BC New Condo Guide - February 22, 2013

Feb 22 - Mar 8, 2013 Volume 03 Issue 04

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE IDEAL LOCATION

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EDITOR’S NOTE

MORTGAGE PRE-APPROVAL is a win-win situation

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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The Bank of Canada’s latest announcement to hold its interest rate target at 1.0 is not a surprise.

Its been holding since September of 2010 and that’s good news if you’re in the market for a mortgage.

There are many excellent mortgage products available from banks and brokers that will suit your individual needs and are likely lower than posted bank rates, which are currently hovering around three per cent for a variable rate. With a pre-approval in hand, you’re protected if rates rise, and if rates go down you’ll likely get an even lower rate.

A pre-approval can be a win-win situation for shoppers since it means

you don’t have to wait to get financing approval on a condo when you put in an offer. This is an especially good tool to have in markets that are hot. Removing the “conditional on financing” clause could mean your offer is accepted first since you already have your financing in place.

So when will rates rise? It’s anyone’s guess, but most experts agree there’s not going to be any movement until early 2014. The Bank will make its next scheduled rate announcement on March 6th. Don’t wait until then to get pre-approved for a mortgage. It can take a few days. Many lenders now offer online pre-approvals to make the process faster and easier.

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If you are in the market for a new condo, you are surely focusing on your present-day needs – and rightly so. You might be looking for hip neighbourhood cafés and bars. Or maybe your needs are more familycentric and you want good schools and parks. Perhaps you are retiring and would like a place close to shopping and transit.

Whatever your situation, don’t overlook what you will need from your condo a few (or more) years down the road.

I learned this lesson first-hand.

I bought my home seven years ago when I was single (plus dog). Little did I know that two years later I would be married with a baby. I hadn’t looked at nearby schools; I had been concentrating on how close my place was to the nearest subway – and Starbucks.

The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corp. (cmhc.ca) has a good list of things to contemplate when condo-hunting. For instance: › SIZE How many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need? Do you want a home office? What about parking facilities? › FEATURES Do you want storage or hobby space? Do you have family members with special needs? › LIFE STAGES Do you plan to have children? Do you have teenagers who will be moving away soon? Are you close to retirement?

Have a look at the CMHC’s Home Features Checklist and add your own needs to the list. It can help you determine what you want in a home today – and what you might need tomorrow.

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4th Ave. & Fir 604.731.5522 2065 W12th Ave 604.892.7712 First & Quebec 604.876.8819

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cover story

keefer block

Heritage Meets Modern // by susan m boyce

Chinatown: it’s a neighbourhood unlike any other

in Metro Vancouver. Here trendsetting fashion boutiques rub shoulders with traditional dim sum restaurants and, for those who look, it’s possible to find everything from fresh produce, flowers, and finely embroidered linens to Peking duck, modernist furniture, and even the occasional fortune teller.

Chinatown is where past, present, and future blend into a dynamic new entity. And right in the heart of this vibrant transition is where you’ll find Keefer Block, a dynamic, nine-storey boutique residence poised to become a new landmark residence.

“I’ve loved Chinatown’s eclectic ambience since I was a kid,” says Solterra’s Laura Rizzo. “So it’s particularly gratifying to see it becoming one of Vancouver’s most talked about neighbourhoods. And it’s even more gratifying to be part of that transformation.”

New View on Community “The neighbourhood itself is such a key ingredient of Keefer Block’s success,” Laura stresses. “So many of the people who’ve priority registered already live nearby — which definitely makes a statement. But it’s amazing how many people want to move here from places like Kits, Burnaby, or even the West End — real people who are excited by the changes in this eclectic neighbourhood and want to be part of this new Chinatown.”

No question about it, Keefer Block’s centrality is a major attraction. “You’re quite literally just a few minutes walk or bike ride to the Seawall, Olympic Village, Gastown, even the downtown business and entertainment districts,” Laura says, adding that transit it is right outside your front door for when you just feel like taking it easy.

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member, Keefer Block will also have a dog wash with hot and cold water. Plus, for people who prefer two wheels to four, there’s a bike repair station and even optional charging stations for your electric bike. Now that’s flexibility.

New Urban Style Inside, Keefer Block is celebration of upscale, boutique living. Sleek, integrated closets morph effortlessly into linear kitchens with gas cooktop, seamlessly stone backsplash, and futuristic articulated faucets. Wide-plank flooring in luxurious charcoal grey gives a sophisticated edginess that’s distinctive yet with a pleasing edginess. “At Solterra, we’re committed to giving above-and-beyond quality, because our buyers deserve it,” Laura says.

And be sure to check out the presentation centre’s Lounge, Bao Bei Restaurant, London Pub, Brixton Café display suite where you’ll find a couple of truly innovative and Floata Seafood Restaurant are just the beginning of ideas on multi-purposing your spaces. Hint: a queen-sized the many places where you can savour exotic tastes of the Murphy bed that transforms into a shelving unit with flipworld. And that’s before you start exploring the famous markets that line the streets. In fact, there’s so much choice down dining table and a movable eating bar that serves double duty as an entertainment buffet or kitchen island. when it comes to epicurean offerings, there’s now even a “We wanted to show options,” Laura says. “This home really culinary tour named, appropriately, A Wok About Town. gets people thinking by giving them new ideas about how Retail, too, is thriving and expanding — Spencer’s to make these homes work with their unique lifestyle.”

Interiors for furnishings, Jett Grrl Bike Studio, Erin Keefer Block will offer a total of just 81 homes ranging Templeton Leather Goods, Ochi Women’s Fashions, and an from one to three bedrooms and priced from just $249,900, ever-changing selection of antiques and curios at the worldfamous Dr. Sun Yat Sen Classical Chinese Gardens gift shop. located at 189 Keefer St. (at Main). Be sure to ask about the exclusive Private Collection situated on the top two floors.

“All this and you can still find the really neat, traditional shops like Chinese herbalists and wicker wares,” Laura says.

The Best of Urban Living Mind you, there’s plenty to keep you active and entertained right at home — starting with Keefer Block’s rooftop deck.

“We really focused on creating a sustainable, green amenity with two distinct spaces — one for entertaining, one for lounging and relaxing,” Laura explains.

The result is a lavishly appointed, welcoming area that spans the entire roof. The active half incorporates a full outdoor kitchen with barbecue, community garden plots, and kid’s playground filled with whimsical playthings made of natural woods.

On the opposite side, Keefer Block introduces a full outdoor movie theatre meticulously placed so that as the sun sets movie watchers can spread a picnic blanket on the lawn and enjoy the final rays of sunshine as well as the latest blockbuster. Or, in winter, how about sharing steaming hot chocolate around the outdoor fire pit? The options are limited only by your imagination.

And here come a few more ultra cool bonuses. Not forgetting many owners will have a four-footed family

Presentation centre now open by appointment only for VIP previews at 880 Seymour St. in downtown Vancouver. For more information visit keeferblock.com or call 604.682.8813.

