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contents

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ON THE COVER

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special features 10 Editor’s Note 28 The Grove

Beautiful parkhomes in Clayton Heights

by Susan M. Boyce

G3 MOVE-IN READY IN GUILDFORD! Janine Mackie

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

FLASHBACK ON THE YEAR THAT WAS 2014

FLOOR FASHION: THE MAGIC CARPET GUIDE

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PRESIDENT, WALL2WALL MEDIA

Jacqueline Hill

28 feature 18 The Year in Review

in the news 22 UDI AWARDS

The UDI Awards of Excellence celebrates BC builders and developers

24 REBGV

November sales were up over last year and above 10-year average

by Susan M Boyce

by Henry Choo Chong

Dave Bird 604.319.7102 Brenda Everitt 604.319.7103

Is the lowest rate always the best?

SALES COORDINATORS

Justin Salvador

by Alyssa Richard

56 Gift Guide 2014

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Bala Gnanapandithan

Only the best for your loved ones!

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

Viosa Barileva

by Sara Duck

PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Hannah Yarkony

homebuyers’ help

CONTRIBUTING EDITORIAL WRITERS

Susan M Boyce Janine Mackie

16 On the Horizon

Checking out what’s hot and new in the Lower Mainland’s residential marketplace and beyond

by Susan M Boyce

Published By

64 Listing Directory

Complete listings of more than 250 new-home developments throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland

by Yanic Simard

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38 Industry Insider

Moving on financially from a divorce

by Jorge and Alissa Aragon

42 Inside Mortgages 4 important tips when buying into a strata

by Kris Grasty

Lydia McNutt

MEDIA CONSULTANTS

54 Mortgage Advice

Get cozy, stylish floors with this Magic Carpet Guide

40 Mind Over Mortgage

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Yanic Simard

Taking a long-term view

30 Style File

by David Hirsh

Stephanie MacDonald

DESIGN EDITOR

52 Taxing Issues

26 Designer Q&A

Charity begns at home, so start with your own ‘hood

SENIOR SALES MANAGER, WESTERN CANADA

EDITORS

Ryan Donnelly from Epic Homes on why single-family living isn’t out of reach

columns

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Josh Heppner

Megan Pike

46 10 Minutes With...

Outlook

Alison Victoria describes what makes her tick

DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL

ART DIRECTOR

36 CMHC Housing

The Canadian market as a whole is on target with building rates and incomes

Susan Legge

Edwin Rizarri

2014 was an even better year for real estate than anyone anticipated

by Susan M Boyce

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A new year, a new condo

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hose planning a new condo purchase in the coming year will be pleasantly surprised by the exceptional value and attention to detail buying new has to offer. When you buy brand new, you don’t inherit somebody else’s worn carpeting, personal taste in kitchen appliances or paint colour preferences. You get a fresh, clean space that’s waiting for your personal imprint.

Here are some tips to help make the purchasing process a pleasant one: ›› Shop the mortgage market to see what you can afford before you start your hunt. ›› Find a lawyer to review your offer and help you close the deal.

›› Don’t be persuaded by high-pressure sales tactics while shopping. ›› Determine which options and upgrades you want as part of your offer and ensure your lender will finance what’s required.

Factors like the cost of the home, neighbourhood and extra features play a big role in your final decision. Consider your purchase from every angle to ensure you’re making a smart move that you can live with for years to come.

A new year represents a fresh start, so kick it off right and make a new condo part of your plan in 2015!

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Wall2Wall Media Susan.Legge@wall2wallmedia.com Follow me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

Happy Holidays, and Hello 2015!

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STEPHANIE MACDONALD EDITOR Wall2Wall Media

nd another year goes by, and we’ve got lots to be grateful for and lots to look forward to in the coming year ahead!

As we hunker down for the winter and the holidays we really get to appreciate the important things around us, like our friends and family, our neighbourhoods and our beautiful environment. We can also see the things we do not appreciate — maybe it’s having no room to entertain, or a certain very long commute, or the need for another bedroom or many things that could be remedied by a new home.

If you’re bummed by your drive to

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work, you might want to look closer to the city, if you crave space and nature, go farther afield, but the good news is that Metro Vancouver has a robust and varied housing market that has options for everyone.

Now’s the time to start looking, as interest rates are still low and there’s never been more choices available for all price ranges and lifestyles.

In this issue we’ve got a great feature on the year that was, and please pick up our next issue on January 9th for insightful predictions from the experts about the year ahead.

Happy holidays and happy home hunting from all of us at Wall2Wall!

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//COVER STORY

G3 Residences

MOVE-IN READY AND ALL-INCLUSIVE FOR ONE FULL YEAR! » by JANINE MACKIE How would you like a brand new condo for Christmas? Even better, how would you like an all-inclusive experience with strata fees, GST and property and transfer taxes covered on the purchase of your new condo?

“Every home is move-in ready and we can get buyers settled in as early as two weeks – just in time for Christmas dinner,” says Margaret Bird, Sales Manager at G3 – a modern community of West Coast condominiums at 154 St. and 105 Ave. in Surrey’s vibrant Guildford neighbourhood.

GREAT PRICE POINT FROM $159,900

Response to the “We’ve Got You Covered” promotion has been outstanding with both first-time buyers and local residents choosing to invest in one of G3’s completed four and five-storey buildings – Premiere, Encore or Finale. Available homes start at just $159,900 for a studio, $204,900 for a one bedroom and from $219,900 for a two bedroom – all include parking and storage too.

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“People love that they don’t have to do the math,” adds Bird. “It’s especially great for someone buying their first home because the money left in their pocket can be used to buy some furniture and decorate.”

THREE SHOW SUITES OPEN DAILY

With three furnished show homes, each with remarkable nine-foot ceilings and spacious outdoor patios, there is much decor inspiration to be acquired whether tastes are contemporary or traditional. Laminate hardwood flooring is featured throughout living areas, imported porcelain tile in kitchen, entry and bathrooms and cozy carpeting in all bedrooms.

Kitchens are a showcase of style and convenience with stainless steel appliances

by Whirlpool, quartz countertops and an eating bar, soft-close cabinetry with brushed nickel hardware and modern pendant lights.

Soaker tubs are standard in each bathroom, as is front-loading washer and dryers and on-trend Kohler fixtures. “Views of Mount Seymour, Grouse and Mount Baker can even be enjoyed from some homes”, says Bird as she opens the blinds.

Completing the all-inclusive experience is the G3 clubhouse which includes a fitness facility, guest suite and 2,650 square foot residents’ lounge finished with a catering kitchen, fireplace, dining area and pool table.

“For a limited time, property taxes, maintenance fees, PTT and GST are all included in the price,” — Margaret Bird, sales manager.

TAKE A SPLASH AT GUILDFORD’S NEW AQUATIC CENTRE

From trendsetters to active families, the Guildford neighbourhood offers a friendly urban vibe with amenities all within walking distance. Satisfy the urge for retail therapy at the recently renovated Guildford Town Centre shopping mall, and right across the street is the new Aquatic Centre with an Olympic-size pool and water slides.

For commuters, the SkyTrain is easily accessible via rapid transit and a trip over the Port Mann Bridge to Vancouver takes just 35 minutes. The new Mayor’s Council has the vision to bring light rail transit to 104 Ave. as early as next spring, adds Bird, a corridor connecting Guildford with Surrey City Centre and the SkyTrain.

“Location is vital,” says Bird. “G3 is accessible yet ideally situated in a quiet neighborhood blocks from Green Timbers Park, top elementary and secondary schools, and SFU’s Surrey campus.”

Make your Christmas wish come true at G3. Good life, great homes, the convenience of Guildford and the generosity of owning with all costs covered.

Visit G3 at 15388 – 105 Ave., open daily (except Fridays) from 12 to 5 p.m.

Learn more at G3living.ca or call 604.588.8238.

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//ON THE HORIZON

on the horizon Checking Out What’s Hot and New in the Lower Mainland’s Residential Marketplace and Beyond » by SUSAN M BOYCE

Nelson Peak

MAPLE RIDGE SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES Continuing the Portrait Homes tradition of exceptional homes in outstanding locations, Nelson Peak will bring new single-family residences to the award-winning community of Silver Ridge. Nestled amid the natural grandeur of its forested setting, Silver Ridge is known for its engaging community ambiance, proximity to outdoor living and recreation, as well as easy access to the ever more extensive amenities of downtown Maple Ridge.

For more information and to priority register for more information as it’s released, visit portraithomes.ca.

Parkgate

NORTH VANCOUVER TOWNHOMES Tell us YOUR NEWS Got a new development you’d like us to feature in On the Horizon?

Drop me a note at onthehorizon@ wall2wallmedia.com, and we’ll do our best to get you in the next edition.

Registration is now open for this collection of 16 luxury residences located at the foot of Mount Seymour and only a few minutes drive to the Second Narrows Bridge or Deep Cove. Get your name on the list early as homeownership opportunities are limited at this boutique community. Great opportunity to be part of the outdoor-oriented lifestyle that’s made the North Shore a hit with buyers of all ages.

For more information as it’s released and priority registration now, visit texorhomes.com.

