Blog by George Bewza
June 16th, 2011
Courtesy of Gibbard Hoffart Financial
If you're thinking about buying your first house, one of the first questions you may ask yourself is, "How much can I afford?" Below, please find some tips to consider before you set out to find the home of your dreams:
Consider your annual household income. This is a key factor when determining how much of a mortgage you can afford. In addi ...
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May 26th, 2011
West Vancouver real estate market out of step with rest of Lower Mainland
By James Weldon, North Shore News May 25, 2011
When real estate agent Mike Oxley held an open house on Haywood Avenue last month, he knew that the flat Ambleside view property was going to be a popular item.
He didn't know how popular, however.
By the end of a weekend that saw an estimated 500 pros ...
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March 10th, 2011
Upping the ante in the lower level
By Patrick Langston, Ottawa CitizenWhat's hot in the home's coolest area? Here's what the pros consider the top 10 must-haves.
1. HOME THEATRES Big screens and even bigger sound, designer chairs and smart lights that slowly dim as the movie starts rolling make home theatres more sought-after then ever. Perfect for cocooning after a rough day in t ...