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Luxor Celebrate your style // By susan m boyce

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ou know your style: quality, sophisticated finishings, and a location near everything from parks and cultural venues to shops and schools. Now say hello to Luxor where it all comes together.

Located in the prestigious Sunshine Village neighbourhood, Luxor offers a total of 96 homes, many of them move-in ready. That’s right, no waiting — just pack your things and call the moving company.

Fabulous Living “Luxor offers an unparalleled level of finishings,” says sales manager Solon Bucholtz, rapidly listing off just a few of the details. “Duo-tone cabinetry, nine-ft. ceilings, ensuites with twoperson shower, large balconies for outdoor living, and plenty of big, bright windows. Even better, most homes with immediate occupancy also include a significant upgrade package at no additional cost to you.”

Rounding out the appeal is Luxor’s proximity to a diverse array of amenities including the beaches at White Rock, Watershed Park, the freeway to downtown Vancouver, shopping, and schools. “These homes are particularly 30 metro vancouver new Condo Guide feb 22 - mar 8, 2013

popular with young professionals and couples looking for a place where they can put down family roots,” Solon explains. “But it’s also ideal for savvy investors because this neighbourhood has a real lack of quality rental suites.”

Open House Celebration Now before you start thinking all this is going to cost a bundle, think again, because Luxor has homes starting at just $224,900. And here’s more good news. Luxor is getting read to celebrate spring early with two special open house days and some sizzling incentives to go with them. “On February 24th and March 17th we’ll be offering a mortgage buy-down program that mean you can save as much as $10,000,” Solon says. “Buyers can use it to reduce their monthly payments for the first two years or they can convert it to immediate savings on their down payment.”

Even better, first-time buyers still have time to take advantage of the government’s $10,000 tax credit. “For people who’ve been sitting on the fence, wondering if they should buy or not, this truly is a not to be missed opportunity to get into the housing market,” Solon says.

The Luxor presentation centre and display home are open 1-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday and weekends noon to 5 p.m. at Unit 104, 12039 64th Ave. (at Scott Rd.) in Surrey. For more information visit luxor-living.com or call 604.590.8003.

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buyer profile

Mina at Wave

Visionary investment // by Susan M Boyce

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hen it comes to recognizing a solid investment in residential real estate, Mina is no stranger to opportunity. A local Realtor with listings throughout the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley, she sees the good, the bad and the ugly on a regular basis.

And when Mina saw the presentation centre at Wave in Surrey, she knew this was an opportunity she wasn’t going to miss.

Developer Reputation “As an investor, my first consideration is always the builder’s reputation,” Mina says. “Rize has always maintained very high standards of construction quality. In fact, I have several clients who are repeat purchasers.”

As an investor, my first consideration is always the builder’s reputation.

Mina

price and transit. “There’s no question it’s much more affordable to purchase a suite here than an equivalent unit at UBC or on the mountain,” she says. “And having SkyTrain already here is a good investment advantage that neither UBC or SFU in Burnaby have.”

Functional Homes with Class Finally, there’s Wave’s functional, highly efficient floorplans.

“There is no wasted space in these units — you can use At the Hub of Growthw every square inch,” Mina says. “Hallways occupy a lot of Wave’s location in the up-and-coming Surrey Central space, but these suites are designed in a square. So you not neighbourhood was point two on Mina’s list. “This area is only don’t need halls but it makes it much easier to furnish.” really growing up,” she stresses. “And as it does, it’s attracting She adds there’s yet another bonus to this design: it’s good more people and more amenities. There’s shopping, the new feng shui too.

City Hall and civic library, restaurants, and schools — all As to architectural design, Mina believes there’s no things that make a neighbourhood appealing.” doubt that Wave will become an iconic landmark in Surrey’s new downtown. “So many highrises are boring She’s also a fan of Wave’s proximity to SFU’s Surrey campus. “Being close to any university usually means a very with nothing to differentiate them for the ones they’re stable rental income. I bought a two-bedroom and den that beside,” she says. “This is something very different… and could easily be rented out to two or even three students definitely not boring.” who want to pool their resources.”

But there are, she points out, two significant differences For more information about Wave, visit waveliving.ca or between this location and the residential areas surrounding call 604.951.9283.

UBC and SFU’s main campus on Burnaby Mountain —

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CONDO SENSE

Making sense of

Cameron McNeill is the owner of MAC Marketing Solutions, one of B.C.’s and Alberta’s leading real estate sales and marketing firms. Cameron also co-founded TAC Real Estate, a resale firm, and MPC Intelligence, a real estate market-research firm. Together with his experienced and dedicated team of sales, marketing and administration professionals, he has transacted more than 14,000 new homes and $5 billion in sales. Email him at cm@macmarketingsolutions.com or follow him on Twitter @mac_marketing

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uying pre-construction real estate has its advantages, such as potential for capital appreciation, low cost of ownership with minimal deposits and the benefits of purchasing a brand new home. But it all starts in the sales centre where you’ll learn about the neighbourhood and the interior and exterior features, including the floorplan design. Because the home usually isn’t complete, you are required to look over floorplans to get a better idea of the size and layout of the home you desire. But how well can you read floorplans and can you tell the difference between a home that looks good on paper versus a home that fits your needs?

Floorplans are more than just lines on a page. They are

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// BY CAMERON MCNEILL

FLOORPLANS simplified architectural drawings representing the home that you may purchase.

Floorplans usually indicate the location of your living and dining room, kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms. They also help you understand the location of your appliances, closets and in some cases the type of flooring in each room.

Here are some tips to help you better understand floorplans, questions to ask yourself and things to consider: ›› “Walk-through” the home Begin going through the floorplan by picturing yourself in the home. If you have a tough time with understanding the scale, it usually helps if you walk through the display suite in the sales centre (assuming it has one) with the corresponding plan in hand. This way you’ll get a clear idea of the space in the display in relation to the floorplan. ›› Ask for measurements Sometimes it’s hard to visualize the size of a room or ceiling heights on paper. Asking for approximate measurements from the sales associate can help you better understand the space. With these, you can compare them to the display suite or to your current home and the spaces there.

Sometimes people will use painters tape and trace mark the size of each room.

It’s also a good idea to use the floorplan to lay out your furniture. How far is the couch from the TV? How wide is the kitchen? Are the bedrooms big enough for your bed and a dresser? ›› Ask yourself questions As you’re picturing yourself in the home, look out for details in each space. How much cabinet space is in the kitchen? Is there enough counter space? Is there enough wall space for furniture or art? Is the balcony big enough? It’s never a bad idea to write all of your questions down and then walk through the plan with a sales member who can answer them.

Floorplans can be presented in the form of black lines on a page or rendered illustrations. Either way, they are a tool to help you understand the design and layout of a space. So, it is important that you are aware of the benefits and limitations of each home in order to understand whether the home is right for you.

The time you put into thoroughly understanding the floorplans will pay dividends in the comfort of your new home as you make the final step of moving in.

