The "Box"

Jun 30, 2012 — Len Miliaris, Forest Hill Real Estate Inc. Brokerage

I was approached by a client that was interested in upgrading his housing.  The family has 2 children and they are ready to attend a school that is believed to have a better calibre of education than the one offered in their immediate location.  For the children to attend the better school it required them to move closer to this school.  They found several homes in this better schooling area and were excited to select one of these homes and make the move.  I suggested that they put their current home up for sale, sell it with a long close so they may have two things going for them.  Firstly they would know exactly how much equity they have going forward with the new bigger home and secondly it would allow them to ride the market down as things were getting a little softer in the market.  They would probably benefit from this as every month that went by as the newer home would become cheaper for them.  They pondered this suggestion but they didn't listen.  They decided to go with another salesperson that just wanted them to commit to the newer, bigger home and suddenly they found themselves in a "BOX".  The closing of this bigger home was coming closer and closer.  As expected the current home that they are in now is still waiting for the right buyer.  Their expectations of that selling price to make the deal work for them is not coming together.  Now what do they do?  Should they walk from the deposit of the newer bigger home and risk getting sued?  They want the newer and bigger home that is closer to the ideal school but the math doesn't work now.  What a dilemma.   I told them but they wanted to listen to a salesperson not a responsible agent.  Pay up now!!!!    

North Trail Island, on the doorstep of Vancouver...a WOW!

Jun 28, 2012 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Private Island Dreaming...on Vancouver's Doorstep! A unique and beautiful private island opportunity in the amazing Pacific Northwest Coast. Nestled in the Salish Sea (now known as Georgia Strait). North Trail Island is part of the Thormanby Group of islands, off Sechelt, BC. North Trail Island, a 33 acre private island, offers a rural farm opportunity, with all the amenities of Sechelt (including a hospital) at your doorstep. Water is supplied to the island by a waterline from the Mainland. This is city water. The waterline is shown on the navigation charts and is noted as "waterline". Incredible viewscapes, ocean, islands, mountain vistas! A stellar opportunity to enjoy all of this beautiful coast! Secure an irreplaceable gem for your future -- a family holding, a hard asset investment to protect your capital, an immediate pleasure quotient of the best of the best, a corporate retreat gathering space? You decide! Terrific fishing, diving! Warm ocean swimming! 24 hour notice is essential (caretaker in place). See me for details, and to arrange your personal viewing. A gem of a retreat property! It's truly "stellar"!

Whistler/Pemberton-Celebrate Canada Day & 4th of July

Jun 27, 2012 — Ursula Morel, RE/MAX Sea to Sky Real Estate

Welcome the world in Whistler/Pemberton-Celebrate Canada Day & 4th of July-Open Houses Whistler/Pemberton, B.C. – Summer has arrived   and that means Whistler moves into high-gear, with celebrations to mark our   cultural collective and both the Canadian and U.S. national holidays of   Canada Day and the Fourth of July. Come and cut the birthday cake -come and   celebrate Canada Day & 4th od July at my Open Houses more below....

Sant Cugat del Vallès - A fantastic residential area next to Barcelona city

Jun 27, 2012 — Guifré Homedes Amat, Amat Luxury

Sant Cugat del Vallès (see Google Maps) is one of the best residential areas next to Barcelona. It’s a city of 83.000 citizens. Why Sant Cugat is an excellent residential area? First of all is their transport connections to Barcelona city, by train or by car you can easily reach Barcelona city. Just 12 km is the distance between Sant Cugat and Barcelona city. In addition, Sant Cugat offers a lot of different leisure activities to their population (golf field, shopping streets, shopping centers, large green areas, cinemas, music centre, sports centres, Collserola’s natural park, etc.). And also some important international companies and universities are based in Sant Cugat (HP, Delphi, ESADE, CAR (High Performance Sports Center), etc). Sant Cugat is an historical town, this can be seen in his Monastery placed in the town’s center and in a XIth century farm called La Torre Negra in Collserola’s natural park. In Valldoreix there is also an important Professional Tennis School where many young players from all around the world come to become a professional player.

Amazing oceanview home on special Salt Spring Island!

