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January Market Release

February 23rd, 2009
Home listings withdraw as sales volume slows   VANCOUVER, B.C. – February 3, 2009 – The first month of 2009 saw a continued reduction in the number of homes listed for sale in Greater Vancouver, while sales volumes in January were the lowest for that month since the early 1980s.   The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that sales of detached, attached and apartment pro ...

Record High sale for Vancouver in October

November 13th, 2007
October housing sales consistent with record highs Vancouver, B.C. November 5, 2007 - The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that total residential sales reached 3028 units in October 2007, an increase of 11.2 per cent compared to 2,722 sales in October 2006, and a 2.3 per cent decrease compared to the 3,099 units sold in October 2005. Property listings remain relat ...

Over 380,000 Households-

June 2nd, 2006
Over 380,000 Households in Five Major Centres Intend to Buy a Home in 2006  (From CMHC May 17th) OTTAWA, May 17, 2006 — Over 380,000 households in Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver indicated they were ready to buy a home this year, according to the Consumer Intentions to Buy or Renovate a Home survey released by Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). This represen ...

Keeping track...

May 23rd, 2006

Keeping track of the Jones worldwide

Greater Vancouver's superb quality of life - its scenic natural beauty, moderate climate and high level of services - make it the third best place to live in the world and the best place to live in Canada.
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Good News!

March 30th, 2006
I'm happy to report that realtors are required to take professional development courses.  I feel strongly that to be able to stay on top of the market you need to be informed and educated.  The industry and market is always changing.  The following is the news announcement from Realtylink. Vancouver Realtors Join Provincial Education Program VANCOUVER, BC: -- Real Estate Board of Greater ...

Market Update-Realtylink

March 13th, 2006
Strong demand continues to drive housing market Vancouver, B.C. March 2, 2006 - Healthy sales and increased listing activity this February was stronger than previous years except for last year, which posted the highest sales on record. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that 2,941 detached, attached and apartment properties sold in February 2006, a decrease of 4.1 pe ...

Small down?

March 8th, 2006

Did you know that 5% down does not apply to just first time buyers?  That's right.  

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