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condo profile

CORNERSTONE North Preview event now on

// By Janine Mackie

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rom the same developer that built Thunderbird Centre, Colossus Theatres and Twin Rinks, comes Langley’s newest landmark – Cornerstone North at 210A St. and 56th Ave. “The Marcon name definitely influences our purchasers,” says marketing and sales director Roxanne Reid. “We have been building for almost 30 years, and as one of BC’s most respected builders we are recognized for standing behind our product.”

Two new showhomes open this week during the Preview Event, and provide homebuyers the opportunity to see Marcon’s exceptional value and quality construction in living colour. One- and two-bedroom homes in the four-storey building range from 592 to 1044 sq. ft., and start from just $179,900 for a one bedroom and $239,900 for a two bedroom.

“We’re also seeing a lot of downsizers who recognize the quality and care behind every Marcon home and can easily make the transition to a generously sized condo with two-bedrooms, a laundry room and spacious bathrooms with separate tub and shower,” says Reid. “They appreciate that we’ve made security a priority. Video surveillance cameras can be accessed through their home TV, and we’ve equipped our secure parking with excellent lighting and panic stations.”

Nine-foot ceilings and large windows fill homes with beautiful natural light

Downsizers love the two-bedroom-plus den homes with laundry room and spacious baths

Cornerstone has been attracting many savvy first-time buyers who are taking full advantage of low mortgage rates and the provincial government’s “First Time Home Buyer Rebate Program” entitling them to up to $10,000 cash back if they purchase and move in before March 31st of this year. There are a handful of remaining homes in the first Cornerstone building that qualify. Move-in for Cornerstone North is mid-August of this year and Marcon has created its own $10,000 Incentive – available to all purchasers, not just first-time buyers, who purchase prior to March 31st, 2013. Those who purchase before the end of February will also receive a bonus of free legal fees and no strata fees for one full year.

Listening to previous and prospective buyers is something Marcon puts value in, and with this final phase at Cornerstone, that reality is proven with an upgraded list of standard finishes. Ceilings have been raised to nine-feet and paired with oversized windows for an abundance of natural light, taller cabinets with soft-close hardware provide immense amounts of storage, water and ice dispensers are now standard features in the stainless steel fridges, and thoughtful touches are strategically added throughout including built-in wine racks, floating fireplaces, under-cabinet lighting and even USB ports for charging tablets and phones.

Cornerstone’s ultra-convenient location is walkable to Kwantlen University, Safeway and community parks, and offers some incredible views. While waiting for the grill to heat up, your dinner guests can be savoring the views from your generous deck – the Golden Ears Mountains to the North, the Cascades and Mount Baker to the South and West.

Sales centre and showhomes are open daily (except Fridays) from noon to 5 p.m. Check out cornerstoneliving.ca for more information or call (604) 534.6000.

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At Murray’s Walk we have something for everyone - with 19 floor plans to choose from and homes ranging in size from 635 sq ft to over 1,300 sq ft. Whether you are looking to downsize or purchase your very first home, the Murray’s Walk team is here to help you through the process. Please visit us at our Presentation Centre for more details.

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Junior ones up to spacious two + den suites NET priced from the $160’s up to the low $400’s INCLUDING SALES TAXES VISIT OUR PRESENTATION CENTRE OPEN DAILY NOON - 5PM (CLOSED FRIDAYS) 20211 66th Avenue, Langley BC | 604-533-7718 elementsinlangley.com SALES & MARKETING BY: FIFTH AVENUE REAL ESTATE MARKETING LTD. www.fifthave.ca *Prices and incentives are subject to change and may be withdrawn without prior notice.

Prices quoted include net HST or GST, whichever is applicable for owner occupier only. $10,000 bonus offered by Sandhill Developments for CMHC approved first time buyers only on new deals written between Feb. 14/13 and March 31/13 in phase 3 only. E.&O.E.

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Leave your car behind to shop at Winners, London Drugs, fashion outlets, and trendy local boutiques.

Enjoy neighbourhood events like car shows and movie nights that happen along bustling Main St. Plentiful bistros and fresh groceries from Thrifty Foods mean delicious eats anytime.

Staying healthy made easy with Steve Nash Sports Club steps away. Scenic parks, trails, & beaches all nearby.

Morgan Crossing is Move-in-ready Visit the Real estate PResentation CentRe Open Daily (except Fridays) noon - 5pm. 103-15775 Croydon Dr., South Surrey. Located next to Thrifty Foods.

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mOrganCrOSSing.Ca | 604.582.1336 DEvELOPED BY *applies to Focus building only plus applicable HST and subject to availability. Prices and specifications subject to change. This is not an offering for sale, such an offering can only be made by way of a disclosure statement. E.&O.E. Sales & marketing by

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Make this your Everyday – an exclusive enclave of luxurious condo residences in one of BC’s most coveted ocean-side communities.

With unobstructed panoramic views, superb amenities and exceptional detailing at every corner, Royce offers a rare sense of serenity high above the Pacific Ocean. A place where location and luxury reside.

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Prices and promotions subject to change without notice. Prices quoted exclude taxes. Don’t miss out! Sales and Marketing by Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd. www.fifthave.ca E.&O.E.

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INDUSTRY INSIDER

LEGENDS OF HOUSING Three experts have their say // BY SUSAN M BOYCE

1 David Podmore

Chairman and CEO of Concert Properties

2 Peeter Wesik

President of Wesgroup Properties

3 Ward McAllister

President and CEO of Ledingham McAllister

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CHANGING DEMOGRAPHICS AND NEW VIEWS on what the word “home” really means were just two of the diverse topics that were raised when three top developers faced off in a candid discussion about B.C.’s residential construction industry. On February 6th, David Podmore (chairman and CEO of Concert Properties), Peeter Wesik (president of Wesgroup Properties and ParkLane Homes), and Ward McAllister (president and CEO of Ledingham McAllister) each presented insights and expertise garnered from their many years in a dynamic industry to a sellout crowd at the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association.

Immigration Returns Despite the recent dip in Asian immigration, McAllister believes the coming year will see this market driver regain strength.

“Immigration consultants in most of the major Mainland China and Asian cities still have hundreds of thousands of clients who want to come here, invest here, and be involved in the economy,” he noted referring to his just completed Asian tour.

“These people are not talking about Los Angeles or New York or Paris or London. They’re talking about Vancouver. They love the geography, the proximity, and most of all they love the fact they’re so accepted here.”

In fact, this immigrant group are apparently so enamoured with Vancouver that when Canada upped the net worth requirement for investor immigrants from $1.2 million to $1.6 million, as well as doubling the cost of the necessary investment bond from $400,000 to $800,000, he said it caused “barely a 50 METRO VANCOUVER NEW CONDO GUIDE FEB 22 - MAR 8, 2013

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stir.” The real problem, he suggested, was in Canada’s cumbersome immigration process. “Of the 48,000 people who were in the system last year to immigrate to B.C., only 26,000 arrived. This year there are approximately 46,000 people in the system — of which we hope to get 35,000.”

If those numbers become reality, it would take some 16,500 new homes to meet housing demand — a number that falls short of the predicted 14,000 to 15,000 that will be produced this, year meaning no slow down in construction is looming.

