Greater Vancouver April 2024 Presale Pulse

April 2024 Greater Vancouver Real Estate Market Insights Welcome to the April 2024 episode of the Presale Pulse, a real estate show brought to you by hosts Suzana Goncalves and Brittany Reimer. Watch the video to understand the latest macroeconomics, presale, and resale trends over the last 30 days
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Financial Resources for Pre-Sale Homebuyers

2 years ago
For pre-sale homebuyers, financial clarity is key. It’s crucial to develop and follow a clear financial plan that factors in income and expenses when purchasing any home. Just as homebuyers should seek a full understanding of their mortgage structure and insurance details, so should they be aware of
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A Complete Homebuyer’s Resource

2 years ago
Any new homebuyer knows that the purchasing process can be time consuming and overwhelming. Navigating legal matters, insurance details, mortgages and moving is often unnecessarily strenuous. To support pre-sale homebuyers right from the start, MLA Canada created MLA Complete, a customer-focused
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Understanding Disclosure of Representation in Trading Services

2 years ago
Before embarking on your pre-sale home journey, it is essential to understand the differing client-realtor relationships you may encounter along the way. Any licensed real estate professional in British Columbia should provide the consumer information regarding the professional working relationship
Evolving to Meet Modern Needs: the Advancement of Amenities  
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Evolving to Meet Modern Needs: the Advancement of Amenities  

2 years ago
Today’s pre-sale homebuyer is in a prime position to take advantage of the evolution of complex amenities in new developments. Amenities have advanced and expanded exponentially in recent years to meet the needs of the modern consumer. An increased focus on health, wellness and technology has
What to Know About Warranties When Buying a Pre-Sale Home
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What to Know About Warranties When Buying a Pre-Sale Home

2 years ago
Just as each homebuyer should have a thorough understanding of their mortgage and home insurance, so too should they know how the warranty for their pre-sale home purchase functions. In British Columbia, any new home built by a licensed residential builder must be covered by third-party home
Opportunities for Customization When Purchasing Your Pre-Sale Home 
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Opportunities for Customization When Purchasing Your Pre-Sale Home 

2 years ago
One of the largest upsides to choosing a pre-sale development over a re-sale home is the chance to tailor it to your tastes and preferences, without the hassle and cost of renovations. The trend toward homebuyer customization has increased in recent years, with developers providing more and more
What pre-sale homebuyers should check for during a deficiency walkthrough 
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What pre-sale homebuyers should check for during a deficiency walkthrough 

2 years ago
A pre-sale home is the perfect fit for homebuyers who prefer a brand new, ‘move-in-ready’ home with personalized interior design accents. It’s crucial to understand the process of buying a pre-sale home so that it runs smoothly and all surprises are avoided. This guide will focus on the key things
Pre-Sale Advantages for Downsizers
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Pre-Sale Advantages for Downsizers

2 years ago
Less space, more benefits There can be many advantages to downsizing that are often overlooked when initially considering it as your next move, whether it be for retirement, or because your children have now left their nest. Although moving from a single family home to a condo or townhome can feel
Making the most of a presentation centre  
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Making the most of a presentation centre  

2 years ago
For the most part, homeowners want to leave a presentation centre armed with the information needed to continue their purchasing journey, but many fail to know the right questions to ask when doing so. Below we cover the type of questions to ask and the tools to bring to a presentation centre so