100 Homes Sold: 100 Reasons To Celebrate

Buying, Selling | December 1, 2021 | written by Corbin Chivers

We recently marked a major achievement here at Corbin & Co: celebrating the sale of our 100th home this year. It was a pretty big milestone for us and we saw 100 reasons to celebrate. So how did we mark the occasion? By celebrating with the community that’s been supporting us over the years. It…

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Living the Good Life in Willoughby

Buying, Real Estate Tips, Resources | November 15, 2021 | written by Corbin Chivers

There’s a reason more and more people are looking at Willoughby as a place to start or grow their families. This warm, welcoming tight-knit community is one of the fastest-growing areas in Langley. It sits near the north end of Langley Township, conveniently located near the Number One Highway, giving it easy access to commuters…

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October 2021 Market Stats

Buying, Real Estate Tips, Selling | November 2, 2021 | written by Corbin Chivers

Hey Everybody! Hope you all had a great Halloween Weekend !!! With SALE PRICES (Just since LAST MONTH) going up from 5% in some areas, to a (staggering) 14% in other areas – it’s safe to say this market is STILL ON ! This October, being one of the lowest inventory months in the past TWENTY years, really saw…

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Your Offer Was Accepted! Now What?

Buying | April 27, 2021 | written by Corbin Chivers

Buying your first home is a thrilling but scary experience. You saved up money for a down payment, attended open houses, and even had a few offers rejected. But then you stumble across it… your dream home, right here in Cloverdale! You make the offer, and to your jubilation, it is accepted! Now what?  …

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Understanding the Hot Cloverdale Housing Market

Buying | December 16, 2020 | written by Corbin Chivers

The housing market in the Clayton and Cloverdale area of Surrey is hot. Because houses have been selling so quickly there is low supply but lots of buyers want to get into the market at the low-interest rates the market is holding on to. Here are a few tips to help give you a better…

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How Does Buying a Home in Surrey and Langley Affect Your Taxes

Buying | October 21, 2020 | written by Corbin Chivers

Buying a home is a big life decision. It’s important to know how that decision will affect your tax situation. When buying a home in BC you are not required to pay any yearly taxes unless you are making rental income on your home or flipped the home for an income. You are however, required…

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4 Reasons to Regularly Check Your Home’s Value

Buying, Investing, Selling | June 10, 2020 | written by Corbin Chivers

In the real estate industry, it is inevitable that the value of your home will change over time. The city of Surrey and Langley will send you yearly assessments for tax purposes that give you the most accurate assessment of your home. There are many opportunities available when your assessments increase.    Assessments are also…

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3 Tips for Handling Real Estate Deals During COVID-19

Buying, Selling | May 25, 2020 | written by Corbin Chivers

The Coronavirus, more commonly referred to as COVID-19, has held the world’s economy hostage because of the threat of its spread. With strict quarantine procedures and social distancing methods in place, the world is finding new ways to cope with living in this new way of life.   The Effect Of The Pandemic on Real…

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How COVID-19 Affects Real Estate in Canada

Buying, Selling | May 20, 2020 | written by Corbin Chivers

In Canada, real estate is considered an essential service. The real estate industry is continually moving and adapting to the changes caused by COVID-19, which is why houses, condos, and other real estate infrastructures are still currently up in the market.   The Canadian government is helping keep the economy stable by providing relief to…

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