Changing Family Dynamics Changing demographics and homebuyers expectations will play an increasingly important role in defining the housing market of the coming year, according to Wesik. “Although the largest household formation group remains couples with children, for the first time ever there are more single-person households in Canada than households comprised of couples.”

Wesik also predicted a significant upswing in the number of families who will be raised in condos. “It used to be

that young people bought a condo and then moved into a larger, single-family home to raise their family. But that’s changing.

When Concord Pacific developed the old Expo site in downtown Vancouver, they put in a school which filled up immediately. Last summer, parents were sleeping outside the school overnight to make sure their children were enrolled.”

Size Counts The panel was unanimous that size does matter when it comes to urban living. “The average condo from 10 years ago was 1,000 sq. ft. — now it’s closer to 800,” Wesik said. “We’re being forced to think about space differently, and we’re getting used to the idea that a condominium isn’t a place where you simply take the furniture out of your parents’ house and hope it fits. Furniture has to be right-sized to work in smaller units.”

Podmore agreed. “As industry we used to gravitate toward producing larger, more expensive suites because there was a demand for them. Now we need to return to producing smaller, more affordable units.” And, he added, that once the standing inventory in False Creek’s Olympic Village neighbourhood is absorbed, the area will likely experience strong demand for more compact, affordable housing options.

Transit Rules Not surprisingly, all three speakers expect developments on or near transit corridors will retain their status as housing hot spots during 2013. “Transit is absolutely key,” Podmore noted.

One upcoming example McAllister indicated he’ll be watching closely is Wall Group’s 1,000-unit community at Boundary and Kingsway — a project that will ultimately be larger and more 5

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extensive than the Olympic Village (now renamed the Village at False Creek).

Carpe Diem McAllister, Podmore and Wesik appeared unanimous in the belief that 2013 will continue last years trend toward a more balanced, stable market. But they also expressed the need to adapt to a changing marketplace.

In closing, Podmore shared some words of wisdom he first heard from Vancouver maverick, Joe Segal — words that could apply to any and all successful businesses but seem particularly apropos in the dynamic, ever-changing fabric of Metro Vancouver’s housing market.

“Remember the past but don’t dwell on the past, live the present, seize opportunity, and look forward to the future.”

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RRSPs aren’t just for retirement anymore

here was a time when the only thing a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) was used for was saving for retirement. The advisor mantras, “Never touch this money” and “An RRSP is a long-term investment,” echoed through the pages of the popular press. And, for as long as RRSPs were just for retirement, investing the assets accumulated was a simple exercise in balancing your willingness to take some risk against the kind of return you expected to earn.

But RRSPs aren’t just for retirement anymore. The government allows you to use your RRSP as a savings plan for a down payment on a home. It allows you to use your RRSP to finance your ongoing education. And those who wish to raise a family or go on sabbatical have long employed the RRSP as an income-averaging tool. It’s even used as an emergency fund by those who have suddenly found themselves unemployed. It would be fair to say that the RRSP has become Canadians’ favourite savings account.

The problem with an RRSP being all things to all people is that its wider scope, its greater flexibility, its move from a hands-off-don’t-ever-touch-the-money retirement plan to a you-can-use-it-whenever-you-can-justify-it savings account, is that the process of identifying your investment strategy has become more complex.

Most people say they don’t have enough money to maximize their RRSP and set aside a non-registered emergency fund, which at least in part, explains the overlap between retirement savings and other types of savings that often takes place within an RRSP. One of the first questions you have to ask yourself when you’re trying to choose investments for your RRSP is, “When am I going to use this money?”

If you’re using a portion of your RRSP savings as your emergency fund, then you’ll need to keep that portion of the RRSP assets fairly liquid so you can get at the money if an emergency arises. And if you’re going to tap your RRSP within the next year or three to buy a home, that money isn’t destined for long-term investment; you’ve got a short- to medium-term investment horizon and must choose investments that suit.

So you’ll have to forgo equities in favour of a more conservative investment portfolio.

Since you don’t have the time to wait out the bumps in the road that are part of the equity-investment experience, you’ll have to settle for less return.

Being clear on how you plan to use your RRSP dollars is especially important when those dollars are being contributed to a spousal plan or the contributing spouse could find money withdrawn from that plan taxed in his or her hands. That’s because the rules for withdrawals from a spousal RRSP state

While the money in your RRSP is your money and you get to decide how to spend it, it’s important not to sacrifice your long-term goals for shortterm ones. that if money is taken from a spousal plan within three As you get closer to your objective calendar years of a contribution to any spousal RRSP, that for that plan your investment horizon money could be taxable in the hands of the original changes and so, too, should your asset contributor. And that of course would completely defeat the mix. If you’re planning to return to income-averaging strategy the couple had set out to use. school seven years down the road, Make spousal contributions by the end of the calendar year, you might remix your portfolio at as opposed to the first 60 days of the new year since spousal the five-year, three-year, and one-year contributions are measured on a calendar year basis. If you marks. delay your contribution until January, you’ll end up extending Finally, while the money in your the withdrawal period by another calendar year.

RRSP is your money and you get to If you’ve recently lost your job, you may be thinking decide how to spend it, it’s important of using your RRSP as a source of income while you search for not to sacrifice your long-term goals for another. That can be a good plan, particularly where you short-term ones. It’s easy to get focused received a severance that is eligible for rollover to an RRSP. on a single objective to the exclusion of Keep a portion of any severance you’ve rolled to your RRSP all others. But to be balanced, you need fairly liquid until your probation period (at a new job) is over. to take a look at what you want your Did you get laid off late in the year? Try to hold off taking savings to do for you long-term, as well withdrawals from your RRSP until the new year if you think as short- and medium-term. So, if you’re you may be in a lower tax bracket. saving for a home, instead of putting this Most advisors agree you should rollover as much of your year’s total RRSP contribution into your severance as you’re eligible to. For those people who have “Home Ownership RRSP,” consider more severance than rollover room, this would be the time to dividing it equally between home catch up all that carry-forward room. ownership and retirement. Yes, it will Perhaps the toughest part about using your RRSP for take a little longer to get into your dream myriad purposes is keeping track of which of your RRSP home. But when you do, you won’t be dollars are for what. Here, consolidation may work against you. behind the eight ball in terms of Instead, consider opening up a separate RRSP for each of your retirement planning. purposes and file your statements based on what you’re trying to accomplish. So all of those Bank of Montreal statements would go in your “Home Ownership RRSP,” while your TD Canada Trust statements would go to your “Retirement RRSP.” Separate accounts will not only help you stay focused on the purpose for which you are saving, it will allow you to keep your time horizon in perspective.

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oming soon to Coquitlam’s historic Maillardville neighbourhood, Hazel is a collection of just 34 condominium homes inspired by nature and designed with contemporary connectivity in mind. Of course, you could also say they’re stylish, sophisticated, and reflect the distinctly fun-loving attitude of the area’s French Canadian heritage.

