Anita Schmitt

Royal LePage Northshore

Blog by Anita Schmitt

Best Bang Per Reno $

October 5th, 2005
Renovations

*What renovations will give me the greatest return when selling my property?

According to the Appraisal Institute of Canada's 2004 Home Renovation Survey**, the "Top three" pay back renovations are:

Bathrooms (75% to 100%) Kitchens (75% to 100%) Interior and Exterior Painting (50% to 100%)  

Ten "Average" pay back renovations are:

Roof shingle replacement (50% to 80%) Furnace Heating System (50% to 80%) Basement renovation (50% to 75%) Recreation Room addition (50% to 75%) Fireplace installation (50% to 75%) Flooring (50% to 75%) Constructing a garage (50% to 75%) Window and Door replacement

So You Want To Renovate?

October 3rd, 2005
Thinking about renovating in West Vancouver, Whytecliff, Horseshoe Bay, Ansell Place, Pasco Road, Ocean Point, Lions Bay, Porteau Cove, Furry Creek, Howe Sound?

A Renovation project can be great fun. When considering renovating vs. building a new home, think about your budget, how much time you can devote to the project, how much patience you have, and how involved you are prepared to be in the renovation process.

Weigh the benefits of buying an older home in West Vancouver, Whytecliff, Horseshoe Bay, Ansell Place, Pasco Road, Ocean Point, Lions Bay, Porteau Cove, Furry Creek, Howe Sound in an established neighbourhood vs. building a new home,

200 Furry Creek dr, Furry Creek BC

October 2nd, 2005
I just finished uploading this House, 200 Furry Creek dr, Furry Creek BC

Enjoy the stunning views of the ocean and the coastal mountains from 90% of the rooms in this home. The floor to ceiling glass windows further bring the outdoors in, This unique custom built home offers 2 car garage, in floor heating, flat front and rear yards, 2 car garage, in ground sprinkler system and privacy. Top level is reserved for the Master suite complete with huge walk in closet and ensuite as well as top floor private deck. The main level offers a bedroom with ensuite, patio doors to access rear deck. Also found on the main is the large living room, foyer, dining room,

Lot 8 Eagle's Nest Dr, Furry Creek BC

October 2nd, 2005
I just finished uploading this Lot, Lot 8 Eagle's Nest Dr, Furry Creek BC

Eagle's Nest is a limited offering of only 12 single family lots with views of Howe Sound, Coastal Mountains and vistas. Eagle's Nest is architecturally controlled with design guidelines in place to ensure quality. This will protect the individual investments as well as the appearance and integrity of the entire community.