BC New Condo Guide - Nov 27, 2015

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22 Decorating a Small Space

Live Riverside

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FREMONT EMERALD

Live, work, play

Tricks to make your condo festive, not fussy

by Lisa Rogers

59 Buyer Profile

neighbourhood profile

Why Simon thought Voda is worth the wait in False Creek

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by Susan M Boyce

Richmond’s not-sohidden gem awaits you

by Michelle Hopkins

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Experience the lifestyle

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Seat everyone for the holidays!

by Stephanie MacDonald

Oversized outdoor spaces perfect for entertaining & expansive window walls to maximize natural light.

Integrated smart storage solutions including hidden kickplate drawers, pullout spice racks & under sink organizers.

Thoughtful features such as built-in USB outlets, in-shower mood lighting & 3-sided mirrored medicine cabinets.

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Jacqueline Hill EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

Moe Lalani SENIOR SALES MANAGER, WESTERN CANADA

Edwin Rizarri EDITOR

Stephanie MacDonald ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Wayne Karl Elisa Krovblit DESIGN EDITOR

Yanic Simard STAFF WRITER

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How to organize on a budget

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Money Matters

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Budgeting for the holidays

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The weather is getting colder and wetter, the days are getting darker, and all you feel like doing is curling up on the sofa with a hot drink to plan your holiday festivities. Who can blame you?

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MORE AM A ZING HOMES. SAME FUNDAMENTAL VALUES.

We sold out towers BRENTWOOD ONE & TWO! Now we’re bringing you BRENTWOOD THREE which will continue giving homeowners unprecedented value in these 8 AMAZING WAYS:

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Property Profile | SHAPE LIVING

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Burnaby Builder

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IT’S OFFICIAL. The Amazing Brentwood is

a runaway success in Burnaby. Located on 28 acres at the northeast corner of Lougheed and Willingdon, The Amazing Brentwood ONE and TWO are sold out — that’s more than 850 homes sold in less than a year.

Now this momentum continues with the release of Brentwood THREE — the same fundamental values and 526 new homes. Reaction has been as strong as ever — in the first week alone, eager homebuyers snapped up over half these residences.

Dan Wilson, executive vice president of Shape Living, credits this unprecedented level of buyer interest in part to The Amazing Brentwood’s value.

“Once buyers experience The Amazing Brentwood, they realize it’s not just the master-planned community itself that’s going to revolutionize the area — it’s also going to revitalize the whole Burnaby neighbourhood,” he says.

“Over $1.3 billion dollars will be invested to create this master-planned community — meaning homeowners will have onsite access to more than 250 shops, restaurants, and services right at their doorstep. There’s also a fully integrated SkyTrain station so you can be downtown in 15 minutes without ever having the hassle of traffic or finding parking. Buyers tell us they love this level of walkability and connectivity.”

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Unbelievable Amenities When it comes to relaxation, The Amazing Brentwood is a cut above as well — 18,000 square feet of outdoor amenities plus an additional 8,400 square feet of indoor amenities. That’s over 26,000 square feet of recreational opportunity that’s part of the lifestyle.

Here are a few hints: indoor and outdoor dining rooms, chef’s kitchen for large-scale entertaining, outdoor suntanning lounge, kids’ play area, fitness facility, yoga studio, and two guest suites for visitors. Okay, you get the point — there’s a whole lot of ways to keep you entertained, fit, and social when you call The Amazing Brentwood home.

Intelligent Design Inside, Shape Living has incorporated a wide range of intelligent details to make life more enjoyable. “Kitchens are 22-lineal feet with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry for 40 per cent more storage than you’d traditionally find,” Wilson explains. Other thoughtful bonuses include integrated USB plugs and sideby-side washer/dryer in every home.

Then there’s the private outdoor spaces. “Every home has a generously sized balcony and every corner home has a full wrap-around balcony with inspiring views in every direction,” Wilson says.

“When you combine the high caliber of a Shape Living home with the world class amenities of this master-planned

community, The Amazing Brentwood offers the best home value in Canada.”

And here’s a final piece of great news.

The Amazing Brentwood THREE now offers a third, brand new colour scheme — but to find out more you’re going to have to check it out for yourself.

The Amazing Brentwood THREE’s spectacular 15,000-square-foot presentation centre and three new showhomes are open noon to 5 p.m. daily at 4567 Lougheed Hwy (Brentwood Mall). Prices start at $319,900. For more information and to be amazed, visit theamazingbrentwood.com or call 604.563.8386.

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Advice | INSPIRATION

Achieve maximum holiday decor in a small space

By Lisa Rogers THE HOLIDAYS ARE such a special time of year, and one of my favourite ways to get in the spirit is by decorating my townhome. Some people may think that because they live in a condo or townhome that it’s difficult to find the space – or storage – to do so, but that’s not the case. Here are some tips on how to bring the holidays to your home with maximum impact no matter how small your space.