Opportunity Knocks “Maillardville is such a charming community,” says sales manager Gopal Sahota. “It’s very pedestrian-friendly, there are schools and parks nearby, plus it’s filled with quaint stores and eateries like Woody’s or the new Town Hall Pub. You can still walk to IKEA or the shopping district on Austin, and it’s only minutes to either the freeway or Lougheed Hwy. — meaning you really can connect to everything.”

But what gets Gopal even more excited is the opportunity to be on the leading edge of Maillardville’s new evolution. “It’s not often you get the chance to purchase a brand new home in an area that’s about to boom again, but this is one of them. In five years, people who buy here now are going to be very happy they did.”

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Easy Living Hazel’s one-bedroom display suite has a comfortable, welcoming ambiance that’s at once sophisticated and casual.

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Flooring throughout the main living area is a countrystyle, light charcoal laminate — meaning easy care, great durability, and outstanding good looks. The living room has a photographic “view” across the Fraser River and just off the living room there’s a covered deck with plenty of space for a chaise longue, barbecue, and table for two.

In the bathroom there’s another visual treat — here the sky-blue, glass tile from the kitchen reappears as a whimsical shower and tub surround. Very fun, very funky, very different.

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Hazel offers floorplans ranging from one- to three-bedroom and will be located at 827 Roderick Ave. in Coquitlam.

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The Station Port Moody On the Street 2732 St. John On the Web aragon.ca Info 604.492.3338 Highlights Priority register now for these 106 condos and select townhomes located just a block from the Westcoast Express Port Moody Station. Savour spectacular views of the North Shore Mountains and the Burrard Inlet from your living room or balcony. Indulge your inner chef in your gourmet kitchen with GE Café stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. Sleek, contemporary interiors with hardwood flooring. Geothermal heating and cooling system. Sales anticipated to begin mid-April.

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Bohème Vancouver On the Street 1588 East Hastings On the Web bohemeliving.ca Info 604.569.3388 Highlights Introducing 102 contemporary, white brick residences to this popular and historic neighbourhood, Bohème features include generous private outdoor spaces, wide plank laminate flooring, quartzite counters, and easy-going, space-savvy floorplans.

Plus, you’re just steps to The Drive’s diverse shopping and eateries, seconds to bike routes connecting you to everywhere, including downtown Vancouver, and an easy stroll to a diverse array of cultural and recreational opportunities.

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Highlights Elegantly appointed and unabashedly upscale, these one- and two-bedroom homes are the final phase in this award-winning condominium community by Genex. Luxurious finishings include spacious sundecks, nine-ft. ceilings, heated bathroom floors and hardwood throughout main living areas. Kitchens are sophisticated gourmet with granite or quartz countertops, stainless steel Bosch appliances, and centre island with breakfast bar. Bonus feature: every home includes a built-in workstation that’s perfect for home office, homework, or simply getting organized. This phase will also see completion of Gemini’s spectacular courtyard gardens, fireside lounge/amenity centre, and guest suite.

Highlights New homes just released at Altitude in the award-winning UniverCity neighbourhood at SFU. Ideally situated near the top of the village, these two towers (one 12 storeys, the other 14) feature an extensive selection of floorplans and include plenty of upscale features: engineered hardwood flooring, rollerblind sun shades, top-of-the-line GE Café appliance package, and built-in work stations. Priced from just $299,900.

Promontory Victoria On the Street 80 Saghalie Rd. On the Web bosaproperties.com Info 250.382.2672 Tollfree 888.661.2672 Highlights Brought to you by Bosa Projects, Promontory is poised to become a new landmark in Victoria’s Inner Harbour. Boasting crisp architecture and 21 floors of tailored, luxury living, this tower will feature a combination of smart, efficient floorplans and refined exterior touches — like a breath of fresh air in the Victoria landscape. Be sure to priority register early. Anticipated completion is spring of 2014.

Tell Us Your News Got a new development, opening, or other news you’d like us to feature in Condo Market Watch? Drop us a note at susan@suntrackercafe.com, and we’ll do our best to get it in the next edition.

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ctivity is happening at River Park Place in Richmond’s dynamic, new Oval Village neighbourhood. A pedestrian-friendly, riverfront community and Intracorp’s first project launch since its wildly successful MC2 in Vancouver, River Park Place offers contemporary condominiums that define urban living and add a significant architectural landmark to the neighbourhood.

Want even more cause for celebration? How about River Park Place’s just announced New Luxury Contest. “From March 16th until April 6th, we’re giving away a total of more than $60,000 in daily prizes, plus you’ll have a chance to win our grand prize — a 2013 Range Rover Evoque,” explains director of sales Barrett Sprowson. “And all you have to do is register — it’s just that easy.”

Lifestyle Choice Ideally located at the entrance to the Oval Village shopping district, River Park Place’s Phase 1 Tower will be 15 storeys of sophisticated condominium homes boasting spectacular views and the above-and-beyond finishings you’ve come to expect from this Vancouver-based developer.

And while neighbourhood amenities are going to be plentiful, it’s River Park Place’s onsite offerings Barrett says he’s particularly excited about. How’s this for a

start: yoga mezzanine, private banquet hall that’s perfect for dinner parties and larger family gatherings, complete fitness centre, media room, indoor basketball and badminton court, and even a music rehearsal room. Plus there’s the Rooftop Palace Courtyard with tai chi pavilion, secured children’s play area and community garden plots. “In other words, everything you could want in a spectacular location,” Barrett says.

Exceptional Neighbourhood Get set for an active, connected lifestyle when you choose River Park Place as your home. Being steps from the ever-popular riverside trail that takes you directly to the Canada Line or Steveston’s charming boutiques and boardwalk means evening strolls and early morning power walking just got a whole lot easier. The state-of-theart Richmond Oval fitness centre is just around the corner and a new T&T Supermarket is barely a five-minute walk.

Of course, you could also choose to simply pop by Tramonto at the River Rock for dinner and a show. The choices are diverse — just the way you live your life.

Register Early River Park Place’s initial tower will be located on the northeast corner of Gilbert and the new River Rd. extension in Richmond. One-bedroom homes start from $299,900, two-bedroom homes start from $385,900, and 85 homes are priced under $350,000. For more information visit riverparkplaceliving.ca or call 604.282.7838. Be sure to register so you’re entered in the New Luxury Contest. feb 22 - mar 8, 2013 metro vancouver new Condo Guide 77

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Hot Topic

The ideal community:

Factors and features to consider your choice involves more than the home itself. Often, homebuyers are so wrapped up in the home that they forget the importance of the surrounding community. Do you dream of a smaller community that is unique and charming? Or are you willing to sacrifice peace and quiet to be closer to big-city amenities and other conveniences?

Start by making a list of the desired lifestyle factors that are most important to you and your family.

Consider location, proximity to work and schools, activities and local attractions in the community.

“There are many factors involved in selecting the right community in which to buy your home,” says Sandra Webb, a senior executive at Royal LePage Canada. “Deciding what’s important to you and your family is the first step in finding your ideal match.”

