JUST LISTED – BURNABY – 2 BED – 2 BATH CONDO – WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS

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1003 2225 Holdom Avenue. Welcome to LEGACY by the very reputable BOSA. Corner, southwest unit with spectacular views of the city, mountains and Mt. Baker. Very OPEN floor plan with floor to ceiling windows all around for an abundance of natural light. This unit features 2 bedroom plus den, 9 foot ceilings, large 160 sq ft balcony to fit in house size patio furniture. Recently painted, open kitchen with Granite counter tops in both the kitchen and bath rooms. Comes with 2 side by side parking, 1 locker, 1 bike storage. 6000 sq ft rec facility including fully equipped exercise room, spa, steam room and sauna and lounge. Located next to Holdom Skytrain Station. Pets allowed (one cat or one dog). Rentals allowed.

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JUST LISTED – 2 BED- 2 BATH TOWNHOME IN LANGLEY CITY

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Welcome to THE COURTYARDS. This light, bright 2 bed, 2 bath has some great upgrades & designer features. The kitchen & dining room, with gorgeous wood effect floor tile, open onto a sunny SOUTH facing deck, overlooking the QUIET courtyard. Modern dining room light fitting plus crown molding on the main floor. The large living room features a cozy fireplace with slate stone surround & large wood mantel. Upstairs you’ll find a huge laundry closet. The large master has a wainscoting feature & mirrored closets + organizers. Another designer touch – reclaimed wood feature wall in 2nd bed.  BONUS 3 parking! 1 on pad out front and 2 covered in tandem garage, fenced south facing patio off garage. Tons of street parking 5 mins walk to Linwood Park & Nicomekl  Elementary. O/H Sat/Sun Feb 15/16 2-4PM

BC SPECULATION TAX – IT’S TIME TO DECLARE

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It’s that time of year once again when the BC Speculation Tax letters will be dropping into your mailbox.

Who needs to declare?

  • All residential property owners in the TAXABLE REGIONS must apply.
  • If a property has more than one owner, a separate declaration must be made for each owner.
  • Even if the other owners are family members or part of an estate, each owner needs to complete a declaration.

The Government claims that ‘99% of British Columbians are exempt’ from the tax so have your letter ready and LOG ON HERE to start you declaration.

The tax amount has changed from 0.5% to 2% for homeowners who are not exempt. To find out who is eligible for the exemption, check out the BC SPECULATION TAX website or call 1-833-554-2323.

Remember you must declare by March 31st 2020 in order to qualify for the exemption.

Contact Garry Voigt for more information 604 789 2140 or info@garryvoigt.com

 

 

CHECK OUT THE SNAPSTATS FOR JANUARY 2020 – IT IS STILL A HOT SELLERS MARKET!

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Check out the latest **Snapstats for January 2020. The stats indicate that we are still in a hot ‘Sellers Market’. Inventory is low and buyers are very active. Savvy sellers should be cashing in on the market conditions RIGHT NOW and not waiting for the typical ‘spring market’! See below video for full stats for Greater Vancouver, Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley.

If you would like more information call Garry Voigt 604 789 2140 or email info@garryvoigt.com.

FVR 2020 January
GVR 2020 January
MVR 2020 January
**This report data was captured on February 3, 2020 from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board MLS®. Refer to our YTD reports for sustained periods of the Sales Ratio % . The accuracy and completeness of the information is not guaranteed. In providing this information SnapStats® or Garry Voigt do not assume any responsibility or liability. More info at snap-stats.com .

B.C. SET TO RELAX THE RULES ON SECONDARY RESIDENCES ON ALR

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In 2019 the BC Government bought in legislation to limit the size of residences on farm land to halt the building of so-called “Mega Mansions’ Another part of this legislation was the necessity for farmers to get permission from the Agricultural Land Commission to build secondary residences on their land.

The changes propose that secondary residences be allowed on ALR land but they cannot be more than 1000 sq ft. However, there would be more flexibility for use including being able to use the secondary home as rental accommodation. This is great news for farmers!

It is proposed that the maximum size of primary residences will remain at 5,400 but secondary residences will no longer have to be mobile or manufactured homes.

Click on the links below to read more.

VANCOUVER SUN

BC GOV NEWS

If you would like more information call Garry Voigt 604 789 2140 – Your Local Langley Realtor

 

HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED THE BENEFITS OF BUYING VS RENTING?

