Announcing the “Love Thy Neighbor Real Estate Seminar” – Presenting New Strategies for Optimizing Land Values in Vancouver, BC

Learn essential insights into how to jointly market properties to Developers and Builders

Vancouver, BC – Feb 26, 2014 – How can real estate sellers take advantage of the densification trend in Vancouver, BC? By looking to their neighbors’ properties when listing their own for sale. This Spring might be the best time to jointly list your property with your neighbor’s to obtain the optimal sales price. The upcoming “Love Thy Neighbor” seminar will provide critical steps to enable attendees to take advantage of this new listing trend.

As the demand for mid-rise housing continues throughout Vancouver, developers and builders find themselves continually challenged in finding large enough lots to build on within city limits for low-rise, mid-rise and small to medium multi-house dwellings. If a neighboring property is being listed at the same time as your property, there are techniques for bundling these two listings to achieve increased real estate values for the two properties.

“The lack of land and the desire for people to live in Vancouver has made densification the only choice for builders in Metro Vancouver,” says Geraldine Santiago, REMAX Realtor and published author.”If you have a property, especially along a transit corridor, and your neighbor is considering selling at the same time, you are in a unique position to bundle your properties to attain the highest property value. My team of experts have the tips, techniques and suggestions for leveraging this opportunity.”

Capacity within Metro Vancouver will continue to grow with the present population of the area estimated at 2.3 million and it is expected to increase by almost 50 percent to 3.4 million by 2041.  Without densification and the building of more laneway homes, in-fill, coach houses, duplex and triplexes, builders and developers will not be able to meet demand.

Do you know how to approach your neighbor about co-listing your properties? Are you aware of your area’s zoning options? Do you know how to partner with your listing agent to maximize your property’s value? Questions like these will be answered at this innovative seminar.

“My team and I ave been listing West side real estate in Vancouver for over 11 years,” says Ms. Santiago, “and now is one of the best times to co-list and bundle properties for sale. Learn the best practices for successfully taking advantage of this new trend at our upcoming seminar.”

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To register for the event:

http://rem.ax/1gi2eAW

About the Organizer

Ms. Santiago is a licensed RE/MAX Realtor and published author of "The Complete Home-Buyer's Guide for Canadians", "Selling Your Home in Canada" and "Buy and Sell Recreational Property in Canada", Self Counsel Press Ltd. She is also an International Real Estate Specialist (I.R.E.S.) specializing in marketing local properties globally. She is a respected lecturer delivering seminars for over ten years on buying and selling Vancouver real estate. Contact Geraldine at geraldinesantiago9@gmail.com or geraldinesantiago1@remax.net, cell 604-764-6873 and RE/MAX Crest Realty (Westside) Independently Owned and Operated. Member of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.

Announcing the Subdivide and Conquer Seminar – New Trends in Selling Real Estate in Vancouver, BC

For sellers in Vancouver looking to dramatically increase the value of their property and sell quickly

Vancouver, BC – Feb 28 2014 – Sellers of real estate in the Vancouver market can seize on an emerging trend that not only increases the value of their property but makes it sell more quickly. As the demand for mid-rise housing continues throughout Vancouver, it is not only where your property is located that is important, it is the associated lot size and zoning that needs to considered. The “Subdivide and Conquer” seminar being held on April 12, 2014 will capitalize on this new trend by providing proven insights from experts in the field.

“Vancouver residents want more affordable units for families,” says Geraldine Santiago, REMAX Realtor and published author, “a lot of the downtown construction features small layouts that appeal to couples or empty nesters. But, what happens when genY and Xers in these buildings decide to have children? Capacity is needed and developers and builders are seeking options.”

Lot size and zoning are now key components of your sales strategy when pricing and marketing real estate in Vancouver. Builders and developers are continuing to buy up properties to meet the continued demand for family housing within city limits. 

Do you know your property’s zoning options? Zoning not only refers to the division of land into two parcels, but it can include consolidation of two or more parcels into a single site, the adjustment of an existing property line or dedication of land for road or lane purposes. 

If you are looking to sell your Vancouver property, seize upon the opportunity to learn about how best leverage subdividing to optimize your property’s value by attending the “Subdivide and Conquer” seminar on April 12, 2014. Topics will include: laneway homes; in-fill and coach houses; duplex; triplex; and architects, builders/developers.

“Vancouver’s real estate market has an appetite for transactions but it’s difficult to find deals,” states Santiago, “learn how to best position your property with new trends in zoning.”

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To register for the event:

http://rem.ax/1gi2eAW    Or, email: geraldinesantiago1@remax.net or call (604) 764-6873

About the Organizer

Ms. Santiago is a licensed RE/MAX Realtor and published author of "The Complete Home-Buyer's Guide for Canadians", "Selling Your Home in Canada" and "Buy and Sell Recreational Property in Canada", Self Counsel Press Ltd. She is also an International Real Estate Specialist (I.R.E.S.) specializing in marketing local properties globally. She is a respected lecturer delivering seminars for over ten years on buying and selling Vancouver real estate. Contact Geraldine at geraldinesantiago9@gmail.com or geraldinesantiago1@remax.net, cell 604-764-6873 and RE/MAX Crest Realty (Westside) Independently Owned and Operated. Member of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.

In real estate,  they say that one of the most important aspects of your property is its location--, "Location, location, location". Location is very important, it's true.  There's a difference between North side and South side, West side and East side.  Values of homes in Shaughnessy are different than that of  Dunbar, or Kitsilano or Kerrisdale.  But when it comes to real estate in the Greater Vancouver area,  it's all about your LOT!  Lot size and zoning are equally important when selling your home. 

Your property's location and zoning will determine the type and size of home you can build, and in today's market, when laneway homes, in-fill housing,  and secondary basement suites are allowed to be built in addition to the main house, zoning is extremely important! Is your property zoned for a duplex, triplex?  What about selling to builders? Have you and your neighbours ever thought about selling your homes and that of your neighbours on the same block, to builders?

If you are thinking of selling your house, look at its zoning and do your own research as to what is allowed by the city. Take a good, close look around your neighbourhood to see what newer homes look like, and look at the allowable square footage of the new home. 

The face of Vancouver real estate is changing rapidly.  Are you aware of your property's full potential?  Are you in the 'know' of what your neighbours have been doing to get top dollar when they sell to builders, for their property?

Perhaps you are thinking of consulting an architect to draw up some plans to show potential builders or buyers what your home could look like.  This extra time and effort on your part could be well worth it when selling your home.

But before you do anything, why not join our two hour FREE seminar? We'll show you how you could maximize your home to builders and sell it for top dollar.  You could just be sitting on Camelot!  Space is limited. Pre-registration required. 

To register, click on the link below. 

Geraldine Santiago, Published Author and Realtor