Choklit Park Terraces

VANCOUVER TOWNHOMES Named after the park at Spruce and 7th Avenue in Fairview, these city homes will feature spectacular views of False Creek and the downtown skyline. This prime Fairview Slopes location also means you’ll be living 16 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | DEC 12, 2014 - JAN 9, 2015

on the site of a much-loved Vancouver landmark — the original Purdy’s Chocolate Factory that made chocolates here from 1949-1982 before moving to Kingsway. Amazing access to downtown Vancouver, Cambie Village, Olympic Village and Broadway/City Hall Canada Line Stations as well as Granville Island, the Seawall and the galleries of South Granville. Concrete construction and private elevator access to the underground parkade.

For more information as it’s released, register online at cmbay.ca.

Summit Residences

CHILLIWACK SINGLE-FAMILY Just launched, Summit Residences’ new Skyview floor plan brings a new level of elegance to this popular Chilliwack neighbourhood. Designed specifically with active family living in mind, the plan features three bedrooms up plus a main floor den and unfinished basement with room for a fourth bedroom and generous recreation/ media room. Incredible views, incredible customization opportunities, and incredible prices starting at just $450,000. All this and you’re just steps, literally, from some of the Fraser Valley’s best hiking and other outdoor recreation.

Showhome located at 47150 MacFarlane Place. For more information visit summitresidences.ca or call 604.824.6473.

Verada

RICHMOND TOWNHOMES Located at 7651 Turnill Street in Richmond, this collection of 23 three-bedroom townhomes puts you just a short distance from shopping, parks, transit and schools at all levels including Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Open floor plans and a family-friendly neighbourhoods.

For more information visit ampri.ca or call 604.725.1250.

//YEAR IN REVIEW

Loden Green is of the very rare opportunities to own a new townhome in North Vancouver.

Year in Review HIGHLIGHTS OF 2014’S NEW HOME MARKET » by SUSAN M BOYCE The biggest surprise for most people looking back over 2014 was just how well the Lower Mainland housing sector performed. According to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver, sales to the end of September showed a whopping 17 per cent increase over the fi rst three quarters of 2013, while Urban Analytics reported a 39 per cent increase in year-to-date sale in the multi-family sector making the year just coming to a close the most active since 2010. CMHC’s senior market analyst Robyn Adamache is among the many industry experts who anticipate fi nal sales figures for 2014 will be the highest since 2009.

An interesting note on pricing: 2014 saw a penthouse condo at the Fairmont Pacific Rim in downtown Vancouver sell for a significantly higher price than the highest recorded single-family sale: a record breaking $25 million for the condo versus $18.6 million for the house.

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MOVING EAST

As buyers become more willing to trade longer commute time for extra living space and affordability, 2014 saw the ‘burbs continuing to attract a diverse range of buyers who took note that during the fi rst nine months of the year, the average MLS price of a detached home in the Fraser Valley was just under $638,000 — slightly more than half that found in Vancouver where the average was $1.2 million. And according to research by Urban Analytics, the townhome sector of the Fraser Valley market experienced a 60 per cent increase during the fi rst three quarters of the year when compared to 2013 figures and standing inventory has been reduced by nearly 20 per cent.

TOWNHOMES TRUMP

Townhouses continued to gain strength in the market according to Tracie McTavish, president of Rennie Marketing who notes

Sophisticated, contemporary styling at Jacobsen in South Surrey.

this housing format replicates the experience of single-family living — front door, garage, yard — while still being a green alternative. Finding developable land for new single-family product, McTavish notes, is the toughest challenge especially within the City of Vancouver.

Helping fi ll this demand, smaller infi ll townhouses projects — often 10 units or less — have begun popping up but it’s still a challenge. “There is a massive need for good, ground-oriented densification — not everyone wants to live up the Valley in order to own something other than a condo,” acknowledges Michael Ferreira, managing principal of Urban Analytics.

“Listraor is a great example how this could work,” he says noting the success of four stylish projects — including the now almost sold out Oak project — the company has introduced along Oak Street between 41st and 49th Avenues.

Fremont Blue provides the meticulously proportioned row homes MOSAIC has built a reputation on.

Predictably, the importance of gentle densification and urban infi ll was once again a topic of discussion at the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Housing Outlook Conference in November. Well known marketing guru Bob Rennie, a man who never hesitates to call it as he sees it, raised a few eyebrows with his statement “the ugly truth is that Vancouver will never create another single-family lot in my lifetime unless a house currently sitting on two lots is torn down. If I owned Vancouver, I would zone it all to townhouses that would require the elimination of the RS-1 single-family that accounts for over 56 per cent of Vancouver land after you allow for the one third being used for parks, schools, and streets.”

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Cliffstone by Foxridge Homes offers elegant, single-family living on Burke Mountain.

TRENDSETTING SALES

Speaking at an Urban Development Institute (UDI) luncheon, Ferreira singled out two 2014 townhouse success stories — both located in the Tri-Cities. “Burke Mountain has been steadily chewing through product over the past couple of years, and values are starting to climb.” He also praised MOSAIC Homes for another “great job of matching the appropriate product to the location” at the Fremont master planned community located just east on the Pitt River. “Fremont is all about offering buyers solid value, good looking product, and a convenient location.”

In South Surrey, Breeze by Adera and Jacobsen by Ikonik were two award winning developments that continued to push the envelop of contemporary style with their West Coast modernist styling, warm wood accents, and strong horizontal lines. “This part of South Surrey is always such a sought after neighbourhood because of its proximity to Morgan Crossing,” notes Eric Andreasen, Adera’s vice president of marketing and sales.

North Vancouver saw some much needed new townhouse product arriving with the launch of Loden Green — 30 townhomes just off Mount Seymour Parkway that spell good news for a market that’s been primarily condo-oriented for several years.

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GETTING INTO THE MARKET

After being absent for some time, the first time buyer made a strong re-appearance in 2014. But there was no question the BMD (Bank of Mom and Dad) figured prominently into the equation in 2014. According to Rennie’s research, almost half (48.5 per cent) of first time buyers relied on parents or grandparent to help with their down payment.

These buyers are looking at their home as an investment in the future. “The term ‘flipper’ does not exist in today’s home buying lexicology,” McTavish says. “People are buying property to hold. If they aren’t going to live there in the short term, they will rent it out.”

THE PEOPLE SPOKE

In November, there was a collective sigh of relief when municipal elections were finally over. With a voter turnout of 44 percent in Vancouver — the highest since 2002 — reaffirming Gregor Robinson as mayor and a decisive victory for Linda Hepner as the hand-picked successor to Dianne Watts in Surrey, the province’s two largest municipalities are set for another term of continuity. And overall that’s good news for the development industry because it brings some measure of stability.

Be sure to join us in January when we talk to industry insiders about what they predict for 2015’s housing market.

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//IN THE NEWS

UDI Awards for Excellence CELEBRATE BEST OF B.C. DEVELOPMENT At the 30th anniversary of its biennial awards on Wednesday night, November 26th, the Urban Development Institute Pacific Region (UDI) announced the winners of the 2014 UDI Awards for Excellence.

“The UDI Awards are the premier form of peer recognition for B.C.’s real estate development industry,” said Anne McMullin, President and CEO of the Institute. “This year’s record number of exceptional submissions had the jury deliberating at length to identify the top achievers for each category.”

The winning projects and their respective development teams were awarded based on sustainable building and landscape features, innovative design, marketing success, as well as integration with transit and community context.

More than 700 people attended the black tie gala, celebrating achievements across a range of categories that included Best Heritage, Best Affordable, Best Urban Infill and Best in Show among the honours. In addition, four distinguished industry leaders, Keith Beedie, Milan Ilich, Robert H. Lee and Joe Segal, were inducted into the UDI Hall of Fame, while the Maureen Enser Award was presented to Wesgroup Properties’ Beau Jarvis. The night also revealed the winner of The Vancouver Sun Readers‘ Choice Award for Best Residential High-Rise as Private Residences at the Hotel Georgia by Delta Land Development.

“These prestigious Awards recognize the outstanding contributions of developers who help shape our vibrant, liveable communities,” said Ms McMullin. “Congratulations to the welldeserved 2014 UDI Awards for Excellence winners.”

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2014 UDI AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE WINNERS:

Best Heritage: 564 Beatty Street, Reliance Properties Best Outside the Box: Victoria Public Market at The Hudson, Townline Group of Companies Best of the Okanagan: West Harbour Resort, Troika Developments Best of Vancouver Island: Union, Anthem Properties Master Planned Community: River Green, Aspac Developments Best Affordable: The Standard, Blue Sky Properties Best Urban High-Rise: The Mark, Onni Group Best Suburban High-Rise: MetroPlace, Intracorp Projects Best Mid-Rise Residential: Kits360, Intergulf Development Group Best Low-Rise Residential Vancouver/North Shore: SAIL, Adera Development Best Low-Rise Residential Richmond/Burnaby/Vancouver Island: Storybrook, Ledingham McAllister Properties Best Low-Rise Residential New Wesminster/Delta/White Rock/ Surrey/Langley: Saltaire, Ledingham McAllister Properties Best Ground Oriented Multi-Family: Mason&Green, Polygon Homes Best Single Family/Duplex: Hampstead at Silver Ridge, Portrait Homes Best Urban Infill: Rolston, Rize Alliance Properties Best Commercial/Retail/Office: 1025 Robson, Westbridge Capital Group/ West Coast Projects Best Mixed Use: The Prescott, Wesgroup Properties Best Environmental Innovation: Private Residences at Hotel Georgia, Delta Land Development Best Industrial: FedEx Freight at PacificLink, Wesgroup Properties Best in Show: 564 Beatty Street, Reliance Properties UDI/Vancouver Sun Readers’ Choice Award (for Best Residential High-Rise): The Private Residences at the Hotel Georgia, Delta Land Development Maureen Enser Award: Beau Jarvis, Wesgroup Properties UDI Hall of Fame Inductees Keith Beedie, Beedie Development Group Milan Ilich, Progressive Group of Companies Robert H. Lee, Prospero International Realty Joe Segal, Kingswood Capital Corporation

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//IN THE NEWS

REBGV Report for November METRO VANCOUVER HOME SALES REMAIN STRONG Home buyers in Metro Vancouver remained active in November, a month that is traditionally a quieter time of year for real estate.

