Monday 27 October 2014

Vancouver-Real-Estate-Five-costs-to-consider-when-buying-your-new-home




Here are five costs to consider when buying your home:

 

1. Down payment

Have you saved enough for a down payment on your home? The amount of your payment is determined by what kind of mortgage you have and can be as little as five per cent down. Here are the two types of mortgages that determine the required down payment:
  • High-ratio mortgage – your down payment is less than 20 per cent of the purchase price
  • Conventional mortgage – your down payment is at least 20 per cent of the purchase price

 

2. Appraisal fee

Before approving your mortgage, some providers will require an appraisal of the home, which can cost from $200 to $400.
Additionally, at a cost comparable to the appraisal, some lenders might require an up-to-date survey of the property.

 

3. Home inspection fee

Once your offer has been accepted, a home inspection can be conducted as a condition of the sale. As the buyer, home inspections are highly recommended and often help to uncover any problems the house may have. This process could potentially save you a lot of money in the long run. While they vary in price, home inspections can cost anywhere from $400 to $800.

 

4. Legal fee

In order to make the purchase of your home official, you’ll need a lawyer, or notary, to sign off, something that could cost you in the range of $1,000 to $1,500.

 

5. Property transfer fee

Did you know that you, the buyer, are responsible for paying the property transfer tax? This tax is calculated at a rate of one per cent on the first $200,000 of the property’s fair market value, and two per cent on the remainder balance.

For further information on buying a new home or selling your home don't hesitate to Call Carmen at 604.218.4846


Yours,

 Carmen Leal

Tuesday 24 June 2014

Strathcona Village: Great Investment Opportunity!!!!

To Schedule a Private Viewing Email CARMEN at carmen@CarmenLeal.ca

For more information contact Carmen Leal at 604.218.4846
Vancouver Realtor
Vancouver Real estate
Gastown Real estate


 


Yours,

Carmen Leal  *Real Estate Services      
 Macdonald Realty Ltd.
 Website: www.carmenleal.ca 
 Email: carmen@carmenleal.ca
 Direct: 604-218-4846

* THE HIGHEST COMPLIMENT I CAN RECEIVE IS THE REFERRAL OF YOUR FRIEND, FAMILY, OR BUSINESS ASSOCIATE. THANK YOU KINDLY IN ADVANCE!
   
 


Friday 4 April 2014

Vancouver Reat estate Looking to Buy or Sell?

Looking to Sell or Buy you have come to the right place.
Just click on the link below ;)

www.carmenleal.ca


Yours,


Carmen Leal  *Real Estate Services      
 Macdonald Realty Ltd.
 Website: www.carmenleal.ca  www.yaletownstudios.com
 Email: carmen@carmenleal.ca
 Direct: 604-218-4846

* THE HIGHEST COMPLIMENT I CAN RECEIVE IS THE REFERRAL OF YOUR FRIEND, FAMILY, OR BUSINESS ASSOCIATE. THANK YOU KINDLY IN ADVANCE!
   


Wednesday 5 March 2014

Vancouver Real Estate Free Home Evaluations !!!!!

 FREE HOME EVALUATIONS!!!


Vancouver Real Estate Enthusiasts contact me for a Free Home Evaluation!

Please fill out the form below and we can start the process ;)

http://carmenleal.ca/home-evaluation.html








Yours, Vancouver Realtor


Carmen Leal  *Real Estate Services      
 Macdonald Realty Ltd.
 Website: www.carmenleal.ca  www.yaletownstudios.com
 Email: carmen@carmenleal.ca
 Direct: 604-218-4846

* THE HIGHEST COMPLIMENT I CAN RECEIVE IS THE REFERRAL OF YOUR FRIEND, FAMILY, OR BUSINESS ASSOCIATE. THANK YOU KINDLY IN ADVANCE!

   




Tuesday 25 February 2014

Vancouver Real estate Free Home Evaluation!

http://carmenleal.ca/home-evaluation.html

Free Home Evaluation click on link above.

Carmen Leal 604-218-4846



Yours,


Carmen Leal  *Real Estate Services      
 Macdonald Realty Ltd.
 Website: www.carmenleal.ca  www.yaletownstudios.com
 Email: carmen@carmenleal.ca
 Direct: 604-218-4846
* THE HIGHEST COMPLIMENT I CAN RECEIVE IS THE REFERRAL OF YOUR FRIEND, FAMILY, OR BUSINESS ASSOCIATE. THANK YOU KINDLY IN ADVANCE!

