Tuesday, January 17, 2012 Home Energy Loan Programsby Naomi Morrison on Tue, Jan, 17, 2012 01:19 PM
Home energy upgrades made easy
Save money and the planet
Created in co-operation with Vancity and with the support of FortisBC, BC Hydro and Natural Resources Canada, the pilot Home Energy Loan Program offers you access to affordable financing and end-to-end support to make select energy efficiency upgrades to your home. In return, you can expect to save money on your energy bills and enjoy improved home comfort while reducing your home's environmental footprint.
FREE INFORMATION SEMINARS:
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January 23rd 7PM at Sunset Community Centre
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January 24th 7PM at Kerrisdale Community Centre
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February 6th 7PM at Kitsilano Community Centre
Reduce Vancouver's greenhouse gases
Buildings in Vancouver, including homes, contribute an estimated 55 per cent of Vancouver's overall greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (gases that trap heat in the atmosphere and contribute to climate change). The City of Vancouver has a goal of reducing citywide GHG emissions by one third by 2020. Making energy efficiency upgrades to Vancouver's single-family homes and duplexes alone could save approximately 90,000 tonnes of GHGs by 2020. That would be like permanently removing 2,000 cars from Vancouver's roads. Homeowners like you can help Vancouver reach its goal of becoming the world's greenest city by 2020by making your home more energy efficient.
Affordable financing and peace of mind
Loans ranging from $4,000 to $16,000 are available to finance select* home energy efficiency upgrades. (304 kb) During the 12-month pilot, unsecured loans, administered by Vancity will be offered at a low fixed interest rate over a 10-year amortization period. This allows you to make affordable, predictable loan payments over the life of the loan.
Loans approved by April 13, 2012, qualify for a fixed interest rate of 4.5%. Loans approved thereafter may be at a different interest rate.
Learn more aboutVancity's loans
End-to-end support
The Home Energy Loan Program simplifies the process of making select home energy efficiency upgrades. It connects you to experts, financing and rebates to help you upgrade your home. Guidance and support is available every step of the way.
Qualified upgrades include:
- Insulation
- High-efficiency furnaces and hot water tanks
- Air-to-air heat pumps
- Weatherization (air sealing)
Friday, November 11, 2011 I have sold a property at 201 1032 Nicola ST in Vancouverby Naomi Morrison on Fri, Nov, 11, 2011 04:09 AM
I have sold a property at 201 1032 Nicola ST in Vancouver.
Unique one
bedroom and den in a boutique seven unit rainscreened building.
This corner unit offers a quiet, urban oasis. The large den could
easily be used as a second bedroom. The master bedroom easily
accommodates a king size bed. This open plan home has been recently
updated with a new kitchen, stainless steal appliances, pot lighting,
hardwood floors, crown molding, wood burning fireplace, in-suite
laundry and Hunter Douglas window coverings. Pride of ownership shows
in this extensively remodeled condo. Lovely treed outlook in a great
location; just a few blocks from shops, grocery stores and restaurants
along Denman, Robson and Davie. Roof replaced in 2009, and a very
pro-active strata in this solid owner-occupied building.
Friday, November 11, 2011 I have sold a property at 7447 118A ST in Deltaby Naomi Morrison on Fri, Nov, 11, 2011 04:09 AM
I have sold a property at 7447 118A ST in Delta.
Tastefully and meticulously updated, this newly landscaped home has been renovated from top to bottom with love. Updates include a new carport and drain tiles, new bathrooms, newer kitchen, and original hardwood floors throughout theupstairs. Close to shopping, restaurants, school and buses, this home is situated on a duplex lot in a no-through road area that is quiet and family oriented. Walk around this beautiful and bright home to appreciate how you could create memories here!
Wednesday, November 9, 2011 Multiple offers are still prevalent in the East Van market!by Naomi Morrison on Wed, Nov, 9, 2011 04:08 AM
SOLD OVER ASKING!
