It is important to know the East Vancouver real estate market before investing one’s hard earned money on any property. In case a prospective buyer or investor has no idea of how this market works or what to expect of it, they should easily hire a reputable real estate agent to help with the process of purchasing a home including interpreting the purchase of contract. With the help of these professionals, a buyer can easily detect any loopholes in their contract and faults detected in the property itself . Knowing the current market trends on the east side is very important in order to make the right choice.  December 2013 Real Estate Stats For persons looking to rent a home, there are certain things that should be checked and tested before signing the lease and moving into the house. For instance, the electrical and plumbing in the house should be tested […]

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Some of Gastown’s top restaurants are serving up Vancouver’s best food and drinks adding quality of life to Gastown Condo Living! The Chill Winston The Chill Winston restaurant is located along the 3 Alexander Street and features a patio with a beautiful view as well as a lounge with an atmosphere that is friendly. Winston serves its clients international cuisines and dishes made with locally sourced food ingredients. For instance, all the pork, beef and lamb used in the dishes are gotten locally. The Cork & Fin The Cork & Fin is located along the 221 Carrall Street and features an elegant setting for dining its delicious seafood that is amazingly cooked. Just like many other local restaurants, Cork & Fin serve dishes made from ingredients that are home grown; especially the meats. The L’abattoir 217 Carroll Street is the exact location of this excellent restaurant, the L’Abattoir. As one […]

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Kits is the common name used to refer to Kitsilano, a development savvy neighbourhood situated to Vancouver’s north western side. Several recreational centres and facilities, restaurants as well as cafes are available in the residential area to ensure its residents have access to anything they might need. The two beaches surrounding Kits in the north is an attraction that draws both the young and the old, singles as well as families. Whether a visitor or resident is looking to bask in the sun or enjoy a water sport such as stand up paddle boarding & Kayaking to name a few. The beaches bordering Kitsilano are a perfect destination, making it a residential area of choice. Featuring two commercial areas that are very popular, residents of this neighbourhood can easily shop for a variety of products from different brands. The availability of shopping centres and restaurants within the neighbourhood ensures that the […]

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The Vancouver real estate market is constantly changing and Gastown is one of the emerging residential areas. Gastown condos for sale are the suitable option to invest in within Vancouver. The vibrant Gastown I located downtown Vancouver and have a unique blend of historical facades and all new construction with a very modern aesthetic. The condos are quite affordable to purchase and may include many more features due to the demand for housing units in Vancouver Canada. Gastown is an exciting, vibrant and growing neighbourhood offering  an abundance of amenities  like convenient public transport, restaurants, pubs to name a few. Tourist attractions are also within a walking distance and one can easily access the airport via the Canada sky line train. Gastown condos therefore make a great investment opportunity for any business person. In Gastown is one of the new condo projects currently in pre-construction along Vancouver’s 150 East Cordova […]

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When it comes to finding perfect Mount Pleasant homes for sale that suits the needs of a potential buyer, settling on one home can be quite a challenge. There are several reasons that might bring about this kind of challenge. Irrespective of a buyer’s established budget, big or small, the decision to invest in property is a big and important one. Every individual and family have different needs when it comes to finding the right home. Therefore, a perfect house is the one that falls within the established budget, features all the needed amenities and provide enough space for all the people to occupy the new housing unit. Another important factor to look out for is the exact location where a potential buyer would like to stay. The many real estates in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood guarantee its residents a diverse and unique experience. Some of the areas offering housing […]

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There may not be a better time than the present to make an offer for Vancouver homes for sale. The Globe and Mail’s Kerry Gold states in his December 13, 2013 article:

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November 2013 Food, Wine & Real Estate Location: 1535 West 6th Vancouver Phone: 604.620.2070 Website: farmersapprentice.ca The Farmer’s Apprentice The Farmer’s Apprentice was recently suggested to me by a colleague and seeing that it was walking distance from my office, I decided to meet my wife for lunch one Friday last month. This small restaurant located in the Fairview Slopes is headed by executive chef David Gunawan (formerly of Wildebeest and West) and his partner Dara Young (a chef but now manages the front of house). We were greeted by Ms Young and seated at the small bar overlooking the open kitchen. She explained their concept as choosing local food, embracing the farm-to-table movement and that their menu changes daily depending on what products are available. Most plates are meant to be shared. I started with the mushroom soup ($6). It was so delicious that my wife had to order […]

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I just Sold 9- 6063 Iona Drive at Coast  for $1,125,000 . Three bedroom Townhouse Condo at “COAST” situated on UBC’s northern point. Very Large Luxury 3 bedroom + Den + 900sq.ft. Media/Family Room. Including imported lime stone tile floors, hardwood, a chef’s kitchen with granite topped island, Miele appliances, Sub Zero built-in fridge, with stunning European style cabinets. Enjoy outdoor living in your private front garden extending from the living room. Includes a 2 car enclosed private garage + 1 locker. Steps from the beaches, nature trails, Chan Centre, museums & close to the UBC bus station. Step out your door & take your daily walks to the beaches or explore UBC’s world class amenities. Open House Sat Nov 30 2-4pm

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The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Housing Market Update for June 2012 with REBGV president-elect Eugen Klein. For more information go to https://vancouvercanadahomes.com Or Please feel free to leave a comment bellow!

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Are you looking for condos for sale in Vancouver? First time buyers may take a number of challenges when deciding on whether to buy a property or not. If you want to be completely satisfied with your investment, you need to fully understand how the Vancouver condo market works. You need to be well-informed before making a decision so you will have a realistic expectation on the property. Before making your first condo investment, you need to be fully equipped with the details to avoid any issues in the future. When buying a condo, you have to understand that you are into a shared living. This means that you do not have full control on how much you have to shell-out for the upgrades, maintenance and other emergencies. You also need to be prepared in paying more than what you expect – for the emergencies or strata fees that are […]

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