Let there be light Lights bring a casual, unadorned quality to a space that is very charming. To add an instant burst of charm, run twinkle lights along a mantle or around a door or window frame. Most lights are LED now and come in warm or cool tones.

Some are very small but give off a lot of light because they’re densely packed on a strand. To up the ‘wow’ factor, wrap these around a chandelier.

Condo-sized trees Whether you prefer real or artificial, trees come in a range of sizes. Where and how you wish to place them will define the size you need. Place a group of tabletop trees on a long rectangular table or mantle or place one single tree on a round coffee table. The tree becomes the centrepiece and you can easily move it around your home.

Artificial trees are great for storage.

Many have bendable arms to create the shape you want and when the season is over you can pack them away easily.

Ornaments To create a fun festive mood, fill a large

“To create a fun festive mood, fill a large bowl with a mixture of brightly coloured round ornaments.” bowl with a mixture of brightly coloured round ornaments. This looks great as a centrepiece for your dining room table or coffee table. The number of ornaments in one bowl creates impact.

I love hanging ornaments from strings or ribbons at different lengths from a chandelier; and let’s not forget about stockings on the fireplace.

The front door is the first space to make a statement no matter how large or small your home. Create the holiday

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atmosphere by hanging a wreath, mistletoe or homemade decorations.

Real greenery Incorporating real greenery into your decor is so simple and charming. Put pine branches in a vase with water and leave them as is or add a few pinecones.

Nothing says the holidays like the smell of pine. Laurels in real cedar or pine are lovely when draped over a mantle, around a door frame or along a staircase.

Here’s to creating a beautiful space in your home this holiday season!

Lisa Rogers is the exclusive interior designer for Dunpar Homes. Lisa has shared her style and design expertise on popular television programs, such as Canadian Living TV, House & Home TV and The Shopping Channel.

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Property Profile | QUANTUM PROPERTIES

Orchid Live Riverside Location

Port Coquitlam Builder

Quantum Properties Development

Orchid Home Type

Condominiums Sales Centre

2495 Wilson Avenue Contact

orchidcondos.com 604.866.4206

YOU’VE WATCHED, YOU’VE WAITED,

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and on November 28th your patience is about to be rewarded. Why? Because that’s the day Orchid opens its brand new, onsite presentation centre and display suite. And if the idea of living next to Port Coquitlam’s Traboulay Trail and the Coquitlam River appeals to you, you’re going to want to check out these condominium residences.

“At last, buyers will be able to walk through an actual home so they can truly feel how these suites will live and experience the river or courtyard views,” says Karen Gallant, sales manager. “Plus, with 13 different floorplans, Orchid has something to offer everyone from first time homeowners to downsizers who want to stay in the neighbourhood where they’ve lived while they raised their own families.”

urban finishes in two colour palettes — white-on-white or shades-of-grey, a combination that’s at once tranquil yet warm. Buyers can also choose between three cabinet styles — high-gloss white panel and Shaker-style maple veneer in rich grey-brown or cocoa brown. And no matter which you choose, your home will include wide-plank vinyl flooring and quartz counters.

And here’s more good news. For a limited time only, Orchid’s Grand Opening Bonus means you could receive a $5,000 decorating bonus — that’s a whole lot of decorating and accessories you could use to make your new space your own.

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Inside, Orchid offers sophisticated,

Orchid’s onsite amenities, too, will

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be impressive — three workout areas, infrared sauna, theatre room, business centre, pet washing station, and a bike workshop in addition to secure bike storage. There’s even a guest suite for when family comes calling — because you know people will want to see your new digs.

Orchid offers a broad selection of oneand two bedroom homes priced from $199,900. Grand re-launch takes place at noon on November 28th at 2495 Wilson Avenue in Port Coquitlam. Check out goodies from the onsite food truck and be sure to enter for your chance to win a FitBit. After the 28th, Orchid will be open Saturday/Sunday noon to 6 p.m. For more information, visit orchidcondos.com or call 604.866.4206.

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The Quantum Properties Group of Companies includes Quantum Realty and Quantum Properties Construction.

Marketed by Quantum Realty Inc. and Trevor Street PREC, Keller Williams Elite Realty. 778.846.9096. Managed by the Quantum Properties Group of Companies.

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Advice | CONDO SENSE

Trudeau Addresses Affordability New prime minister promises changes to Canada’s Home Buyer’s Plan

By Cameron McNeill OUR NEWLY-ELECTED Liberal

Government and Prime Minister Trudeau ran on a platform to address many important issues in Canada.

