In 2018, Bryan Velve was the number one realtor at RE/MAX Crest Realty on Vancouver’s westside, and 12th out of 560 RE/MAX Metro realtors in North Vancouver, Burnaby, West Vancouver, Downtown and the Westside of Vancouver. All of this is not possible without the trust and confidence placed in us by our clients. Thank you […]
Buying a home
How to win a real estate bidding war
Negotiating your way through the maze of real estate sales and jargon raises many questions. Don’t worry. That’s why I’m here! So, today let’s talk about bidding wars and how best to handle them. Here are a few tips to help you win! Pre-inspect the home You will need to write a great offer. In […]
Real estate investment basics
Imagine being a land baron; building an empire of rental properties and receiving a steady stream of passive rental income. Wouldn’t that be nice? Wait! Before you wave goodbye to your boss and dive head first into the world of real estate investments, here are some basic terms to become familiar with. Capitalization (“Cap”) rate […]
3 things to consider before downsizing your home
Are you dreaming of selling up your family home and moving to a smaller place with easy maintenance? Perhaps a move to the suburbs, a rural area or even inter-province? Here are three things to think about as you ponder the next chapter in your life. Timing is everything Watch the gap in value between what […]
Housing affordability: From Boomers to Millennials
I had a conversation with my mother about how my kids and the younger generation will afford homes in Vancouver one day, and how it almost seems impossible without help to do so. The response was quite surprising. Perseverance, hard work and sacrifice Instead of agreeing with me she told me of how people faired […]
Moving house checklist
Let’s not sugarcoat this. Moving house is stressful! It’s a change in life, a transition, venturing into unfamiliar territory, and it can cause a lot of anxiety. Preparation and planning are key, so we’ve put together a handy guide to help you get ready for the big day. 6 weeks before moving Call for moving […]
8 common mistakes that homebuyers make
Vancouver is experiencing an incredibly competitive market for homebuyers. The best way to ensure that you secure the home of your dreams is to be well prepared! Here are some common mistakes that you should be aware of to help make your home buying endeavours a happy and stress-free experience: 1. Failing to use the […]