2021

December tends to be a busy month for most people. It’s all-too-easy to feel drained and even burned-out. Unfortunately, you may not have the luxury of time to relax with a good book or go to a yoga class. So, with that in mind, here are some proven ways to quickly unwind and boost your energy: Take a short walk. Scientists say your body will often de-stress significantly after just a 12-minute...

Home sales activity remains up, listings down across Metro Vancouver’s housing market. As we near the end of 2021, home buyer demand remains in excess of long-term averages and the supply of homes for sale continues to decline across Metro Vancouver’s housing market. If you are looking to buy, sell or have questions about real estate, please give me a call.  Victor Song PREC* Royal LePage...

Metro Vancouver home buyers compete for fewer home listings in October. Home sale activity continues to outpace what’s typical for this time of year and the pool of homes available for sale is in decline. This dynamic between supply and demand is causing home prices to continue to edge up across the region. Rising fixed mortgage rates should eventually help ease demand, but sales remain strong and...

They say a picture speaks a thousand words. That’s certainly true in real estate. Sure, property descriptions are vitally important, but photos are essential. Especially these days, when so many people view listings online, the right photos can mean the difference between a buyer becoming interested in your property or moving on to the next listing. So, what photos should you take? Recent studies...

Want to make your bathroom look fantastic without having to do a major renovation? There are a lot of projects you can do yourself. In fact, there are some improvements you can get done in less than a day that will transform the look and feel of your bathroom. Check out these ideas: Update the sink. If you have some basic plumbing knowledge, this is a project you should be able to do on your own. A new...

You’ve heard of “buyer’s regret”. It refers to purchasing a pricey item, like a fancy sweater or a new car, and then regretting it the next day because you think you paid too much. Fear of buyer’s regret can actually dissuade people from making a purchase, even when the price is right and they really want the product! In the real estate world, buyers can sometimes hesitate to make an offer on a...

Elevated home sale activity continues to outstrip the supply of homes for sale in Metro Vancouver. If you are looking to buy, sell or have questions about real estate, please give me a call. ‍Victor Song PREC* Royal LePage Sterling Realty 604-779-8408 info@victorsong.com...

Buying a new pair of shoes is relatively easy. Once you find the style you like, all you need to do is try them on and see if they fit. If they do, you go to the cash register and pay. When it comes to size, buying a new home can be trickier! Whether your intention is to upsize or downsize, figuring out the right size can be especially challenging. Say for example, you’re downsizing from a large...

Buying an older property definitely has its advantages. The neighbourhood will already be well-established, so you’ll be able to get a sense of the community. The trees will be grown. The area will have a defined character. This combination of an older home and established community may be something you like, or even love. However, when you’re viewing an older home for sale, there are a few extra...

While home buyers have remained active in Metro Vancouver throughout the summer, the supply of homes for sale has declined steadily since June. If you are looking to buy, sell or have questions about real estate, please give me a call. Victor Song PREC* Royal LePage Sterling...