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Recently listed in Commercial Drive: 2270 Lakewood Drive Asking $1,599,000 Lot Size 33′ x 122′ 6 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2,686 Sq Ft Here is the coveted corner lot Vancouver Special you have been looking for! This nearly 2700 sqft home for sale, located at East 7th Avenue and Lakewood Drive offers so many options. Easy […]

Whether you’re buying or selling a home, you’ve probably wondered about GST. Although GST only applies to brand new or substantially renovated homes, there are some caveats when it comes to assignments and resales.  What is an assignment? An assignment occurs when the purchaser transfers their rights in the purchase contract to someone else before […]

Did you know assessments are conducted in July of the previous year? It’s almost that time of year when BC assessments are conducted – not released – but the information is gathered for the release of the values in 2021. That all makes perfect sense right? Assessments conducted and prices rolled out 6+ months later? […]

Up until the 1960s, most Vancouver homes were heated by oil in underground storage tanks buried in yards. Once oil gave way to more modern heating methods, many homeowners replaced their oil burning furnaces with natural gas ones, rendering their underground oil tanks useless.  At this point, oil tanks were either completely removed from properties […]

For many first time home buyers, the idea of purchasing a home may feel daunting, especially when there are additional costs like legal fees, inspection fees, and land transfer taxes to take into consideration. Luckily, there are government resources in place to help those purchasing a home for the first time.  Exclusive to British Columbians, […]

Hi friends and followers! Wow – what a crazy time. Our team has been busy behind the scenes trying to keep our clients informed, schedule listing timelines, working alongside our buyers and sellers and managing our family and home lives at the same time. Real Estate is still considered an essential service and we are […]

We hope you, your family and loved ones are staying safe during these uncertain times. In just a few short weeks, COVID-19 has affected the lives of all Canadians to varying degrees. For some, it has been a personal upheaval—scrambling to adhere to Social Distancing protocols and getting basic necessities, while figuring out what to […]

If you were to ask me (Ayla – hi guys!), what my favorite style of homes is, I would likely say character homes with modern interior finishes. I love clean white lines, light oak floors, vibrant colored rugs, soft pillows, a mixture of abstract art and portraiture, and vaulted ceilings. Now that I’ve sold a […]

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver just released the latest monthly market report. Wondering what all of this means? Well, The Ruth & David Group continue to experience a busy summer. However, making sure each team member is well-travelled, spending time with their families and enjoying the sunshine. The short clip below are recent […]

Metro Vancouver’s housing market is evolving from its typical high-priced listings that sell above asking prices. With lower prices around the city and more options to choose from, it’s a buyer’s market! Read on for this month’s real estate update. Increased Supply and Decreased Demand As supply increases, now is the time to be a […]