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Mark Kol Real Estate As a real estate professional, I understand the amount of trust and care that goes into each and eve

Don’t forget, homeownership comes with a to-do list that never really ends. 😅🔧A few small habits that save you from expe...
10/09/2026

Don’t forget, homeownership comes with a to-do list that never really ends. 😅🔧

A few small habits that save you from expensive surprises:

💧 Fix small leaks right away
🍂 Clean your gutters every spring and fall
🌬️ Swap your furnace filter every 1–3 months
🚨 Test your smoke detectors monthly
None of it is exciting, but it’s what keeps your home (and your wallet) happy.

What’s one home task you always forget? Drop it below 👇

📌 Save this for later, and send it to a friend who just got their keys.

Wondering what owning would actually look like for you? Comment “PLAN”

10/09/2026

Bought in 2021? Your mortgage is probably renewing this year. 🏡

Rates have roughly doubled since then. Before you sign anything, know your home’s value, your equity and your options: renew, refinance or make your next move.

DM me PLAN and I’ll run your numbers 👇

10/09/2026

Bought a home in 2021? Your mortgage is probably renewing this year. 🏡

Most 2021 buyers took a 5-year term, fixed or variable. Rates back then were around 2%. Today they’re roughly double. On a $500K mortgage, that can mean about $500 more a month.

Before you sign your renewal, get your numbers:

✅ What your home is worth today (values have shifted since 2021, so get a real number, not a guess)

✅ How much equity you’ve built

✅ Your options: renew, refinance, or make your next move

Example only: $500K mortgage at 1.79% in 2021, renewing at 4.34–4.59% (Ratehub, Oct 6, 2026). Your numbers will differ.

DM me PLAN and I’ll run them for you 👇

10/08/2026

The condo document most first-time buyers skip… and why it can cost you thousands. 📄👇

A depreciation report is the building’s repair plan. It shows what’s coming, roughly when, and whether the strata has saved for it.

When the savings fall short, owners cover the gap with a special levy, paid out of pocket. One unit I reviewed this year: an $11,200 share of a special levy.

That doesn’t mean “don’t buy.” It means read the report before you remove subjects.

Comment REPORT and I’ll send you the 3 things I check in every one.

Save this for when you’re writing an offer, and send it to someone condo shopping. 🔑

Guess: how much cash do you need to buy a $600K condo in Langley? 🤔Drop your guess in the comments, then swipe for the a...
10/06/2026

Guess: how much cash do you need to buy a $600K condo in Langley? 🤔

Drop your guess in the comments, then swipe for the answer 👉

Now the part nobody shows you, rent vs own:

🏢 Renting a 2-bed in Langley: about $2,400/month
🔑 Owning a $600K condo: about $2,900/month mortgage, plus strata and property tax

Yes, owning costs more each month. But in year one, about $800 of every payment goes toward paying off a home that’s yours. Rent doesn’t come back.

Want your own rent vs own numbers? DM me PLAN 👇

Estimates only. Based on a 30-year insured mortgage at 4.34% and average Langley rents, October 2026.

10/05/2026

Basketball taught me the one step most home buyers skip 🏀👇

From Palmer to Langara, we watched game tape, ran plays over and over and put in the work long before tip-off. By game time, the plan was set.

In 2020 I brought that same preparation to real estate, helping first-time buyers and growing families in Richmond, Langley and across Metro Vancouver.

Most buyers go straight to showings without knowing what they can actually afford or what they really want. That’s how you overpay, or miss out on the home you wanted.

Your free Game Plan covers:
✅ Your real budget and closing costs
✅ The areas where your money goes furthest
✅ Your timing
✅ Your next 3 steps

First home or next home, DM me PLAN and I’ll build yours 👇

Every one of these people once thought buying a home was out of reach 🔑They were first-time buyers too. Lots of question...
10/02/2026

Every one of these people once thought buying a home was out of reach 🔑

They were first-time buyers too. Lots of questions, strata docs that made no sense, a few hiccups along the way. We drew up a game plan and got them their keys.

Thank you to all of you for trusting me with one of the biggest moves of your life.

Thinking about buying your first place in Richmond, Langley or Vancouver? Your turn.

DM me PLAN and I’ll send you yours.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review | EmilyFeeling incredibly grateful for the clients who trust me with such an important part of their lives....
09/30/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review | Emily

Feeling incredibly grateful for the clients who trust me with such an important part of their lives. Your trust is what makes this work so rewarding — and honestly, none of this is possible without you. 🤍🙏

Full Review Below:

As a first time home buyer, I definitely had a lot of questions. Mark was able to put my mind at ease every step of the way, presenting different options and ultimately finding a solution that works best for my future goals! Mark was extremely professional, knowledgeable and patient. I would recommend anyone to him for their real estate needs!

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3195 Oak Street. Vancouver, British Columbia.
Vancouver, BC
V6H2L2

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