Jun 26, 2012 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Superb new home, on 6+ acres, in an area of fine homes, and with a soaring panoramic vista. Ocean, islands, mountain viewscapes and excellent all day/year round sun exposure (sunrises and sunsets, here!). Close to both Ganges and Fulford Villages, and to lakes, to beach accesses, and to park hiking/walking trails, and to golf, marinas, all services, and yet in its own wonderfully serene and private environment. Custom designed and construction by one of Salt Spring's premier builders, the attention to detail here, and the fineness of the finishes, are superlative. Master bed sitting room, with expansive decking off (hot tub with a view!), a dream ensuite (this shower is exceptional), and large walk in closet, is in its own private "wing". Radiant infloor heating, cherry wood flooring, copper overlay on concrete flooring, custom window treatments, dream kitchen with pantry/storage and mudroom entry off, dramatic dining with window wall that totally opens to the outdoor barbecue/decking, thus expanding summer living pleasures, plus expansive living with stone feature fireplace, handcrafted finishes, plus formal entry and guest powder room. Separate laundry, and exercise room completes main level. Garden level offers gallery/meditation space, guest bed and bath, media room, and a professional office space (could be third bedroom, if desired), plus generous storage. Easy access to patio areas, and that soaring view available to all principal rooms. Enjoy Mt. Baker's majesty from here, plus the entire frieze of Lower Mainland mountains. Totally unique, and totally beautiful. The home is ready to just move into and to enjoy. Landscaping (easy care/natural) continues. A home to inspire and to nurture one's soul...enjoy!

Canada Day on the 1st...lots to see & do on Salt Spring Island!

Jun 26, 2012 — Liane ("Li") Read, Sea to Sky Real Estate

Here we are...easing into the hoped for lift out of our La Nina weather pattern (grey, showers, lower than normal temperatures)...this weekend signals the "real summer" moment. Sunshine is coming? At last? Fingers crossed! Canada Day, July 1st, celebrates Canada's birthday as a nation. Across the country, every community offers special events, and often fireworks are a part of this. On Salt Spring, there's a yacht race from Ganges Harbour to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island. A Classic Car Show, a birthday cake, and yes, at dusk, those great fireworks...in this area, dusk is at 10:15ish. See you on the boardwalk! The galleries are open, for your pleasure, plus ArtCraft at Mahon Hall, and the galleries at ArtSpring. Live music venues, with special mention for Treehouse Cafe's 111 Nights of Live Music...talented Islanders! Studio tours, Saturday Market in the Park, Tuesday Afternoon Foodie Market, Wednesday Morning Specialty Market in the United Church Green, between Hereford & McPhillips Avenues, plus amazing cafes & restaurants, showcasing fresh/organic/local...enjoy! This Canada Day weekend begins the illuminated sculpture walk at Duthie Gallery...don't miss this! Summer is a time to linger, to savour, to recharge...to be a part of Nature's charms. This beautiful part of the world invites...say yes!

Promontory’s Tennis Program is in Full Swing

Jun 25, 2012 — Promontory Club, Summit Sotheby's International Realty

June 23rd, 2012 · Living, tennis Promontory’s private club located in Park City Utah offers great tennis courts and a tennis professional whose 20+ experience gives any level of player the chance to enjoy the game.  Adam Huebner, Promontory’s tennis professional offers private and group lessons along with special events and competitions.

Kids Art Camp-The Creative Side of a Promontory Summer

Jun 25, 2012 — Promontory Club, Summit Sotheby's International Realty

June 21st, 2012 · Kid's Activities Take Part Art Camp means the activities are not just about doing a craft, but actually being a part of the creative process.  Beads are not store bought but are made with clay and baked. Jewelry is made with wire, color and a lot of imagination, while painting is a moment in time getting to know the real masters of art. Park city kids activities start at Promontory’s private community.

Gearing up for the America's Cup Trials, Newport, RI

Jun 22, 2012 — Leslie Hogan, Hogan Associates Real Estate

We Rhode Islanders have waited a long time to welcome the America's Cup back to Newport, so it's been exciting to watch the razor-like sails of the AC45s appear in the harbor off historic Fort Adams. The boats and their containers started arriving last week. Over the last several days they have made their way to Fort Adams in preparation for the final leg of the inaugural America's Cup World Series.

The Colony’s Cloud’s Rest Estate is Mountain Tops Above the Competition!

Jun 22, 2012 — Scott Maizlish, Summit Sotheby's International Realty

If exquisitely crafted architecture, unparalleled views and ultimate seclusion top your list of must-have features - check out one of the most unique mountain estates currently on the Park City real estate market. Nestled in The Colony, Cloud’s Rest’s 6 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms and 12,000 square feet of spacious luxury provide a tranquil escape from Park City's vibrant style. Offered at $8,450,000, the mountain contemporary design of Cloud’s Rest blends natural elements into the pristine surroundings with a superb blend of metal, glass, rock, wood and earth tones.
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