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BC Commercial Leading Indicator Points to Strong 2012

February 28th, 2012

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BC Commercial Leading Indicator Points to a Strong 2012

Vancouver, BC – February 28, 2012.The BCREA Commercial Leading Indicator (CLI) rose for the second consecutive quarter, advancing 1.1 points to an index level of 111. On a fourth-quarter over fourth-quarter basis, the CLI moved 1.6 per cent h ...

COMING SOON!, Vancouver , BC

February 19th, 2012

I just finished uploading this House for sale, COMING SOON!, Vancouver , BC

COMING SOON! From the team that just set the new standard in Dunbar style, comes the opportunity for the purchase of the next great Westside contemporary home. Contact Listing Realtors to find out more, or to arrange viewings of earlier projects.

BC Government Announces New HST/PST Housing Transitional Rules

February 18th, 2012

Government announces new HST/PST housing transitional rules

The government today announced the HST/PST transitional rules on new homes.

As the province transitions back to the PST, which will replace the HST effective April 1, 2013, measures to ease the HST burden on new home buyers include:

  • The BC New Housing Rebate threshold will increase to $850,000 from $525,000, so that more than 90% of ...

Highlights of the New Strata Property Act Guidelines Approved by BC Government

February 17th, 2012
Highlights of the new regulations

These regulations were developed after extensive consultation with strata owners and corporations, legal experts and other professionals. In addition, 1,800 British Columbians participated in an online consultation survey.

Depreciation reports

Depreciation reports are now mandatory for all strata corporation with two exemptions:

  • strata corporations which hav ...

Making Your Home More Energy Efficient

February 13th, 2012

Small changes reap big savings

When it comes to making your home more energy efficient, you can easily make small changes that won't cost you a dime.

By Vancouver SunJanuary 27, 2012

When it comes to making your home more energy efficient, you can easily make small changes that won't cost you a dime.

With even a modest budget, big changes are possible, especially if you qualify for some of th ...

204 4373 Halifax Street, Burnaby , BC

February 10th, 2012

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 204 4373 Halifax Street, Burnaby , BC

One of the coveted largest 2 bedroom (932 square feet) floor plans now available at Brent Gardens. South facing overlooking the quiet gardens of the inner courtyard. Every room leads onto a huge 6'X24' covered balcony to enjoy summer & winter barbeques. Well maintained with updated bathroom & beautiful lamina ...

Greater Vancouver Housing Stats. January 2012

February 6th, 2012

Selection broadens and demand eases to kick off 2012 in the

Greater Vancouver housing market

VANCOUVER, B.C. – February 6, 2012

Greater Vancouver home sellers were more active than buyers in January and overall home prices, according to the new
MLS® Home Price Index

(MLS® HPI), continued to experience more stability and less fluctuation compared to the

beginning of 2011.

The Real Estate Board ...

2443 Alder Street, Vancouver , BC

February 4th, 2012

I just finished uploading this Apartment for sale, 2443 Alder Street, Vancouver , BC

75 1425 Lamey's Mill Road, Vancouver , BC

February 4th, 2012

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 75 1425 Lamey's Mill Road, Vancouver , BC

2 Storey Penthouse Unit located in 'Harbour Terrace' - one of the False Creek's premier concrete buildings. Just steps to seawall, Granville Island, marina & minutes from South Granville, downtown & Canada line. Enjoy the peace & tranquility of the garden below & an unobstructed Easterly view of the Marin ...