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Bank of Canada holds steady on interest rates. Those of you with variable rate mortgages have earned a reprieve for now, but may want to consider locking into a fixed rate with multiple rate hikes expected by the BOC next year.

Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady in Final Announcement of 2021 Winter homes from a drone

Royal LePage forecasts double digit price increases next year.

Royal LePage forecasts double-digit home price growth in Canada in 2022 After two years of strong price appreciation, Canadian home prices are poised to increase significantly in 2022, albeit at a slower pace than in…

This may be a little late as we head into winter, but since winter tends to hit late on the west coast, I thought it might still be beneficial.

The homeowner’s checklist for fall Before the cold weather sets in, make sure your home is winter-ready. Be sure to check these important tasks off your list. Clear leaves…

Top 10 tips for selling your home in the winter.

Top 10 tips for selling your home in the winter The common notion that spring is a better time to sell than winter is being challenged by today’s hot seller’s market conditions. A recent…

An update from the Fraser Valley Board on what has been happening south of the Fraser.

Fraser Valley home sales continued to soar in November further depleting supply SURREY, BC – Robust demand for Fraser Valley real estate continued in November, with the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB) recording the region’s second-highest volume of sales of all property types for the month – second only to November 2020. In November, the FVREB processed 1,972 sale...

A good read for hoping to get into the market or those just wanting to have a better understanding of their own mortgage.

Mortgage rates Canada: 5-year variable-rate mortgages It's important to always do your research on different mortgages, especially as a first-time buyer. If you're interested in learning more about a variable-rate mortgage, here is everything you need to know.

Another inspiring quote courtesy of Royal LePage.

"If you want to feel proud of yourself, then do good... And if you really want to feel proud, then do something to help someone else." — Oseola McCarty 🙏✨

Burnaby Village museum is having their annual Christmas Village event until January 3rd. For those of you that haven't been, take a walk back in time to the yesteryears of Burnaby all decorated for Christmas. This is a mainly outdoor event and very Covid friendly. My family and I love attending this every year!

Events & Activities Although Burnaby Village Museum tries to ensure the accuracy of all information here, you should confirm all information.

Some great fireplace ideas here if you are thinking of building a new home or renovating your current home.

❄️ 75+ fireplaces to warm up your home during the winter months!

🔥 A beautiful fireplace not only gives a warm feeling to a room — its architectural style sets the tone for the rest of the space. Whatever the design, their presence invites visitors to draw close and stay a little bit longer.

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The Port Moody Fire Department will be running their Christmas Tree chipping event this year. All proceeds go to the Fire Fighter's Burn Fund so if you if you plan on getting your tree chipped after the holidays, please consider this great cause.

The Port Moody Fire Rescue Tree Chip is back on Jan 1 & 2, 2022!!! Drive-thru and chip your tree with your local firefighters - all proceeds go to the

Can't make it down, we can pick your tree up for you!!

They are still accepting donations until December 16th for those who are interested!

Well done ! We raised 440 lbs of non-perishables & just over $1000 in cash for Share Family and Community Services this weekend at Cheer at the Pier!

'Tis the season... 😋

Happy Friday, Canada! ✨

Which festive Mix That Drink cocktail would you most like to sip on this weekend? 🍹❄️

A. Eggnog Martini
B. Candy Cane Martini
C. Mistletoe Cocktail
D. Eggnog Cocktail

Since my kids were very young, we always got dressed up and took our yearly family photo with Santa. That didn't work out last year due to Covid 19, but I'm thinking this large selfie station might do the trick this year!

Something to consider for any investors out there or those who have given up on the Vancouver market. Let me know if I can help with a referral to a Calgary Realtor!

Calgary continues to report high market performance in spite of the traditionally slow winter market Calgary is currently among the most affordable of the major cities in Canada for real estate, which is particularly attractive given the out-of-control prices being seen in other major markets.

Great quote and one of the pillars of my business.

"Integrity is choosing courage over comfort; choosing what is right over what is fun, fast, or easy; and choosing to practice our values rather than simply professing them." — Brené Brown 🙏✨

Great news about new federal government help home buyers!

Federal Throne Speech promises help for homebuyers Read about the new programs the federal government has proposed to help first-time home buyers.

November Market Update from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver

November 2021 Market Insights Home sales activity remains up, listings down across Metro Vancouver’s housing market.

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