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Metro Vancouver reached 2,516 on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in November 2014. This represents an 8.4 per cent increase compared to the 2,321 sales in November 2013, and a 17.7 per cent decline compared to the 3,057 sales in October 2014.

Last month’s sales were 6.9 per cent above the 10-year sales average for November.

“It’s been a more active fall than we typically see in the Metro Vancouver housing market,” Ray Harris, REBGV president said. “Home prices across the region have experienced steady gains in 2014 of between three and seven per cent depending on property type.”

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New listings for detached, attached and apartment properties in Metro Vancouver* totalled 3,016 in November. This represents a 7.1 per cent decrease compared to the 3,245 new listings in November 2013 and a 32.8 per cent decline from the 4,487 new listings in October.

The total number of properties currently listed for sale on the MLS® system in Metro Vancouver is 12,553, a 10.2 per cent decline compared to November 2013 and a 9.4 per cent decrease compared to October 2014.

“This is traditionally a low inventory time of year, so it’s a good time to list your home for sale if you want to face less competition in the marketplace,” Harris said.

The MLS® Home Price Index composite benchmark price for all residential properties in Metro Vancouver is currently $637,300. This represents a 5.7 cent increase compared to November 2013.

Sales of detached properties in November 2014 reached 1,012, an increase of 9.3 per cent from the 926 detached sales recorded in November 2013, and a 60.9 per cent increase from the 629 units sold in November 2012. The benchmark price for detached properties increased 7.9 per cent from November 2013 to $997,800.

Sales of apartment properties reached 1,052 in November 2014, an increase of 8.6 per cent compared to the 969 sales in November 2013, and a 40.3 per cent increase compared to the 750 sales in November 2012.

The benchmark price of an apartment property increased 3.2 per cent from November 2013 to $379,500.

Attached property sales in November 2014 totalled 452, a 6.1 per cent increase compared to the 426 sales in November 2013, and a 47.2 per cent increase over the 307 attached properties sold in November 2012.

The benchmark price of an attached unit increased 4.8 per cent between November 2013 and 2014 to $480,200.

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//CELEBRITY Q&A

With that beautiful signature mane, keen design eye and mad DIY skills, talented designer and Kitchen Crashers star Alison Victoria isn’t afraid to get her hands dirty.

Beauty & Design » by SARA DUCK » photo by ALAN SHORTALL

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What do you love most about being a designer?

Being surrounded by beautiful things is what drives my love for design. Whether I’m at home or in a space away from home, I want to be visually stimulated and inspired. Design drives me, it’s what I live for.

I’m inspired by…

I always look to travel, fashion, architecture and nature to draw inspiration from. I can look at any object or space and know instantly what I want it to be. Inspiration is all around us, it’s just how you look at things. Creative environments allow for an organic design process, and finding beauty in the little things can allow us to create the bigger picture.

Describe your design aesthetic Vintage and modern. The mix works so well for any interior.

You’re known as a DIY diva, what are easy projects budding DIY-enthusiasts can tackle at home? » Change out your cabinet hardware. It’s the easiest thing to do to give your kitchen a quick facelift. » Open things up in the kitchen by adding open shelving. Buy new or make your own and add a splash of colour with paint. Display your go-to cookbooks, favorite spices and accessories. » Add a backsplash. For first timers, stick to tile on a mesh mount and make sure you are starting out with clean slate or new drywall.

Tin tiles are the easiest option for renters and they come down in a flash when you’re ready to move.

What is the most important design component in any space?

Space planning and lighting are key. The way you use a space is dictated by the floor plan and the lighting is the controlling factor on setting the mood for each occasion.

What are your top tips for creating a fabulous space with a limited budget?

Mix things up with your accessories and remember that the little things make a big difference! » Change up your colour palette by bringing in new throw pillows with a punch of colour and texture and coordinate with the seasons (i.e. pastels for the spring or rich earth tones for the fall). » Shop your own house to find old pieces that need a facelift. Change things up by painting or refinishing it and add some new hardware to give it a custom look. » Paint! Leave the colour to the artwork and accessories and get rid of that harsh colour on the walls. Lighten things up and remember that grey is the new neutral.

What is your favorite element about working on Kitchen Crashers?

Being able to do what I love in front of millions of people is a dream come true, but my favorite part is influencing and empowering women. I’m in a man’s world in this industry and breaking down the barriers will always be a challenge. I hold my own, respect each and every person who makes the show possible and work through the challenges we come across together, as a team. Having an 11 year old girl come up to me, to tell me she wants to do what I do, is by far the biggest reward to the show!

You aren’t afraid to get involved and handle some serious equipment on the show! Where did you learn how to work with the tools of the trade?

I’m a complete tomboy! I’ve always been comfortable using power tools, so a drill or a circular saw isn’t new to me. It’s taken me some time to master each one, but now it’s second nature to me.

Describe your new LookBook service? How did you come up with this idea?

The Alison Victoria LookBook is a true DIY approach to design, which allows clients all over the country to create amazing spaces with the custom feel of Alison Victoria minus the typical designer/ client interaction. The LookBook is a less expensive approach because the client orders items on their own, finds their own contractors and executes the entire project. All communication is done over email and the LookBook includes one floor plan, one colour rendering, samples, pictures and a full shopping list of all the items we specify for the space, along with a workbook. It usually arrives six weeks after we receive the questionnaire, homework and payment. Clients and fans constantly ask me how to get me inside their home, and now they can!

Not only are you are successful designer but you also have your own furniture line. What was the inspiration behind the line?

I’m inspired by architecture and fashion. I love clean lines so the structure of each piece was the focus. Bringing in a mix of glass, wood and metal gave each piece the sexiness it deserved.

What are you up to next?

I definitely need to take some time to sit back and look at everything that has been accomplished thus far. This has been a crazy journey and it’s only the first chapter. I’m so excited to start shooting season eight of Kitchen Crashers and can’t wait to take my LookBook to the next level!

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//PROJECT PROFILE

The Grove

PARKHOMES IN CLAYTON » by SUSAN M BOYCE Summer may be over but the living’s definitely still easy, and sociable, at The Grove in Clayton Heights.

With the changing season, many residents who indulged in pleasant hours relaxing by the outdoor pool are now discovering the warmth and charm of The Grove Clubhouse. “The fireside lounge is becoming a popular place to host family events or larger gatherings with friends,” says sales manager Elise Sangster. “The ambiance is very West Coast, very contemporary. And, of course, lots of owners use it simply as a place to unwind — a private retreat that’s right outside your front door.”

Elise has more good news too: Centre Grove, the community’s signature outdoor space, is almost finished.

“Centre Grove will really tie the whole neighbourhood

The fireside lounge is becoming a popular place to host family events or larger gatherings with friends.

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together,” says sales manager Elise Sangster. “We’ve added even more shrubbery and plants to complement the existing mature trees, so it will be very lush. I can imaging people meeting there before they go for a walk along the nearby trails or just kicking back and admiring the scenery from one of the park benches.”

INVITING HOMES

Inside, The Grove has an inviting, “rustic-chic” ambiance — crisp, contemporary lines set off to perfection with a palette of soft earth tones.

“One of the big wow factors is the fact we have no upgrades, so everything you see is included in the price,” Elise adds rapidly listing off features like quartz counters, soft close drawers, interior doors with lever handles and V-groove detailing, deep soaker tubs and six-inch baseboards.

“Townline was one of the first builders in Clayton Heights, and The Grove will be our sixth development here,” she says. “Buyers regularly tell me they appreciate the value of knowing they’re dealing with a company that has such an established reputation in the neighbourhood. Plus, all the schools, shops, restaurants, pubs and walking trails are already built, so once we’re complete there will be no more construction. The Grove is inhabited by young couples and families which internally creates a vibrant vibe within a community you immediatley want to call home.”

SEE FOR YOURSELF

Phase Six at The Grove is now well underway so there’s a terrific selection of two-, three-, and four-bedroom townhomes to check out. Prices start at $269,900 with some homes available for immediate move-in.

Presentation centre and display homes are open noon to 5 p.m. daily except Fridays at 19433 – 68th Avenue in Surrey.

For more information call 604.533.6968 or visit thegroveatclayton.ca where you can also take a virtual tour of Centre Grove.

