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Rize public hearing tonight!

(February 27, 2012, posted in Events)

The public hearing for the proposed 19 storey building is being held at Vancouver City Hall tonight at 7:30pm.  Nimby's are saying that it will increase property taxes.  Supporters are saying the density is needed and it's the perfect location for it (Broadway corridor).  Have your say!  Register here: 

http://vancouver.ca/commsvcs/planning/rezoning/applications/228-246ebway/index.htm

Great news if you are a first time home buyer!

(February 22, 2012, posted in First Time Home Buyer)

Great news if you are a first time home buyer!
Effective April 1, 2012, you may be eligible for a provincial enhanced New Housing Rebate if you buy, as their primary residence, priced up to $850,000:

  • a new home together with land;
  • a new home together with leased land; 
• a new mobile home or float home;
  • a new home bought through shares in a housing cooperative; or
• a new home constructed or substantiall... read more.