Living in Vancouver BC? Vancouver, Canada is often rated as one of the most livable cities on the planet. It isn’t really surprising. With its beautiful views, pleasant climate (one of the warmest in the country), and opportunities, it is absolutely a very attractive place to see or reside in. It is such a stunning … Read more
Vancouver’s Real Estate market continues to show up despite Covid pandemic. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports(housing market report) that residential home sales in the region totalled 3,047 in August 2020, a 36.6 per cent increase from the 2,231 sales recorded in August 2019, and a 2.6 per cent decrease from the 3,128 homes sold in July 2020. “People who put their home buying and selling plans on hold in the spring … Read more
There has been much written on BiggerPockets recently about property management – Do you use a professional property manager? Should you use a professional property manager? What do they do? Are they worth it? I’d like to discuss who we are as property managers, what property managers should offer, and why I think property management services can … Read more
During these challenging and often confusing times, many Canadians have struggled with the repayment plan. To address this crisis the government of British Columbia has set the rules on how to deal with the unpaid rent that every landlord should be familiar with. Here are the answers to the questions landlords have been asking: Can … Read more
New condo development – Main & Twentieth, by Landa Global Properties at 209 East 20th Avenue, Vancouver. The development was completed in 2020. Sales for available units range in price from $710,900 to $915,900. Main & Twentieth has a total of 42 units. Sizes range from 631 to 876 square feet. Main & Twentieth Details Website: landaglobal.com Building Address: 209 East … Read more
Habitat is a new condo development by Porte Communities , Hudson Morris and fabric living currently in preconstruction at 2520 Guelph Street, Vancouver. The development is scheduled for completion in 2022. Habitat has a total of 70 units. Habitat Details Website: lifeathabitat.comBuilding Address: 2520 Guelph Street, Vancouver, BC Building Type: CondoOwnership: CondominiumSelling Status: Registration Sales Started: 2018Construction Status: Preconstruction Construction Started: Winter/Spring 2021 Estimated Completion: Fall/Winter 2022Builder(s): Porte Communities , Hudson Morris and fabric … Read more
The Pros and Cons of Owner-occupied and Non-owner occupied Rentals Owner – occupied rental or non owner occupied rental? Investing in real estate has a range of great benefits. It is, classically, an investment. Along with text benefits and (hopefully) the property value steadily increasing, the idea of investing in a property has a wide … Read more
The Final Walk-Through Checklist for Homebuyers When purchasing a new house, you want to make sure everything is perfect. It is a big decision and a very long-term investment. It is important to conduct a Final walk-through of your potential new home and check for any factors that may lead you to have a hard … Read more
Tips Before Buying a Rental Property If you are in the market for buying a house for yourself or to turn into your own property for rent or sale, there are factors that can change the process. Houses with tenants are one of those factors. Consider some of these tips before you attempt to buy … Read more
5 Factors to Consider Before Investing in Property There are a multiplicity of reasons people might invest in property: cash flow, tax deductions, real estate leverage, and hopefully, a steady increase in the property’s value. Below are 5 things to consider before making the move. I. Are you going to be settled? This one doesn’t … Read more
Owning and Running a Rental Property There seems to be an ongoing conversation about how owning and running a rental is a great way to invest money. And really, what is not to like about it? You invest in something that you rent out and it practically pays for itself. Indeed, owning real estate to … Read more
Understanding the realities of becoming a landlord YOUR GUIDE TO INVESTMENT PROPERTY. There are lots of things to like about being a landlord. After all, what is better than owning property and having that property provide you an income? Indeed, this is something that a lot of people aspire to but while you are busy … Read more