//DESIGNER ADVICE

The Magic Carpet Guide » by YANIC SIMARD » photo by BRANDON BARRE Area rugs have been adding bold colour and exotic pattern to floors of all forms since at least the 5th Century BC, and the high-tech carpet industry has been booming for centuries (since 1791, to be precise, when the first woven carpet mill opened in Philadelphia). Lately, hardwood floors (and their look-a-likes) have been the staple in condo design, but now I see rugs in all forms coming back in style to bring the warmth, cosiness and colour that only they can provide. They’re a perfect complement to wood, so you don’t even have to choose between the two! To achieve a timeless look in your highrise home, here’s my “Magic Carpet” guide.

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better simulate hand-made versions and tend to last longer than tufting. Lastly, woven rugs use looms to interlock the yarns to the backing. The quality will depend completely on the type of materials used.

MATERIAL MATTERS

I see rugs in all forms coming back in style to bring the warmth, cosiness and colour that only they can provide. They’re a perfect complement to wood, so you don’t even have to choose between the two!

MAN VERSUS MACHINE

» Hand-knotting is the traditional method of creating Persian or Oriental rugs. These rugs are hand crafted with complex knotting techniques to leave a dense, soft surface of exposed fibres. The higher the knot-count, the denser the weave, and the finer the rug. » Machine-made rugs can be created in a number of ways. Tufted rugs usually glue synthetic fibres to a backing, a bond which can degrade over time. Machine-knotted rugs

» Wool typically gives the richest look, but also comes with the highest price tag. The dense, natural fibres resist soil and dirt, but often absorb stains. » Silk is often blended with wool in fine rugs (especially true antiques) to give a luxurious feel and look, but must be treated delicately. » Sisal gives an inviting natural look like wool, but is rougher to the touch. It’s often used for stairs, welcome mats and other high-traffic areas. I’m particularly a fan of it for a dining room. » Nylon is a very practical and cost-effective option. The synthetic fibre is resilient, and easy to clean and maintain (making it ideal for high-traffic areas). » Polyester is a synthetic similar to nylon, but less crush resistant, and harder to dye (which limits options). It resists waterbased stains but is prone to oil-based stains. » Olefin is another synthetic option which is highly resistant to chemical stains (although not oil). It is often used outdoors (especially around pools) as it resists sun and moisture. » Leather and hide rugs can come as single sheets or woven (typically in a basket-weave form). An organically shaped hide (real or faux) works well for awkwardly shaped rooms, or even as an accent layered over a larger rug.

TIP Ask your rug supplier about treatment options for your favourite rug type. Scotch guarding and similar treatments can increase the durability of your rug, but may also reduce the quality of the texture.

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» Your area rug should reach the furniture it’s grouping together, rather than float in the middle. Get a size big enough to at least tuck under the front legs of sofas and chairs. » A dining room rug should anchor the dining chairs even when they have people sitting in them (usually about two ft. from the edge of the table). » Rugs tend to come in standard sizes, so you can measure your space in advance and have a pretty good idea of what to look for.

Very common: 4’x6’, 5’x7’,6’x9’, 8’x10’, 9’x12’, 12’x14’.

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» Carpet pads are key to extending the life of your rug or carpet, so don’t skip this step. For larger areas, padding should be laid so the seams do not run parallel to any seams in the carpeting. This will prevent buckling and undue wear and tear. » A pad also helps a carpet to lie flatter (especially for larger rugs), and stay in place, so if your rug has a mind of its own, it’s probably only because it doesn’t have the proper support!

» If you want to avoid investing in some temporary accommodations, or you’re simply worried about a sudden spill or animal attack taking the value out of a good investment, carpet tiles from companies like FLOR will create either a wall-to-wall or area solution of virtually any shape and size, which you can then replace any time you like. I have the Hide and Batik tiles in my own design studio (in grey). » I recommend buying a few extra carpet tiles beyond what you need. You’ll have spares for replacements, and if you want to move the rug to a new room (or a new home) you can size it up easily.

SELECTING YOUR AREA RUG

The look of an area rug is both classic and contemporary, mixing the crisp sleekness of a wood or stone floor below, with a warm and inviting stretch of carpet on top. Of course, this can often require a double investment. I believe getting the best of both worlds is worth it, so here are a few tips for choosing your area rug the right way: » As a general rule, budget the same for your rug and your sofa. Both will take a lot of wear and be a feature you enjoy every day, so the investment should be about the same. » Area rugs are a great way to bring a splash of colour, pattern and texture, which can be moved or replaced seasonally as a way to keep your decor fresh. Don’t be scared to go bold, as you can always move or temporarily store it later for a change. » If a room has one major seating group, a rug can anchor the seating area, or fill almost the whole room.

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//IN THE NEWS

CMHC House Price Analysis GOOD NEWS FOR CANADA’S MAJOR MARKETS Results from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC) House Price Analysis and Assessment (HPAA) framework were released today indicating that overall, housing markets in Canada remain broadly consistent with underlying demographic and economic factors such as employment and interest rates. Nevertheless, a modest amount of overvaluation is observed, meaning that house prices are slightly higher than what the underlying factors would suggest.

“CMHC is committed to expanding the availability of information about Canada’s housing markets. This knowledge will ultimately contribute to a stronger housing finance system,” said Evan Siddall, President and Chief Executive Officer of CMHC. “The HPAA adds to CMHC’s efforts to identify, and where appropriate, fill significant data and information gaps.”

The HPAA is a comprehensive framework that is designed to assess housing market conditions by taking into consideration the economic, financial and demographic drivers of housing markets. The use of multiple indicators of housing conditions, which incorporate various data sources and prices measures, provides a robust picture of overall housing market conditions. The results released today include those for the national market as well as 8 Census Metropolitan Areas (CMAs) — Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Québec and Halifax.

“At the national level, other than a modest amount of overvaluation, we do not detect the presence of other risk factors such as overheating, price acceleration, and overbuilding,” said Bob Dugan, CMHC’s Chief Economist. “Risk of overvaluation is most evident in Montreal and Quebec, but the trend is improving. A modest risk of overvaluation is also 36 METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE | DEC 12, 2014 - JAN 9, 2015

present in Toronto, Calgary and Halifax.

Across the 8 CMAs examined, there is no overheating or acceleration.”

“There is however a cautionary note with respect to overbuilding in Toronto and Montreal. The number of units under construction is elevated in these centres. This could develop into overbuilding if these units are completed but not sold. To mitigate this risk, builders will need to hit the appropriate balance in channeling new demand between units that are currently under construction but not sold and units that are in the planning stage,” noted Mr. Dugan.

This is the first phase of information being released as part of the HPAA Framework.

Additional, market-specific analysis will be released as available, with future reporting taking place on a semi-annual basis starting in Q1 and Q3 of 2015. Updates will also be available as part of CMHC’s Housing Market Outlook which will be published in Q2 and Q4 in 2015.

As Canada’s authority on housing, CMHC continually works to increase the amount of available data and analysis on the housing market.

CMHC draws on more than 65 years of experience to help Canadians access a variety of high quality, environmentally sustainable and affordable housing solutions. CMHC also provides reliable, impartial and up-to-date housing market reports, analysis and knowledge to support and assist consumers and the housing industry in making informed decisions.

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//INDUSTRY INSIDER

Charity begins at home » by DAVID HIRSH

DAVID HIRSH

is president and CEO of Brandy Lane Corp. David prides himself on his creative hands-on approach to all stages of the development and building process. He believes that everyone is his client. The company’s newest communities are the highly successful Wyldewood Cove in Collingwood, and coming soon, The Davies, at Avenue Road and Cottingham. Visit BrandyLaneHomes.com.

With the holiday season upon us, our thoughts often turn to opportunities to give back to our community. Getting involved in your new neighbourhood gives you the chance to help out those in need, meet people and make friends with those who have similar interests.

At this time of year, as we show our gratitude for friends, family and what we have, it’s a great idea to lend a hand to those less fortunate. Neighbourhood contributions could include getting involved with a soup kitchen or shelter to help feed the homeless and hungry.

Volunteering your time with local agencies and/or providing them with monetary assistance can do a lot to make someone’s holiday a little brighter.

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Another option could be to sponsor a family in your immediate neighbourhood or city through a trusted charity.

Depending on how the organization works, you might be asked to buy gift cards for the families to purchase much-needed staples including food, household supplies and warm clothing.

There are also a number of opportunities to buy gifts and toys for the children in a family – things that would otherwise be overlooked in lieu of more essential items.

While the holiday season often puts us in a generous mood, charity endeavours don’t have to be limited to this time of year.

There are plenty of chances to get involved year-round.

Consider donating your time or food to community food banks. Don’t wait for them to announce a food drive – they’re in need of items all the time! The next time you stand in front of your closet and announce that you have nothing to wear, why not take another look at the clothing you know you haven’t worn in ages and donate some?

Through events such as Vancouver Car Free Day, it’s easy to make a difference right outside your front door. As winter snow melts in the spring toward the end of April, the City of Vancouver encourages groups to clean up lane ways, parks or any areas in neighbourhoods. You can also do your part in keeping your community clean by choosing to never litter.

