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Compass Expands in Colorado with Affiliation of PorchLight Real Estate Group

Compass, Inc. has announced the affiliation of PorchLight Real Estate Group, an independent brokerage based in Colorado.  PorchLight’s team of agents will gain access to more inventory, a leading technology platform and an expansive referral network, as stated in a release. “I’m excited to welcome the talented agents of PorchLight who have built a reputation…

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NAHB Awards Program Now Accepting Applications

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has announced that its awards program is now open. The NAHB Awards Program highlights the best and brightest in the residential construction industry in a variety of categories. Applications are now open for the following: Best in American Living™ Awards — sponsored by SMEG — spotlights the most…

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HUD, OMB Eliminate Core Policies From Biden-Era Home Appraisal Task Force

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) announced Thursday that it would be terminating key polices from the Biden administration’s Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE) Task Force—an initiative launched to address racial bias in home appraisals. According to a release from HUD, the termination…

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Rich Media Isn’t a Luxury. It’s Your New Standard.

Today’s buyers don’t just want to see a listing. They want to experience it. In a digital-first world, scrolling through static photos and skimming dry descriptions doesn’t cut it anymore. Buyers expect more, and honestly, they deserve it. They want to imagine walking through the front door, taking in the layout, getting a feel for…

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Housing Affordability Melts as Market Heats Up for Summer

As the summer housing market is heats up, it appears that affordability melted for many homebuyers in May, according to the latest National Association of Realtors®’ (NAR) Housing Affordability Index. NAR’s data saw the qualifying income needed to buy a home increase by 3.3% to $108,192 in May (based on a 25% qualifying ratio for…

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The 42nd Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival

Do you have plans from February 22 to March 1? If not, here's a treat if you're a wine lover!

With all the various events happening this love month, it’s a shame if you can’t attend one! You know how much I love wine! So, why not go out and join in on one of Canada’s oldest events of its kind in the world.

2020 marks the 42nd year of the Annual Vancouver International Wine Festival. Can you believe it? The wine selection is fantastic and the participants have been carefully chosen. With over 775+ wines available for sampling, you won’t go out empty-handed! Get to understand different cultures by the flavour of their wine. Move from one country/region simply by moving from one tasting room to another.

Oh and if you don't have a date for Valentine’s Day, this may be a chance to meet someone special over a glass of wine! Don’t wait any longer! Visit www.VanWineFest.ca and grab a ticket.

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