Where Should I Buy Real Estate in Surrey?
If you are considering purchasing a home in Surrey, I invite you to join the neighborhood! Having grown up in Surrey (where I still reside) I can assure you there are a number of great neighborhoods to consider. Each neighborhood [...]
What’s the BC Real Estate Market Going to Do?
“Many Canadians feel now is a great time to buy a home, but not for them personally.” This was the general consensus found by a recent survey conducted by the Royal Bank of Canada. Of the 2,006 participants surveyed, 59% [...]
Home Reno Projects That Earn the Biggest Returns
Have you gotten caught up in the home renovation craze? If you are into popular TV shows such as “Love or List It” or “Extreme Home Makeover” maybe you are considering making a few improvements around your home. Whether you [...]
How Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster – 6 Tips for BC Home Owners
Do you dream of being mortgage free one day? Here are six tips to help you pay off your mortgage sooner and save you thousands of dollars in the process. The best part is that you will hardly notice a [...]
5 Tips for Getting Your House Ready to Sell This Spring
Today is the first official day of spring even though in Greater Vancouver our weather lately has been anything but springy. Did you know that spring is the busiest season for Surrey Delta real estate? The warm weather opens people [...]
Get Answers at Local First-Time Home Buyers Seminar
In case you haven’t heard there is a great FREE event coming up this April right here in Surrey, BC. It’s the 18th Annual First-Time Home Buyers Seminar hosted by the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association taking place on April [...]
House Hunting Checklist for Surrey Home Buyers
Buying a home in Surrey or another community in Greater Vancouver? Here are five tips I share with all my clients to help make the house-hunt much easier and more enjoyable. 1. Write Your Wish List At the start of [...]
Transitional Changes to BC’s Harmonized Sales Tax (HST)
Do you know how recent changes to the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) Transitional Rules affect you as a prospective new home buyer? On February 17, 2012 the provincial government announced significant changes to the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) Transitional Rules [...]
It’s Easy to be GREEN in Vancouver, BC
As our planet’s population continues to increase, we continue to hear more and more about environmental responsibility and living “green”. This generation of children is probably more aware than ever of this increasing need to pay attention to how our lifestyle [...]
Maple Ridge Rated Second Best Real Estate Market in B.C.
Recent reports indicated Maple Ridge Real Estate is expected to outperform the rest of the province in the next 3-5 years. New accessibility via bridges opens it up for residents and companies looking for a lower cost location to buy. [...]
How to Choose a Surrey, BC Real Estate Agent
Ready to buy or sell a home in the Vancouver, BC area? Looking for a Surrey Real Estate Agent to help you? The first, and possibly best place to start, is to ask friends and family for referrals. They can [...]
The REALTORS Care® 2011 Blanket Drive
For years, I have been proud to participate in the annual REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive, the longest running blanket drive in the Lower Mainland! As a Surrey Real Estate Agent, I felt it was important to support the community in [...]
Surrey Condominium Ownership – Is it for You?
I recently read this quote about condo sales: “Condominiums are undeniably the biggest game changer for real estate over the past decade, especially in British Columbia and Alberta, where they comprise 25 to 50 per cent of residential sales.” - [...]
Let’s Go Shopping in Surrey, BC!
For many people, living close to stores where they most often shop can be an important factor when deciding where to buy a home. Investing in a Surrey home, or surrounding areas, puts you in close proximity to abundant and fabulous [...]
Giving Back to Our Local Surrey Community
While there are people and families in need throughout the year in our communities, the holidays seem to make the question, "How can I help?", a bit simpler. As we gather with family and celebrate our blessings and abundance, our [...]
What to Consider When Buying a Home in BC
So you have decided you are ready to buy your dream home. Where do you begin? The first step is to identify several key factors that will ensure you find a home that is right for you. First, consider your [...]
Understanding Canadian Home Ownership Options
As you begin your search for your dream home, you may run across some unfamiliar terms related to the types of property in Canada. It is important that you understand the differences so you can make the financial choice that [...]
Why Buy Real Estate and Live in Surrey, BC
Homes for sale in Surrey BC are ever growing in popularity. Centrally located, Surrey is just a 35 minute drive northwest to Vancouver and located directly north of the US Border, with two International border crossings. Hosting a diverse population [...]
Surrey International Writer’s Conference October 21-23, 2011
The Surrey International Writers’ Conference has been called the best writers’ conference in North America by presenters and participants alike. “To inspire, educate and motivate aspiring and experienced writers alike” has been the goal of the Surrey International Writers’ Conference [...]
2011 Vancouver International Film Festival Sep 29-Oct 14
One of the many attractions of living in Greater Vancouver is the ready availability of fine arts. This is especially true of the upcoming Vancouver International Film Festival. VIFF is among the five largest film festivals in North America. They screen [...]
Your Surrey Real Estate Agent of Choice
Welcome to my new Sutton WestCoast Realty website featuring current MLS® Listings for Surrey, South Surrey, White Rock, Langley and other great cities in the Fraser Valley. I hope you find it useful and easy to navigate. If you are [...]