Knowing your requirements will help narrow your home search and save time. What are the most important amenities for you? Do you want to be close to parks and forests, or restaurants and shops? What types of activities are you and your family likely to be involved with? The answers to these questions will help you determine what type of neighbourhood or community is best for you and help you locate the perfect home.

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Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart

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homebuyers’ help

Calculate your mortgage payments interest rate

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Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo 01 Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

02 Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your condo.

03 Take the total price of the condo and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment.

This is the money you will have to borrow.

04 Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

05 Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000.

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06 Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.

07 If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo.

Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate.

If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.

Mortgage payment calculation chart

%

amortization periods

Interest Rates

10 years

15 years

20 years

25 years

3.00%

9.65

6.90

5.54

4.73

3.25%

9.76

7.02

5.66

4.86

3.50%

9.88

7.14

5.79

4.99

3.75%

9.99

7.26

5.91

5.13

4.00%

10.11

7.38

6.04

5.26

4.25%

10.23

7.50

6.17

5.40

4.50%

10.34

7.63

6.30

5.53

4.75%

10.46

7.75

6.44

5.67

5.00%

10.58

7.88

6.57

5.82

5.25%

10.70

8.01

6.74

5.96

5.50%

10.82

8.14

6.85

6.10

5.75%

10.94

8.27

6.98

6.25

6.00%

11.07

8.40

7.12

6.40

6.25%

11.19

8.53

7.26

6.55

6.50%

11.31

8.66

7.41

6.70

6.75%

11.43

8.80

7.55

6.85

7.00%

11.56

8.93

7.69

7.00

7.25%

11.68

9.07

7.84

7.16

7.50%

11.81

9.21

7.99

7.32

7.75%

11.94

9.34

8.14

7.47

8.00%

12.06

9.48

8.28

7.63

8.25%

12.19

9.62

8.44

7.79

8.50%

12.32

9.76

8.59

7.95

8.75%

12.45

9.90

8.74

8.12

9.00%

12.58

10.05

8.86

8.28

9.25%

12.71

10.19

9.05

8.45

9.50%

12.84

10.33

9.20

8.62

9.75%

12.97

10.48

9.36

8.78

10.00%

13.10

10.63

9.52

8.95

10.25%

13.24

10.77

9.68

9.12

10.50%

13.37

10.92

9.84

9.29

10.75%

13.50

11.06

10.00

9.46

11.00%

13.64

11.22

10.16

9.63

11.25%

13.77

11.36

10.32

9.80

11.50%

13.91

11.52

10.49

9.97

11.75%

14.04

11.66

10.65

10.15

12.00%

14.18

11.82

10.81

10.32

12.25%

14.32

11.97

10.98

10.49

12.50%

14.46

12.13

11.15

10.67

12.75%

14.59

12.28

11.31

10.85

This table shows the monthly payment of principal and interest for each $1,000 of mortgage. Example: The monthly principal and interest payment for a $125,000 mortgage with a 25-year amortization period at 5% is as follows: ($125,000 รท 1,000) X 5.82 = $727.50 feb 22 - mar 8, 2013 metro vancouver new Condo Guide 91

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Abacus Uptown Brooklyn Lift Mahogany at Mill Lake Waterleaf

LR LR LR HR LR

604.854.1201 604.746.3496 604.557.1047 604.746.1551 604.850.3694

Call From $169,900 From $98,600 Call From $179,900

604.453.5893 604.456.8883 604.291.9130 604.299.3443 778.331.0348 604.288.7394 604.320.3386 liveatburnabyheights.com 604.435.9477 604.435.9477 604.435.8866 604.871.4256 liveatburnabyheights.com 604.889.7008 604.431.6033 604.320.3386 604.437.0100 604.294.4995 604.525.8496 604.435.8866 604.298.8800 604.438.1113 604.218.3338 604.294.3339 veniceliving.ca 604.970.9606

Call From Mid $200’s From $352,800 Call From $209,900 Coming Soon Call Coming Soon Call From $439,900 From $495,900 From $335,900 Coming Soon From $293,900 Call From $449,900 From $239,900 Call Call From Low $300’s From $249,900 Call From $249,900 Call Coming Soon From $259,900

LR SF/LR/TH LR

1.888.419.7425 604.824.5062 1.800.830.7175

From $125,900 Call From $184,900

HR HR LR/TH MR HR LR

604.472.1123 604.931.0302 604.939.8808 604.472.0009 604.552.7744 604.936.2012

Call From Low $200’s From $249,900 Call Coming Soon From $339,900 incl. all tax

BUrnaBY

Affinity Altitude Aviara Firma Highland House Kabana Lift Madison Metro One Metro Two Metroplace Moda Montage North Parc OakTerra Origin Panacasa Perspectives Reflections Silver Solo District Station Square Trio Vantage Venice Vibe

HR HR HR LR MR LR LR/TH LR LR LR HR HR LR LR LR LR LR/TH HR HR HR HR HR LR HR LR LR

cHiLLiWacK / SardiS

Ameera Garrison Crossing La Cason coQUitLaM

1123 Westwood Austin Bloom Cascade Celadon Easton

Penthouse (PH)

Real Estate Sales & Marketing From the ground up

Live Work (LW)

city Home (cH)

Emerson Evergreen Grand Central 1 Grand Central 2 Hazel MTwo MThree Maya Mackin Park Oasis Tamarack

tYPe

c o n ta c t

Price

LR HR HR HR LR HR HR LR LR HR LR

604.936.9300 604.942.2672 604.618.8980 604.936.1888 778.829.1500 604-472-9555 604.472.9555 604.288.9888 604.939.8874 604.464.2701 604.552.3003

Call From $267,900 From $419,900 From $309,900 From $220,500 incl. HST Call Call From Mid $200’s From $199,900 Call From $279,900

LR

604.940.5533

From $324,900

LR LR

778.565.3879 604.590.8003

Call From $199,900

LR LR LR LR TH/LR LR LR LR LR LR

604.882.8857 604.530.7011 604.534.6000 604.533.7718 604.568.3385 604.510.6500 604.635.0643 604.514.1530 604.539.2200 yorksoncreek.com

From $137,500 From $194,900 From $188,900 From $159,900 net HST incl.

Coming Soon Call Call From $224,900 From $149,900 From $179,900

LR LR LR LR LR

604.463.0588 edgeonedge.com 604.477.1500 604.467.8884 604.506.5840

From $139,900 Coming Soon Call Coming Soon Call

HR LR HR HR LR HR LR HR

604.377.9630 604.694.1188 604.523.0733 ledmac.com/dominion 604.520.9890 604.524.8080 604.523.0733 604.519.9188

Call Coming Soon Call From $299,900 From $218,900 new HST incl.

From $224,900 Call Call

Ladner

Canu nortH deLta

Atria Luxor LanGLeY

Athenry Gate Bearing Pointe Cornerstone Elements Focus Murray’s Walk Serenade Suede Varsity Yorkson Creek MaPLe ridGe

223 North Edge on Edge Falcon Centre Parc Vue Urban Green neW WeStMinSter

258 on Sixth Brewery District Carlyle at Victoria Hill Dominion Duo at Port Royal Elliot St Grove, The Marinus @ Plaza 88 High rise (Hr)

Mid rise (Mr)

Low rise (Lr)

Loft (Lo)

Representing the best in New Home Sales across the Lower Mainland from Townhomes to Condos.