Asking Price $399,000 SOLD $406,500
Stunning 845 square foot, bright south facing two bedroom, two bathroom unit with fabulous open layout. Extra large living/dining area make this home feel much larger than it is. This gorgeous, open kitchen offers new stainless steel appliances, and a gas cook top. Warm yourself by the gas fireplace, or enjoy a glass of wine while sitting on your south facing balcony with a beautiful treed outlook. This sought after location is quiet, yet only steps from the trendy Commercial Drive. This unit comes with two parking and a separate storage locker. Great building, pets and rentals allowed. Tuesday, November 1, 2011 In Your Communityby Naomi Morrison on Tue, Nov, 1, 2011 01:28 PM There's been some controversy surrounding the Rize Mount Pleasant development at Kingsway and East 10th, but what's the reality about how this development will impact the community?
Join us for an information session hosted by Naomi and James of Mt. Pleasant Lofts and Rize Mount Pleasant, a voluntary community outreach centre designed to communicate plans and gather public input on their proposed project.
Coffee and light snacks will be provided.
Date: Saturday, November 5th, 2011
Time: 11:00AM - Noon
Location: 196 Kingsway (at East 10th)
RSVP: MtPleasantLofts@gmail.comThursday, October 13, 2011 New property listed in Scottsdale, N. Deltaby Naomi Morrison on Thu, Oct, 13, 2011 04:08 AM
Tastefully and meticulously updated, this newly landscaped home has been renovated from top to bottom with love. Updates include a new carport and drain tiles, new bathrooms, newer kitchen, and original hardwood floors throughout theupstairs. Close to shopping, restaurants, school and buses, this home is situated on a duplex lot in a no-through road area that is quiet and family oriented. Walk around this beautiful and bright home to appreciate how you could create memories here! Tuesday, October 11, 2011 7447 118A Street, Deltaby Naomi Morrison on Tue, Oct, 11, 2011 06:00 PM FOR SALE!
7447 118A Street, Delta
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 September 1st, 2011by Naomi Morrison on Wed, Sep, 14, 2011 02:12 PM September 2011 Market Update
With the problems in the US and Europe and the resulting economic turmoil, it is hard not to think of how these factors influence our housing market. And while it's true that consumer confidence plays a big role in the overall health of housing, it's important to remember that Canada continues to look like an economic oasis in a desert of bad financial news.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011 SOLD: #206 2828 Main Streetby Naomi Morrison on Wed, Sep, 14, 2011 04:11 AM
SOLD OVER ASKING! DoMain: #206 2828 Main Sreet in Vancouver.
DoMAIN. This ULTRA COOL TOWNHOUSE w/ PRIVATE FRONT DOOR & WALK-UP ENTRANCE on the QUIET SIDE OF THE COMPLEX offers a LOFT-STYLE 1-bedroom + den/office w/ European style & ambience, sought after open floorplan, over-height ceilings, extra tall windows, modular cork flooring, creative designer styling, top of the line SS appliances, imported Italian faucets, stone countertops, sexy lighting, gorgeous spa-inspired bathroom featuring mosaic porcelain shower-surround & tile countertop. Posh surroundings in a very cool neighbourhood, w/shopping & transit @ your fingertips. 1 secure parking, 2 HUGE storage lockers, balance of 2-5-10 Warranty, 2 dogs or 2 cats & rentals allowed. It doesn't get much better than this! Wednesday, September 14, 2011 SOLDby Naomi Morrison on Wed, Sep, 14, 2011 04:11 AM
SOLD! 3983 Perry Street in Vancouver's Popular Cedar Cottage Area
The best of two worlds! The upper floor of this gem offers a stunning heritage house with a beautiful attic ready for expansion, while the bottom half of the house offers a brand new, three bedroom suite. With extensive renovations from the foundation up, everything has been done under permit with the City of Vancouver. With an RT-10 zoning, have peace of mind with the legal suite as a mortgage helper. Located in one of the hottest areas in East Van, this Cedar Cottage beauty is close to everything, including fantastic schools and great shopping! Thursday, August 4, 2011 SOLD: 2629 PRINCE EDWARD ST in Vancouverby Naomi Morrison on Thu, Aug, 4, 2011 04:15 AM 
I have sold a property at 2629 PRINCE EDWARD ST in Vancouver.