As builders, we work with the city to give back through participation in public art and park dedications. These endeavours help ensure that the city is made more beautiful, pedestrian-friendly and community-oriented. While participation is mandatory, we work to add elements within a neighbourhood that suit the existing residents and take into consideration the community that we’re transforming. Builders can also choose to sponsor cultural events in the city. For instance, Brandy Lane and The Davies were recently the presenting sponsor of The National Ballet of Canada’s production of Romeo and Juliet, to help maintain the diverse and artistic fabric of our city.

If we all do our part to help others and keep our community clean and maintained, these efforts will go a long way to creating world-class places to live. I encourage you to look outside your door and see how you can help out.

After all, charity begins at home.

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//MIND OVER MORTGAGE

Life after separation or divorce:

ASSESSING YOUR MORTGAGE OPTIONS » by JORGE & ALISA ARAGON

JORGE & ALISA ARAGON

are Mortgage Experts with Dominion Lending Centres Mountain View. They are active members of the Greater Vancouver Home Builders Association. Jorge & Alisa focus on the overall needs and plans of their clients and then find the best mortgage to suit their needs.

For more information visit YourMortgageSolutionsGroup.ca or contact them at aaragon@dominionlending.ca.

With well over a third of marriages ending in divorce, marriage break-ups affect a wide range of Canadians.

For those dealing with the breakdown of their marriage, financial issues can be just as trying as the emotional ones.

In particular, in the midst of a separation or divorce, decisions on housing can loom large: a parent might want to keep living in the same neighbourhood to minimize disruption to the children, or former partners may wish to have two residences close together so that kids can attend one school and sleepover in different homes.

With over 70,000 divorces in Canada every year, there is a large and growing number of Canadians looking for advice on how to pick up the financial pieces and set out on their own. One of the more important financial issues is the need to maintain a healthy credit rating to help ensure financial independence and, amongst other things, provide a solid foundation to approach home ownership solo.

Here are some general tips on how to approach home ownership following separation or divorce: » Know what it takes to qualify for a mortgage. Whether they’re planning to buy out the other spouse’s equity or search for a new home, after any property settlement, those who are divorced or separated must qualify for a new or refinanced mortgage with their own income. Most lenders require a separation agreement before proceeding with a mortgage. Also, alimony and child support payments will impact on mortgage qualification so consult your Mortgage Expert to determine your specific situation. » Keep an eye on your credit rating. After a separation or divorce, it is important for an individual to establish credit independently of their spouse, especially if one lacks a credit history. A Mortgage Expert can offer advice on how to improve a credit score before applying for a mortgage.

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responsibility of both parties. If joint debt is not handled in a timely manner during the divorce/separation period this will impact the credit rating of both parties. » Get a mortgage pre-approval. For those purchasing a home after a separation or divorce, a mortgage pre-approval is vital, as it will indicate clearly how much of a home one can afford. » Look for smart ways to manage extra expenses and personal debt. A separation or divorce can mean numerous added expenses. Getting a new mortgage can be an opportunity to access equity in one’s home, or consolidate high-interest credit card debt. Some borrowers opt for lower monthly payments which create a larger monthly cash flow.

Those who find themselves having to make a fresh start in the wake of a separation or divorce are confronted with many uncertainties and decisions. An experienced Mortgage Expert can help divorced individuals take advantage of home finance opportunities. Mortgage Experts, offer advice on maintaining or repairing a credit rating and will make sure their clients have access to a diverse range of borrowing options, to help them get back on their feet.

//INSIDE MORTGAGES

Looking to Purchase a Condo in a Strata?

4 TIPS TO AVOID COMMON PITFALLS » by KRIS GRASTY

KRIS GRASTY

is a mortgage broker with Dominion Lending Centre’s Canadian Mortgage Experts and an active member of the MBABC. Kris maintains a strong focus on educating clients on all options.

For more information visit his website at www.krisgrasty.ca or reach him at kris@cmexp.com.

#1 - Work With Your Own Realtor!

The first and most common issue that I have seen is only working with the listing Realtor or the Realtor in the sales office of a new condo building. There should be no surprise here that the selling Realtor/agent is working on the seller’s behalf and even if they agree to work with you too, their end goal is to sell the unit.

property. You should have ample time to review these documents while you are also working on booking your home inspection, re-negotiating your offer to purchase and ensuring that you have your financing in place. There is much to do in a short time.

There is nothing wrong in looking around and initiating conversation with a Realtor in the sales office, as they should be quite knowledgeable about the current build status and features within the units. But having a buyer’s agent will cost you nothing yet you gain the benefit of a Realtor working in your corner and covering your best interests. For example, if you have a large SUV and the parking stall appointed at the vendor’s discretion has a large ventilation unit or obstruction it will be useless to you. Your agent will know to check this kind of thing.

This rush scenario with little time to review docs has seen people go into a binding contract only to realize that they have major repairs scheduled or that the Strata is ill funded.

#2 – Ensure Strata Documents are Readily Available On several occasions this year clients have put in a rush offer with a short four business day subject removal yet the listing Realtor had not pre ordered the strata documents, engineer’s reports and/or depreciation reports. These documents along with meeting minutes and insurance papers should be on hand and ready for review immediately on acceptance of your offer.

An expedited sale contract requires a quick mortgage broker and lender review that is difficult without these papers and reports. A rush order for strata documents can jump from a standard fee to over $150 if required quickly. Before putting in an offer to purchase, your Realtor should ensure that the property documents are readily available for you immediately on acceptance of your offer. #3 - Purchasers Need Time To Review Strata Documents Most importantly, you are the intended purchaser of this

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#4 - Self -Managed or Poorly Managed Strata Better to find out early on and possibly before spending hundreds on a home inspection that the strata corporation has failed to order a depreciation report, or that the contingency funds are not there to support the ongoing maintenance that your home will need.

Lack of proper funds saved now equal special assessments and possibly large financial burdens in your future.

With a good Realtor and mortgage broker in your corner, you should have all of your documents ready up front and ensure that all personal and property information is readily available prior to setting a subject removal date.

A quick file can be a breeze and you will be far less stressed when all is in hand ready to go!

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Moving Up to Single-Family Living Q&A WITH RYAN CONNELLY » by SUSAN M BOYCE

RYAN CONNELLY is general manager at Epic Homes

It’s a consistent, time-honoured axiom: owning the home you live in is one of the top strategies to increase your net worth. For most people, especially here in the Lower Mainland where prices are notoriously steep, the first step on the homeownership ladder is to purchase a condo or smaller townhouse with the goal of ultimately moving up to a single-family house. And day you get the keys to your new home is definitely cause for celebration.

This issue, New Home Guide chats with Ryan Connelly, general manager at Epic Homes in Maple Ridge about some of the joys and considerations of the single-family lifestyle.

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Q: Why is single-family still the dream for a large percentage of the population?

A: Historically, fee simple houses have always lead the way in appreciation over time. So when land values go up, your investment is right on the leading edge of those increases.

There’s also the obvious sense of personal freedom that comes from owning your land — the ability to landscape the way you like or change the exterior colours of your home.

And there are considerations that on the surface might seem small — like visitor parking. In the multi-family form, there are often significant constraints on where your guests can park. Add in the fact that the

tandem garages found in many townhomes frequently end up being parking for one car plus storage or a workshop leaving the second car out on the street, and parking becomes a real issue. A single-family house, on the other hand, typically has a side-by-side garage plus 20 or 30 feet of driveway — lots of space for multiple vehicles.

Q: It’s hardly a surprise that a house costs more than an apartment or even a comparable townhouse in the same neighbourhood. So how do people, especially young families, move up?

A: Often they make a lifestyle decision to relocate farther away from Vancouver. Sure they’ll spend a bit more time driving to and from work, but with the massive amounts of investment in capitol projects like the new Port Mann and Golden Ear Bridges, commuting is getting easier all the time.

Another one of the very positive things about our current low interest rates, an advantage people often overlook, is how significant the impact of not paying strata fees can be on the amount of mortgage you qualify for. So a house may not be as far out of your reach as you think.

Q: Still, there are costs that come with owning a house rather than a multi-family unit or a rental — you’re going to need a lawnmower and gardening tools for starters.

What are some of the other considerations you’ve seen buyers overlook?

A: Even if you’ve owned before, closing costs like the property transfer tax (PTT), legal fees, and the expenses of transferring services like hydro and phone can be a nasty surprise. Many banks and mortgage brokers, though, offer excellent, online tools to help you figure out a realistic budget for these unavoidable expenditures.

One ongoing expense people forget to check into is exactly what’s covered in their property taxes. For example, in some rural areas, you still need to arrange your own garbage pick up — don’t assume every jurisdiction provides the same services.

When you own a house, you’ll also be responsible for regular maintenance and upkeep. That’s not going be a big concern if you’re purchasing a brand new home, but certainly can be if you’re purchasing a resale where major expenses could include replacing the roof, furnace or windows.

And here’s another positive. As BC’s building code continues to change, new homes become increasingly energy efficient. So when people move from an older, smaller home, they’re often pleasantly surprised by how low their heating and other running costs are. Some municipalities like Maple Ridge where we’re currently building Montgomery Acres even have a requirement that all new homes built will be solar-power ready.

Q: What’s your advice to someone considering a move up purchase?

A: A home is the biggest purchase most people make in their lives. I believe fee simple is where you’ll see the most gain on your equity. So not only is it the greatest source of personal wealth, you get to enjoy living in it as well.