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There is no doubt about it, there are definitely some benefits to renting a home rather than taking the leap to purchase. Your costs can be lower than if you purchase but what about getting a return on that investment?

The article below sets out 5 really good incentives to buy instead of renting.

 

  1. Possible Tax Breaks
  2. Getting help from CMHC to purchase a home
  3. Using your RRSP contributions as leverage
  4. GST New Housing Rebate
  5. Building Equity and Credit

Click Here to read the article recently published in REW.ca

If you are looking to buy your first home and want more information about the benefits of buying a home call Garry Voigt today, email www.garryvoigt.com or call 604 789 2140. We have helped many happy first time buyers navigate their first purchase!

 

INVENTORY IS LOW – IF YOU ARE THINKING OF LISTING – GET AHEAD OF THE COMPETITION AND DO IT NOW!

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The end of 2019 showed no let up in Real Estate sales and the market was extremely strong! We are in what is considered a ‘Sellers Market’** with some homes going into multiple offers due to low inventory and strong demand from buyers.

**For example, the inventory for Langley Condos was down 30% from November to December 2019 but sale price was up 1%. Sales price per sq ft was up 8%.

Inventory for Langley detached homes was down 35% compared to November and sales prices remained unchanged.

Don’t wait for the ‘Spring Market’! In this sellers market, it pays to get ahead of the competition! If you are considering selling your home in Langley, Cloverdale or in the Fraser Valley, let the Garry Voigt Real Estate Team help.

Gall Garry Voigt today 604 789 2140 or email info@garryvoigt.com.

**© 2010-2020 SnapStats® Publishing Co. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, copied, posted on the internet or forwarded in any printed or electronic form at without written permission. This report data was captured on January 2, 2020 from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board M LS® . Refer to our YTD reports for sustained periods of the Sales Ratio % . The accuracy and completeness of the information is not guaranteed. In providing this information SnapStats® or Garry Voigt do not assume any responsibility or liability. M ore info at snap-stats.com .

YOUR BC ASSESSMENT IS IN – LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU

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If you live in BC, you may have already received your new BC Assessment. Understanding why your Assessment has increased or decreased compared to the previous year can be extremely confusing.
One of the most important things to understand is that the Assessment is actually based on the market value of your house as of July 1st the previous year, and not the market value in January when the Assessment is mailed. The Assessment also does not necessarily have any bearing on the actual Market Value of your home and this can lead to even more confusion.
For a more accurate, up to date valuation your Realtor can create a Comparable Market Analysis. Contact Garry Voigt and let his expertise help you understand your home’s market value.
There is a lot of information contained with the BC Assessment website that tries to help clarify
the Assessment process. Click on the video and link below for more.
If you disagree with you Assessment you can appeal but you have to do this before the January 31st deadline!!

NEWLY LISTED – ONE OF THE MOST STUNNING AND UNIQUE HOME IN BC!

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The future of sustainable building is here! One of the most unique homes on a 5 acre farm is situated at the end of a NO THROUGH ROAD in a quiet rural setting. The farm is currently organically growing over 80 varieties of crops & features multiple outbuildings including, large storage units, 2 greenhouses, 110 x 90 fruit cage, 1100 sq ft treehouse for guests & a 30 x 20 heated barn for events. CUSTOM BUILT, architecturally stunning, unique home that has been featured in many publications due to its negative carbon footprint Hempcrete structure. There is also an opportunity for a lucrative turnkey business. This is a must see!! Just too much to list for this property!. Please don’t go on property without an appt. More info www.garryvoigt.com Hemp House.

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CHECK OUT THE DECEMBER STAPSTATS FOR THE FRASER VALLEY – METRO VANCOUVER AND GREATER VANCOUVER

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Check out the SnapStats Markt Speedo Video of the Fraser Valley – December 2019.

We are still in a ‘Sellers Market’ – Sales were up over 50% compared to December 2018 and the median sales price has increased by 6% compared to December 2018.

If you are thinking of selling, don’t wait for the ‘Spring Market’, the time to sell is NOW!

FRASER VALLEY NOVEMBER 2019 

GREATER VANCOUVER NOVEMBER 2019

METRO VANCOUVER NOVEMBER 2019

This report data was captured on January 2,2020 from the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board M LS® .Refer to our YTD reports for sustained periods of the Sales Ratio % .The accuracy and completeness of the information is not guaranteed. In providing this information SnapStats® or Garry Voigt do not assume any responsibility or liability. More info at snap-stats.com