Unique and desirable SOMA LOFT TOWNHOME. This 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom modern concrete concept offers a stunning kitchen, opening up to a large living room and dining area with a unique cork wall feature. In the heart of Mount Pleasant andjust steps to trendy Main Street, this building has an outstanding reputation. Features include 12 ft ceilings, ample storage, rooftop common deck with stunning city and mountain views. This pet friendly building has the remainder of the 2-5-10 warranty. Tuesday, July 5, 2011 June 2011 REBGV Real Estate Statsby Naomi Morrison on Tue, Jul, 5, 2011 04:14 PM
Click here to download the entire Real Estate Board fo Greater Vancouver's June 2100 Statistics Package. Thursday, June 16, 2011 2629 Prince Edward Streetby Naomi Morrison on Thu, Jun, 16, 2011 11:45 PM
Asking $697,000
Unique and desirable SOMA LOFT TOWNHOME. This 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom modern concrete concept offers a stunning kitchen, opening up to a large living room and dining area with a unique cork wall feature.
In the heart of Mount Pleasant and just steps to trendy Main Street, this building has an outstanding reputation. Features include 12 ft ceilings,solid concrete build, ample storage, rooftop common deck with stunning city and mountain views. This pet friendly building has the remainder of the 2-5-10 warranty.
Thursday, June 16, 2011 OnQueby Naomi Morrison on Thu, Jun, 16, 2011 11:28 PM
Today I attended a Realtor event at this fabulous new development OnQue at Quebec and Ontario. I was thoroughly impressed not only with the sales team and the delicious treats they provided but also with the prices, floor plans and views this has building to offer.
From the OnQue promo pack:
'Located in Mount Pleasant, Vancouver's hippest and hottest area, OnQue offers one and two bedroom condos at a very attractive price. Gair Williamson Architects, working in collaboration with Francois Marchand of Anderman Marchand Architects have used brick, stone and wood to develop a conscious connection to Mount Pleasant's historic past.
Another part of the team, Mango Design Company, a LEED® accredited interior designer and building technologist offers an organic philosophy translated into timeless modernism based on the principles of simplicity, purity and balance.
Finishes include walnut flooring throughout, matted white wall tiles and jasper glazed hexagon mosiac floor tiles, intergrated bathroom sink-countertops, dual flush toilets, chrome faucets, TriStone kitchen countertop in alabaster or ebony and stainless steel appliances.'
For more information call 604.781.0207 or email me at naomi@macrealty.com. Or feel free to visit Sean and James at the OnQue display suite located at 2511 Quebec Street. Wednesday, May 18, 2011 SOLD! 1105 East 16th AVE in Vancouverby Naomi Morrison on Wed, May, 18, 2011 04:22 AM
Half duplex on a 50 x 122 foot lot. Four bedrooms, four bathrooms in a spacious and updated 1,898 square foot home. Listed at $748,800 and sold after competing with 5 other offers for $830,000!
Wednesday, April 27, 2011 I have sold a property at 203 221 Union ST in Vancouverby Naomi Morrison on Wed, Apr, 27, 2011 04:30 AM
SOLD! #203 221 Union Street in the popular V6A building, Vancouver.
