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If you’re like me and you enjoy travelling, you likely use sites such as Airbnb.com and VRBO.com. These sites provide great rental properties with anything from small studios in the heart of the city to large secluded mansions, perfect for large groups of friends to rent from. One thing you may not know about Vancouver […]

Knowledgeable and dedicated are just two of the words that come to mind when we think of Ayla White. A wizard when it comes to selling, she does it all with a smile, and a genuine desire to help her clients. We recently heard from Ayla and discussed everything from her favourite home-cooked meal, to […]

As one of the founders of the R & D Group, Ruth Chuang has helped build the team from the start. Known to always wear a friendly smile, she values being part of the local Vancouver community, and being able to help it grow. She also aims to foster longterm relationships with her clients, ensuring […]

Here at Stilhavn Real Estate Services, our goal is to ensure that your experience buying or selling a home is a smooth, enjoyable one. Our name exemplifies this. A play on a number of words in English and Danish, “Stilhavn” evokes a sense of west coast lifestyle and sanctuary. In English, it can mean “Still […]

Strata documents & what to look for   What’s the deal with strata documents? When looking at strata properties, one of the most important steps of the purchasing process is to review the strata documents. Your agent can request these documents from the listing agent. Going through these documents can be a bit time consuming […]

Recently Listed in Renfrew: 696 Rupert Street Asking $1,389,000 Lot Size 33′ x 122′ 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2,068 Sq Ft Perched on a lovely corner lot, this upgraded home sits in a tranquil pocket of Renfrew. This tree-lined section of Rupert is whisper quiet (@ Cassiar Connector) and walkable to fantastic amenities in Hastings-Sunrise. […]

Here in British Columbia, we’re seeing strata properties become increasingly popular. Strata living is especially attractive to first-time home buyers with affordability, convenience, security, and, of course, amenities. But while there are many benefits to condo living, it does come at a cost. Strata fees pay for shared common expenses like general maintenance, gardening, cleaning, and […]

Whether you’re moving, renovating or redecorating, spring presents the perfect opportunity to elevate and shift your surroundings. While purchasing all new items and doing a complete overhaul is an exciting and idyllic venture, rearranging your coffee table, bringing out different linens or adding elements of greenery, like a potted indoor plant, can make a world […]

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 […]