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Hastings Open House!

June 17th, 2009
We are proud to announce that this Saturday, June 20, 2009, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 2366 WALL Street , in Landmark Mariner in Hastings, Vancouver . This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Hastings. Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this ...

310 2366 WALL Street, Vancouver East, British Columbia

June 17th, 2009
I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 310 2366 WALL Street, Vancouver East, British Columbia Very desirable Landmark building with gorgeous garden. Great starter unit featuring newer appliances, bright southern exposure with good sized deck to enjoy the green surroundings. Laundry is shared & free. Open House June 20th 2-4pm

Moving? Green Box

June 9th, 2009
My friend & Business associate Pauline Tonkin sent me this information & I thought it useful to share www.frogbox.comThis is a really great way to "go green" when moving from one home to another.  You order these plastic green boxes, they deliver, you use them to pack and move your household belongings.  When you are finished with them - they pick up the empties.  No need to collect boxes for ...

When Does It Pay to Break Your Mortgage

June 4th, 2009
I thought this article to be of interest with interest rates creeping up this week. NOW could very well be time to re-negotiate your existing mortgage for a 5-10 year term. Here is what Heather Wood's newsletter says. Heather is from Dominion Lending Centres. www.heatherwoodmortgages.ca        With mortgage rates at “emergency” levels – low rates not seen by your parents and po ...

Every Woman at Whistler

June 3rd, 2009
Each year my sisters and I attend this event. This year was even better than the last. Hard to believe as last year was fabulous. The speaker Rock, Paper, Scizzors www.rpsinc.ca and the presenters were amazing.     I had so much fun, met many new and very interesting women and learned some very valuable information at the classroom sessions AND, of course, got lots and lots of exercise. ...

Indian Arm Waterfront cabin, Belcarra, BC

May 28th, 2009
I just finished uploading this Cabin for sale, 1080 Farrer Cove Road, Belcarra, BC One of the BEST properties up "The Indian Arm". Flat lot at water's edge with large grassed area and several storage sheds. Cabin is very cute and liveable but value is in the land. Easy access by boat from North Vancouver's marina or present owner accesses via a private road through neighbor's property on Bel ...

963 CITADEL Drive, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia

May 20th, 2009
I just finished uploading this House for sale, 963 CITADEL Drive, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia Castle Park View updated 3 bedroom plus huge game room house. Walking distance to schools. Great neighbours. All new roof, kitchen with granite countertop, paint, appliances, hardwood floor, master bedroom washroom with granite countertop.

Home Inspection

May 16th, 2009
  Building Inspection   I just attended a building inspection in Citadel Heights.   Ray Toscani with House Master [www.housemaster.com] was chosen to do the inspection.   I found Ray to be very professional. He is a licensed inspector with NIBBI (national institute of building inspectors) which states that he is qualified to do the job. This is certification that is under discussion ...

Mother's Day

May 14th, 2009
My kids are full of surprises! This Mother's Day all 3 came up with wonderful ways to show me that they love me. My eldest Mike took me out for breakfast at a very cool new restaurant on Alexander Street called 2 Chefs and a table [www.twochefsandatable.com] The brunch was very delicious, the decor very hip, parking was easy and the service excellent! My 2nd, Wendy, came over with th ...

Home Financing strategy

May 7th, 2009
Here is very good information on what to do between the time you get your offer accepted & the property funded This article was from Heather Wood from Dominion Lending Centres Interest Advantage     In light of the current market and tightening of credit underwriting standards by both lenders and mortgage default insurers as of late, keep in mind that now – ...
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