One of these was the affordability of housing for Canadians. In response to this issue, Trudeau has promised to provide a new approach to the Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP): “We will modernize the existing Home Buyer’s Plan to allow Canadians impacted by sudden and significant life changes to buy a house without tax penalty.” 1 Currently, the HPB allows you — as a first-time home buyer2 — to withdraw up to $25,000 tax free from your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) to use as a down payment. Our new Prime Minister plans to modernize the HBP by relaxing the rules under which people can pull money out of RRSPs to use as a down payment on a home. Trudeau’s more comprehensive approach will allow a wider range of homebuyers to withdraw from their RRSPs. Under the new plan, homebuyers in any of the following circumstances would be eligible: » » » »

Having to move or transfer for work; Following the death of a spouse; Following a marital split; When taking in an elderly relative.

“This will ease the burden on Canadians facing job relocation, the

death of a spouse, marital breakdown, or a decision to accommodate and elderly family member” 3 Canadian mortgage brokers have weighed in on the revamped HBP and feel as though any ability to access funds that will assist a purchaser in increasing the amount they can put down on a home offers a great advantage. From real estate professionals and bankers to potential homebuyers, everyone agrees that this is a positive change for Canada’s real estate industry. There has yet to be an update on when the new

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regulations will be implemented but in a market that is increasingly unaffordable any regulations to help make it easier is a welcome change.

FOOTNOTES: 1,3 liberal.ca/realchange/affordable-housing/ 2 The Canada Revenue Agency considers you a first-time home buyer if, in the four year period, you did not live in a home that you or your current spouse or common-law partner owned. Search “Home Buyers’ Plan” on cra-arc. gc.ca/ for more details.

Cameron McNeill is the owner of MAC Marketing Solutions, one of B.C.’s and Alberta’s leading real estate sales and marketing firms. Email him at cm@macmarketingsolutions.com or follow him on Twitter @mac_marketing

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Property Profile | MOSAIC HOMES

Location

Port Coquitlam Builder

MOSAIC Homes Development

FREMONT EMERALD Home Type

Condominiums Sales Centre

2332 Ranger Lane

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Contact

mosaichomes.com 604.552.0319

FREMONT EMERALD Live, Work, Play.

THIS IS IT. Your final opportunity to

purchase a brand new, riverfront condominium residence in one of Metro Vancouver’s most sought after communities. Introducing FREMONT EMERALD, a dazzling collection of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments coming soon to MOSAIC Homes’ master planned FREMONT neighbourhood in Port Coquitlam.

“We really have saved the best for last,” says MOSAIC’s head of marketing, Geoff Duyker. “FREMONT EMERALD will be located along the northern edge of the property, so you’re going to have amazing views of the Golden Ears, Pitt River, and surrounding agricultural land.”

Even better, he adds that with many homeowners already happily moved into earlier phases, there’s a vibrant, dynamic sense of community building.

People wave as they pass neighbours

walking their dogs. Families and friends are often seen cycling or taking a leisurely stroll along the Traboulay Trail that runs along the riverside on the property’s eastern edge.

Chillin’ Out Then there’s the freestanding Riverclub — 12,500 square feet of lavishly appointed recreational and entertainment amenities. Think way beyond a gym and lounge — The Riverclub is truly becoming the social heart of FREMONT. Here’s where you’ll find an entertainment kitchen, billiards area, gymnasium with basketball court, kid’s playroom as well as an outdoor harvest table and barbeque adjacent to a resort-style, outdoor swimming pool. Oh and yes, you will find a fully equipped gym and inviting fireside lounge as well.

Luxurious Living Continuing the tradition of excellence that began at FREMONT GREEN, these new homes will be designed with such above-and-beyond features as 10-foot ceilings, massive decks or balconies, and intelligently designed, open-plan living.

“We’re also responding to the increasing demand for larger homes with more three-bedroom plans of 1,300 square feet or more,” Geoff says.

FREMONT EMERALD is now taking priority registration with sales anticipated to begin early January 2016. For more information visit the FREMONT Home Store, open noon to 6 p.m. daily at 2332 Ranger Lane in Port Coquitlam. You can also register online at mosaichomes.com or call 604.552.0319.

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Neighbourhood Profile | STEVESTON

Home on the water Steveston’s many charms attract young and old

By Michelle Hopkins BACK IN 1900, Steveston was a Wild

West town - a hotspot for iniquity, housing brothels, opium dens and gambling rooms catering primarily to the thousands of fishermen. Although it’s not what it used to be, Steveston is still home to Canada’s largest commercial fishing fleet, with more than 600 vessels.

Certainly a lot has changed since the gamblers, brothels and opium dens called this place home. The tides of change have even whipped through Steveston since I moved here more than a dozen years ago. Today, visitors flock here for Canada’s biggest birthday bash, the Steveston Salmon Festival, stroll the 34 YPNEXTHOME.CA

boardwalk of the busiest fishing port in the world to purchase the catch of day, or to pick up some of Steveston’s trademark fish ‘n’ chips, at Pajo’s at The Wharf or Dave’s Fish ‘n’ Chips on Moncton Street.

