Deborah LeBlanc

Real estate is always a "hot" topic and there has been no shortage of media coverage and speculation on what is happening in our market. April was very strong for us - we achieved 3rd in the Top Teams Category in our office. Thanks so very much for your business, support and referrals. We love what we do and enjoy helping you reach your real estate dreams!

Time for a Move - Check out your Options!

It is always a great time to buy a home - to set some roots & create a long term investment. Interest rates remain historically low making it much easier to transition into the market as a 1st time buyer or to sell & leverage profits from your present home & move up. As well - many clients are seeing this as an opportunity to use some of the equity they have in their present home & buy investment property or fund a down payment to help a child get into the market. Whatever your scenario is we would be happy to sit down and chat about your options to maximize the market to suit your personal needs.

April 2013 - Hot Spots in the Greater Vancouver & Fraser Valley Real Estate Boards

• There are areas that offer more potential for a deal if you are a buyer and areas that offer more promise if you are a seller - which are you?

Buyers Market: anything below 14% ratio (1.4 or less in 10 homes selling)

• Detached: Burnaby / West Vancouver/ Richmond / Tsawassen / Surrey / South Surrey / White Rock
• Attached: West Vancouver / Surrey / South Surrey / White Rock / North Delta

Balanced Market: 15-20% ratio

• Detached: Port Moody / New Westminster / Pitt Meadows / Maple Ridge / Vancouver Westside / Ladner / Abbotsford
• Attached: Burnaby / Coquitlam / Pitt Meadows / Port Moody / Maple Ridge / Vancouver Westside / North Vancouver / Richmond / Ladner / Cloverdale / Langley

Sellers Market: Over 20% ratio - (over 2 in 10 homes selling)

• Detached: Coquitlam / Port Coquitlam / Vancouver Eastside / North Vancouver / North Delta / Langley
• Attached: New Westminster / Port Coquitlam / Abbotsford

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1.7 Million Canadians have experienced Identity Theft!

Enclosed is information to help protect yoursefl and reduce a thief's ability to steal your information. 
Page #1: Outlines several ways to keep your information secure online & at home. 
Page #2: Provides a list of action steps to take if you suspect that your identity has been stolen. Download HERE!

Hopefully you are all getting ready to start your gardens if you haven't already! We are dreaming of summer barbeques and basking in longer sunnier days!

On the real estate front their has been increased activity in sales however the numbers remain below historical averages. What does all this mean?

• Lower levels of both supply and demand in recent months is holding home prices in check in the Greater Vancouver & Fraser Valley housing market.
• The number of sales in March were the second lowest March total in the region since 2001 and 30.2% below the 10 year average for the month. 

Do you know your Number?

The average credit score in Canada is 650. The information we are sending this month details the steps to take to begin improving your credit now. Page 1: Facts about credit. Page 2: Offers 3 tips that help to improve your credit. Share this information with family and friends who wish to improve & protect your credit. (Source CBC News). 

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Easter Egg Hunts and the Easter Bunny are almost upon us!

The Spring Real Estate Market is here! There are many new "Sale" & "Sold" signs sprouting up around your neighbourhoods. Homes continue to sell despite the underwhelming media reports. There are always buyers entering into the market, sellers moving up or downsizing! When we bought our 1st home the mortgage rate was 14% - we were ready and we bought! Mortgage rates are at a historical low!

We have to thank you all again for your great support! Your referrals and repeat business have put us in the top 5 in the Team Category in our office again this month!

Stats:
Bright spots in the Tri Cities and Fraser Valley

Buyers market:
A buyers market is anything below 14% raitio - (1.4 homes in 10 selling)
Most areas of the Tri Cities & Fraser Valley with the following exceptions.

Balanced Market in the following areas: (15 to 20% ratio)
Burnaby: Attached 17% sales ratio - (1.7 in 10 homes selling)
Coquitlam: Detached 16% sales ratio - (1.6 in 10 homes selling)
Port Coquitlam: Detached 19% sales ratio - (1.9 in 10 homes selling)
Port Moody: Detached 15% ratio - (1.5 in 10 homes selling / Attached: 19% ratio - (1.9 homes in 10 selling))

Fraser Valley: Buyers market with the exception of N. Delta which has a balanced market in the attached sector. 

Sellers Market: (21% & Greater Ratio)
New Westminster: Detached & Attached - 21% Sales Ratio - (2 in 10 homes selling)

Do you know your Number?
The average credit score in Canada is 650. The information we are sending this month details the steps to take to begin improving your credit now. Page 1: Facts about credit. Page 2: Offers 3 tips that help to improve your credit. Share this information with family and friends who wish to improve & protect your credit. (Source CBC News). Download a copy of Facts about Credit, here!
 

Our February 2013 Business Partner of the Month is:

Jeanette Y. Martin

“The Sanding & Refinishing Queen”
 

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We wrote the Book on hardwood flooring….I get to deliver the Message!

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BC Hardwood prides itself on our reputation of being the industry standard in hardwood flooring installation, finishing and restoration. We are the largest hardwood floor installation and refinishing company in Greater Vancouver, because we understand our customer’s expectation lay in the details.

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In my past six years with BC Hardwood, I have assisted my customers with choosing the right hardwood flooring that not only meets their Lifestyle but worked within a Budget without compromising quality of product or our services.

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As a Project Manager with BC Hardwood, I overseeour installation and sanding professionals who are INSTALL-certified. BC Hardwood employees are fully trained in all types of applications and finishes. Their skill and knowledge ensures a quality installation and custom finish that’ll last a lifetime. It also guarantees that your floor will be completed on schedule, with the attention to detail you expect.

Whether your project is a family residence, commercial space or large sports facility, BC Hardwood will not only do the job right, and create the ideal floor for your needs, I provide exceptional service from start to refinish. A job well-done is the Best Advertising!

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