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6th & Fir in Vancouver. Beautiful views from this building by Westbak & Magnum Projects; pre-construction prices; move in mid 2013.http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=290393481072661&set=a.258325350946141.49843.249342811844395&type=1&theaterhttps://twitter.com/CMRealty/status/270343765481365505/photo/1

With signs of uncertainty in the market, it has never been more important to analyze your next real estate investment. Jumping into the unknown and hoping for the best is risky business. While this tactic may have worked over the past three years during Canada’s lucrative real estate market, it is no longer the case. Real estate has never been a fool’s game’ and now is the time to switch stra ...

Housing construction, sales and price forecasts are stable, CMHC reports: ow.ly/fidKn Stability is the name of the game in B.C. real estate, according to the latest housing market forecast from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation.CMHC’s fourth quarter Housing Market Outlook calls for a slight increase in housing starts and sales numbers with a slight decrease in average prices.“In 2013, m ...

A Tiny Apartment Transforms into 24 Roomshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lg9qnWg9kak&feature=fvwrelIn Hong Kong, because of the space, apartments are small and expensive. Gary Chang, an architect, decided to design a 344 sq. ft. apartment to be able to change into 24 different designs, all by just sliding panels and walls. He calls this the "Domestic Transformer."

http://www.vancitybuzz.com/2012/10/oakridge-centre-redevelopment-plans-revealed/Plans for the Oakridge Centre redevelopment in Vancouver have been revealed by architectural and urban design firm Henriquez Partners Architects (the masterminds behind the Woodward’s and other gems in Vancouver). Overall, the site will see a massive increase in residential, office, green and retail space. The tal ...

Outsider's View Of Proposed Vancouver Viaduct Demolitionhttp://www.huffingtonpost.ca/kim-bosco-mo/vancouver-georgia-viaduct-demolition-sydney_b_2050449.htmlIn July, when the City of Vancouver unveiled plans to take down the Georgia and Dunsmuir viaducts and transform the area into more green space and housing, opinions were equally divided. After all, the viaducts are the remnants of a freew ...

Effective November 1st - New Mortgage Rules:  Summary: You've probably heard of the new mortgage rules handed down to Federally regulated financial institution through OFSI's (Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions Canada).  This email is a brief outline of these new rules.!Important!  These rules affect Federally regulated lenders such as Chartered Banks.  Credit Unions and o ...

We are proud to announce that this Oct 28th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 1333 7TH Ave W in the Fairview VW neighborhood, Vancouver West. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Fairview VW.Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Fairview VW Condo for sale.As always please ...

We are proud to announce that this Oct 27th, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 1333 7TH Ave W in the Fairview VW neighborhood, Vancouver West. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Fairview VW.Please come with any questions you may have. In the meantime you can take a virtual tour of this Fairview VW Condo for sale.As always please ...

I just sold this Condo in vibrant area of SoMa , 210 3131 MAIN Street, Vancouver East, British Columbia Lifestyle at it's finest. This renovated unit is a pleasure to show. From real Bamboo flooring, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances and maple shakers, to the cozy gas fireplace with custom rock wall surround, this unit has it all. Have a glass of wine on your patio and bathe i ...