Mortgage Tips: Is the Stress Test Stressing You Out?
At the beginning of 2018, new federal guidelines came into effect requiring all federally regulated banks to vet mortgage applications using a minimum qualifying rate equal to the [...]
Housing Supply Ample as Buyers Remain Hesitant in September 2018
The slowing of sales activity and expansion of overall inventory continued in September for the Fraser Valley housing market. Sales reached their lowest point, and inventory hit its [...]
Buying Your First Home: Who you need on your team!
Buying a home takes an entire team of people and you want the best representation in all real estate matters. Finding the right people to work with takes [...]
2018 New Real Estate Rules and What They Mean
On June 15, 2018, a few changes came into effect as to how real estate transactions are conducted in BC. But, the most important question is how will [...]
Considering Adding an Income Suite?
A suite or secondary dwelling can be a great way to create income—a practical solution to being able to stay in your home rather than downsizing or moving [...]
April 2018 Real Estate Stats for Mission
Earlier this year, the real estate market in Mission continued to be strong. Sellers grew in confidence after a slow start in January and I saw a steady [...]
Do You Have Questions about Your Property Assessment?
I’ve received a lot of calls about the 2018 Property Assessment Notices and how listing prices and property taxes are affected. […]
October Property Sales for Fraser Valley Remain Strong!
Reaching the second highest point for an October in the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board’s history proves the market is still HOT—even in the midst of fall. [...]