Posts by Dave Masson
Real Estate Market Update: Then Vs Now
Yes there has been a change in the market recently, but when you really break it down would you rather be buying THEN or NOW?
Read MoreFraser Valley Real Estate Opportunities
There are some amazing opportunities for those looking to buy a home in the Fraser Valley right now. Watch to find out more.
Read MoreThree Reason Why You Should NOT Buy A Home
1. You have not established a primary budget. You need to establish a budget and stick to it! You don’t want to be house poor. 2. You are not ready to settle down. A mortgage is a big commitment! Make sure you can be committed to this investment for the next 5 years minimum. 3.…
Read MoreSelling in a Buyers Market: 4 Must-Know Tips!
If you’re thinking of selling your home, it’s important to understand the state of the real estate market. In a buyer’s market, there are more properties for sale than there are buyers looking to purchase. This fact can make selling your home a more challenging task. However, with the right approach, it’s still possible to…
Read MoreHow to Win a Bidding War in Vancouver and The Fraser Valley!
When you’re ready to buy your next property in today’s hot real estate climate, there are a number of things you should know and things you can do to prepare! Financing You’ll hear us say this over and over again. The time to talk to your lender isn’t when you’ve found your dream home! If…
Read MoreWhen Should You Start Talking about Making A Move?
The best time to start talking about making any move is EARLY! If you’ve been hesitant to reach out because you’re only just thinking about it and don’t waste anyone’s time – Don’t hesitate! It’s NEVER too early to start the conversation! Go ahead – Ask us anything! There’s nothing worse than falling in love…
Read MoreHow much does it cost to own a home in Vancouver?
How much does it cost to OWN a home in Vancouver/Langley/Lower Mainland? The answer is of course ‘it depends’. However there are some basic costs to consider if you’re thinking about making a purchase. Property Taxes: Property taxes are calculated based on the assessed value of your property. The tax rate applies to each $1,000…
Read MoreBritish Columbia Real Estate Association White Paper
The British Columbia Real Estate Association – the arm between us as Realtors® (all 24,000 of us!) our local boards and the provincial government act to help navigate regulations and rules and also provide ongoing mandated education for our industry. This week the BCREA provided the provincial government with a white paper with some recommendations…
Read MoreIs the Lower Mainland Real Estate Market Shifting?
GREAT news! We are starting to see some shifts in the market! We predicted this would happen as more homes are being listed on the MLS (Multiple Listing Service). So what does that mean to you as a seller or a buyer?Moving forward we will be adjusting our strategies. Typically we’ve seen properties listed on…
Read MoreSuccess, Langley Real Estate and “Wouldn’t Change a Thing” – Laughs with our Broker Jamie Schreder!
In our second episode, we sit down for a beer with our Royal LePage Wolstencroft Broker/Owner Jamie Schreder! He also happens to be a founding partner at Camp Beer where we film these episodes and have a little too much fun as you’ll see! ? Jamie is a very successful young husband, father and businessman. He has built his own…
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