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Blog by Kyle Hislop

Some reason why this is the perfect townhouse for you...

July 23rd, 2011

“Take some time when choosing your next purchase…”

  When choosing a property to invest your hard earned money it is very important to weigh the pros and cons.  Especially in the current market where property is no longer flying off the shelves, you may need to stay put for a few years till things pick up again.  The townhouse I want to discuss in this article has some great benefits for thos ...

Chilliwack real estate stats in under a minute - June 2011

July 6th, 2011
   
  


  I got some emails last time saying that even though they enjoy the quick information, it went by a little too quick and would like an opportunity to view the stats a little longer.  So, with that I am posting the 1 minute video with the pdf versions of the stats for your viewing pleasure.  For the pdf files just click on them at the end of this blog.

  This is the first month this ...

Why should you list your home with me?

June 28th, 2011

earth and social mediaCurrently in Chilliwack we have 290 real estate agents.  Many of us offer similar service, experience and dedication.  Some even drive around with their face all over their car ~weirdo's~.  Anyway, I want to take a moment and explain why I think you should list your home with me because believe it or not...we are not all the same.

There are 2 main reasons you hire a REALTOR®.  One is for our ...

RE/MAX sold on a cure.

June 23rd, 2011
  Many RE/MAX agents donate a portion of each sale to Children's Miracle Network.  I personally have donated for years and 2 years ago when my son was born, and had to be air lifted to Children's Hospital in Vancouver, I learned first hand how that money is being spent.  Children's hospital IS a miracle and those doctors, nurses and staff deserve much love and recognition for the jobs they d ...

Chilliwack real estate stats in under a minute

June 20th, 2011
     
  

  Quick...and I mean very quick video showing the numbers for May 2011 of the Chilliwack real estate market.  Overall we are in a slower market than 2010, and that has been consistent with the other months of 2011.  We are down about 25% in total from 2010 and listings are up by about 5%.  Having more listing in a slower market is never great because it hurts the balance of supply a ...

New Price for this rancher in Rosedale, BC

May 24th, 2011
  Parkwood FrontWe just brought out a new price for this rancher located in Rosedale, BC.  Now only $387,500!  Over 1700 sqft rancher with 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom, formal living room, dining, and family room.  The backyard is a gardeners dream, with mature trees and hedges, pond and mountain views.  Very private, perfect for relaxing and enjoying during the summer months.  This home is located on a 1/4 ac ...

Chilliwack real estate stats - April 2011

May 5th, 2011
  Here are the stats for April 2011.  Take a look at the PDF versions, just click on the one you want to open below.  Also I included this 7 minute video going through the stats to help you better understand them.  If you have any questions please feel free to email me at kylehislop@gmail.com or give me a call at 604-795-1616.

Kyle Hislop
RE/MAX




How to hire a Realtor

April 14th, 2011

  remax soldLet's talk about hiring a real estate agent to sell your home.  I find it hard to believe that people would simply hire the first person they meet.  We are talking about your biggest investment here folks.  So with that said, let's look at a few steps you should take when hiring an agent to represent your property.

1.  At minimum, invite 3 realtors to come by and look at your home.  The age ...

Chilliwack real estate stats - January-March 2011

April 6th, 2011
  So you can compare the past 3 months here are the stats for the Chilliwack real estate market.
Jan. 2011


Feb. 2011


March 2011
  As usual, the $250K-$350K is the hottest price range over the past 3 months.  Days on market for the most part has gotten better, meaning quicker sales, except for mobiles (they've jumped to over 155 average days on market).  

Kyle Hislop
RE/MAX 

Chilliwack real estate stats - March 2011

April 6th, 2011
  Here are the Chilliwack real estate stats for the month of March 2011.  On the residential side we are down 18 units from this same month last year.  A little unusual considering the interest rates have continued to stay low and prices of homes have also remained lower than years past.  March 2011The amount of listings are also up by 53 units over this time last year which indicates that we have less ...

Chilliwack real estate - Current Mortgage Rates

April 1st, 2011
All information provided by Curtis Weeks, 604-702-0037, cweeks@smartt.com, and is on approved credit and subject to change without notice.
Get pre-approved with Curtis, then give me a call and we'll start looking for your new home.  
~604-795-1616~

Kyle Hislop
RE/MAX
 

Current mortgage rates pic
Terms The Bank Our Rates
1 year 3.50% 2.64%
2 years 3.75% 3.18%
3 years 4.35% 3.35%
4 years 5.14% 3.60%
5 yea ...

What is your home worth?

March 15th, 2011
  
   Have you ever wondered what the value of your home is, but didn't want to call a REALTOR® to come by and take a look at your property?  Some people are a little shy, some aren't really sure if they will actually sell, and many are worried that the agent will never leave them alone.  
  Because of that, I have developed a less intrusive
FREE home evaluation for you, your family and frien ...

When is the best time to sell your home???

March 14th, 2011
  This graph shows how the sales in the Chilliwack Real Estate market over the past 5 years.  The orange line indicates the half way mark for each year and acts as a reference point between the first part of the year and the last.  As you can see each year, January, usually starts out the same, slow sales.  But as the spring market hits, sales spike and by May and June we see the highest sale ...

Chilliwack Real Estate - Mortgage Rates - March 2, 2011

March 2nd, 2011
Current mortgage rates pic
Terms The Bank Our Rates
1 Year 3.50% 2.64%
2 Years 3.75% 3.29%
3 Years 4.35% 3.35%
4 Years 5.14% 3.75%
5 Years 5.44% 3.94%
7 Years 6.60% 4.85%
10 Years 6.75% 5.15%
VIRM 3.00% 2.20%

  All information provided by Curtis Weeks, 604-702-0037, cweeks@smartt.com, and is on approved credit and subject to change without notice.

Get pre-approved with Curtis, then give me a ca ...

Chilliwack Real Estate - The Falls Developer owes $75 Million

February 28th, 2011
    Falls 1The Falls golf course and housing development is a beautiful feature in the Chilliwack area.  The golf course is a fantastic challenge and the Frank Lloyd Wright inspired homes are breathtaking.  However, on Feb. 27, 2011, Blackburn Developments Ltd., was granted creditor protection in BC Supreme Courts, for debt of over $75 Million dollars.  Blackburn was founded by Rick Wellsby, who bac ...

Current Mortgage Rates - Feb. 23, 2011

February 24th, 2011
Current mortgage rates pic
TERMS THE BANK OUR RATES
1 Year 3.35% 2.30%
2 Year 3.60% 2.95% 
3 Year 4.15% 3.35% 
4 Year 4.94% 3.75%
5 Year 5.19% 3.85%
7 Year 6.35% 4.85%
10 Year 6.50% 5.15%
VIRM 3.00% 2.20%
 Prime Rate is 3.00%

* All mortgage information provided by Curtis Weeks (604) 702-0037 cweeks@smartt.com

  If you are thinking about buying a house, my best advice to you would be to start th ...

Chilliwack Real Estate - props to another REALTORŪ

February 18th, 2011
 Anita Lloyd Now I realize I'm in a competitive business - some call it "dog it dog" - "cut-throat" blah blah blah...  But I have enough confidence in myself as an outstanding agent, that I have no problem giving props to another REALTOR®, I've done it before and I'll do it again.  Case in point, Anita Lloyd from my office, RE/MAX Nyda.  I had the pleasure to present her this morning with the CADREB REA ...
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