LOOKING FOR GREATER AFFORDABILITY?

 HEAD TO FRASER VALLEY

SURREY, BC – According to the president of the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board (FVREB), international affordability studies regarding Vancouver are misleading because they don’t reflect the reality that homebuyers purchase more affordable homes every day in neighbouring communities.

This news release was issued today by the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board. For the whole story visit http://www.fvreb.bc.ca/blog/index.php/2012/01/26/looking-for-greater-affordability-head-to-fraser-valley#.TyGqNW4lm7c.twitter

Zero-Energy Home 7990 Joffre Ave., Burnaby

                     

The Harmony House EQuilibrium™ Project

7990 Joffre Ave. in Burnaby

 This is a net zero energy house and a winning entry in the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s EQuilibrium™ Initiative competition. This home generates more energy than it uses.

Visit http://www.harmony-house.ca/ for more details and tour information. 

OPEN HOUSES January 28 and 29th

A great selection of properties OPEN HOUSE this weekend to view!  Visit North Delta and Sunshine Hills and see why this is such a popular place to live and raise a family.  Along with these properties we also have a number of other homes listed on our website.  Feel free to browse and if you'd like to make an appointment to view them, please feel free to call us at 604-626-1828.

 



Saturday, Jan 28, 1-3pm
11964 Woodgrove Ave., Delta
details at http://www.finerchoice.com/

Sunday Jan 29, 2-4PM
11717 64A Ave.
details at http://www.finerchoice.com/



Sunday Jan 29, 2-4pm
10427 Suncrest Dr., Delta
details at http://www.finerchoice.com/

Sunday, Jan 29 2-4pm
6722 Kent Cres., Delta
details at http://www.finerchoice.com/



Real Estate Blog - Darrell and Sharon Poetker: Mortgage Rates and Info

North Delta, Sunshine Hills, Boundary Park, Surrey Real Estate Blog - Darrell and Sharon Poetker: Mortgage Rates and Info: Weekly Mortgage Update -Jan 23/12 - Shawn Kusch, Invis BMO has a 5 year fixed term rate for primary residences @ a low rate of 2.99%. This...

Gong Xi Fa Cai and Gong Hey Fat Choy!

Check this out!  Beautiful handwriting of New Years Greetings!

NEW LISTING! 6722 Kent Cr., Delta

JUST LISTED!

6722 Kent Cr., Delta

Asking $598,500

Incredibly Immaculate!

This updated home in Sunshine Hills is truly ready to move into. We've seen new homes not as clean as this one! Major updates in '98 include kitchen, bathrooms and driveway. Recent updates include 2 year old roof, vinyl window 4 years ago, hot water tank 5 months old, crown mouldings and paint 6 months ago. Just a short walk to elementary/secondary schools and transportation.

Visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

NEW LISTING! 10427 Suncrest Dr., Delta

JUST LISTED!
10427 Suncrest Dr., Delta

Asking $639,000

PRIVATE PARADISE IN SUNBURY PARK!

Spectacular split level home situated on large 8,525 sq. ft. lot, friendly cul-de-sac. Features inground pool with LIFESAVER safety cover, family room plus large media room, and a great layout w/ 3 upperbedrooms and lots of storage in large crawlspace. Updates include NEW roof, HWT (1yr), paint, lighting, faux wood blinds, kitchen counters, tile flooring, mouldings, vinyl patio door, newer washer/dryer and dishwasher. Garage converted to finished fantastic 19x18 media room. Move in and enjoy!

For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

Real Estate Blog - Darrell and Sharon Poetker: Mortgage Rates and Info

Weekly Mortgage Update - Jan 17/12 Cindy Bendixen RBC Below are the best rates available for a 4 year or 7 year mortgage! *2.99% 4 year...

TWO OPEN HOUSES SUN. JAN 22nd 2-4PM

OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY JAN. 22nd 2-4PM

11109 Upper Canyon Cres., Delta

ALL BOXES CHECKED HERE!

Layout, location, size and quality. A wonderful 2,330 sq ft, 3 bedrooms plus den 2 level home plus a very usable 6 foot crawl space (almost like a basement!). Nice views from kitchen, dining room and master bedroom.Located on a quiet crescent street a few steps from secluded neighborhood park. Show with confidence - this home is a winner!

Asking $648,500  For more details visit www.finerchoice.com

OPEN HOUSE Sunday Jan.22nd 2-4PM

11964 Woodgrove Ave., Delta

ELEGANT STYLE!