For information about Epic Homes’ current and upcoming projects, visit epichomes.info.

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INVESTMENT POTENTIAL OF YOUR HOME OUTWEIGHS MARKET QUESTIONS » by HENRY CHOO CHONG

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My wife and I would like to get into the real estate market before it becomes unaffordable. We have saved $10,000 for a down payment. We have above-average salaries but have been working only for the past three years. Is this the right time for us to buy?

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As we progress further from the financial crisis of a few years ago, economic slowdown, stock market and even real estate declines, things are looking brighter for many Canadians.

Canada survived the recession; though there are still some challenges, spending is up, stock markets have arguably rebounded and the real estate market has shown longer-term price and sales increases.

Many economists predicted real estate price declines, and few expected price increases and such a quick recovery. Homebuyers who were counting on further price declines may have been kicking themselves. How long will this continue, you ask? It’s anyone’s guess.

The federal Finance Ministry has, on occasion, given notice it is concerned about a potential overheating of the real estate market. Borrowers must meet the requirements for a five-year, fixed-rate mortgage, even if they plan to choose a shorter term

and lower rate. The maximum amortization period for government-insured mortgages was recently reduced to 25 years from 30. In addition, Canadians can now withdraw in refinancing only 80 per cent of their home’s value, down from 85 per cent, while down payment requirements remain at five per cent for primary homes and 20 per cent for investment properties.

Some experts feel these changes may leave some first-time buyers sitting on the sidelines.

However, these issues should not be the primary factors to influence your decision to buy. Some considerations to reconcile before making the plunge include: » How much of a house can you afford to purchase? Get pre-approved by your bank before shopping » How much of a house do you want to afford? The answer is not necessarily to purchase the maximum house you qualify to buy, but what you want to afford » What will your payments be, if interest rates rise (and they definitely will) one, two or three per cent? Ensure you can easily afford the increase » First-time buyers of new homes priced at less than $425,000 will be minimally affected by the HST. Generally, there are no real estate commissions for the purchaser of a home. Legal fees are not usually high for a purchase and are minute in the grand scheme of purchasing a home At the end of the day, a home is a longterm investment, so look beyond the next year or two.

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Is the lowest rate always best? » by ALYSSA RICHARD

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is the Founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart financial decisions.

While at ratehub.ca we’re in the business of comparing mortgage rates, we know there’s more to consider than simply how the interest rate will affect your mortgage payment. Throughout the year, big banks and even smaller lenders will offer incredible promotional rates to bring in new clients, but many of those offers come with serious restrictions and penalties.

Before you jump at the chance to snag the lowest rate, read the fine print in your agreement to see if your new mortgage product comes with any of the following:

» LOW PREPAYMENT PRIVILEGES. Most products give mortgage holders the option to increase their monthly mortgage payment amount once per year and/or make lumpsum payments throughout the year. While many lenders offer 20 per cent/20 per cent prepayment privileges (meaning you could increase your payment by 20 per cent each year and/or make a lump-sum payment of 20 per cent of your original mortgage), some promotional rates only offer 10 per cent/10 per cent. If your goal is to become mortgage debtfree fast, this may not be the right product for you. » COLLATER AL CHARGE. If the lowest rate ends up being for a collateral mortgage, you’ll want to carefully consider how taking one on could affect your finances in the future. Collateral mortgages are readvanceable mortgage products that allow you to borrow money from your home at anytime, without having to refinance (and pay the legal fees to do so). Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, they also lock you into staying with that particular lender, even when your mortgage comes up for renewal. To get out of a collateral mortgage, you would need to hire a real estate lawyer (and pay legal fees). » CLOSED MORTGAGE. While most mortgages in Canada are closed, some mortgage products’ restrictions are tougher than others. For example, the 1.99 per cent fixed-rate mortgage product Investors Group offered a couple months ago didn’t allow borrowers to prepay, negotiate or refinance their mortgage throughout the three-year term. The only way to break your mortgage in that agreement was to sell your home. Again, if you are someone who wants to pay down your mortgage debt fast or may need to borrow from your home in the future, this may not be the best product for you.

While most mortgages in Canada are closed, some mortgage products’ restrictions are tougher than others.

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Of course, if your mortgage product comes with the lowest rate on the market and has few restrictions, you should jump at the chance to get it! But if you have any concerns about what’s included in the mortgage agreement, don’t be scared to shop around and find the right mortgage for you – even if it doesn’t come with the absolute lowest rate.

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Homebuyers’ Resource Section You love the home, see what you can afford! » Compare mortgage rates for your best deal

» Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart

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Calculate your mortgage payments INTEREST RATE

AMORTIZATION PERIOD

CHART FIGURE

EXAMPLE: 5%

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Follow these steps to see if you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream home

01 02 03

Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.

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

Take the total price of the home and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.

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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 firsttime buyers take the 25-year amortization.)

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

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 home.

Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow.

Divide by 1,000. » 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 andget pre-qualified.

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7.08

8.12

9.20

10.49

12.00%

7.79

8.28

11.52

12.25%

7.47

8.86

13.91

11.66

6.75

7.32

11.50%

14.04

6.59

6.42

7.99

10.16

11.75%

7.00 7.16

11.22 11.36

6.26

7.84

7.69

5.95

6.70

6.85

13.64 13.77

6.40

7.55

11.00% 11.25%

5.49

5.64

5.79

9.05

10.33

5.19

5.34

6.25

10.19

12.84

5.96

4.90

6.98

8.74

10.05

13.10

6.74

9.90

12.58

12.97

5.67

8.14

8.80

8.00%

6.44

5.40

5.82

11.43

11.81

6.17

6.57

6.75%

7.50%

4.61

6.30

8.53

11.56

4.48

5.13

7.63

11.19

7.00%

4.99

5.91

4.34

4.76

6.25%

11.31

4.21

4.86

5.26

8.27

6.50%

4.73

5.66

6.04

10.94

11.07

30 YEARS

7.38

7.50

5.75%

6.00%

25 YEARS

9.97

10.32 10.49 10.67

10.85

7.93

8.28 8.63

8.80 8.98 9.16

9.34 9.52

9.70

9.88

10.06

10.25 10.43

10.61

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 DEC 12, 2014 - JAN 9, 2015 | METRO VANCOUVER NEW HOME GUIDE 63

BRITISH COLUMBIA’S NEW HOME DEVELOPMENTS PROJECT

TYPE

ABBOTSFORD Abacus Uptown Auguston Cedar Landing Eagle Estates Eagles Gate Falcon Ridge Foxwood Hudson’s Loft 2 Lift Luna Waterleaf

LR SF TH SF SF SF SF LR LR TH LR

PRICE

PROJECT

604-309-7155 604-308-8660 604-850-5040 604-859-3141 604-309-7729 604-309-0540 604-850-5040 hudsonsloft.ca 604-557-1047 778-895-5862 604-850-3694

$109,900 inc net GST From $559,000 Fr. 274,900 inc net GST From $599,900 From $373,500 From $789,000 From $524,900 Call Call From $289,900 From $179,000

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

604-451-9517 604-456-8883 604-291-9130 604-563-8386 604-293-1818 604-436-1100 libertyhomes.ca 604-329-8228 goldhouseliving.com 604-671-5565 604-320-3386 liveatburnabyheights.com 604-899-8800 604-899-8800 604-435-9477 604-435-9477 604-435-5565 604-435-8866 604-456-0688 604-536-5777 604-431-6033 604-438-9922 604-527-7955 604-438-1113 604-528-8906 604-438-1113 604-218-3338

$459,900 From Mid $200’s Call From $299,900 From $539,900 From $499,900 Call Call Coming Soon Coming Soon Call Coming Soon From $349,800 Coming Soon Call From $439,900 Call Call From $389,900 Call Call From $334,900 From Mid $200s Call From Low $300’s Call From $249,900

SF TH SF SF/LR/TH

www.livethefalls.com 604-795-6938 604-534-5079 604-824-5062 604-858-7179 1-877-858-2408 1-800-830-7175 604-991-5151 604-991-1777 604-991-8250 604-824-6473 1-800-830-7175

From $389,900 From $242,900 From $249,900 Call From $269,900 From $399,900 From $184,900 From $149,900 From $259,900 From $449,900 From $508,000 From $242,900

604-472-1123 604-514-4359 604-931-0302 604-998 8998 604-939-8808 604-942-8416 778-285-6299 604-492-3388 604-939-0018 crownbybeedie.ca 604-942-2672 intracorp.ca 604-936-1888 604-937-2599 604-514-4359 604-939-8874 604-492-4123 604-563-5777 604-464-2701

Call Coming Soon From low $200’s From Low $500’s $264,000 Call Call Call From $208,800 Coming soon From $284,900 Coming Soon From $309,900 From $220,500 Coming Soon From $199,900 Call Call Call

BURNABY Aldynne on the Park Altitude Aviara Brentwood Britton Casa d’oro CentreBlock at Univercity Eden at Edmonds Gold House Highland Park Metrotown Lift Madison Met 1, The Met 2, The Metro One Metro Two Metro Metroplace Modello Novella OakTerra Paddington Mews Redbrick Station Square Storybrook Thurston Trio CHILLIWACK / SARDIS Camden at The Falls Centre Field Englewood Village Garrison Crossing Heron’s Landing Jinkerson Vistas La Cason Radius River Walk Seasons at Cedar Sky Summit Residences, The Townsend Terrace

