An increase in newly listed properties is providing more choice to home buyers across Metro Vancouver, but sales remain below long-term averages.

 The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential sales in the region totalled 1,996 in October 2023, a 3.7 per cent increase from the 1,924 sales recorded in October 2022. This total is 29.5 per cent below the 10-year seasonal average (2,832) for October.

Continuing the trend that has emerged in the housing market this year, the benchmark price for all home types in Metro Vancouver1 increased in June as home buyer demand butted up against a limited inventory of homes for sale in the region.

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I get asked this question all the time. The answer really depends on two factors. 1. The area. Despite what you may hear in the media, there is no Canadian real estate market. All real estate markets are hyper local. 2. The type of product. Are we talking about condos, town houses or single family homes.

If you would like the local real estate statistics for your area simply send me an email and I would be happy to forward you a copy.

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Let’s take a look at the process behind buying and selling a home, and the value our passionate real estate team can provide.

Our team believes in the value of real estate and that owning real estate is the foundation to building long term wealth.

To be a successful homebuyer, particularly in challenging markets, you need someone with experience, to support and guide you through the process, and that’s where the Reimers Group comes in. There is a lot of free information out there, but how to properly interpret that information is key, which is why you need master negotiators and advisors to guide you.

Investing in real estate will likely be the biggest financial decision you will ever make. An experienced agent will help you uncover the opportunities while steering you clear of those pitfalls. We are here to protect your interests and to make sure you have the very best information on hand to make an informed decision.

We'll assist you with financing by connecting you with the best mortgage brokers in town. We'll also create an in-depth "needs and wants analysis" to determine what your perfect home looks and feels like, and where to find it.

Once your perfect home has been found, we'll guide you through the offer and negotiation process, right through to completion and beyond. By working with only a handful of clients at a time, we ensure all our clients are getting the highest level of attention and service.

For us it’s never about a transaction. It’s about you. Our business is built on positive past client experiences and when we work with you, we do everything we can to exceed your expectations throughout the process so that you have great things to say about us to your friends and family and hopefully give us a 5 star review.

More information about the home buying process.

We’d be honoured to partner with you on your real estate journey. We offer personal one-on-one expert advisory services gained from years of front-line experience. Leverage our knowledge and negotiation skills today and make sure you have us on your side! First-class marketing using every available tool to market and sell your home is what you can expect! If you're thinking it - we're doing it! Reach out today to get started - 604-340-4400.

The Contract of Purchase and Sale (CPS) is one of the key documents used in a real estate transaction. The attached video created by the British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) will help you understand and answer some of the common questions, such as:

• When does the process begin and when is the Contract of Purchase and Sale used?
• What do the terms in the contract mean?
• What information is included in the Contract of Purchase and Sale?

If you want to know more about the CPS form, feel free to reach out. Always happy to help!

In short, yes, absolutely! Home staging is critical to ensure your home looks and feels its best. Think of home staging like dressing a home. You dress it with complimentary "clothes" so it looks it's best.

Staged homes photograph better so when potential buyers see it online, or in print, they have already formed a positive opinion. Staged homes sell quicker, and because they sell quicker, they typically sell for a higher price. We highly recommend staging for all our properties and provide a free home staging consultation for all our clients.

As always I love hearing your comments. Any questions you know where to find me. Until next time, cheers.