Steveston blends the best of urban sophistication with rural charm. It is a mixed bag of small independent shops, trendy restaurants, bistros and coffee shops, all within about eight square blocks. The main drags, besides No. 1 Road, include Moncton and Bayview and several side streets as well.

With its waterfront location, proximity to good elementary and high schools,

kilometers of dyke trails, plus amenities such as a library, community centre with children’s waterpark and Steveston Judo Club, sports fields and parks, Steveston attracts young and old.

Hollywood has also discovered our village. If you are a fan of ABC’s hit television series, Once Upon a Time, you might just recognize The Steveston Cannery Café. Once an old bunk house for cannery workers in the late 19th century, it now stars as Granny’s Diner on the hit ABC television show. And during filming, the Steveston Post Office and Visitor’s Centre transforms into the Storybrooke Post Office and the

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Steveston Coffee Company changes it’s signage to Storybrooke Coffee Co. You might even be lucky enough to spot some of the show’s big stars like Ginnifer Goodwin (Snow White) and Robert Carlyle (Rumpelstiltskin).

This historic village still retains a good portion of its history. Although most of the original buildings were destroyed in the fire of 1918, there are many left standing. The Steveston Museum used to be Steveston’s first bank in the 1890’s.

Now it’s a museum, functioning post office and tourism centre. Located inside another of the surviving buildings, a red, brick structure on Moncton and 2nd Avenue, are two local gift shops: Pieces and Nikaido Gifts.

Whenever I’m on the quest for distinctive gifts, I shop regularly at Pieces Giftware, which is a treasure trove for home décor. Proprietor David Gordon has an eye for choosing unique, creative, vintage and rustic pieces of furniture.

My favourite garden and gift store is Prickly Pear Garden Centre. Owners and fellow Stevestonites Brian Gilmore and Patti Maskall source out an amazing collection of wares and have stocked the store with hard-to-find and unusual items, as well as gifts that keep on blooming.

For vintage finds, I’ve unearthed two newer boutiques - Lenny’s Vintage Vault and The Fab Pad. Housed in two heritage buildings on Moncton Street, they are separated by a beautifully

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Many independent businesses thrive in this welcoming community.

restored courtyard. The Vintage Vault specializes in clothing, purses, hats, accessories, and antique collectibles, while the Fab Pad offers restored mid century vintage furniture and decor.

The different eras featured - primarily 1930s-1960s for the Vintage Vault, and 1950s to 1970s for the Fab Pad – compliment each other perfectly.

When it comes to fashion, we have it here as well: for fashion-forward footwear, bags and clothing by some top designer labels, head over to Stepin’ Out Shoes & Accessories Boutique. When I’m looking for that “dress” I go to Violet Hill Clothing (think stylish and feminine), or Bon Retour Consignment Clothing for fabulous “gently-used” designer clothes and accessories.

For culinary adventures there are more than 50 dining options to choose from. The Steveston Seafood House is a landmark fine dining restaurant that serves up succulent Oceanwise seafood; the Blue Canoe Waterfront Restaurant on the pier will remind you of a classic Hampton-style seaport cottage and its mouth-watering seafood make for a great dining experience; and for really good and well-priced Greek fare head over to Kisamos.

Other food-lovers attractions include the landmark Steveston Bakery, a popular stop for many Vancouver cyclists; Heringers Olde Fashioned Quality Meats, a deli featuring an amazing selection of meats, artisan cheeses, pasta, condiments, homemade dips and much more; Tapenade Bistro, a Mediterraneaninfluenced restaurant famous for its homemade gnocchi and fish dishes; and Papi’s Market, which serves Italian pastas, sauces and more.

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Village living at its best Single-family contemporary homes, townhomes and condos co-exist alongside charming character residences.

The village has witnessed exploding growth in high-density condos, apartments and townhomes that lure young, urban, professional couples.

Described as “Richmond’s Kitsilano”, homes in Steveston are half the price.

With sweeping views of the Fraser River, the Gulf Islands and Shady Island, many people are attracted to life here — one that at times seems caught between its rich, sometimes bawdy past and its ever-evolving present.

Waterfront condos and apartments along Andrews Road start at around $250,000, while a typical twobedroom and den townhome in the heart of Steveston Village starts at just under $600,000.

Steveston is still buzzing with construction. One of the newest is Oris’ The Pier at London Landing. The Pier’s smallest homes start from $389,900, with a larger, two-bedroom priced from $499,900. For those looking for a grandeur home with private two-car garage and rooftop deck, look to spend $759,900 and up.

Another new development underway at the foot of No. 2 Road is Cape Construction’s Harbour Walk, which will include a collection of penthouses, condominiums and city homes. These start in the high $300,000s for a onebedroom and den.

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creates innovative pizzas such as his lobster, smoked black Alaskan Cod, BC smoked steelhead salmon, creme fraiche and Russian caviar for a cool $450. Or if you prefer a more reasonable priced but equally delicious pizza, may I suggest the “Margarite Two” for $20? Then head to Garry Point Park for a leisurely picnic. Bring a blanket and watch the boats sail by, or take in the multitude of kites flying high.

