MAKE HOME YOUR RIVERFRONT PROPERTY...This spectacular 1341 square foot 2 bedroom unit overlooks courtyard gardens. Bright west exposure and opne plan with 10' ceilings. Second bedroom has built in murphy bed. Spacious kitchen with loads of cabinets, stainless appliances, master bedroom with fabulous walk-in closet & large ensuite. River West is one of Ladner's most desirable adult oriented complexes with many features including recreation room, workshop, hot tub, exercise room & large storage areas. Open house Sat March 31st, 2-4pm.

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W.3rd & Balaclava House w/RT-8 zoning. Triplex possibility if using existing structure. City will allow up to 3170 sqft. of buildable living space. Excellent opportunity to build & choose your home! 40' x 104' lot w/ lane access, north of 4th in prime Kitsilano! Just steps to the beach, seawall & W.4th corridor for all of your other needs. This is truly one of the best locations in the West side.

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Lovely three storey character home on a quiet tree-lined street in desirable "Lower Shaughnessy"/"Upper Kitsilano" location. Current home of over 3,000 square feet features four bedrooms up, large principal rooms & a fully finished basement. This lovely old-timer sits on a 50' x 125' RT-8 multi-family zoned lot ready for re-development, renovation or holding property. School Catchment: Kitsilano Secondary & Shaughnessy Elementary

Living Shangri-La - an iconic building in downtown area, offers a prestigious & luxury living. Contemporary living design with high end appliances, gourmet kitchen, geothermal heating & air-conditioning system. 9'8" ceiling, floor-to-ceilin g glazed windows capture magnificent views of water, mountain & parks. Enjoy the 5 stars hotel amenities with private access. Separate entrance from the hotel & has 24 hrs concierge service. #5903 is also selling, would be an ideal for family members looking for living close together. Parking #61, 63, locker #25.

Rarely available at Two Harbour Green - Exclusive prime N/W corner residence boasting over 3600+ sq ft of luxury living! This is truly waterfront living at its finest! Stunning design with your ultimate in quality finishings, this lovely 3 Bedroom & Family room residence has it all! Kitchen by Snaidero of Italy, Miele & Sub Zero appliances, spa-like bathrooms, private 3 car garage. 24 hour concierge, your finest lap pool, health club and virtual golf room. Panoramic Coal Harbour & Stanley Park views make this Vancouver's Premier Waterfront Residence. This lovely residence has beautifully upgraded hardwood floors, cabinetry, motorized shades & more!

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The Private Residences at Hotel Georgia - Vancouver's finest luxury hotel residence - legacy and landmark. The historic jazz age hotel and modern signature skyscraper create a beautifully blended juxtaposition of old and new. Residents will enjoy an elegant home with remarkable finishes, suite features, floor plans and views. Privileged hotel services and amenities provided by the lovingly restored Hotel Georgia and managed by Rosewood Hotels is only part of this unique living experience. Life the life in the true heart of Downtown Vancouver - step into the business district, explore the luxury shopping boutiques, enjoy Vancouver's finest restaurants, or walk to theatre, music events & art galleries. Live the Legend.

SPECTACULAR VIEW of English Bay and Sunset Beach. Extensive updates in this 2 bedroom, 2 bath oceanfront home. Beachy design throughout features granite counter, custom cabinets and new appliances in the kitchen. Hunter Douglas black out blinds in master and clearview blinds in living area. Stained glass windows in doors. Samsung front load washer and dryer. In-suite storage, 1 secured parking and a bike locker. Rentals permitted & 1 small dog is welcome. Common areas were updated recently in this well managed building featuring pool, sauna, fitness center and squash court. Great location close to seawall, beach, restaurants, shopping & transit

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Evannah Edge
TRG The Residential Group Realty

SPECTACULAR VIEW of English Bay, Sunset Beach and Granville Island. Bright & spacious 2 bedrooms, 2 bath with a generous size balcony. Clubhouse, swimming pool, steps to Seawall, Granville Island ferry and great restaurants.

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Rare Point Grey gem. Renovated craftsman home perfect for a large family or entertaining. 6 bdrm & den in 3000 sf and 10' ceilings on main. Open and airy, with large rooms that are filled with light, French doors open onto front and back porches. Updated kitchen with butcher's block counters, parquet flooring from 1915, wainscotting in dining room, crown moldings, updated electrical, new furnace. Main house has 2 bdrm on main floor and 2 bdrm & bath down. Plus a fully finished ground level executive style suite features: 2 bdrm, large bath, a separate entrance, and additional laundry facilities! Close to W10th shopping, St. Georges, Queen Elizabeth, Lord Bing, UBC and only one block to Pacific Spirit Park.