Beautiful, updated, well cared for 2 storey home on quiet street in Sunshine Hills. Formal living and dining rooms, Kitchen and family room combined with sliding glass doors to patio and fenced easy care backyard. Large master bedroom with walk-in & wall to wall built in closet; large shower in ensuite. Quality appliances including gas stove & front load w/d. Updates include flooring, paint, decor and baths. Newer roof, and exterior paint. Short walk to schools, shops and transit.

Asking $617,000  For more details visit www.finerchoice.com

JUST SOLD! 10963 Upper Canyon Rd., Delta

JUST SOLD!

10963 Upper Canyon Rd., Delta

Lots of updates in this three level split, 4 bedroom 2.5 bath family home with big backyard! New kitchen with solid walnut cabinets and granite countertops.

To view our other listings visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

Nathan DeWitt, Wheelchair Racing, Future Paralympian

We have an athlete on our team!  Linda's son Nathan DeWitt is a Future Paralympian of the 2012 London Games in Wheelchair Racing! We are thrilled as a team to be sponsoring him!  Please join us in cheering him on!  We'll keep you posted on his progress thru the coming months!

LOOKING for a great Preschool?

Open House is February 11, 2012 10am-2pm

Registration is February 18, 2012 9am-11am

Sunshine Hills Parent Participation Preschool

www.sunshine-hills.com

NEW VIDEO TOURS! on YouTube.com/FinerChoice

We uploaded some new listing video tours today!
11032 Scarborough Dr., Delta
6684 Faber Cres., Delta
11109 Upper Canyon Rd.,Delta
11895 Chateau Wynd, Delta
12853 67B Ave., Surrey

Ride2Survive

Ride2Survive is having an INDOOR Ride Feb 4th to kick off the season- 100% of $40 registration goes to CCS. This group started in North Delta and is 100% volunteer run with 100% of donations going to Canadian Cancer Society. Interested in riding or cheering them on? Check out their website.

ps... SP has signed up ... can she do a 2 hour ride?  who knows but she's going to try!

NEW LISTING! 11032 SCARBOROUGH DR., DELTA

JUST LISTED!

11032 Scarborough Dr., Delta

One Look will Do!

Absolutely beautiful updated 4235 square foot home on a quiet and private view lot. Classic architecture and street appeal – unquestionably one of the most lovely homes (and locations) in the Royal York subdivision. Features include 4 bedrooms up, den on main, full walk out basement, hardwood flooring, huge gourmet kitchen with large eating area and adjacent family room opening onto private sundeck with southerly view towards boundary bay and Tsawwassen. Call today for your private viewing and be prepared to be wowed!

Asking $869,000     For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/ 

JUST LISTED! a FinerChoice APP

JUST LISTED!   FinerChoice APP  

"Imagine that, FinerChoice now has an APP!” ... for easy real estate searches and an interactive map where you can add your own list of favourite places too.

       FinerChoice is in the APP store and at Market.Android.com

NEW LISTING! 11964 WOODGROVE AVE.,DELTA

11964 Woodgrove Ave., Delta

ELEGANT STYLE! 

Beautiful, updated, well cared for 2 storey home on quiet street in Sunshine Hills.  Formal living and dining rooms, Kitchen and family room combined with sliding glass doors to patio and fenced easy care backyard.  Large master bedroom with walk-in & wall to wall built in closet; large shower in ensuite.  Quality appliances including gas stove & front load w/d.  Updates include flooring, paint, decor and baths.  Newer roof, and exterior paint.  Short walk to schools, shops and transit.  Move in and enjoy!     Asking $617,000     

      For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/ 

JUST SOLD! #49 6712 BAKER RD., DELTA

SOLD in ONE Month!!

#49 6712 Baker Rd.,Delta

 A STEP ABOVE!

One of the finest units in Sunridge Estates. Family oriented complex walking distance to excellent schools, shopping and transit. 3 bedroom 2 bath updated town home with private south facing decked back yard.

For details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

OPEN HOUSE! SATURDAY JAN. 14th 1-3PM

OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Jan.14th 1-3PM

11717 64A Ave., Delta

MAKE IT YOURS!

Basement style, 2,554 sq. ft. home with fabulous layout and good sized rooms, situated on lovely lot with beautiful landscaping, on a quiet street in Sunshine Hills. Features 4 bedrooms (3 up), large rec/games room area down, 3 full baths, large garage with workshop room and large sundeck off kitchen. Fenced backyard has beautiful patio area and garden areas. Needs a furnace and ensuite work, reflected in price and it's an opportunity to use your ideas!

Asking $599,900   For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

THREE OPEN HOUSES! SUNDAY JAN.15th 2-4PM

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Jan 15 2-4PM

10963 Upper Canyon, Delta

 Not A Drive By!

