My East Van Blog

The PuSh International Festival

The PuSh International Performing Arts Festival is one of Vancouver's signature events. Produced over three weeks each January, the PuSh Festival presents groundbreaking work in the live performing arts.

The PuSh Festival expands the horizons of Vancouver artists and audiences with work that is visionary, genre-bending, multi-disciplined, startling and original. The Festival showcases acclaimed int... read more.

Dine Out Vancouver is Back

Dine Out Vancouver is fast approaching—it runs from January 20 to February 5—and you can now peruse menus online at tourismvancouver.com/dov/. The largest restaurant festival in Canada has 225 eateries participating, with set menus at $18, $28, or $38 per person. Seats at hot spots book up in a flash, but keep in mind that 25 restaurants are offering set lunches, too.

Location Location Location

Interview posted by News 1130:

When it comes to resale value, being close to amenities is something both buyers and sellers should consider, explains Ian Martin with Real Estate Weekly.

Of course we want to be close to everything, but Martin reminds us there is some give and take to consider. "Compromise on size of home, size of lot, location and proximity... the reality is market prices are extrem... read more.

BC Assessment for 2012 is Out

BC Assessment released its data on the value of homes in the province yesterday.  While some areas saw values skyrocket, others dropped.  Take a look to see how your property's value (and your property taxes) have changed.  If you have any questions about the value, don't hesitate to contact our team. 

• Vancouver's 192,000 property owners can expect large increases
• Single family homeowners in Vancouver... read more.

Housing Marketing Prediction for 2012 by CMHC

In 2011, Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation (CMHC) predicted price growth of just three per cent, tempered by an expectation of higher interest rates, but interest rates stayed low and prices ultimately jumped 16 to 17 per cent.

In 2012, CMHC predicts the market will stabilize and show modest growth in line with inflation. 
“I’d say it’s a pretty stable market out there. We’re not expecting to see... read more.