C O N TA C T

COQUITLAM 1123 Westwood Amberleigh Austin Black+Whites Bloom Bradley House Burke Mountain Heights Charland Como Crown Evergreen Foster Ave Rowhomes Grand Central 2 Hazel Kingston Mackin Park Nest Novella Oasis Penthouse (PH)

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

Live Work (LW)

City Home (CH)

High Rise (HR)

TYPE

Reef Regan’s Walk Riley Secret Ridge Somerton Sterling The Windsor Uptown2 DELTA NORTH DELTA Delta Rise Kaleido Lakeside Luxor South Pointe TSAWWASSEN Brio Tsawwassen Heights Tsawwassen Shores Tsawwassen Springs LANGLEY Athenry Gate Arcadia Cornerstone Elements Exchange Evergreen North Yorkson Focal Point Keaton Ivy Row Kensington Marquee Mason & Green McBride Station Mission Green Parkside Serenity Summerhill Varsity Virtue York York by Mosaic Yorkson Creek Yorkson South MAPLE RIDGE 223 North Albion Station Cascada Cliffstone Edge on Edge Grant Hill Estates Hampstead at Silver Ridge Jackson Park Jackson Ridge Mainstone Creek Meadows Pointe Montgomery Acres Myron’s Muse Parc Vue Pointe, The River’s Edge Robertson Heights Signature at Falcon Centre Spencer’s Green Station One Summit at Grant Hill Two Birds Village Green Village Walk Wellington Station Wynnridge

Mid Rise (MR)

Low Rise (LR)

Loft (LO)

C O N TA C T

PRICE

TH LR TH DP SF SF HR HR

604-288-8909 604-492-0222 604-468-7688 secretridge.ca 604-469-8581 604-464-2260 604-941-8305 604-939-2611

From $349,900 From $259,900 From $349,900 Coming Soon From $699,900 From $689,900 From $324,900 From $278,900

HR TH TH LR SF

604-594-7473 604 871 4192 604-585-7107 604-590-8003 604-584-2908

From $189,900 Coming Soon Call From $199,900 From $699,900

LR SF SF SF/LR

604-943-8811 604-271-7288 604-943-6677 604-948-HOME

Call Call From $499,900 Call

RH TH TH LR TH TH TH LR SF

604-882-8857 04-513-9090 604-534-6000 604-533-7718 604-535-8587 604-648-8956 604-377-7000 604-882-3733 604-999-9323 604-427-3311 604-427-3550 604-852-5382 604-533-0881 604-871-4288 604-648-9428 604-371-1538 604-418-7072 604-539-2200 604-534-6800 604-534-9495 604-882-6758 yorksoncreek.com 778-785-1673

From $137,500 From $279,900 From $189,900 From $199,900 Coming Soon From $645,000 Coming Soon Call for Info Fr. $479,900 inc GST From $199,900 From $268,900 From $324,900 Coming Soon From $314,900 From $480,000 Call for Info From $379,900 From $139,900 Call for Info Call From $259,900 From $179,900 From $440,000

LR TH LR SF LR SF SF SF SF SF LR SF TH LR SF LR SF LR SF LR SF TH TH SF LR SF

604-463-0588 604-351-3261 604-318-5254 604-380-0045 604-466-8783 604-230-3935 604-466-9278 604-805-4668 604-351-3261 604-463-5000 604-522-8970 604-477-2959 604-380-1801 604-467-8884 604-999-2452 604-318-5254 604-380-4708 604-477-1500 778-846-3200 604-467-9300 604-405-4437 604-467-7000 604-476-2292 604-465-6524 604-380-0300 604-466-6388

From $174,900 From $254,900 Call From $549,900 From $149,900 Call From $498,900 Coming Soon Call Call From $189,900 From $509,980 Call Call From $489,900 From $174,900 From $459,900 Call From $528,900 Coming Soon From $769,900 inc gst Call From $279,900 Call From $189,000 Call

LR TH LR LR TH SF LR TH RH LR TH TH TH

Duplex (DP)

Townhouse (TH)

Row Home (RH)

ConneCting buyers to the best new home o p p o r t u n i t i e s i n m e t r o p o l i ta n Va n C o u V e r new h omes starting from the mid $100’s

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n e w h o m e s a l e s and marKeting eXpertise

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 PROJECT

TYPE

C O N TA C T

PRICE

MISSION / HARRISON Fraser Landing Horizons

TH TH

1-888-826-1177 1-888-826-1177

From $249,900 From $319,800

NEW WESTMINSTER 258 on Sixth Alexander Walk Brewery District Canoe Dominion Elliot St English Mews Glass House Lofts Lookout at Victoria Hill, The Northbank Parkside at Victoria Hill Rivers Walk Thompson Landing Trapp & Holbrook

HR TH HR TH MR HR TH LR LR HR HR TH SF HR

604-377-9630 604-779-1292 604-694-1188 aragon.ca 604-525-8980 604-524-8080 604-517-1688 604-520-9890 604-523-0733 604-523-0081 604-523-0733 604-533-3575 604-520-3226 604-525-0223

Call From $349,900 Coming Soon Coming Soon Call Call Call Call Call From $249,900 Call From $469,900 From $476,900 From $299,900

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

604-980-9949 604-988-8800 604-983-9065 604-973-0298 604-929-8870 604-998-8540 604-929-1915 604-986-8138 604-985-0003 604-435-9477 604-998-0219 604-988-0022 604-727-1594 604.986.0007 604-800-2120 604-983-9065 604-924-4488 info@tatlowliving.com 778-985-4676 604-983-9065 604-980-5000 604-980-0016 x61living.com

From $539,900 Coming Soon From Mid $300’s Call From $419,900 Call Call From $259,900 Call From $269,900 From $469,900 Call From $599,900 From $378,900 From $299,900 Call Call Call Coming Soon Call From $509,900 Call From low $200’s Coming Soon

PITT MEADOWS Cedar Downs Liv42

LR LR

778-846-3200 604-460-6601

From $194,900 From $134,900

PORT COQUITLAM Altura Amanti Carmandy Citadel Heights Dominion Fremont Blue Fremont Green La Via Orchid Prima Residences Shaughnessy, The South Verde Valorie on the Park

LR LR LR SF TH TH LR LR LR LR HR LR LR

604-552-5887 604-475-3220 604-435-9477 604-468-2169 604-469-8988 604-552-0319 604-349-9245 604-475-5100 604-866-4206 604-945-3999 604-468-8252 604-468-8640 604-464-4764

From $219,900 From $179,900 From $209,900 From $829,900 Call From$319,900 Call From $169,900 From $149,900 From $219,900 Call Call From $246,900

NORTH VANCOUVER 15 West 221 East 3rd Anchor, The Atrium at the Pier Canyon Springs Capstone CentreView Destiny 2 Drive, The Heywood on the Park Latitudes Local on Lonsdale Loden Green Maplewood North Mill House Northlands Pinnacle Residences at the Pier Remix Tatlow The Ave Boutique Res. Trophy at the Pier Seylynn Village Shore, The x61

Penthouse (PH)

Live Work (LW)

City Home (CH)

High Rise (HR)

PROJECT

TYPE

PORT MOODY Residences, The Station, The

HR TH

C O N TA C T

PRICE

604-552-0552 604-492-3338

Call Call

RICHMOND Alexandra Court Avanti Cadence Concord Gardens Empire Living Gardens, The Grand, The Harmony Kenstone Gate Kingston Gate Modern Estates Monet Elle Opal at Richmond Centre Ora Orchard (Beedie) Pinnacle Lilving at Capstan Pier, The Riga Riva River Inlet River Park Place RiverSky Saffron Tempo Vogue Westminster Terrace

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

604-278-5809 604-276-9186 604-276-8683 604-233-7748 604-244-9622 604 271 3331 604 278 3880 604-278-3939 604-218-3338 604-760-6024 604-788-8833 604-233-7748 604-273-1313 604-303-7575 604-278-8838 live@orchard.ca 604-303-0148 604-274-7326 604-715-1250 604-278-8825 604-233-2633 604-282-7838 604-522-2583 604-270-2482 604-276-8885 604-715-1250 604-204-1077

$319,900 Call Call From $300,000’s Call From $396,900 Call From $322,300 From $529,900 Call Call From $300,000’s Coming Soon From $464,900 Call Coming Soon From $299,900 Call Call Call Call From $229,500 Coming Soon Call From $283,900 Call Call

SQUAMISH / WHISTLER Elaho Ocean Crest Ravens Plateau Aqua University Heights

TH SF SF TH/LR LR

604-898-2232 604-896-2235 1-888-852-7575 1-877-344-5566 1-888-852-7575

Coming Soon From $1,298,000 Call From $239,000 Call

SUNSHINE COAST SECHELT SilverStone Heights

SF

604-741-1877

From $479,900

SURREY 3 Civic Plaza Ashbury Hill Ascend Balance Bishop Creek Blackberry Walk Boardwalk Brixton Brookside Canvas Connect Creekside Edgewood Esplanade at Waterstone Eton Fusion G3 Residences Guildford Greens Heights Highcrest Highlands Horizons Hyde Park Joi Living Kendra Latis Latitude Lingo Lumina Madison Manarola The Maple

