Karen Boies

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  • Who knew a health crisis would spur on a Vancouver real estate boom?

    VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – Prices are up, and buyers are bidding. As the option of remote work continues, the demand for property is also continuing to rise. One of the country’s leading brokerages says there is a real estate boom in Vancouver, and while low interest rates and pent-up demand are factors, the pandemic has

  • B.C. real estate: Markets outside Vancouver driving detached home sales

    Momentum in B.C.’s buoyant real estatemarket is coming from outside Vancouver, especially in the Fraser Valley and the Okanagan, as buyers continue to seek detached homes. “Normally, we see kind of a seasonal slowing,” said chief economist Brendon Ogmundson of the B.C. Real Estate Association. Detached home sales have continued rising for months during the

  • 10 DIY home renovations for the thrifty homeowner

    Whether you’re preparing to sell your home or staying put and craving a refresh, you may be concerned about how renovations can impact your budget. If you’re willing to put in some time and get a little dirty, these DIY projects will help you update your home without taking out a second mortgage. 1. Clean your vinyl