Homes starting in the $150’s

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HST

ST incl.

ST incl.

The listings included on the following pages are meant to offer a comprehensive overview of those new home developments currently being marketed throughout Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Pricing is subject to change; you should contact the specific development for current details or special promotions. To report any changes or corrections to this information, please contact our office at 604.519.6080, fax 604.519.6088, or email homes@wall2wallmedia.com P r o j e c t T Y P E

Northbank Parkside Red Boat at Port Royal Regatta at Port Royal Shift Viceroy

HR HR DP LR LR LR

c o n ta c t

PricE

P r o j e c t T Y P E

604.523.0081 604.523.0733 604.520.9890 604.520.9890 778.397.2283 604.522.2583

From $261,900 Call From $457,900 From $390,900 From Low $200’s From $321,900

15 West HR 604.980.9949 221 East 3rd LR 700 Marine Drive LR/LW 604.984.0700 Atrium at the Pier MR/TH 604.983.9065 Capstone MR 604.929.8870 Destiny 2 at Raven Woods LR 604.929.1915 Drive, The LR 604.986.8138 Gateway on Marine LR 604.889.4551 Kimpton, The LR 604.988.3020 Landing, The MR 604.983.9065 Local on Lonsdale hr/LR/th 604.998.0219 Maplewood North LR 604.727.1594 Orizon LR 604.638.6240 Pinnacle Residences at the Pier MR 604.983.9065 Prescott, The HR 604.969.3333 Remix LR 604.924.8885 Versatile Building, The LR 604.924.5595

Call Coming Soon From $299,000 Call From $324,900 From $289,900 Call Call From $359,900 Call From $309,900 From $378,900 From $299,900 Call From Mid $200’s Call From Low $300’s

NORTH VANCOUVER

PITT MEADOWS

Cedar Downs Solaris at Meadows Gate Liv42

LR HR LR

PORT COQUITLAM Avanti LR Burleigh Walk LR Carmandy LR Residences on Shaughnessy, The LR Shaughnessy, The HR South Verde LR Valorie on the Park LR

778.846.3200 604.460.8998 604.460.6601

Call Call From $134,900

604.468.2707 604.464.5856 604.435.9477 604.468.0010 604.468.8252 604.468.8252 604.464.4764

Call From low $199,900 From $209,900 From $199,900 Call Call From $175,000

PORT MOODY

Residences, The

HR

604.552.0552

Call

RICHMOND

Alexandra Gate Altis Bravo

LR LR HR

604.274.7326 604-231-0588 778-297-6222 Penthouse (PH)

Call From $298,800 From $298,800 Live Work (LW)

City Home (CH)

Camber Carrera Centro Concord Gardens Emerald Gardens, The Mandarin Mayfair Place Monet Nova Omega Opal at Richmond Centre Ora Parc Riviera Pier, The Remy Riva River Park Place Quintet River Green River Inlet Saffron Southpointe Cove

c o n ta c t

LR/HR HR HR/TH HR HR/TH LR MR LR HR HR LR HR HR LR/TH LR LR LR HR HR MR/TH MR/TH LR LR

Call Coming Soon From $389,900 From $236,800 From $288,000 From $239,800 From $299,900 From $324,900 From $288,900 From $299,900 From $279,900 From $464,900 Call From the $200’s Call From $211,900 Call From $299,900 Call Call Call Call Call

1.888.385.3295

From $199,900

TH/LR TH LR

1.877.344.5566 604.898.2232 1.888.852.7575

From $239,000 Coming Soon Call

HR LR LR LR LR HR LR LR LR LR LR LR LR LR

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coming soon From $170’s Call Coming Soon From $169,900 From $186,900 From $118,800 Call From $179,900 From $235,900 Call From $194,900 From $264,900 From $249,900 incl. Net HST

SUNSHINE COAST

Viewpoint Residences

LR

SQUAMISH / WHISTLER

Aqua Elaho University Heights SURREY

3 Civic Plaza Ascend Atria Balance Brookland, The Citypoint Connect Edge Emerald Heights Ethical Gardens G3 Residences Latis Latitude Lumina High Rise (HR)

Mid Rise (MR)

Low Rise (LR)

PricE

604.276.0677 604-871-4123 604.270.8305 604.233.7748 604.244.8333 604.271.3331 604.233.1687 604.278.5809 604.233.7748 604.278.8883 604.233.7748 604.303.7575 604.278.8838 604.231.5900 604.274.7326 604.279.8866 604.278.8838 riverparkplaceliving.ca 604.247.8885 604.233.2633 604.233.2633 604.270.2482 604.821.1333

Loft (LO)

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c o n ta c t

Mirra LR 604.575.9009 Monterosso LR 604.596.8828 Park Avenue HR 604.233.7748 Park Central LR 604.817.5852 Park Place HR 604.583.9866 Quattro LR 604.581.8000 Ultra at West Village TH/HR 604.588.6999 Verve LR 604.588.3783 Wave, The HR 604.951.9283 CLOVERDALE Latis LR 604.575.0669 Salix LR 604.530.0054 Waterstone LR 604.530.5399

PricE

P r o j e c t T Y P E

Call From $249,900 Coming Soon From $289,900 From $182,900 From $199,900 From $186,900 From $160’s Call

From $194,900 From $229,900 From $219,900

VANCOUVER & AREA DOWNTOWN

999 Seymour Alexandra Central Erickson Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates Jameson House Keefer Keefer Block Laguna Living Shangri.La Maddox Mark, The Modern One Pacific Ritz, The Rolston, The Sapphire, The Three Harbour Green

MR HR HR HR HR HR LR LR HR HR HR HR HR HR HR HR HR TH/HR

604.879.9996 604.899.8800 604.687.4353 604.899.8880 604.781.4303 604.339.0707 604.408.2580 604.682.8813 604.682.5300 604.605.8833 604-669-8200 604.687.4353 amacon.com 604.899.8800 604.876.9222 604.688.8927 604.876.9222 604.683.3388

Call From $839,900 Call From $2,499,000 Call Call From $1,600,900 From $249,900 From $900,000 Call $389,900 Call From $300’s Coming Soon From $829,900 Call From $699,900 Call

EAST SIDE

2nd & Commercial LR 604.800.8862 From $269,900 Alba LR 604.251.2522 From $327,000 Block One HR 604.682.8801 Call Bohème LR 604.569.3388 From $227,900 Charm LR 604.330.8838 From $266,900 Cedar 54 LR 604.325.0192 Call Evan MR 604.872.0331 From $269,900 Local LR 604.688.5527 From $349,900 Main Street LR 604.877.1116 Coming Soon Majestic On Main LR 604.638.9222 From $339,900 Sesame LR 604.253.8888 From $259,900 Shine MR 604.261.3936 Coming Soon Skyway HR 604.436.1100 Call Uptown LR 604.899.8800 From $276,800 Wall Centre Central Park HR 604.874.9232 From $349,000 WEST SIDE 700 West 8th HR 604.714.2213 From $819,900 5555 Dunbar LR 604.568.7551 Call Penthouse (PH)

