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Whistler Exciting News and Developments

December 24th, 2008

Exciting and Positive News in Whistler

Despite the multiple challenges the tourism industry across the globe and some specific ones closer to home here in Whistler, we have so many exciting and positive events and milestones to celebrate. The Whistler Real Estate market has been affected and had it's challenges lately as well. All markets will rebound and Whistler is poised to take advant ...

Comparing Home Values in Whistler

December 15th, 2008

I have a 4.5 bedroom home listed for sale on 8476 Matterhorn Drive, in Alpine Meadows, Whistler BC. It is located on the upper part of Matterhorn Drive and sits on a 12,700+sq ft, flat lot with great views of Whistler Mountain. It is a decent home at 2400 sq ft and generates $3450/mo in rental revenue.

A home two doors down sold for $2.6 million in 2005.

So what is the market price right ...

Whistler BC, recent sales and prices.

December 13th, 2008
Townhomes prices down in Whistler, BC.

There have been some recent sales in Whistler BC over the past few weeks. With the favourable US exchange rate, the listing price discounts and excitement of the 2010 Olympics, more buyers are starting to take advantage of some real estate deals.

Here is a list of some recent sales in Whistler in the past 7 days:

1. Montebello townhome (Village). ...

Whistler Olympic 2010 Rentals with Ben, VIP

December 13th, 2008

Today I rode the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola - Opening Day! Along with Ben Thomas, from VIP Mountain Holidays, a high end vacation planning company based in Whistler, BC. Ben spoke about 2010 Olympic Rentals in Whistler. For owners or if looking to rent out your Whistler Home or Condo for the Olympics Ben has some great advice.

Q: 'What should owners who are looking to rent their Whistler home or ...

9348 Emerald Drive, Whistler, BC

December 11th, 2008

I just finished uploading this Vacant Land for sale, 9348 Emerald Drive, Whistler, BC

Large Building Lot in Emerald Drive, Emerald Estates, north of Whistler Village approximately 4mk. This is a Foreclosure Sale. Currently listed at $489,000.

To understand how to purchase a foreclosure sale, in Whistler, BC, contact Dave Burch, Whistler realtor.

NY Times on Whistler and Vancouver

December 11th, 2008

An article in the New York Times today contains some optimism about both Vancouver and Whistler's real estate markets and outlook with the upcoming 2010 Olympic Games as the catalyst.

Although the housing market is going through a rough time righ now, real estate agents remain optimistic, though, that the market in general will snap back, perhaps in time for the Olympics. Dave Watt, a vete ...

Tips for Finding Real Estate Deals

December 10th, 2008

Tips for Finding a Deal

1. Know the sellers reason for selling and understand their motivation level.

2. Have comprehensive knowledge of all comparable recent sales & use them to support your offer.

3. Watch for significant or continuous price reductions = motivated seller .

4. Stay on top of the market with a system that shows you Days on market, Price changes & Sold pricing.

5. Be ...

Whistler's Best Properties

December 10th, 2008

What are the BEST WHISTLER properties?

I often get this question from interested buyers and investors trying to understand all the different investment options in Whistler, BC. If you are looking for a condo or townhome in Whistler BC, here is my answer: I think Phase 1 condos and townhomes are the best properties and real estate to own in Whistler if you want to have full flexibility ...

Buyers Writing Offers!

December 9th, 2008

With many of my listings getting multiple showings over the past few weeks it is a positive note when buyers start writing offers. I am waiting to hear back on an offer I put in with clients on a beautiful condo in Whistler village yesterday.

Some buyers these days seem to feel that Whistler prices will be coming down sharply across the board. Well, Whistler has not worked that way in the ...

Whistler PEAK 2 PEAK Opening Day Schedule

December 8th, 2008

WHISTLER BLACKCOMB PEAK 2 PEAK GONDOLA TO LAUNCH FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12

On-mountain launch ceremony and Grand Après in Skiers Plaza celebrate the day

Whistler Blackcomb's PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola will officially open to the public December 12, 2008.

The official ceremony will get underway at 10:30am on both Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains at the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola terminals. There will be ...

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