs for Home Owners by Geraldine Santiago   The programs and incentives listed below are designed to help first time home buyers and owners by offering rebates, grants, credits, and deferment programs for those who qualify. 1. Home Buyers’ Plan Qualif...

First time home buyers- What exactly is included in the purchase price of a condo? by Geraldine Santiago, Published Author, Licensed Real Estate Consultant   When buying your first home, first time home buyers are always looking at the price of the unit of the condominium or strata titled propert...

The Importance of MLS Accuracy by Geraldine Santiago   All first time home buyers rely on MLS listings for its accuracy for much needed information. When the accuracy of the information is either out of date, or if the information is misprinted through human error, or if the information is incomp...

First Time Home Buyer Seminar; October 5, 2010 False Creek Community Centre, 2 more spots available   Buying a home is probably the largest investment you will ever make, financially and maybe emotionally.  Whether you are a veteran or a novice, buying a home can be intimidating and worrisome.  U...