Meanwhile, nothing tastes better than ice cream or frozen yogurt from Timothy’s Frozen Yogurt at Steveston Landing on those sweltering summer nights.

If anyone is an ambassador for our village it’s certainly Jacinta Meehan.

Having lived here since 1987, she has witnessed the village morph from a sleeping fishing village into: “into a groovy, happening urban Mecca which is dog, bike and kid friendly.”

“It is truly is one of those rare places where everyone knows each other. It reminds my parents of the village they grew up in in Ireland,” she adds.

Meehan’s favourite haunts include The Sweet Spots for patisseries, cakes and cookies; D Original Sausage Haus ND

for homemade sausages, and for unique blends of tea it’s Nikaido Tea. Biking is a favourite pastime for local Stevestonites. Last summer, I was in the market for a cruiser bike and headed to Village Bikes. The owner, Brett Martyniuk, is a third generation Stevestonite. His parents used to own the Cannery Row Cafe back when village was still a bit of a Sleepy Hollow town. If you want to spend the day cycling through the village or along the waterfront, you can rent bikes for $10/hour or $30 for the day.

Brett’s father, Ray Martyniuk, has also seen many changes over the last five decades.

The proprietor of Steveston Water Taxi says probably the most significant change is the waterfront development.

“About 30 years ago, nobody really wanted to live in Steveston because of the smell from BC Packers canneries, especially during the herring season,” he recalls. “In the beginning of the nineties, the plant shut down (after nearly 100 years of operation).” The closing of the canneries began a boom in residential development that continues to this day.

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but keep your eye on adera.com and polyhomes. com for two new apartment residences coming next year to the Wesbrook neighbourhood on the UBC campus. We’ll provide more details as soon as we get them too.

new releases and grand openings TEMPO

Portage in Aragon’s Port Royal master-planned community.

previews and registration THE CREEK By: Concert Properties City: Vancouver Intersection: Quebec Street and Terminal Avenue Voda, The Creek’s initial tower sold out within months. Don’t miss out if you want to be part of this master planned neighbourhood in Southeast False Creek. Second tower scheduled to commence sales from the newly renovated presentation centre in January 2016.

Info: 604.681.8282 www.thecreekbyconcert.com

ELGIN HOUSE By: Polygon City: South Surrey Intersection: 32nd Avenue and 152nd Street Number of storeys: Low-rise The newest release at Polygon’s Harvard Gardens

master planned community, Elgin House will offer one- and two-bedroom apartment homes featuring contemporary East Coast style.

Presentation center under construction, so register now for early access.

Info: 604.541.8092 www.polyhomes.com

FREMONT EMERALD By: MOSAIC Homs City: Port Coquitlam Intersection: 2332 Ranger Lane Number of storeys: Low-rise Final offering of apartment residences at this riverside, master planned community is now accepting priority registration. Ten-foot ceilings, massive decks/balconies, floorplans ranging from one- to three-bedroom plus a great location adjacent to the Traboulay.

Info: 604.552.0319 www.mosaichomes.com

TWO UBC TEASERS Info arrived from Wesbrook Village just before press time, so we weren’t able to get more info,

By: Amacon City: Richmond Intersection: Lansdowne and Alderbridge Number of storeys: Midrise Brand new presentation centre and display home are now open directly opposite the site where construction on these three towers is underway.

Excellent proximity to the best of Richmond’s ever-growing amenities.

Info: 604.276.8885 www.amacon.com/tempo

PORTAGE By: Aragon Starting price: $299,900 City: New Westminster Number of storeys: Low-rise The just released West Building is now selling move-in ready apartment and loft-style homes in Queensborough’s popular Port Royal master planned community. Features include reclaimed brick feature walls, 20-foot ceilings, and built-in espresso machines.

Info: 778.398.1344 www.aragon.ca/portage

Tell us your news Got a new development, opening, or other news you’d like us to feature in Condo Market Watch? Drop me a note at condomarketwatch@ypnexthome.ca, and we’ll do our best to get you in the next edition.

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THE AREA’S MOST POPULAR COMMUNITY IS NOW SELLING ITS FINAL PHASE The Ridge is the area’s most popular community with Phase One and Two already fully sold out and completed. Only 4 homes in the Third Phase remain, and now we have a great selection to choose from in our Fourth and Final Phase.

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NOW SELLING Homes from $ 189,900

A HOME THAT MAKES SENSE 1 BED – 2 BED + DEN CONDOS Everything about Muse is just right – from the location and timing to the quality, variety of floor plans, and exceptional value. The mid-rise building is centrally located in North Delta, an area that is being revitalized with a vibrant mix of new residential and commercial development. Suites are spacious and beautifully finished, with stunning city and mountain views. Fitness and social amenities complete the Muse lifestyle, and there’s retail convenience at your doorstep. It’s everything you wanted, and an opportunity you can’t afford to miss.

