As you embark on your house-hunt, it's very important and relevant to determine your Real Estate Needs and Real Estate Wants. A 'value item' is a feature that adds value to a property for future buyers. When making a list of your needs and wants, you might consider 'value items' rather than personal preferences that [...]
Fresh blueberries are in season and there are so many delicious ways to enjoy them! To kick off the season the BC Blueberry Council is launching a virtual campaign to celebrate this special time of year: Go Blue BC. Now til August 3rd, BC Blueberries invites you to visit the Go Blue BC interactive website for a chance [...]
If you've been thinking of buying or selling and have set a meeting with one of our Wolstencroft agents... congrats! We are so excited for you and assure you that you are in good hands. Our agents will help you with every step of the way, but in case you wanted to brush up on [...]
Property sales in the Fraser Valley more than double in one month as buyers return to the market SURREY, BC – The Fraser Valley real estate market saw a resurgence in activity in June as the industry and consumers continue to successfully adapt to doing business during a pandemic. The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board [...]
In Canada, mortgage insurance is required for all home purchases involving down payments of less than 20 per cent. To curb demand from risky borrowers and to stabilize prices, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has introduced new rules that make it tougher to qualify for coverage in their mortgage insurance plan. The rules, which [...]
Outdoor Programs Did you know that Langley City is offering free outdoor youth drop in programs during the month of June at Douglas Park? If you have someone in your life between the grades of 6-12, these weather-dependent programs might be a great way for them to engage in the community! (Additional physical distancing and [...]
Outdoor Fitness Classes Begin in Langley City on June 15 While our indoor facilities remain closed to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus, Langley City is excited to enter into Phase 2 of their re-opening strategy with commencement of Outdoor Fitness Classes! Classes will be held at Douglas Park - 20550 Douglas Crescent. Pre-registration for [...]
SURREY, BC – In May, Fraser Valley listings and property sales started to bounce back as REALTORS® helped their clients adjust to the new, necessary safety measures required to buy and sell a home during the provincial state of emergency due to COVID-19. The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB) processed a total of 805 [...]
It's the time again. We're well into Spring now and 'tis' the season' for maintenance to repair Winter damage and prepare you home for Summer! For most of us, our homes are our largest investment. The investment of time into upkeep will help keep your home's value and keep things looking and running their best! [...]
Deferring mortgage payments has received a lot of media coverage as an option during Covid-19. This can be a great choice to improve cash flow, and even assist borrowers to pay off their other higher interest consumer debt (such as credit cards and lines of credit), instead of paying off their low rate mortgage. [...]
