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Current Changes in the Real Estate Market in B.C.

March 31st, 2020, Arnold Shuchat

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For many of you, real estate issues are not really top of mind right now as a result of the everyday stresses because of Covid-19. Nevertheless, because real estate has been top of mind for so many years as price continued to firm, I thought I would shine some light on what is happening in the industry right now. Firstly, the government declared Real Estate Agency services to be an essent ...

From My Archive: Quoted in the Vancouver Sun-Heritage Property

March 19th, 2020, Arnold Shuchat

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QUOTED IN THE VANCOUVER SUN-Check out the article below!After reading Peter McMartin's article in the Vancouver Sun on Heritage Property earlier in the week, I decided to respond to his question: "Heritage Property, Who Pays?" After reading my letter to him, he picked up the phone and called me and we chatted about how to make the system better so that the city's goal of preserving heritage ...

The Forgotten Rooms in Staging and House for Sale Preparation

March 19th, 2020, Arnold Shuchat

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Not everyone gets to be able to sell their home at the perfect time in life when all clutter is removed. Sometimes moves are made when families simply grow out of their current home. Two of the forgotten areas of home staging are the back yard and the garage. In my practice, I have noticed that for these two areas, it has become acceptable to simply leave them as a footnote: garages are jam ...

www.downsizemyproperty.com

March 19th, 2020, Arnold Shuchat

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I am going to put some effort into reviving this page. For starters, I will open the page up to comments. I will explore downsizing alternatives for people living in the Lower Mainland. Be sure to check it out from time to time to see articles and topics which complement this blog.

Save Money on Your Utility Bills!

March 19th, 2020, Arnold Shuchat

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Firstly, I would like you all to know that I am not an engineer. I did receive a flyer from the City of Richmond with my utility bill that outlined where a typical house uses water and I happened to read it. I did not know for example, that a typical home uses 32% of its fresh water in its toilets. Take a second to let that fact sink in.Please stick with me here.....(absolutley no pun inte ...

An Executor's Guide to Selling Estate Real Estate in British Columbia

Arnold Shuchat | January 29th, 2024

Selling real estate property as an executor in British Columbia involves a detailed and thorough process. Here's a comprehensive guide to help you navigate each step: 1. Confirm Legal Authority: Before initiating the sale, ensure you have the legal authority to act as the executor. If required, obtain a Grant of Probate from the Supreme Court of British Columbia. 2. Property Valuation: ...

An interview with Anar Persian Cuisine's Chef David Akhabar

February 3rd, 2021, Arnold Shuchat

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I took some time earlier this month to interview Chef David Akhabar of Anar Persian Cuisine in Steveston Village, Richmond, BC. Check out the video and some of his mouth watering menu items! https://parkbench.com/richmond-bc

14 Point Strategy for a Successful Cross Country Move-A Case Study

February 2nd, 2021, Arnold Shuchat

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Over the weekend, I took some time to conduct an exit interview with my clients Cindy Hirschberg Shon and Andrew Schon about all of the conflicting emotions arising from their decision to move back to Toronto from Richmond and mostly as a way to help them say goodbye to so many people who touched their lives during their last 7 years in Richmond, as Covid is not making the departure any easie ...

New Hong Kong Law and Vancouver Real Estate

July 4th, 2020, Arnold Shuchat

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From the Guardian: Chinese parliament approves controversial Hong Kong security law This article is more than 1 month old Move paves way for anti-sedition laws that rights advocates say threaten freedoms, as US opposition builds Lily Kuo in Beijing Thu 28 May 2020 16.58 BSTFirst published on Thu 28 May 2020 04.59 BST China’s National People’s Cong ...

We are Going to See a Lot More of These!

May 15th, 2020, Arnold Shuchat

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This is an idea whose time has now arrived. With people looking to spend a great deal of more time in their homes for leisure or work, a connection to the outdoors in strata units will be that much more important. This company looks like they have the perfect system to help strata owners expand their living spaces. Check out their video. I think it is an "Amazing Real Estate Idea"! https: ...

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Current Changes in the Real Estate Market in B.C.

From My Archive: Quoted in the Vancouver Sun-Heritage Property

The Forgotten Rooms in Staging and House for Sale Preparation

www.downsizemyproperty.com

Save Money on Your Utility Bills!

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