Quick & Easy Kitchen Organization Hacks

Kim PhillipsTips, Lifestyle

There is no better time than spring and summer to tackle the organizational projects you’ve been putting off. The kitchen is often the place that sees the most activity in our homes. With the kitchen being such a high traffic space, it can be easy for cupboards to become cluttered and disorganized. The key with kitchen organization is to tackle … Read More

New Mortgage Stress Test Rules Start June 1st

Kim PhillipsReal Estate

For many Canadians, buying a home represents the most significant financial investment they will ever make. However, the dream of homeownership is becoming increasingly out of reach due to soaring housing prices, affecting middle-class citizens nationwide and prompting concerns about market stability. In response to these market conditions, starting on June 1st, 2021, the Office of the Superintendent of Financial … Read More

Spring & Summer Home Maintenance Checklist

Kim PhillipsTips

Spring has arrived in the Lower Mainland! In fact, there have been days recently that feel like summer weather may be soon on the horizon. With sunnier days ahead, we’ve put together a helpful checklist for your Spring & Summer Home Maintenance. The early days of spring are a great time to assess how last year’s maintenance work held up … Read More

FREE Download – House Hunting Checklist

Kim PhillipsFree Digital Downloads

Whether you’re purchasing a home for the first time, or the fifth, house hunting is always an exciting time! When you start going to showings, it can become difficult to remember the features of each home that you’re viewing. We’ve created this handy checklist that you can print at home and bring with you to each showing.  It’s worthwhile to … Read More

OSFI Considers Increasing Stress Test For Uninsured Mortgages

Kim PhillipsReal Estate

Sound residential mortgage underwriting is always important for the safety and stability of financial institutions; today it is more important than ever. – Jeremy Rudin, Superintendent The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) restarted its consultation on the minimum qualifying rate for uninsured mortgages, and re-emphasized the importance of sound mortgage underwriting. This is likely stemming from several … Read More

Easter Long Weekend Activities For Families

Kim PhillipsCommunity

Easter is indeed a magical time, especially when it ushers in the warmth, the melodious chirping of birds, and the burst of new life in gardens. Here in Surrey, the sight of cherry blossoms beginning to flower adds to the season’s charm. The springtime atmosphere in the Lower Mainland is truly enchanting and offers a perfect backdrop for the holiday. … Read More

Your BC Property Assessment For 2021

Kim PhillipsInside Fraser Valley, Real Estate

It’s that time of year again! The B.C. Assessment Authority released its online record of property valuations for 2020. BC Assessment collects, monitors and analyzes property data throughout the year. Property assessments are based on property values as of July 1st of every year. Interested in learning more about the assessment process, appeals and what the results mean for you? … Read More