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Real Estate Advice for Coquitlam & the Lower Mainland
Practical guides for buyers and sellers in the Tri-Cities and Fraser Valley, from mortgage pre-approval to choosing the right neighbourhood.
Maillardville and Austin Heights: A Guide to Southwest Coquitlam
Southwest Coquitlam is home to the city's most historic neighbourhood. Maillardville grew up beside a sawmill on the Fraser River more than a century ago, and next door, Austin Heights is growing into a busier, more urban neighbourhood along Austin Avenue. My office is on Austin Avenue, so this part
Joint Tenancy or Tenants in Common? How to Hold Title in BC
When two or more people buy a home together, you decide how you will own it, and the transfer records it. In BC the choice is joint tenancy or tenancy in common, and it decides what happens to each owner's interest when one of you dies. Here is how each one works and what to think about before you s
Buying a Home with a Suite: How a Mortgage Helper Works in BC
A suite can make a house in the Lower Mainland more affordable. The rent helps with the mortgage payments, and lenders can count it when you qualify. Here is how lenders treat suite income, what makes a suite legal, and the tenancy, insurance and tax details to know before you buy. The short version
Abbotsford, Chilliwack or Mission? A Guide to the Fraser Valley
Looking east for more space, a yard or a quieter pace? Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Mission are the three largest cities in the Fraser Valley Regional District, and each has a different feel. Here is how they compare on size, commuting, the outdoors and the things to check before you buy. The short ve
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