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Call or visit to ask us about our limited time promotion.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Willoughby Town Centre is the first and only pedestrian friendly mixed-use community in Langley. Living here means you will enjoy the convenience of having all of your daily essentials at your doorstep. Dine, shop, and socialize without having to get in your car or take transit.

Homes at Kensington are move-in ready. Stop by for a tour. We think you will be impressed with the spacious layouts and quality designer finishings included with every home.

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PRESENTATION CENTRE Open Saturday - Wednesday Noon to 5pm 20728 Willoughby Town Centre Drive, Buzz 213

Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. In order to receive the incentive a registration card must be filled out in full.

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STRATA FEES INCLUDED FOR 12 MONTHS (Limited Time Offer) A dazzling collection of 51 condominium homes designed by award winning Creekside Architects. Located in the delightful Fleetwood “Village” neighborhood… a vibrant, pedestrian friendly community with everything at your doorstep, excellent schools, proximity to great shopping, restaurants, major transportation routes and recreational facilities galore.

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$284,900

INC. NET GST

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ONLY 4 REMAIN!

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• The grandest CresseyKitchen™ ever, complete with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances

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YOU DON’T HAVE TO GO FAR TO SAVE BIG. Homes at River District are $150,000+ less than new homes at Marine and Cambie—and it’s just a nine-minute drive away!

MARINE AND CAMBIE

Even better, River District is a rare complete neighbourhood built on the last piece of Vancouver’s waterfront. It has everything you need to live well, including CLUB CENTRAL, a private fitness and aquatic centre, 25 acres of outdoor green space, and a public plaza with a grocery store, restaurant, cafés and shops.

What’s nine minutes worth to you?

2 bedroom homes at Town Centre: STARTING FROM

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This is not an offering for sale. One can only be made by way of a disclosure statement. E.&O.E.

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Advice | ORGANIZATION

Cost-effective organizing

By Hellen Buttigieg PRICES KEEP GOING up and up,

so when you’re cutting costs, why not cut clutter at the same time? You don’t need to spend your hard-earned money on expensive storage solutions. Chances are, you may have the thrifty answers in your home already!

Use what you have.

Before rushing out to buy bins and baskets, look around your home for things you can repurpose: » Egg cartons or ice cube trays can be used to organize earring sets, cufflinks or hair accessories. » Empty plastic baby wipes containers can be used to store crayons and markers, first aid supplies or sewing supplies, and they stack easily on a shelf. » Empty baby food jars can be used to keep touch-up paint, spare buttons, or screws and nails.

Corral coin clutter.

Do you have loose change in every part of your home, from your junk drawer to the kitchen counter? Grab a clear jar and label it “fun funds.” Now you have a designated place to deposit those coins, both reducing clutter and creating a little nest egg. Once the jar is full, treat yourself to a small indulgence and then begin again. You might even want to create individual fun-fund jars for each family member to encourage saving while keeping coin clutter at bay.

Zip-lock bags – the cost-effective cure-all for clutter.

Plastic bags that zip shut are for more than just keeping sandwiches fresh.

Use the large ones to store shoes when traveling so that they don’t soil your clothing. Use the small ones to organize the contents of your drawers by storing like with like. Place elastic

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bands in one bag, cotton swabs in another. Items remain sorted, clean and dust-free. Bonus: no need to label because you can see the contents clearly.

Go on a non-shopping spree.

If you can’t seem to go to the store without bringing something home, even if you don’t need the item, perhaps it’s time to take a break from shopping. For the next three months, go on a consumer diet; challenge yourself to buy only the necessities.

Not only will you be saving money, but excess things won’t be accumulating, and you may actually find you feel better in your space.

Hellen Buttigieg is a certified professional organizer, life coach, TV host, owner of We Organize U and author of the best-seller, Organizing Outside The Box. For tips on getting organized, visit WeOrganizeU.com and sign up for the free newsletter.

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Buyer Profile

Simon at Voda Family Tradition

By Susan M Boyce

FOR SIMON, IT WAS A totally natural

Walkable Proximity

progression to purchase a Concert Properties home. His dad had owned a suite in one of Concert’s first Yaletown residential towers, and after living there for almost eight years, Simon was intimately familiar with the quality and attention to detail that are integral to this developer’s business philosophy.

Patiently, he kept his eye on the large property just southeast of Science World. For a number of years, it was nothing more than a “Coming Soon” sign, but he made sure his name was on the priority registration list and was one of the first to arrive at the presentation centre when Voda, the first tower at The Creek, began sales.

“I love the fact that The Creek will be its own community — five buildings not just one,” Simon says. “And the proximity to the Seawall is a real plus. I can walk everywhere — including Granville Island and downtown. You really are right in the center of everything.”