Investment adviser suggests Canadians should brace for possible impact of economic downturn

By John Morrissy, Financial PostApril 27, 2010

OTTAWA — Canada's housing market is beginning to show signs of being in a bubble, leading Edward Jones to caution Canadians about investing in housing and suggesting they prepare for the impact of a downturn on the broader economy.

Canada exhibits at least two of three characteristics common to asset bubbles, say the report's authors, market strategist Kate Warne and financial services analyst Craig Fehr, primary among them prices that have risen too fast and credit that is easy to obtain.

"Canada's housing market escaped the recent severe downturns in the U.S. and other countries. However, today's conditions in Canada share some characteristics of those countries prior to their downturns, leading us to take a cautious stance on housing investments," the financial services firm said in its report.

"Our main concern is that prices have risen faster than economic fundamentals warrant and could decline, although we don't expect a 'housing bust'."

A regulatory regime that has had some of its excesses pruned out will help prevent that from happening, and keeps the country from qualifying for the third condition necessary for a bubble — lax regulations.

However, average home prices have soared 19.3 per cent in 2009 to $337,410 and now stand at five times the average after-tax income, instead of the long-term 3.7 times.

By some estimates, this makes Canadian homes overvalued by anywhere from 10 to 15 per cent, the report said. Edward Jones did not offer an estimate on how much prices could decline.

At the same time, consumer debt has correspondingly risen to record levels — 142.6 per cent of disposable income at the end of 2009, with mortgages accounting for 93 per cent of that.

All of which spells trouble for the economy, says Edward Jones.

As rates rise, consumer spending will fall. Today's larger number of variable-rate mortgage holders will find bigger portions of their already limited disposable income going toward home costs. Overall economic growth will suffer as a result.

Meanwhile, mortgage delinquencies will rise along with rates, as they have begun to do recently. On Tuesday, CIBC, Desjardins and Scotiabank all followed higher rates set Monday by Royal Bank and TD Bank.

If delinquencies were to rise from the current 0.5 per cent to two per cent, and those delinquencies were to default, they could add 47,000 homes, or 30 per cent of 2009 housing starts — to the housing supply.

Warne said the possibility of a housing downturn suggests equity investors should keep no more than 16 per cent of their portfolios in financial service stocks.

Gastown's historic property is ready! Be bold at Woodwards! High exposed concrete ceilings, Oak flooring, custom Eggersman kitchen with ss AEG, Panasonic & LCT appliances, glass tiles & stone counters. Deep soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Penthouse level gym, media room, clubhouse, lounge, rooftop deck, climbing wall & outdoor hot tub! 1 parking stall. GST paid. Free internet for one year. No prperty tax for 3 years! Open Sat. 2-4pm

Gastown's historic Woodwards site open at last! Live in a vibrant and diverse community close to SFU and RAV line. Quiet 2 bed/2bath facing SFU and courtyard. High exposed concrete ceilings, hardwood floors, custom kitchen, glass tiles & stone counters. Deep soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Amenities.. Club W features an indoor/outdoor lounging oasis - library, media room, hot tub, gardens, gym, lounge space & so much more! 1 secured - 10 year leased parking stall. Maintenance fees include steam heat & internet. GST paid! No property tax payable for first 3 years of ownership starting 2010. Open House Sat Sept 12th, 2-4 pm.

Gastowns' historic property is ready to occupy. Welcome to Woodwards!Quiet and sunny side facing SFU and courtyard fountain. High exposed concrete ceilings, hardwood floors, custom Eggersman kitchen with S/S appls, glass tiles & stone count ers. Deep soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Amenities are unsurpassed; Club W features an indoor/outdoor lounging oasis - library, media room, hot tub, gardens, gym, lounge space & so much more! 1 secured - 10 year leased parking stall. Maintenance fees include steam heat & internet. GST paid! No property tax payable for first 3 years of ownership starting 2010. Open House Sat Sept 12th, 2-4 pm.

Gastowns' historic property is ready to occupy. Welcome to Woodwards!Quiet and sunny side facing SFU and courtyard fountain. High exposed concrete ceilings, hardwood floors, custom Eggersman kitchen with S/S appls, glass tiles & stone count ers. Deep soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Amenities are unsurpassed; Club W features an indoor/outdoor lounging oasis - library, media room, hot tub, gardens, gym, lounge space & so much more! 1 secured - 10 year leased parking stall. Maintenance fees include steam heat & internet. GST paid! No property tax payable for first 3 years of ownership starting 2010. Open House Sat Sept 12th, 2-4 pm.