Blog by Morgan Duvernet

B.C. real estate on an upward climb for the rest of '09

August 31st, 2009

Home purchases have doubled since January's near collapse, says economist

Read below for some great news going into the Fall Real Estate Market in Vancouver!

VANCOUVER — Spurred by record-low mortgage rates, provincial real estate sales should continue to rise through the remainder of 2009 from last year’s market fall, according to the B.C. Real Estate Association’s latest forecast.

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408 1633 MACKAY Ave, North Vancouver, British Columbia

August 28th, 2009

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 408 1633 MACKAY Ave, North Vancouver, British Columbia

2 bedroom penthouse suite at Touchstone. This barely lived in suite features an open floor plan with stunning views to the Lions Gate Bridge. The 857 sf of functional living space includes 2 generously sized bedrooms along with 2 baths, se parate dining area & balcony. The kitchen features ne ...

21 777 BURRARD Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia

August 28th, 2009

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 21 777 BURRARD Street, Vancouver West, British Columbia

Once in a while a condo comes along that deserves your attention. 777 Burrard is a Vancouver original Heritage building circa 1914. If the address doesn't wow you then the original brick walls & reclaimed wood floors will. This is a true Manhattan style loft with over height ceilings, origin ...

Mount Pleasant VE Open House! 404 2828 MAIN Street, Vancouver East, British Columbia V5T 3G2

August 26th, 2009

We are proud to announce that this Sunday, August 30, 2009, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM we will be hosting an Open House at 2828 MAIN Street in Mount Pleasant VE, Vancouver East. This is an opportunity to visit this excellent Condo for sale in beautiful Mount Pleasant VE.

This one-Bedroom Penthouse is in the heart of South Main shopping district. This 1-year old loft-inspired condo features 9' ceiling ...

B.C. boasts of $3.7 billion worth of new major construction projects

August 21st, 2009

Still many proposed projects now in the on-hold column

Developers added proposals for 41 new large construction projects worth $3.7 billion to B.C.’s inventory of major works between April and the end of June, Economic Development Minister Iain Black said Thursday.

That brings the list of major construction jobs proposed or underway to 882 with a value of $188 billion, raising the inventory’ ...

HST to hike maintenance fees for condo owners - One more reason to voice your opinion

August 21st, 2009

From the Vancouver Sun

HST to hike maintenance fees for condo owners

British Columbia's condominium owners can expect their building maintenance fees to rise up to seven per cent when the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) takes effect next July, according to groups that represent them.

Monthly maintenance fees cover the common costs of looking after a condominium complex, from landscaping and janit ...

Kitsilano Open Houses August 22-23 - My Top Three Must See Properties

August 18th, 2009

I have the pleasure of living and working in Kitsilano and love it. If you are thinking of moving Kitsilano is a great place to start your hunt.

 Here are my top three must see Open Houses in Kitsilano this weekend:

110 2455 York Avenue – $549,000.00 - Saturday 12:30-2:00pm

2326 W5th Avenue – $979,000.00 - Saturday and Sunday 2:00-4:00pm

1881 W13th Avenue – $1,278,000.00 - Saturday and Sunday ...

Strong spring market carries into summer months

August 10th, 2009

 

 

 

 

August 5, 2009

July stats:

Strong spring market carries into summer months

VANCOUVER, B.C. – August 5, 2009 – The Greater Vancouver housing market gained further momentum in July with record sales levels and a continued strengthening of home prices.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that the number of residential property sale ...

1628 East Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC

August 10th, 2009

I just sold this Townhouse... at 1628 East Georgia Street, Vancouver, BC .

View this recently sold Townhouse... or see all my home sales

404 2828 MAIN Street, Vancouver East, British Columbia

August 10th, 2009

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 404 2828 MAIN Street, Vancouver East, British Columbia

One-Bedroom Penthouse in the heart of South Main shopping district. This 1-year old loft-inspired condo features 9' ceilings, cork flooring, stainless steel appliances, a contemporary kitchen & an open concept with no wasted space. The master bedroom is large enough to easily fit your queen-s ...