“I can walk everywhere — including Granville Island and downtown.”

Home with a View Simon says that from the beginning he was “80 percent sure” he was going to purchase at Voda, but he does add price was still a consideration. When he did the math on a two-bedroom with view across False Creek, all the numbers worked.

Sales staff professionalism was the final piece of the equation making Voda a winner. “Everyone was so helpful and willing to go the extra mile. One of the people at the presentation center was there when my dad bought his condo at Oscar, and she still remembered him.”

Simon shakes his head and grins. “You’ve got to admit that’s pretty amazing.

“I’ve lived near here for a long time, so I’ve watched the Olympic Village change from an empty, uninviting space with nobody there into the urbanized, energetic neighbourhood it is today,” Simon says. “There’s a great vibe here now, and in two to three years when I move in, it will have gotten even better.”

Voda is now sold out, but you can get more information on upcoming phases of The Creek by registering at thecreekbyconcert.com.

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THIS IS NOT AN OFFERING FOR SALE. ANY SUCH OFFERING MAY ONLY BE MADE WITH A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT E.&O.E. PRICES AND PROMOTIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. SOME CONDITIONS APPLY.

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Advice | INVESTOR INSIGHTS

3 mistakes to avoid when investing with friends and family

By Andrew la Fleur

IF YOU’RE THINKING ABOUT investing in

a property with family or a friend, there are certain benefits that can make it an attractive way to build your real estate portfolio. Most obviously, investing with a partner allows you greater buying power and lowers your personal risk exposure.

However, there are potential pitfalls too, and some mistakes that I see investors making time and time again.

Here are the top-three mistakes to avoid when investing in real estate with friends or family.

1. Not having your goals aligned The biggest mistake I see investors making is that they don’t agree on their goals up front. Figuring out why you are both investing and what you hope to get out of it is essential to long-term success and avoiding conflict.

When you know what you are trying to achieve, it also makes the property selection process easier.The more specific you are with your goal setting, the better, as it will eliminate all but a very small number of potential properties you will even look at investing in. You need to sit down, talk about, and agree upon what your exact goals are before you start evaluating specific property alternatives.

Get aligned on goals first. One way to frame the conversation with your partner around goals is to both finish this sentence: “I know our real estate investment will be successful when…”

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2. Not having decided upon an ownership structure When buying a property with another person, there are different forms of ownership that you can utilize, the most basic question being, do you incorporate or buy in your personal names? There may be other factors to consider including how your financing will work on the property. Seek out professional advice from your lawyer and accountant on the best ownership structure that is right for you.

3. Not having your exit strategy planned Always talk about your exit strategy alternatives with your investment partner before you buy a property. It may seem strange to talk about how you sell a property before you even buy it, but this step is essential for a successful partnership.

You must agree on how, when and under what circumstances you will sell the property. And perhaps the most important question to ask and agree upon: What happens if one partner wants to get out of the investment but the other does not?

Can you figure out a way to structure a method for one partner to ‘buy out’ the other that is fair and equitable to both parties?

Andrew la Fleur is an award-winning realtor with Re/Max. Andrew’s expertise is in helping investors make money in the Canadian condo market. Visit TrueCondos.com/NewCondoGuide for a free gift. Contact Andrew at 416.371.2333 or andrew@truecondos.com

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Expanding furniture in your dining room can make entertaining easy

By Stephanie MacDonald JUST BECAUSE YOU don’t have a formal dining room (and let’s face it, why would you devote 200 square feet of living space to a room you use six times a year?) doesn’t mean you can’t have a festive holiday or celebratory dinner that Martha Stewart would approve of.

With ingenious extending tables and chic stackable or folding chairs, you can go from everyday living to stylish entertaining and then back again before Martha could even say “It’s a good thing.”

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Budgeting for holiday shopping

By Gail Vaz-Oxlade

THE HOLIDAYS ARE JUST around the

corner and only the most savvy of us have everything under control. That’s one of the problems with our very busy lives… there’s just no time. But if you want to have a happy holiday that doesn’t leave you holding your aching head when the bills roll in come January, you have to start planning early. The longer you wait, the more you’re prone to give in to stress, make impulse purchases, blow your budget or even buy a lame gift.

Look at your holiday spending as you would any other big-ticket item. While you’re splitting the cost among a variety of expenses, the bottom line is still the same – you’re spending a lot of money in a short period of time.

In the best of all worlds, you would have started saving for your holiday spending in January. Yup, you would have made it a budget item and set aside $10, $50, $150 a month so when the season rolled ‘round, you’d be ready. After all, it’s way easier to set aside $100 a month than to come up with $1,200 all at once.

This is how I do it, and come August I start keeping my eyes open for “deals” on things I know my friends and family will love.

