Buying a Home

In this section you can find everything you need to know about buying a home in Vancouver. It also includes information for first time home buyers, move up buyers, investors and non-canadian buyers. You can also find mortgage information and price trends. We cover the entire Buying Process, all you need to know about making an offer, Closing Costs, Moving and real estate affiliates

Honest Answers to Property Disclosure Statement

by Maggie Chandler January 1, 2009 Common Questions

Edward L. Wilson of Lawson Lundell wrote this article for BCREA regarding the full and honest answers to the property disclosure statement that sellers must complete when selling a property in British Columbia.

In a recent Ontario decision the Court considered the Ontario Seller Property Information Statement (SPIS). As a result of ice build up a …

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Six Strata Documents Vancouver Home Buyers Should Ask For

by Maggie Chandler April 5, 2011 First Time Buyers

Fifty per cent of annual MLS sales are now strata properties in Greater Vancouver

If you are a potential buyer for a Vancouver real estate condo, here are some tips in order to make a thorough and educated investigation of a strata property before purchasing. Vancouver buyers are advised to carry out the following steps

Review strata council …

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What Defines a Buyer’s Market?

by Maggie Chandler February 22, 2011 Buyers

This is what Vancouver had between 1981 and 1987.

The Governemnt of Canada, in its infinite wisdom, decided to halt the inflation of the ’70s and raise interest rates to 20%. The real estate market crashed and I mean crashed. By the time I got the listing contract back to the office the house was worth less! Homeowners …

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Why I Bought a Downtown Vancouver Condo in Domus – Condos for Sale

by Maggie Chandler January 31, 2012 First Time Buyers

As a first time Vancouver condo buyer, I’d looked extensively for four months, in four different Vancouver neighbourhoods on the west side and in four different price ranges. In total I’ve viewed over 30 condos with my realtor Maggie Chandler, as well as attending many open houses on my own.

I’d originally wished to be in …

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Is It True Love? Vancouver Homes for Sale

by Maggie Chandler December 29, 2011 First Time Buyers

Is It True Love? How to Know When You’ve Found the Right House for You

There are some things in life that you just know once you’ve found them: When you fall in love. When you’re ready to get married. When you want to start a family. When you’ve found the home in which you want …

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Eight Tips on Avoiding Home Buyers Remorse When Buying a Vancouver Home

by Maggie Chandler November 22, 2011 Buyers

Ever Had Buyers Remorse Before Buying your Vancouver Home?

When you decide to buy a new home, you’re forced to step outside your current comfort zone and confront the unknown. Your mind may try to compensate psychologically for feelings of uncertainty by mentally undoing the event.

In other words, you may try to talk yourself out of …

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Deal of the Month

by Maggie Chandler November 16, 2011 Deal of the Month

This is an amazing condo!
I view tons of condos but this one really rises to the top!
Situated in an excellent Yaletown location, 2 blocks to Choices, one block to old Yaletown and four blocks to the seawall on False Creek.
The suite is on the first floor (but not ground level) and is townhome style with …

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New Listing! 305-168 Powell Street, Vancouver, BC

by Maggie Chandler September 14, 2011 First Time Buyers

Welcome home! I’m a huge East facing one bedroom in Concord Pacific’s Smart.

I have a great layout with modern sleek finishings. My boutique building designed by Busby boasts a gym and bike room. I have laminate floors, a balcony and insuite laundry and I’m only 2 years old.

I Enjoy living in this trend setting …

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