HR TH LR LR TH TH TH TH TH TH LR TH TH LR TH TH HR TH TH TH SF SF TH TH TH LR LR LR LR TH LR TH

604-951-3331 604-953-1211 604-596-2202 tiensher.com 604-588-0005 604-501-6119 604.506.1852 604-503-0483 604-372-2071 604-598-8873 778-395-1886 604-372-0400 604-644-7811 604-530-5399 604-953-0833 778-578-9779 604-453-6688 604-307-0400 604-538-8888 604-584-7273 778-565-7768 778-565-7768 604-506-1852 604-574-8888 604-590-9122 604-575-0669 604-596-5075 604-727-5478 604-727-5478 604-543-6262 604-825-1038 604-720-7478

Call Starting at $279,900 From $170’s Coming Soon From $354,900 Call From $341,900 From 299,900 Fr. $279,900 Call From $118,800 High $200’s From $344,900 From $219,900 Starting at $341,900 From $344,900 Call From $349,900 Coming Soon Fr. $345,900 Call for Info Call for Info Call From $339,000 From $329,900 From $194,900 From $264,900 From $159,900 From $274,900 From $323,000 From $179,900 Incl. GST Call

Mid Rise (MR)

Low Rise (LR)

Loft (LO)

Duplex (DP)

Townhouse (TH)

Row Home (RH)

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PROJECT

TYPE

Oliver’s Lane One 44 Panorama Station Panorama Woods Park Avenue West Park Place Village Quattro 3 Redwood Rockwoods, The Silverwood Teo Ultra at West Village Verve The Walks University District Wave Wynd Zen CLOVERDALE Clayton Heights The Grove MacKenzie Estates One92 Salix Uptown Clayton Village

PRICE

PROJECT

SF TH TH TH HR TH LR TH TH TH TH TH/HR LR TH HR HR HR TH

604-543-3868 604-503-6402 604-372-2275 778-593-9954 604-583-9866 604-617-7763 604-581-8000 604-503-6929 604-503-1188 silverwoodliving.com 604-288-8981 604-588-6999 604-588-3783 604-440-8070 604-588-5795 604-951-9283 604-951-9283 604-355-0166

From $489,900 From $298,500 From $299,800 From $314,900 From $250’s From $359,000 From $159,900 Call for Info From Low $300’s From Low $300’s From Low $300’s From $186,900 From $160’s Call From $221,900 Call From $199,900 Call

TH/DU TH TH LR/TH LR TH

604-723-4497 604-533-6968 604-538-2125 604-576-1772 604-530-0054 778-574-0146

From $549,900 Starting From $269,900 From $349,900 From $199,900 From $241,900 From $329,900

604-879-9996 604-338-5233 burrardgateway.ca 604-783-1044 604-781-4303 604-620-6692 604-620-2018 604-682-8813 604-687-4353 604-879-2010 604-899-8800 604-685-0855 604-682-8107 604-876-9222 604-568-8283 604-893-8958

From $327,400 Call Coming Soon Coming Soon Call From $349,900 From $239,900 From $269,900 Call From $465,900 From $300’s From $349,900 Call From $685,000 From $268,000 Call

VANCOUVER & AREA DOWNTOWN 999 Seymour HR Addition HR Burrard Gateway HR Eventide LR Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates HR Fairmont Pacific Rim Estates HR Keefer 188 LR Keefer Block LR Mark, The HR Modern HR One Pacific HR Pacific Pt HR Private Residences at Hotel Georgia, The HR Sapphire, The HR Tate Downtown HR Vancouver House HR EAST SIDE 238 W Broadway LR Bohème LR Brock East LR Charm LR Cordovan LR Focal LR The Independent at Main Gem, The LR Grandview Cascades TH Jade LR Kensington Gardens LR Killarney Ridge RH/DP Killarney Ridge SF Laureates, The Local LR Main Street LR Marquee on the Drive LR Mercer by Cressey LR Oxford, The LR Oxford LR Rhythm MR Shine MR Skyway HR Triumph TH View 388 LR The Heatley at Strathcona Village MR Vya MR Wall Centre Central Park HR Woodshire TH Penthouse (PH)

C O N TA C T

238westbroadway.ca Call 604-569-3388 From $227,900 604-715-6060 Starting at $299,900 604-330-8838 From $266,900 cordovan.ca Coming Soon 604-563-6777 Coming Soon independentatmain.ca Coming Soon liveatthegem.com Coming Soon grandviewcascades.com Coming Soon 604-338-5233 Call 604-620-7886 Call 604-961-2861 Coming Soon Killarneyridge.ca Coming Soon 604-221-4450 Now Previewing 604-688-5527 From $349,900 604-877-1116 From $339,900 604-559-2011 $329,900 604-879-6400 Call 604-779-0091 Starting at $239,900 604-779-0091 Call 603-437-5315 From $389,900 604-261-3936 Call 604-436-1100 Call 604-563-6200 Call 604-330-8838 From $219,900 604-683-0900 From $199,900 604-559-1070 From $239,999 604-874-9232 From $299,900 604-719-1700 From $420,900

Live Work (LW)

City Home (CH)

High Rise (HR)

TYPE

WEST SIDE 41West 5555 Dunbar W10th & Maple Alder Crossing Aperture Arbutus Ridge Binning Tower Block 100 Cambie & 7th Cambie Star Cambria Canvas Central Citti Elizabeth Empire at QE Park Granville at 70th Kerrisdale Gardens Kits360 Lido Livingstone House MC2 Meccanica Midtown Northwest Oak One, The Opsal Parc Elise Pinnacle Living at False Creek Pinnacle Living Broadway Prodigy Q16 Radius Sail Shannon Wall Centre Kerrisdale Sixth & Steel Sixth and Willow The Laureates Tisdale Tower Green at West Village on False Creek, The Vya WEST VANCOUVER 23rd and Bellevue Evelyn Kerrisdale by Cressey WHITE ROCK / SOUTH SURREY Adagio Avra Belcroft, The Beverley Blu Breeze Elevate at the Hamptons Elgin House Essence at the Hamptons Gemini George Grandview Heights Headwaters Heights, The Hycroft Rowhouses Hyde Park Juniper Morgan Heights Morgan Living Newport at West Beach On The Course Promenade Royce Sakura Saltaire Sausalito Southbrooke South Point Walk The Village at Southwood Winter Street Woods

Mid Rise (MR)

Low Rise (LR)

Loft (LO)

C O N TA C T

MR LR MR/TH TH/Studios LR/TH MR HR HR HR/TH MR LR MR HR MR LR LR HR MR LR HR LH/TH HR MR LR HR TH MR/HR HR MR/TH MR MR MR TH LR MR LR TH TH HR TH HR MR LR HR LR LR LR HR TH MR TH TH DU LR TH LR TH TH LR TH/LR TH TH SF SF SF LR TH LR LR TH LR MR SF LR/TH SF LR TH Duplex (DP)

PRICE

41westliving.com 604-568-7551 604-239-2080 604-600-5405 778-616-7008 604-738-0001 604-646-1111 604-682-8801 604-568-5060 cambiestar.com 604-325-2216 604-875-8508 604-662-3373 604-880-6880 604-687-8800 604-568-5060 604-687-2298 604-559-9848 604-737-0360 604-872-2672 livingstonehouse.ca 604-638-9998 604-876-8819 604-563-3330 604-325-5151 604-418-6809 604-874-8368 604-876-7332 604-336-6380 604-874-8368 604-739-2080 604-221-8878 604-263-8090 604-731-5522 604-221-8878 604-267-8882 sixthandwillow.com 604-336-2800 604-221-4450 778-846-5990 604-707-9378 604-733-2010 604-559-1070

Coming Soon From $349,900 From $429,900 From $290,000 From $$450 Call From $499,900 Call Call Coming Soon Call Call Call Call Coming Soon Call Call From $540,900 From $379,900 From $513,900 Coming Soon Call From $349,900 Call Call Starting at $749,800 From $349,900 Call From $290,900 From $369,900 From $399,900 From high $300s Call Call Call Call Coming Soon Call Call Call Call From $414,500 From $239,999

cressey.com 604-922-0330 cressey.com

Coming Soon Call Coming Soon

604-531-6659 From $288,900 604-531-9030 From $319,900 604-568-8830 From $649,900 cressey.com Coming Soon 604-782-5258 From $599,900 incl. GST 604-582-1113 Call 604-723-4497 From $629,900 604-514-8092 From $259,900 604-723-4497 From $399,800 604-536-1663 Call 604-571-6400 Call discovergrandviewheights.com 604-535-1451 From $232,900 778-545-8737 Call 605-541-2495 From 549,900 hydeparkliving.ca Coming soon liveatjuniper.ca From $769,000 604-560-1053 Call 604-385-0551 From $699,000 604-536-0256 Call 604-385-0111 From $300’s 604-531-1111 From $314,900 604-538-8028 From $314,900 604-538-5588 Call for Info 604-560-1656 Call 604-531-2200 Call 604-805-2941 Call 604-560-3238 From $230’s 604-560-3450 $729,900 604-364-7455 From $299,900 604-538-8876 From $379,900 Townhouse (TH)

Row Home (RH)

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