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STUNNING WATERFRONT BRAND NEW 3 Bdrm, 3 bath almost 1600sf corner suite with a wall of windows to your expansive view to dtn Van! Imagine sipping your morning coffee, or glass of wine with family & friends, BBQing on your private massive square sunny south facing unobstructed waterfront 664 outdoor space, all watching arriving cruise ships, float planes & gorgeous sunsets! Just finished Bosa/Concert West Coast Modern w/ concierge, rooftop terrace social lounge, gym, bike & private locker plus EV ready secured Pkg included. Kings Mill Off Leash Dog Park out your door onto the 35 km Spirit Trail, walking 10 min to dining & shopping at Lonsdale Quay & Shipyards, or jump on the Seabus to Downtown Vancouver.

Extensively renovated post & beam offering refined one-level living on a flat, private ¼ acre lot. Thoughtfully redesigned with exceptional attention to detail, the home features vaulted ceilings, warm wood accents and a seamless open plan. A spacious chef’s kitchen anchors the home, flowing into the living and dining areas with a two-sided fireplace. The primary suite includes a fireplace, walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed ensuite. Outdoor living is a highlight, with a covered patio complete with fire table, built-in sound and projector. A separate outbuilding, already plumbed, offers flexibility for future use. A rare combination of quality, privacy and design—ideal for those who appreciate a home that’s been done right.

The forever home that families dream of. This 5,300 sqft dream home rests on a rare, 9,300 sqft south-facing flat lot in highly desired Forest Hills. The main floor flows with generous living & dining rooms. The spacious kitchen with large island & adjoining family room open up to the backyard, perfect for daily living & gatherings. Enjoy an oversized walk-through mudroom with heated floors, skylights, with access to the double garage & backyard. 4 beds up make family life simple. The primary suite is a serene retreat with steam shower, oversized jetted tub. Downstairs: play space, ample storage, built-in sauna, & self-contained guest suite. Backup generator & AC. The private, sunny, grassy yard features a basketball sport court, outdoor shower, & gas outlets.

AT A GLANCE

Buyers Show Optimism and Sellers Adjust Their Expectations as Market Conditions Shift

Is the affordability improving?
Could a boost in inventory entice cautious buyers to jump in action?

54% of Canadians believe this fall is a good time to strike a deal on a home. Current numbers indicate an increase in conditional sales.

Atlantic Canada and the Prairies experienced year-over-year price gains between January 1-July 31, across all markets analyzed, while Ontario and British Columbia saw declines in two-thirds of markets.

64.8% of housing markets experienced a year-over-year decline in sales and a rise in price reductions and conditional sales.

Average home prices are expected to decrease by 6.5 per cent this fall, while sales are expected to decrease by five per cent by the end of 2025.

Over the past month we spoke about options HOW to enter the Real Estate market in order to meet your personal objectives.
RENT or PURCHASE or LEASE TO OWN?

Now let’s talk about the factors which may impact the sale of your home and how to mitigate any issues before you list the home.
This is important for a seller but also for a prospective buyer who will be eventually become a seller in the future.

Data shows prospective homebuyers are judging listings well before they step inside – with curb appeal and neighbourhood upkeep ranking higher than interior flaws.

WHAT’S NEXT?

STEP ONE

Prepare a SWOT analysis with your agent before bringing your home on the market.

Questions to ask yourself:

What’s the property’s STRENGTH – WEAKNESS – OPPORTUNITY – THREAT

STEP TWO

After you have completed this process what are the areas we need to address and can we create improvements and turn a WEAKNESS into a STRENGTH.

Such as;

Poorly Maintained Neighbouring Homes or Missing Curb Appeal

SOLUTION

-          Enhance the Curb Appeal to Attract Buyers

-          Ensure the photos are a true reflection of the reality – declutter the home,
            depersonalize the home - fix areas that need attention, paint, small repairs.

-          Understand Your Local Market, often forgotten but essential.

Before making a purchase it’s always prudent to familiarize yourself with or learn more about other option to own your home. Consider all your personal options, here is another choice you can make. How Does Rent-to-Own Work Toward Homeownership?

When you pay rent to a home owner or property management company instead you can choose of putting the funds towards equity on a home of your own.

What types of rent-to-own programs are out there?

• Options-to Purchase or
• Lease Purchase

As you make monthly payments, accumulate rent credit, and then apply for a mortgage at the end of the term.

How Does Rent-to-Own Work Toward Homeownership?

If you are wondering how rent-to-own works

It can be a first step towards property ownership. It gives you time to prepare while you pay rent, improve your personal situation, stabilize finances, improve credit “test drive” a neighbourhood.

Are there other features of a rent-to-own program?

• Is the future purchase price of the house typically locked in?
• Or does the contract include the future appraised value?
• What’s the fee Tenants pay over and above the agreed?
• Can you make additional regular payments?
• Who is covering the cost of maintenance?

Rent-to-Own: How to Get Started?

Practical steps to get started.

1. Assess, Research, Review, Consider, Prepare your options

Still Have Questions?
Call Stan van Woerkens for a planning session

Saving for a down payment or qualifying for a mortgage has become more complex.

A more personal, strategic look at the reality is required versus comparing your ability to rent or buy like with the Jones’s down the street.

Call Stan van Woerkens to arrange for an appointment.

How to take advantage and leverage the current consumer playing field?

How to dive into the population and infrastructure booms that are redefining neighbourhoods in and around the Greater Vancouver area, turning once-overlooked neighbourhoods into the next hot spots.

Are you open to move into a location that’s not popular yet for new comers but has the upside to become a hot spot?

Get advice on choosing a new neighbourhood and finding the right home, secure a strategic planning session with Stan van Woerkens.

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Population growth in the Greater Vancouver Areas is straining aging infrastructure, yet remains a vital force driving community development and long-term prosperity.

 Almost 35 per cent of GVA residents compromised on price to land a location closer to an urban centre.

Greater Vancouver area is the place to be to grow a family and focus on improving life quality

Few and far between development opportunity in North Vancouver. The entire potential assembly, through consolidation and sale have some probability for redevelopment. Keith Road and Mountain Highway have increased in importance as DNV and the rest of the North Shore east west connectivity. The site is located in the lower Lynn Town Centre, one of the four key growth areas in the DNV and one of two Regional Town Centres recognized by Metro Vancouver in the DNV. Land Assembly, East Keith Road and East 8th Street. All Properties to be sold in conjunction with each other.

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Live where you love, in the heart of Lonsdale. This bright 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a great kitchen, open concept living, oversized windows that capture the north shore mountain views. Covered balcony overlooking the court yard. In-suite laundry, cozy fireplace, stone counters, built in millwork for extra storage. This well maintained, concrete building built by Intracorp to LEED standards. Built with sustainable products, practices that converse resources. Well Managed strata with a healthy contingency. Pet Friendly. Vista Place has practical amenities including a fitness centre, amenity room, guest suite, bike rooms, ev parking, car wash area, visitor parking. Walker’s paradise 87 walk score, to restaurants, coffee shops, Whole Foods, transportation, Library, community centre, seabus.

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