Archive for August, 2009

Choosing a New Apartment – Bring the tape!

househunt2There are many homeowners who have been faced by the same predicament though few would admit it, having found a new home, they are overwhelmed by joy they forgot to measure the larger pieces of furniture. They end up either getting a storage rental unit to store the stuff that won’t fit or settle to sell them outright to anybody who wants it to buy new ones that would fit the spaces in their new apartment. These are just some of the frustrating events that if it was thought of ahead of time, would’ve saved you and your landlord a lot of trouble. You may even end up paying your new landlord due to damage you have inflicted onto the property as you moved into your unit. Before going on a final inspection of the unit you aim to rent, take a measuring tape and jot down the dimensions of your furniture, especially ones that cannot be taken apart. (more…)

Chilliwack

2.jpgThe City of Chilliwack, which lays East of Vancouver marks the beginning of the Fraser Valley, is often referred to as the Green Heart that provides a country feeling to its residents and visitors alike. Land use is highly respected in these parts and is primarily utilized for farming. This rapidly expanding city provides affordable homesteads that continue to pour into the valley’s floor.

Centre Rock provides one of the more beautiful locations with huge backyards including a visitor parking that service a two storey, three bedrooms Town home fitted with raised oak panel kitchen, hardwood floors, crown moldings and corner gas fireplace for an affordable monthly rent.

Giving it a shot.

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by: Christine Zafra
There are certain houses that have been listed in the market as for sale for almost a year now. Yes, there are. And if you think these houses are not worth a try, you might want to change your mind.
Give the seller a ring. You have to find out for yourself why his or her house isn’t doing very good in real estate. Sometimes, sellers have other concerns as to why their houses have been listed for so long. Some find their houses hard to let go (although it’s ironic, they shouldn’t have sold it in the first place) and whole lot variety of other personal reasons. Try to meet up the seller and take your chance.