Macdonald Realty

Vancouver Market Outlook CMHC

Here is what CMHC says about the market currently....

Greater Vancouver resales housing market to remain balanced for now through the first half of 2012.

http://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/odpub/esub/64363/64363_2011_B02.pdf

As today is the last day of winter, it is only fitting to be thinking forward to spring.  We all know that with spring, comes spring cleaning.  De-cluttering your home is a free, uplifting thing you can do starting now!  People are always commenting to me about how they should have decluttered their home "years ago" once I have gone through their home room by room and helped them prepare thei ...

Maytag Models - Fire Hazard - Recalling more than 1,600,000 fridges across North America (200,000 in Canada) . (Brands: Maytag, Jennair, Amana, Admiral, Magic Chef, Performa by Maytag,  and Crosley brands) made in a variety of colors and finishes, sold between Jan 2001-2004.

For more detailed Consumer Recall Information from Health Canada concerning this recall, click here (for serial numbers ...

The Bank of Canada dropped its main lending rate to an all time historical low of 0.5%!  It is anticipated that the big banks will follow with their lending rates to try and stimulate consumer spending.  This may help give a little more confidence to home buyers and a bit of relief for current home sellers.

If you are thinking of selling a property, and are thinking of doing it yourself....you might want to think again!  Some people are unaware of all the steps that are required to ensure a smooth and painless transaction.  You have your own day-to-day responsibilities, and selling a property is a full time job.  Additionally, the Realtor will have access to vital information and resources that ...

Updating your home does not have to be difficult or expensive.  Try replacing key light fixtures.  A cluster of fixtures is the new look in overhead lights.  Remove brass light fixtures and replace with brushed nickle, pewter or earth-tones (shades of brown).  Try not to introduce a color other than these or the fixtures may be outdated again soon.  Stick with the classics....minimal and not ...

Social networking appears to be a growing phenomenon with people of all ages.  As such, it is only wise to promote properties for sale there.  I have set up a process whereby all of my listings will be loaded into various social networking sites.  This is one more way of getting your home maximum exposure and to get it sold!

If you are looking for a quick, relatively inexpensive upgrade to your bedroom, go out and treat yourself to some boutique style bedding.  Sheets, pillowcases, pillows and a new comforter can add a some new life to your bedroom.  Go for the highest threadcount you can afford so you can enjoy their luxurious feel every night too!