Seller Tips

How Can I Make My Vancouver Condo Sell Faster?

by Maggie Chandler March 26, 2013 Seller Tips

Vancouver home sellers often ask me “how can I make my Vancouver condo sell faster?” Let’s assume its been decluttered, staged and is in top condition. All that’s left is selecting the right price. Never price your property above market value! I disagree with Realtor’s recommendation to list 3-5% above what you expect. That is …

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Which Kind of Buyer Should I Price My Vancouver Condo For?

by Maggie Chandler March 20, 2013 Seller Tips

It’s an age-old dilemma for Vancouver real estate sellers. What price should I list my Vancouver property for? Some sellers follow the advice of their experienced Vancouver Realtor and some select their own price which is above the current market value. Unless Vancouver real estate is experiencing a sellers market and prices are rising the seller who …

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Two Tips on Deferring your Vancouver Property Taxes

by Maggie Chandler March 19, 2013 Seller Tips

Do you know the BC Government will allow you to defer your Vancouver property taxes until your home is sold, becomes part of an estate or transferred to a new owner, if you meet a minimum equity requirement. Prior to the passing of the BC Budget, the agreement ends and repayment of deferred taxes is …

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Closing Tips When Selling Your Vancouver Tenant Occupied Property -STOP!

by Maggie Chandler March 5, 2013 Seller Tips

You’ve decided to sell your Vancouver tenant occupied property and you’ve hired an experienced Vancouver Realtor with extensive knowledge and experience in this area. Good news – you got an offer and it’s sold! What next? How to deal with the Vancouver tenant?

Vancouver Tenant Stays After Completion

If your tenant stays after completion, experienced Vancouver Realtor …

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Tips For Selling Your Vancouver Tenant Occupied Property – STOP!

by Maggie Chandler March 4, 2013 Seller Tips

When you decide to sell your Vancouver tenant occupied property hire a Vancouver Realtor who has extensive experience, knowledge and skill in this area of real estate. Be sure your Realtor has current knowledge of BC’s Residential Tenancy Act. In this post I’m going to talk about security deposits for pets, the showing process, the procedure …

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Are You Selling a Vancouver Tenant Occupied Property? STOP!

by Maggie Chandler March 1, 2013 Seller Tips

When you decide to sell your Vancouver tenant occupied property hire a Vancouver Realtor who has extensive experience, knowledge and skill in this area of real estate. Your Vancouver Realtor Maggie Chandler has knowledge of BC’s Residential Tenancy Act which outlines the Vancouver Realtor’s actions and responsibilities, the ability to explain the pitfalls to potential buyers, knowledge …

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Should Vancouver Property Sellers Get a Home Inspection?

by Maggie Chandler April 25, 2012 Seller Tips

Part of doing your ‘due diligence’ when you purchase a property is having a house/condo inspection from a licensed building inspector. This can take from one to three hours depending on the size of the property. The inspector reviews his findings and presents you with a report, which is quite substantial and covers both the …

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When Should I Reduce My Vancouver Condo Price?

by Maggie Chandler April 13, 2012 Seller Tips

When should I reduce my Vancouver condo price? This is not a question sellers often ask me! Naturally they’d rather increase their property price! There are many different strategies for selling your property. Is it a sellers or buyers market and how motivated is the seller? As well, sellers should make property price decisions based …

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Are Vancouver Real Estate Listings Higher Than 2009?

by Maggie Chandler February 27, 2012 Seller Tips

What’s the number of real estate homes for sale in Vancouver west side over the last three years? See if the number of listings have increased or decreased on an annual basis since February 2009.

View the sales for homes, townhomes and condos and see if they had an increase or decrease

Total Inventory for Vancouver West

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What’s The Average Price Per Square Foot for Vancouver (West) Homes?

by Maggie Chandler February 24, 2012 Seller Tips

View Vancouver west side’s average price per square foot for sold condos, by price range since 2010. See which price range has the best appreciation. Is it under $400,000 or over $1M?

Average Price Per Square Foot for Vancouver West.

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