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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.

  • Moving to Port Moody: A Guide to the City of the Arts,Silvana Azurdia

    Moving to Port Moody: A Guide to the City of the Arts

    Port Moody wraps around the eastern end of Burrard Inlet, bordered by Burnaby, Coquitlam and the villages of Anmore and Belcarra. It pairs a waterfront park and a long shoreline trail with two SkyTrain stations and a growing town centre. Here is a guide to the City of the Arts for home buyers. The s

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  • New Home Warranty in BC: How 2-5-10 Coverage Works,Silvana Azurdia

    New Home Warranty in BC: How 2-5-10 Coverage Works

    Buying a brand-new home, or one that is only a few years old? Most new homes in BC come with third-party home warranty insurance, often called 2-5-10 coverage. Here is what it covers, when it starts, how to make a claim, and what to check when you buy a home that is less than 10 years old. The short

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  • Moving to Port Coquitlam: A Guide to PoCo,Silvana Azurdia

    Moving to Port Coquitlam: A Guide to PoCo

    Port Coquitlam, or PoCo, sits along the Coquitlam and Pitt rivers, with a historic downtown, a trail that circles the whole city and a strong hometown spirit. It is Terry Fox's hometown, and its May Day celebrations go back more than a century. Here is a guide for home buyers. The short version   Po

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  • Buying a Home in BC as a Newcomer to Canada,Silvana Azurdia

    Buying a Home in BC as a Newcomer to Canada

    Moving to Canada and ready to put down roots? Permanent residents can buy a home in BC much like anyone else, while work permit holders and students face extra rules and taxes. Here is who can buy, which programs depend on your status, and how to get a mortgage without a long Canadian credit history

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