Kathy Porter

02/02/2022

JANUARY MARKET STATS ARE OUT!

On the heels of the busiest year in history for Fraser Valley real estate, January activity saw the beginnings of a market rebalancing. Overall property sales – still the third highest ever for January – cooled compared to December while the volume of new listings improved significantly.

Here’s a little breakdown:

- January sales were down 23.7% from the same month a year before.
- There were 44.6% fewer total homes listed than the previous year.
- The benchmark price for a single-family detached home was $1,569,300.

Feel free to call if you have any questions!

SURREY, BC – On the heels of the busiest year in history for Fraser Valley real estate, January activity saw the beginnings of a market rebalancing. Overall property sales – still the third highest ever for January – cooled compared to December while the volume of new listings improved signifi...

01/28/2022

Shipping container homes are more popular than ever as a housing alternative or for adding additional living space to your home...Ever considered one?

The history of shipping containers might be shorter than you’d suspect. It was 1956 when Malcolm McLean created the idea as a way to ease several aspects of international commerce. McLean, in turn, probably never suspected his invention would appear in the American space western film Space Rage as...

01/22/2022

If you're planning to sell your home, home staging is a good way to prepare for potential buyers...However, these mistakes could mean the difference between a good and great offer! Check out this article to find out what they are.

If done right, home staging gives your home an advantage over similar properties in the area. But if done wrong, you could actually be turning potential buyers away.

01/14/2022

If you're considering a home purchase this winter, check out this article for signs you need to be able to recognize when assessing your next potential home!

Purchasing a property in the winter can be a pretty chill idea. Buying in the wintertime can be advantageous for both home buyers and sellers—with a smaller buying pool, the (typically) off-season market can lend more serious offers from motivated purchasers who benefit from less competition. Howe...

01/06/2022

DECEMBER MARKET STATS ARE OUT!

Fueled by the consumer response to the COVID‐19 pandemic along with historically low interest rates, total property sales in the Fraser Valley in 2021 shattered the previous annual record last set in 2016.

Here’s a little breakdown:

- December sales were down 13.3% from the same month a year before.
- There were 60% fewer homes listed from the 10-year average for the month.
- The benchmark price for a single-family detached home was $1,500,000.

Feel free to call if you have any questions!

SURREY, BC – Fueled by the consumer response to the COVID‐19 pandemic along with historically low interest rates, total property sales in the Fraser Valley in 2021 shattered the previous annual record last set in 2016. The FVREB processed 27,692 sales its Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in 20...

01/01/2022

May every day of the new year inspire you to grow!

12/25/2021

Taking a moment to say thank you for your business
and wish you the most magical of holidays!

12/16/2021

Don’t miss the latest real estate information in this month’s newsletter! Click below to view and subscribe!

Welcome to my newsletter. Here you will find the latest real estate news and stats for your area. If you would like more information about market conditions in your community, or have any other real estate related questions, please contact me. I would be happy to meet with you to see how I can help....

12/10/2021

A basement doesn't just have to be used for storage, it can be converted into an apartment and used as an additional source of income! For your guide to turning your basement into a liveable apartment, check out this article!

Rental properties have been on the rise in recent years, with many homeowners turning to owning and managing rentals as a form of investment for their future. Some opt to buy a separate rental property to manage, while others look at partitioning their residences to accommodate a secondary unit, or....

12/02/2021

NOVEMBER MARKET STATS ARE OUT!

Robust demand for Fraser Valley real estate continued in November, with the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board recording the region’s second-highest volume of sales of all property types for the month – second only to November 2016.

Here’s a little breakdown:

- November sales were down 9.2% from the same month a year before.
- There were 47.9% fewer homes listed than the previous year.
- The benchmark price for a single-family detached home was $1,448,000.

Feel free to call if you have any questions!

SURREY, BC – Robust demand for Fraser Valley real estate continued in November, with the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB) recording the region’s second-highest volume of sales of all property types for the month – second only to November 2016. In November, the FVREB processed 1,972 sale...

11/26/2021

Moving into a new home, or giving your current home a fall cleaning? Check out this article for some great home cleaning hacks you've never heard of!

When you go to the store there’s no shortage of cleaning products lining the shelves. From scent-free toilet cleaner to specific sprays to clean stainless steel appliances, it can sometimes feel like we’re spending more money on cleaning our homes than decorating them! If only there was a way to...

11/19/2021

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Welcome to my newsletter. Here you will find the latest real estate news and stats for your area. If you would like more information about market conditions in your community, or have any other real estate related questions, please contact me. I would be happy to meet with you to see how I can help....