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“WHY WHISTLER” AND “WHY REAL ESTATE” ABOUT DENISE BROWN
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Find out more about why Denise came to Whistler over 24 years ago and how she came to sell Whistler real estate 14 years ago.
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THE SALE OF A PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE DOES NOT ATTRACT INCOME TAX.
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“Most individuals who sell real estate are aware that a sale of a principal residence does not attract income tax.”
The Income Tax Act requires the individuals to file a prescribed form with their income tax return for the year in which the principal residence is sold. In practice, however, the vast majority of individuals who sell their principal residence will merely ignore the requirement to file the proper forms under the assumption that the sale is not taxable.
In order for a property to qualify as a principal residence during any particular year it must:
- be a housing unit, a leasehold interest therein, or a share of stock of the co-operative housing corporation. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) interprets the term housing unit as being a…
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WHAT IS TITLE INSURANCE AND DO I NEED IT?
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Spagnuolo & Co Real Estate Lawyers have done a fabulous job of explaining what Title Insurance is and why you need it! Check out the article here. This article discusses:
- What is Title Insurance?
- What does Title Insurance Cover?
- How much does Title Insurance cost?
- How do you order Title Insurance?
- Why Stewart Title?
- Is Title Insurance mandatory?
- What is the Land Title Office Notification System and can this be used to guard against title fraud?
Summary
We hope this is of help to those concerned about title fraud and title insurance. For further information or answers to any questions on Title Insurance, you can email Spagnuolo & Co direct at realestate@spagslaw.ca.
Please remember that while they try to keep their…
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Non-Resident Buyers and Sellers of Canadian Real Estate
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"THERE ARE CERTAIN LEGAL AND ACCOUNTING ISSUES THAT ARISE WHEN A NON RESIDENT OF CANADA ACQUIRES OR SELLS PROPERTY IN CANADA.”
Spagnuolo & Co Real Estate Lawyers have done a fabulous job of explaining how easy it is for non-residents of Canada to purchase a property and the what is needed from the Canada Revenue Agency during ownership as well as when a non-resident of Canada sells a property. They have also explained “Who is a Non-Resident”.
Check out the article here.
Two other VERY IMPORTANT things to do while you are in Canada: open a Canadian Bank account and visit your lawyer to get them to Certify your Identification!!
Summary
We hope this is of help. For further information or answers to any questions, you can email Spagnuolo & Co…
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IT’S IN THE STATS! RE/MAX IS THE LEADER IN TECHNOLOGY
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Why would you list with another company when you can choose one that has THE technology to reach the buyers to get your property SOLD?
RE/MAX of Western Canada, Denise Brown www.RealWhistlerLiving.com and RE/MAX Sea to Sky Real Estate Whistler have the technology marketing all TIED UP when we reach your target market in Western Canada MORE (that’s 4,827,883 more) than the other LOCAL companies.
Denise Brown www.RealWhistlerLiving.com and RE/MAX Sea to Sky Real Estate Whistler have the marketing all TIED UP when we can advertise your property over 16.5 MILLION times MORE than the other LOCAL companies.
Call Denise Today 16049352013 to ask her how she can get your property sold!
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I WIN! 2014 REALTOR AWARDS
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6-year award winner of the REBGV Medallion Club
I WIN! Yay! Once a year I am allowed to Toot my own horn
All of us (even me) are shy about shouting to the rooftops about our awards, but once a year I let myself glow!
2014 was a year of personal struggles and 2015 has started a little of the same, HOWEVER, I have still managed to keep assisting my FAVORITE CLIENTS with their Whistler real estate decisions. Helping people is what I do and one of my rewards is this… recognition from my peers.
The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (for the 6th year in a row) has included me in their Medallion Club which is the Top 10% of Realtors participating in their MLS. Whistler has their own private Whistler Listing System but I feel it is absolutely…
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SELLERS: BC ASSESSMENT SAYS WHISTLER UP APPROX 15%
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Hello Whistler property owners
Did you receive your Notice of Assessed Value this week and it shows the value of your property went up significantly and you are not sure why?
BC Assessment Authority Vancouver BC
The BC Assessment Office has put out this information Video for you to look at here.
They have great tools and resources on their website at www.BCAssessment.ca On this website they are stating that Whistler properties increased in value an average of 6.2%, although they are using a home in White Gold as an example at the value date of July 1, 2013 it was worth $988,000 and July 1, 2014 it was worth $1,061,000 (approx 7.4%).
What about your property? You can check to see which properties the BC Assessment office used to review…
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HAVE A QUESTION ABOUT BUYING IN CANADA BUT DON’T LIVE HERE?
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Karen Garrett of Dominion Lending Centre/Sea to Sky Mortgages has ALL the information you need if you are a non-resident of Canada (or a resident) wanting to buy a property in Whistler. I am attaching two pieces of information. Just click on the links below:
Dominion Lending Centres non resident US only
Dominion Lending Centres USA Resident Financing
You can also contact her direct… she’s a great friend of mine and a wonderful person to help you organizing the financing of your purchase.
Karen Garrett – Licensed Mortgage Professional
Dominion Lending Centre
Sea to Sky Mortgages
Ph 604.905.6359/ After hours 604.938.3638
Fx 604.905.4460/ 1.877.905.4460
Cell/Mobile 604.938.3638
Toll free phone 1.888.689.0070
And if you…
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WHAT SERVICES DO YOU NEED TO TRANSFER OR CANCEL WHEN YOU BUY OR SELL REAL ESTATE?
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Things to do Prior to Completion
Don’t forget to ……
- Contact Telus at 1-604-310-2255 to transfer/cancel the telephone, internet or Optik TV
- Contact Strata Management Company to organize or cancel monthly payment of fees
- Contact Tourism Whistler to organize payment/cancellation of annual Tourism Whistler fees 1-604-932-3928
- Contact Shaw Cable at 1-604-932-1111 to transfer cable service; Bell ExpressVu to transfer satellite service 1-888-SKYDISH or 310-BELL; Contact Starchoice to transfer satellite service 1 866 STAR-WEB (7827-932)
- Contact BC Hydro at 604-224-9376 or 1-800-224-9376 to transfer services; Contact FortisBC (natural or propane gas) at…
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What do you need to Pack in case of an emergency? Kit List right here…
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Emergency Preparedness Kit
What do you need to pack in case of an emergency? Print out this Emergency Preparedness Kit and pack for safety!
M: Must haves R: Recommended N: Nice to have
| CHECKLIST | RATING |
FOOD |
| M | Water – 2 litres per person per day | |
| R | Water – 4 litres per person per day | |
| R | Energy/Granola/Trail Bars | |
| R | Trail Mix | |
| N | Hardy Candy/Chocolate/Gum | |
| N | Protein Drinks and Meal Replacements | |
| N | Dried Foods (fruit and beef jerky) | |
| Rating |
CLOTHING |
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| M | Running shoes or other comfortable walking shoes | |
| M | Hat | |
| R | Gloves | |
| R/N | Blanket or quilt | |
| N | …
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