Failing that, start here, with Gail’s holiday spending plan » Write down the amount you want to spend in each category of holiday expenses. Gifts are only the beginning – don’t forget to account for travel costs, postage and shipping, decorating, greeting cards, entertainment and photos.

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» List the people you plan to shop for under the gift category, then divide up your budget accordingly. Limit your budget to what you can afford right now and avoid a financial hangover in the New Year. If you spend $500 on a credit card at 18 per cent interest, and pay the minimum each month, it’ll take you seven years – and cost $365 in interest – to pay it off. Consider setting a dollar limit on gifts or drawing names among extended family, roommates or co-workers.

A dash of planning and a dab of creativity can also help you keep your entertainment costs under control

» Co-host a party with a pal or sibling, and share the cost. » Make sure you set a dollar limit for your soirée. And list the items, ingredients and décor you’ll need and how much each will cost. » Remember, that the best gifts don’t have to cost money. If you’re financially challenged this year, offer up your time babysitting, cooking meals, house cleaning, massaging, sewing, knitting, transporting, or whatever else you’re good at. Clip a picture of the service you’ll provide and be clear on how often, as in “I’ll babysit one weekend a month from February to June.” Or better yet, make your own coupon book.

» Invite guests to bring something to share at a potluck dinner. » Serve brunch, throw a finger-food party or host a wine and cheese tasting instead of a full-blown turkey dinner.

There now, you don’t have to worry about starting the New Year with a financial hangover.

Happy holidays!

Gail Vaz-Oxlade is the host of Til Debt Do Us Part and author of Debt Free Forever and blogs daily at gailvazoxlade.com

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OKAY, FULL DISCLOSURE: I’m a fan of

Steveston. The great cycling and walking trails along the Fraser River, the unique art galleries and boutiques, the many get-my-taste-buds-tingling restaurants including some of the best fish’n’chips to be found anywhere in the Lower Mainland, and the sheer diversity of year round festivals — I love them all.

So you can bet I’m excited when Sean Lawson, project marketer, tells me there’s a new homeownership opportunity coming to this Richmond ’hood. Located in the London Landing neighbourhood, Harbour Walk is an intimate collection of homes that give a modern twist to the area’s industrial heritage. Hint: think post-and-beam architecture with metal accents, glass awnings, and the beauty of genuine cedar soffits.

The building will be designed with a breezeway leading to an interior courtyard with teak furniture, outdoor fire pit, bubbling water feature, and a sense of lush privacy. “It’s going to create a wonderful sense of arrival,” Sean explains, adding that Harbour Walk’s lobby will include a fireside lounge and dramatic window walls that appear to merge the lobby and exterior courtyard.

The Collections “Harbour Walk will offer three distinctive home styles, so whether you’re a first time buyer, a growing family looking for more space, or a downsizer looking for the lock’n’go lifestyle, this is an amazing opportunity to own a home in Steveston,” Sean says.

Harbour Walk’s Condominium Collection is already turning heads among people ready to make the step from tenant to homeowner or savvy investors looking to purchase in this sought-after community. “We have one-bedrooms from $289,800 and two-bedrooms from $398,800, so these homes are a very affordable option,” Sean notes. “And you still get all the upscale features like nine-foot ceilings, soft-close drawers, high-end appliances, and generous balconies that today’s buyers expect.”

Then there’s the Penthouse collection, a limited offering of suites featuring expansive floorplans with thoughtful details like wide-plank wood flooring, radiant in-floor heating in ensuites, contemporary fireplaces, as well as generous sky decks perfect for

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entertaining — which is definitely where you’d find me in almost any weather.

Finally, Harbour Walk’s City Home Collection of two-level residences priced from $568,800 will offer the space, privacy, and large, ground-level patios and yards that make them the perfect move-up home for families with kids or downsizers who might include a four-legged friend or two as family members.

Plus every home will include features like, charging stations for electronic gadgets and gizmos, solar window shades, gas hook-up for barbecue or patio heaters, full-height linen and wardrobe closets with solid shelves and hanging rods, and front-loading, large capacity washer/dryer. Plenty of visitor parking and secure bicycle storage too.

Community Evolution “As a destination, Steveston is such a popular spot, and Harbour Walk is perfectly positioned,” Sean says.

“You’re just steps, literally, from a new waterfront park and public pier. You’ll be able to cross the street and cycle for miles or put your kayak or paddleboard in the water for an afternoon on the river. There’s a marina less than a block away, and you’re less than a 10-minute walk to Garry Point Park or Steveston Village Centre.”

And here’s an insider tip. You’re also just round the corner from the Diplomat Bakery — some of the best lattés and bakery treats going. Which reminds me, it’s lunch time. See you there.

The Harbour Walk presentation centre is open noon to 4 p.m. daily at 12235 No. 1 Road in the heart of Steveston Village where you can see the colour schemes, unit orientation, and pricing.

For more information, you can also visit harbourwalkcollection.com or call 604.274.7326.

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