by Amy Rozier | Apr 24, 2018 | Consumer Matters, Hot Topics, Legislation
Vancouver’s tax on empty homes will bring in $30-million of revenue in its first year, but that will come from only a tiny proportion of homeowners. More than 5,000 properties out of 8,500 deemed vacant by city staff received exemptions under rules of the new tax...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 19, 2018 | Consumer Matters, Hot Topics
Solid contracts = solid results Why are Purchase and Sale Agreements are so Important in Real Estate Transactions? There is A LOT at stake in a real estate transaction. What is included or omitted within a contract can be the difference between a smooth transaction or...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 16, 2018 | Choosing A REALTOR®, Consumer Matters, Hot Topics, Research
Asking these questions will save you time and money in the long run: How long have you been selling real estate? Have you received any disciplinary actions or complaints during this time? What is the percent of Sellers compared to Buyers that you serve? May I see all...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 15, 2018 | Consumer Matters, Hot Topics
Best Padlocks: Not All Locks Are Created Equal You walk to your shed or storgae locker and notice that something seems off. Your padlock is on the ground and the door is open. Suddenly it hits you: someone has broken in. Your privacy has been violated and you feel...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 11, 2018 | Consumer Matters, Hot Topics
Proper staging makes a home feel spacious, tasteful, and inviting to the broadest range of buyers. Magic happens behind the scenes when a home is well styled! Before & After: Simplify and brighten the living room with lighter paint and furniture, expose the...