Live Work (LW)

City Home (CH)

6 & Fir HR Academy HR Arbutus Ridge MR Bayswater LR Cambie & 7th HR/TH Collection 45 LR Elizabeth LR Exchange LR MR James Kits360 LR Lido HR Maynards Block, The LR MC2 HR Meccanica HR Opsal HR Pinnacle Living Broadway MR Pinnacle Living False Creek MR Prelude MR Radius

Riley, The LR Sail LR Sixth and Willow Sydney HR The Village on False Creek HR Westerly, The LR Yu MR

c o n ta c t

604.899.8858 604.228.8895 604.738.0001 604.739.8880 604.568.5060 604.569.1555 604.877.1722 604.716.0483 604.675.1000 604.737.0360 604.872.2672 604.893.8378 604.638.9998 604.876.8819 604.876.7332 604.739.2080 604.874.8368 604.616.7008 ledmac.com/radius 604.616.7008 604.221.8878 sixthandwillow.com 604.733.6688 604.733.2010 604.558.3399 604.827.3488

PricE

From $449,900 From $498,000 Call Call Call Call Call Call From $424,900 From $299,900 From $458,900 From $262,900 From $259,000 From $324,900 Call From $429,900 From $369,900 Call Coming Soon From $384,000 Call Coming Soon From $469,900 Call From $300,000’s From $452,400

tsawwassen

Solei Terrace Tsawwassen Springs

LR SF/LR

604.644.2099 604.948.HOME

Call Call

604.922.0330 604.836.7355

Call From $490,000

604.531.6659 604.531.9030 604.535.9655 604.908.2352 604.536.1663 604.535.1451 778.545.8737 604.542.8700 604.582.1336 604-538-8028 604.538.3237

Coming Soon From $339,900 From $229,900 Coming Soon Call From $259,000 Call From $637,900 From $279,900 From $339,000 Call

WEST VANCOUVER

Evelyn Galleries on the Bay

LR LR

WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREY

Adagio Avra Edgewater Europa Gemini Headwaters Heights, The Miramar Morgan Crossing Royce Sausalito High Rise (HR)

Mid Rise (MR)

LR HR LR LR LR LR LR HR LR LR LR Low Rise (LR)

Loft (LO)

New homes available throughout

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HOMES FROM

Maddox

QUICK FACTS

Maddox is Cressey’s latest high rise development in Downtown Vancouver located at Drake Street between Granville and Howe. Rising 32 storeys, Maddox offers one to two bedroom plus den homes including parking from just $389,900.

With construction underway and estimated to complete late 2013, Maddox has a downtown address, unmatched features and a developer who has established their name on superior design, quality construction and over 40 years of experience. Rise above the ordinary and experience the true beauty of Maddox.

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Visit the Presentation Centre on Continental, behind the Best Western Hotel at 718 Drake Street Open Daily 12 – 5 pm (except Friday) or call 604-669-8200

The famous CresseyKitchen™ includes Armony cabinets, integrated appliances, stone countertops and backsplash, and much more

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Amazing water, city and mountain views

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Energy efficient heating and cooling

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Steps from the seawall

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Maddox Rooftop Social Lounge with media centre, kitchen, patio and outdoor children’s play area

Maddox is poised to become an architectural landmark at the centre of Downtown South

Starting from $389,900 www.maddoxdowntown.com This is not an offering for sale. Such an offering can only be made after filing a disclosure statement E.&O.E. Prices subject to change without notice. Sales and Marketing by MAC Marketing Solutions.

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Meccanica Have the best of both worlds at Meccanica, where high design meets vibrant Village life in South East False Creek. One and two bedroom condos feature European-inspired quartz countertops and premium AEG appliances integrated into highgloss lacquer cabinetry for that sleek look. Plus, Meccanica has upsized all the things that matter.

Ceilings here are over 9 feet high, statement doors are oversized, closets are giant, and the cleverly designed CresseyKitchen™ is roomy enough to showcase your larger-than-life hosting skills.

Showroom Open Daily 12 – 5 pm (except Friday) 104 East 1st Avenue, Vancouver or call 604-876-8819

QUICK FACTS Meccanica offers the best homes in South East False Creek. Come down to the neighbourhood and walk through our showsuites to experience the Meccanica difference. You have to see it to believe it. n

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Voted BEST CONDO DEVELOPMENT 2012 Georgia Straight Best of Vancouver awards Famous CresseyKitchen™ with spacious walk-through design, sleek integrated cabinetry and ample storage Extras that matter: Gym + Rooftop Deck + Dining Hall + Demonstration Kitchen Air conditioning and energy efficient heating Village life awaits you: Urban Fare, London Drugs, Tap & Barrel Pub, Terra Breads and Legacy Liquor Store are all steps away

Starting from $329,900 www.meccanicabycressey.com

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MThree

QUICK FACTS

Coquitlam’s Tallest Tower is coming soon!

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Introducing MThree by Cressey, the third and final tower in the celebrated Metropolitan Residences in Coquitlam Town Centre. With the Evergreen Line already under construction, MThree is located in the heart of exciting change and is set to become the definitive community in Coquitlam’s transformation. Soaring 48 levels high, MThree is topped by The Summit Club, over 9,000 square feet of recreation, relaxation and panoramic views.

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Each home is designed around the famous CresseyKitchen™, including integrated European appliances, and ample storage space

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Wide plank laminate flooring throughout the home

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Every master bedroom fits a king-size bed

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Fully-appointed Games Room

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State-of-the-art workout equipment

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Entertain your friends in style in the Lounge

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Coming Soon!

Register now at: www.LiveatMThree.com Phone: 604-472-9555

48 levels high, MThree is Coquitlam’s tallest tower

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Practice a musical instrument alone or play along with friends in the Music Room Relax in peace and serenity in the Garden Atrium

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Arbutus Ridge

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A natural elevation in Vancouver’s Westside, close to major routes in and out of town and alongside Vancouver’s quietest and most prestigious neighbourhoods is Arbutus Ridge.

The homes at Arbutus Ridge feature the amazing CresseyKitchenTM including Wolf and Sub Zero appliances, spacious and efficient layouts and ample in-suite storage – all to make your life at home that much easier.

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Central Westside location surrounded by amazing neighbourhoods such as Shaughnessy, Kerrisdale and Kitsilano The famous CresseyKitchenTM includes integrated appliances, stone countertops, marble backsplash and more Spa-inspired bathrooms with raised vessel sinks, floating woodgrain cabinetry, marble countertop and flooring with marble accent walls Spacious, well-designed homes with incredible in-suite and private balconies

1 to 2 Bedroom + Den homes from 623 sq.ft. to 1419 sq.ft.

Coming Soon!

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