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August stats:Market momentum carries into AugustThe number of home sales in Greater Vancouver increased significantly last month compared to August 2008 and moved closer in line with the active summer months experienced between 2003 and 2007.The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential property sales in Greater ...

www.AlphonseQ.com  The "Q" Report  In a forecast released today, the National Association of Realtors lowered its expectations for existing-home sales to 5.02 million in 2008 and new-home sales to 487,000 as unemployment concerns grow. These figures are down from expectations one month ago of 5.04 million resale homes and ...

Whether you are buying or selling a home, it's crucial to include a thorough home inspection as part of the process. It might be tempting to save a couple of dollars by passing on a home inspection, however this short sighted approach could end up costing you big time in repairs, such as leaky roof or an unsound foundation. Here are some other ...

www.AlphonseQ.com  Using data from GlobalPropertyGuide.com, an international real estate research firm, have listed the top 10 worlds most overpriced real estate markets (cities).1. Monaco 2. Rome 3. Paris 4. Madrid 5. Los Angeles6. Vancouver 7. Vienna 8. Auckland 9. Zurich 10. OsloHousing Trends - Forbes World's Most Overpriced Real ...

The Government of Canada today announced adjustments to the rules for government guaranteed mortgages aimed at protecting and strengthening the Canadian housing market. The new measures include:Fixing the maximum amortization period for new government-backed mortgages to 35 years;Requiring a minimum down payment of five per cent for new ...

[calendar:2008-03-30 2008-03-30] Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver Homes  -  We invite everyone to visit our open house at 407-138 East Esplanade on March 30 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Drop by and check it out you will not be dissapointed...New Price - $418,678 Property information

Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver  -  Announcing a new price on 407-138 East Esplanade, a 686 sq. ft., 1 bath, 1 bdrm apartment 1 year old concrete consrtuction. Now MLS® $418,678 - . Take a look at what is currently available in a one bedroom luxury apartments and you will agree the value offered in this particular ...