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Playing The Averages: Vancouver Real Estate 2022

January 29th, 2022, Owen Bigland

As I have been advocating on my blog for the past 11 years, and to my clients for over 20 years....Keep It Simple! Buy your principal residence, enjoy it and keep it. Max out your RRSP and TFSA via low cost index funds from Vanguard and i-Shares then tune out all the short term noise. Remember the odds that the Vancouver Real Estate Market or the S&P 500 going up in any given year are heavily in your favour. Most years.. not every year, they will go up and longer you hold the home or equity the better your odds become.
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1801 1415 W GEORGIA STREET, Vancouver West, BC

January 27th, 2022, Owen Bigland

I just finished uploading this Apartment/Condo for sale, 1801 1415 W GEORGIA STREET, Vancouver West, BCEnjoy many comforts and modern conveniences in this FULLY RENOVATED, AIR-CONDITIONED 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 balcony home. This enviable CORNER unit has 1,286 sqft of open concept living with WATER, CITY & MOUNTAIN VIEWS. Located in the highly desirable COAL HARBOUR neighbourhood. No expenses were spared in redesigning this home including Bosch appliances, Steam and Rain Shower, Premium Stone Countertops in kitchen/bar/bathrooms, High Quality Fixtures, Custom Cabinetry / Recessed Ceiling Lights / Surround Sound Speakers throughout, Radiant Floors, Solar Powered Blinds, Built-in Murphy Bed in 2nd bdrm, and many more updates. Mins to Waterfron ...
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Managing Your Rental Properties

January 25th, 2022, Owen Bigland

Unless my investor clients are living out of the Lower Mainland, I always encourage my them to rent and manage their own properties as opposed to hiring a professional property manager. I have several well experienced property managers I’m happy to refer to my out of town investors. But I feel doing the management yourself is always the best way. Here are some tips and suggestions for properly doing the job yourself.
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Pessimism: The Success Killer

January 22nd, 2022, Owen Bigland

Mark Twain once said "There is no sadder sight than a young pessimist". Look no further than the comments sections of any article on Vancouver Real Estate or Investing, for further proof of this. Success is never going to come to you or be easy.. instead you need to go attack life and find it thru hard work and discipline. This is the way it has always been and the way it will continue to be.
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902 1088 QUEBEC STREET, Vancouver East, BC

January 20th, 2022, Owen Bigland

I just finished uploading this Apartment/Condo for sale, 902 1088 QUEBEC STREET, Vancouver East, BCTHE VICEROY by Bosa is conveniently located in the heart of False Creek. This 2 bed and 2 bath newly fully renovated home offers spacious room for living, WFH, and entertainment. Sleek gourmet kitchen with new stainless steel appliances & quartz countertops. Brand new W&D; multi-zone ambient and diffused lighting; gas fire place. East facing city and mountain views with ample sunlight. 1 parking and locker. Great amenities including exercise room, indoor pool, hot tub, hot/warm sauna, etc. New elevators, EV charging, and comprehensive-building re-piping done. Enjoy your living at this convenient and quiet location that's close to everythin ...
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1011 445 W 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver West, BC

January 20th, 2022, Owen Bigland

I just finished uploading this Apartment/Condo for sale, 1011 445 W 2ND AVENUE, Vancouver West, BCFANTASTIC LOCATION AND VIEW at this bright corner airy unit at Maynards Block. Steps from Skytrain and close to Downtown, Science World, and Granville Island. Step outside and walk around the seawall or go shop and eat along Cambie and False Creek. Starbucks, Whole Foods, Homesense, Canadian Tire, Home Depot, Save on Foods, Nook and Craft Beer are a few minutes away. This beautiful and functional home features an open-concept floorplan complete with granite countertop and ss appliances. Rented month to month. Pets allowed with restrictions, day and night concierge, spacious gym and yoga room, meeting room and EV friendly building in a very ...
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1801 1415 W GEORGIA STREET, Vancouver West, BC

January 20th, 2022, Owen Bigland

I just sold this Apartment/Condo at 1801 1415 W GEORGIA STREET, Vancouver West, BC Coal Harbour.View this recently sold Apartment/Condo or see all my home sales
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215 1080 PACIFIC STREET, Vancouver West, BC

January 20th, 2022, Owen Bigland

I just sold this Apartment/Condo at 215 1080 PACIFIC STREET, Vancouver West, BC West End VW.View this recently sold Apartment/Condo or see all my home sales
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Is Vancouver The Best North American City?

January 18th, 2022, Owen Bigland

Came across a Youtube video from a large US based channel with 100’s of thousands of views and subscribers entitled: Is Vancouver the best North American City? It talked about Vancouverism and how many cities in the world are now trying to emulate Vancouver's urban planing formula. The most entertaining part of the video for me was the comments section. Not surprising it was mostly negative and full of complainers and pessimists. Check it out for yourself and see if you agree.
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Taking Ownership Of Your Financial Future

January 15th, 2022, Owen Bigland

I continue to see people living in a constant state of fear. Inflation, the economy, interest rates, etc. Most being financial fears. Most of these fears could be greatly reduced or eliminated all together if you have control over your financial future, and have set in motion a plan of action to achieve and maintain financial security for life. It’s not difficult at all if you start early and stick to a proven strategy of buy and hold.
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