Lots of updates in this three level split, 4 bedroom 2.5 bath family home with big backyard! New kitchen with solid walnut cabinets and granite countertops. Updates include vinyl windows, flooring, doors, baseboards, fun modern paint colours and all appliances.    

Asking $549,900    For more details visit .www.finerchoice.com 

  OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Jan 15 2-4PM

10963 Upper Canyon, Delta

LOTS OF CHARACTER!

You'll love this updated practical 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home located on a 4,008sf lot. Main living area plus family room and den, 3 upstairs bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, storage up and crawlspace. Updates include new fabulous kitchen, appliances, baths, int. & ext. paint, carpet and laminate, fence, roof and windows. Fenced backyard with 8'x10' storage shed backing onto small park greenspace. Call today to view this lovely property. 

 Asking $389,900  For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

OPEN HOUSE Sunday, Jan 15th 2-4PM

11895 Chateau Wd., Delta



This is one Cool House!

 If your taste trends to the 'wow factor' with a heavy helping of practicality, this home is for you. Over 3,500 sq ft with 4 bdrms up, games/could be 5th bdrm on main, finished basement with large windows, spectacular vaulted ceilings, skylights, and open architecture. Numerous updates including kitchen with stainless steel appliances, baths, designer colours and decor, some flooring, furnace, HWT and roof.

Asking $719,900  For more details visit http://www.finerchoicecom/

NEW LISTING! #2202 111 W. Georgia St., Vancouver

READY TO MOVE IN! 

Ultimate package, this one bedroom plus den unit offers awesome view, excellent design, insuite laundry, large storage closet and extra wide parking space in fantastic location!  Located in Spectrum 1- Concord Pacific complex w/ stunning SW VIEW - False Creek to Downtown and BC Place.  Ultra modern building with top of the line facilities; 2 gyms, 80' lap pool, theatre room & 24 hr. conciege, walk out the door and you're at Roger's Arena.  Or enter off quiet tree lined street, skytrain just a blk away, Costco is below!  Pets (1 dog or cat), Rentals OK.  Purchase Price with furnishings included $392,000. Easy to show!

Asking $389,000 For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

North Delta, Sunshine Hills, Boundary Park, Surrey Real Estate Blog - Darrell and Sharon Poetker: Mortgage Rates and Info

North Delta, Sunshine Hills, Boundary Park, Surrey Real Estate Blog - Darrell and Sharon Poetker: Mortgage Rates and Info: Weekly Mortgage Update - Jan 9/12 - Shawn Kusch, Invis Below are the present rates available for the applicable mortgage product… * 5 yea...

NEW LISTING! 6684 Faber Cres., Delta

Location and Pool! 

4 Bedroom Family home in Sunshine Hills with an excellent floor plan; 3 bedrooms & 2 baths up, large extra bedroom or games room on the main and a family room adjacent to kitchen and opening to backyard, PLUS separate rec. room and an enclosed cedar hot tub room all make this a great home for entertaining or having your own get away inside or out!  Large lot with incredibly private and serene beautifully landscaped backyard featuring picturesque pool!  A close walk to schools, recreation, parks and transit. 

Asking Price $688,000   Call Sharon or Darrell for details!  Details have been submitted to MLS, should be on by early Monday.

OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY Jan.8th 2-4pm

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 2-4pm

11109 Upper Canyon, Delta

ALL BOXES CHECKED HERE!

Layout, location, size and quality. A wonderful 2,330 sq ft, 3 bedrooms plus den 2 level home plus a very usable 6 foot crawl space (almost like a basement!). Nice views from kitchen, dining room and master bedroom - this home is a winner!   

Asking $648,500 For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 2-4pm

11895 Chateeau Wy, Delta

This is one Cool House!

If your taste trends to the 'wow factor' with a heavy helping of practicality, this home is for you. Over 3,500 sq ft with 4 bdrms up, games/could be 5th bdrm on main, finished basement with large windows, spectacular vaulted ceilings, skylights, and open architecture. Numerous updates including kitchen with stainless steel appliances, baths, designer colours and decor, some flooring, furnace, HWT and roof. Just a short walk to shopping, buses, schools and recreation!

Asking $719,900 For more details visit http://www.finerchoice.com/

What's the Real Estate Market like?

Here's the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board 2011 Year End Report

Press Release January 4, 2012

2011 Real Estate Market Showcases Regional Variation

Happy New Year!

Happy New Year! May it be full of wonderful surprises, many blessings, good health and memorable moments.  The FinerChoice Team, Darrell, Sharon, Trisha and Linda