Friday 7 February 2014

Canvas by Onni

Canvas by Onni – A New Presale Condo in Vancouver’s Southeast False Creek Pricing & Floor Plans to Come!


www.yaletownstudios.com  Onni Group developers present the stunning new Canvas condo development in the Vancouver’s Southeast False Creek. Your home will be embedded in one of the most dynamically evolving areas in Vancouver, soon to be the city’s art and creation hub. Canvas condos are located beside the striking future Emily Carr University of Art + Design location and the Centre for Digital Media of the Great Northern Way campus. You will be close to the Seawall, SkyTrain, Central Valley Greenway, eclectic Main Street and a smart new gallery scene.
At a Glance
  • one- and two-bedrooms with linear kitchens
  • two buildings connected by a lush open-air courtyard
  • private rooftop 650 patios with natural gas hook ups as well as water faucets
  • modern corrugated metal and colour-splash design by award-winning gBL Architects
  • neighbours the future Emily Carr University of Art + Design and the Centre for Digital Media
  • walking distance to the Seawall, Main Street shops, restaurants and a burgeoning gallery scene
  • connected to the city via the Central Valley Greenway and the SkyTrain
The Canvas condo development is currently in the pre-construction stage at the corner of Great Northern Way and Prince Edward Street (near East 1st Ave.). Canvas condos are situated in two buildings with modern corrugated metal and colour-highlights design. A landscaped central courtyard and private rooftop patios only add to the enticement of this contemporary condo development.

Canvas Condos—A Hub of Art and Movement  
Located on the False Creek Flats, Vancouver’s Canvas condos connect you intimately to a dynamic new art scene. The location also allows you unparalleled access to transit, greenway and Seawall routes to keep you on the move.


www.carmenleal.ca


Pricing for Canvas Condos
Pricing information is currently limited for this new Vancouver condo development. Contact Mike and you’ll be the first to know when pricing details are released.
Floor Plans for Canvas Condos

Vancouver’s Canvas condo development offers 1- and 2-bedroom floor plans.
  • 85% of the suites will be one-bedrooms 550-650 square feet
  • 15% of the suites will be two-bedroom units
  • selected one-bedrooms will include 600 square foot rooftop terraces
Canvas Condos Interiors

www.yaletownstudios.com   The Canvas condo development is in the pre-construction phase and the developers have not yet released details about the interiors, but they’re bound to be great. I’m just as anxious to find out as you are. Contact me and I’ll keep you posted.

www.carmenleal.ca

Developer Team for Canvas Condos  
The Onni Group is a leading North American private real estate developer. They have a generous legacy in the design, development, construction and management of innovative projects. Onni has constructed more than 6,000 homes in the last decade. They also own and manage 5 million square feet of commercial property and more than 4,200 rental apartment units. Onni maintains offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Chicago, Los Angeles, Phoenix and Mexico.
Expected Completion for Canvas Condos
The tentative completion date is 2015.
Parking and Storage
Price includes parking and storage.
Canvas Condos Postal Code
V5T 1A7


For more information please contact me!
Looking forward in assisting you in your real estate adventure!
ALSO for a Free Home Evaluation please click here:  http://carmenleal.ca/home-evaluation.html


http://carmenleal.ca/home-evaluation.html
Yours,


Carmen Leal  *Real Estate Services      
 Macdonald Realty Ltd.
 Website: www.carmenleal.ca  www.yaletownstudios.com
 Email: carmen@carmenleal.ca
 Direct: 604-218-4846



* THE HIGHEST COMPLIMENT I CAN RECEIVE IS THE REFERRAL OF YOUR FRIEND, FAMILY, OR BUSINESS ASSOCIATE. THANK YOU KINDLY IN ADVANCE!
   

Tuesday 21 January 2014

Vancouver Real estate: Free Home Evaluation


 

Free Home Evaluation

 

Through the Comparative Market Analysis, I can evaluate the prices of properties similar to yours that have recently sold in your area. This analysis will give you a better idea of your property's market value, one of the first - and essential! - steps as you prepare to sell your home. All it takes is a few quick minutes to complete and submit the form below. Then let me do the work for you! I'll contact you as soon as I have the results. Just click on the link below to Start !

http://carmenleal.ca/home-evaluation.html




Yours,
          Carmen Leal


CL Real Estate Services

    
 Website: www.carmenleal.ca  www.yaletownstudios.com
 Email: carmen@carmenleal.ca
 Direct: 604-218-4846
* THE HIGHEST COMPLIMENT I CAN RECEIVE IS THE REFERRAL OF YOUR FRIEND, FAMILY, OR BUSINESS ASSOCIATE. THANK YOU KINDLY IN ADVANCE!