If the subject sounds something like Brian Burke’s, “…pugnacity, testosterone, truculence and belligerence“, hockey quote, well it’s not quite. The subject is the words of another Irishman, The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, who on February 16th announced a number of measured steps aimed at supporting the long-term stability of Canada’s housing market and … Read more
Melanie Aitken, Commissioner of Competition, issued a press release on February 8, 2010, that falsely stated, the Canadian Real Estate Association’s Rules restrict consumer choice and prevent innovative business models: http://competitionbureau.gc.ca/eic/site/cb-bc.nsf/eng/03196.html The National media has been fed misleading information, which is seriously tarnishing hard-working the reputation of Canadian REALTORS® and the REALTOR® brand which we … Read more
Snow that is, white gold, BC powder. While Alpine and Nordic skiing, as well as bobsleigh, luge and skeleton events, will be some 125 km north where snow is abundant in the resort town of Whistler, Cypress Mountain, the outdoor Vancouver venue for the 2010 Winter Olympics, is snow challenged. This is what I see … Read more
I’m curious to know why Homebuyers and Sellers hire a REALTOR® from outside of the area to represent them. Why would a consumer not leverage all advantages in their favour? If you’ve ever heard, read or seen, a report on the Canadian real estate market, you’ll know that it is not necessarily reflective of what … Read more
There’s already so much anticipation and excitement in the air in the run up to the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics, and we’re still two weeks away. Here are a few worthwhile website and video links for your convenience and pleasure: Vancouver City Provincial Government: http://www.yougottabehere.com/ The Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Torch Relay – Live Official … Read more
The 2010 Olympic Torch relay starts bright and early at 6:00 a.m. on February 11, 2010, in Port Moody at the intersection of Ioco Road and April Road, travels on Ioco Road to Knowle Street, and then stops for briefly at City Hall. Come out to Port Moody City Hall, enjoy a cup of hot … Read more
Olympic Figure Skating Teams will be using the Port Moody Arena for practice. Public viewing details are TBA for Canadian Athletes and those representing Great Britain The teams have been unable to release information at this time; however, any scheduled public viewing opportunities will be posted on the Port Moody City website closer to the … Read more
Before Sumi, Mukmuk, Quatchi and Miga kick things off at the 2010 Olympic Games, join them for a free family skate on Sunday, January 31, 2010 The Mascots will be at the Port Moody Recreation Complex from 1pm to 1:30pm during the Family skate from 1pm to 2:30pm. Get there early to meet the Olympic … Read more
Information savvy consumers have long expected a builder to provide specific maintenance and warranty details in a format that is easy to use and access. Besides, the warranty coverage itself will be dependent upon the homeowner being compliant and doing proper maintenance, which usually requires being able to refer to the manufacturer’s instructions, and regardless … Read more
Sold in 24 days for 98.2% of original list price. Welcome to our video open house online from the comfort of your home. If you like what you see be sure to contact us. Encompassing the south shore, Moody Centre is the focus of much of the future development activity in Port Moody and ” … Read more