My much anticipated new book “Along for the Ride. Getting your money working for you through real estate and stock" is now available on Amazon.ca (http://bit.ly/Owen_Bigland) and Amazon.com (http://bit.ly/OwenBigland_us) in both paperback and digital (Kindle) Below is the official press release Press Release - “Along for the Ride” “Outraged by Vancouver’s “Lazy” Real Estate Millionaires? Think Again, Says Owen Bigland”---------------------------------------------------------- VANCOUVER, BC. - March 20, 2017 - In recent years, Vancouver has seen the rise of a new controversial group. These are the so-called “lazy” millionaires. People who have made their millions just by owning property during Vancouver’s real estate boom. Havin ...

Recently I have had several viewers ask me my opinion on buying an investment unit in the Whalley area of Surrey. My advice would be: If you’ve done your homework on the numbers, and you’re willing to buy and put a tenant in there for the long haul (ie 10, 15, 25 years or more), then go for it. You just can’t lose on that type of long term buy and hold strategy. With 20% down your tenant’s rent check every month will be enough to cover your interest payment on the mortgage, your maintenance fees, property taxes and repairs and at the current 2.3% 3 year mortgage interest rate, most of your principal payments as well. An area that I have been bullish on and selling to a lot of first time buyers and investors is New Westminster. Right ...

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 2506 950 CAMBIE STREET, Vancouver West, BCPACIAC PLACE LAND MARK with spacious floor plan, 1081 sqft. 2 bdrm/2 bath+ den (possible 3rd bdrm)

Sometimes markets and neighbourhoods can get a little ahead of themselves. That’s what I’m seeing on a new pre-sale development near the Kingsgate mall on East Broadway. They currently are offering 1 bed/1bath units at 619 sq ft for $728,900. When you add GST and PTT that’s $778,000. That comes in at over $1200 a sq foot. At that price you could take your pick of a number of quality 1 bedroom units in much more established West side neighbourhoods like the West End or Kits or Downtown Vancouver. In the past there was a much larger gap in prices between the West side and East side however over the past 2 years that gap has narrowed. With this current pre-sale price there is virtually no difference in price between East and West. In m ...

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 404 1205 HASTINGS STREET, Vancouver West, BCCielo - Rare to find in prestigious Coal Harbour well-known building, this beautiful spacious 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrm suite with a view of harbour green park and water. Contemporary finishes with open kitchen, gas cook top, energy efficient geo-thermal systems, A/C,2 parking, large covered balcony. Newer Fridge, Washer & Dryer(Maytag),Quality laminate floors and Entertainment wall unit in living room additional shelving in pantry, so much more to be mentioned. Urban fare located below for your convenience. Stroll down to the seawalk.. 24 hrs concierge. Incredible investment opportunity or move in ready.

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 14 10920 SPRINGMONT DRIVE, Richmond, BCWell maintained and updated 3 bedroom townhome with a great STEVESTON location! Features include laminate flooring throughout main level, nicely updated bath, large living room and master bdrm areas. One of the largest backyards you will ever see in a townhouse with huge newer deck and hot tub for great entertaining! Located on the transit line and is only a quick 15 minute walk to Garry Point park, Village shops and restaurants. Not much out there, this one is worth seeing! Open Saturday, March 18th, 2-4 PM.

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 111 3451 SPRINGFIELD DRIVE, Richmond, BCABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 2 bedroom 2 bathroom approx: 982sqft unit in Steveston! Turn Key fully renovated open concept living offering a large "chef size" kitchen with custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, fully updated bathrooms, gorgeous granite countertops, gleaming wide plank laminate floors and a massive walk-in closet in the master bedroom. Problem Free building with FULL Rainscreen, New double glazed windows, South Facing Patio, Lots of Storage, 1 parking spot, Plenty of Visitor Parking near the unit, Outdoor Pool, and BBQ Outdoor Area. Fabulous Location! Walking distance to Manoah Steves Elementar ...

Be sure to subscribe to my YouTube channel to receive notifications of my new blogs.It’s been 6 months since the Provincial Government introduced a 15% tax on all foreign buyers of Lower Mainland Real Estate. Here’s an update on the Vancouver condo and detached market as of March 2017.   

I just finished uploading this House for sale, 3510 OXFORD STREET, Vancouver East, BCLots of character and charm of this 5 bedrooms home situated on a level quiet street with water and mountain view. Fantastic floor plan with living room , formal dining room , spacious recent upgraded kitchen and bathroom. One bedroom on main !loor. 2 bedroom and den on upper floor. 3 years ago New 2 bedroom and kitchen basement suite separate entrance. SS appliance up, Furnace and drain tiles around the house. Open House March 11 & 12 Sat & Sun 2-4 PM

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 2702 1351 CONTINENTAL STREET, Vancouver West, BC"MADDOX" built by Cressey. Beautiful corner unit facing north and east with city and mountain view. 1 bedroom plus Den, 653sf, 1 parking and 1 storage locker. Italian cabinetry and European appliances, hardwood flooring throughout, heated floor tile in bathroom, air-conditioning. 24 hours concierge service, fitness room, rooftop area with social lounge.