Sunday, April 24, 2011 New property listed in Mount Pleasant VE, Vancouver Eastby Naomi Morrison on Sun, Apr, 24, 2011 04:31 AM
Unique and desirable SOMA LOFT TOWNHOME. This 2-bedroom/3-bathroom modern concrete concept offers a stunning kitchen opening to a large living room and dining area with a unique cork wall features. In the heart of Mount Pleasant and juststeps to trendy Main Street, this building has an outstanding reputation. Features include 12' ceilings, ample storage, and a rooftop common deck with stunning city and mountain views. This pet-friendly building has the remainder of the 2/5/10-Warranty. Join us for a sneak-peek/PUBLIC OPEN: Thursday April 28th, 6:30-7:30 PM; Saturday April 30th 2-4 PM and Sunday May 1st, 1-3 PM. Thursday, April 7, 2011 March 2011 REBGV Real Estate Statsby Naomi Morrison on Thu, Apr, 7, 2011 10:36 PM Saturday, April 2, 2011 An Impressive Open House!by Naomi Morrison on Sat, Apr, 2, 2011 04:02 PM Last Thursday I walked up to a sneak peak open house to show my clients through. I arrived a little early so I decided to pop in and preview the house. When I walked in the door I was greeted by warm faces and a glass of wine from the builder himself! Now before I go on I should tell you a little about this property. It's a coach house built on a 50 x 122 foot corner lot located in the popular neighbourhood known as Cedar Cottage. Built in 2009 by Llorn Kylo, this stunning 2,150 square foot beauty has details that will blow your mind.
Described by the listing Realtor, Churyl Kylo of Amex Realty, as 'spacious living on 3 levels with 4 bedrooms & 3.5 baths. Top floor has a master suite that boasts a spa en suite with a freestanding tub and frameless glass shower. Main floor is complete with a gourmet kitchen, including top of the line stainless steel appliances and concrete counters. Off the kitchen is an outdoor space for entertaining, relaxing, or playing with your kids. The ground level has a home theater room, guest room, and bathroom with a custom shower.'
What I couldn't get over was the attention to detail Llorn gave throughout the entire house. Check out this custom milled Parallam handrail that Llorn himself laboured over for over 100 hours:
Another aspect of the house that I thought was extremely innovative and well done was Llorns office. He has converted the garage into a fully functional, and very trendy work space:
As I walked in the kitchen to accept the glass of wine I was greeted by another warm and friendly face, Steve, the man who lives with his young family in the house on the lot. My clients and I agreed that this was a classy touch, as many buyers thinking about sharing a lot or half a house are often troubled with the mystery of whom they will be sharing it with. This alleviated all the fear and was a great opportunity for potential buyer to get to know the current occupants.
This detached strata property came on the market a couple of weeks ago for $899,000 and I thought surely this would sell for well over $1,000,000, especially given the recent half duplex sale around the corner. But it is still available! After speaking to Churyl the other day, she mentionned they are going back and forth with one of the two offers they entertained last weekend, but they've decided to increase the price and see what it brings them. Now listed at $989,000 this work of art is totally worth it!
Visit 3507 Clark Drive this Saturday April 2 from 3-5pm and Sunday April 3 from 2-4pm.
For more details and to book a private viewing please call me 604-781-0207. Tuesday, March 22, 2011 Welcome Spring!by Naomi Morrison on Tue, Mar, 22, 2011 07:53 PM
Spring is here and the market is in full bloom! With East side houses, half duplexes, condos and townhomes all seeing multiple offers, it's an ideal time to sell your home. Have no fear buyers, this is a cyclical process and hopefully the market will start to see more properties and less bidding wars as the Summer approaches.
A new duplex located at East 14th with only a vacant lot between it and Clark Drive saw two offers on each half. The west half of the duplex sold for $1,127,350 plus HST and the east half of the duplex sold for the asking price of $979,900 plus HST. While these two new homes went in bidding wars, just around the corner on East 15th at Glen Drive, a cute but slightly slanted five bedroom house on a thirty by ninety-five foot lot remains on the market at $599,000. At lot value, this little gem is liveable and would be a great deal for someone looking to design and build a house of their own.
Will this heated market sustain until Summer, or will it cool in time to allow the hundreds of buyers out there to find their homes in the Mount Pleasant/Cedar Cottage areas? We'll soon find out!
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