http://bobsethi.com/blog.html Bob Sethi, B.Comm : Latest Blog Posts Copyright (C): Bob Sethi, B.Comm, http://bobsethi.com Tue, 08 May 2012 08:02:39 GMT Bob Sethi, B.Comm 2012-05-08T08:02:39Z Copyright (C): Bob Sethi, B.Comm, http://bobsethi.com http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1863604 <span id="emptyphoto"></span> <div> I have listed a new property at 5 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/5-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24665129.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower Mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks. Enjoy shopping andrestaurants at Queensborough Landing (Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung/Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Ask about our limited time No Mortgage Payment For 1 Year! </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Tue, 08 May 2012 04:02:38 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1863604 2012-05-08T04:02:38Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1853964 <span id="emptyphoto"></span> <div> I have listed a new property at 17 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/17-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24585159.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English News in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower Mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks. Enjoy shopping and restaurants at Queensborough Landing (Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for you and family including a 7-piece Samsung/Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Ask about our limited time Mortgage Buydown to OWN FROM $899/month*. GRAND OPENING SATURDAY, MARCH 17th. </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Thu, 03 May 2012 04:02:09 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1853964 2012-05-03T04:02:09Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-garden-city-richmond-1851694 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/11-9580-ALBERTA-Road-Richmond-mylistings-24549844.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24549844/image/259438199-0.jpeg?w=150&h=100" alt="Property Photo: 11 9580 ALBERTA RD in Richmond"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24549844/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 11 9580 ALBERTA RD in Richmond. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/11-9580-ALBERTA-Road-Richmond-mylistings-24549844.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> PARKSIDE ESTATES. 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Only two homes left - call today! </div> </div> Garden City, Richmond Real Estate Wed, 02 May 2012 04:02:22 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-garden-city-richmond-1851694 2012-05-02T04:02:22Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-garden-city-richmond-1851699 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/12-9580-ALBERTA-Road-Richmond-mylistings-24549874.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24549874/image/259438276-0.jpeg?w=150&h=100" alt="Property Photo: 12 9580 ALBERTA RD in Richmond"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24549874/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 12 9580 ALBERTA RD in Richmond. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/12-9580-ALBERTA-Road-Richmond-mylistings-24549874.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> PARKSIDE ESTATES. New homes in quiet, family friendly neighborhood backing onto park, 2 schools and steps to Garden City Park. Walking distance to Downtown Richmond's shops & entertainment. Sophisticated finishes & 7-piece appliance package. PRICE INCLUDES NET HST! Only two homes left - call today! </div> </div> Garden City, Richmond Real Estate Wed, 02 May 2012 04:02:22 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-garden-city-richmond-1851699 2012-05-02T04:02:22Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1837674 <span id="emptyphoto"></span> <div> I have listed a new property at 12 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/12-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24400059.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 &. 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks.Enjoy shopping and restaurants at Queensborough Landing Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung / Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Ask about our limited time No Mortgage Payment For 1 Year! </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Tue, 24 Apr 2012 04:03:06 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1837674 2012-04-24T04:03:06Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1821569 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/18-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24238664.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24238664/image/259389918-0.jpeg?w=150&h=100" alt="Property Photo: 18 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24238664/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 18 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/18-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24238664.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 &. 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks.Enjoy shopping and restaurants at Queensborough Landing Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung / Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Ask about our limited time No Mortgage Payment For 1 Year! </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Sat, 14 Apr 2012 04:01:55 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1821569 2012-04-14T04:01:55Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1814399 <span id="emptyphoto"></span> <div> I have listed a new property at 9 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/9-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24163009.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower Mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks. Enjoy shopping andrestaurants at Queensborough Landing (Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung/Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Limited time offer: No mortgage payments for 1 year - ask us how! </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:02:31 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1814399 2012-04-11T04:02:31Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1814404 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/8-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24163014.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24163014/image/259380648-0.jpeg?w=150&h=100" alt="Property Photo: 8 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/24163014/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 8 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/8-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-24163014.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower Mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks. Enjoy shopping andrestaurants at Queensborough Landing (Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung/Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Limited time offer: No mortgage payments for 1 year - ask us how! </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Wed, 11 Apr 2012 04:02:31 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1814404 2012-04-11T04:02:31Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1782219 <span id="emptyphoto"></span> <div> I have listed a new property at 16 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/16-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-23810434.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 &. 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks.Enjoy shopping and restaurants at Queensborough Landing Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung / Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Ask about our limited time Mortgage Buydown to OWN FROM $899/month*. GRAND OPENING SATURDAY, MARCH 17th </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:02:07 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1782219 2012-03-21T04:02:07Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1779524 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/2-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-23786569.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/23786569/image/259334055-0.jpeg?w=150&h=100" alt="Property Photo: 2 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/23786569/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 2 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/2-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-23786569.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> NEW 2 & 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Own for as little as $899/month* with our limited time MORTGAGE BUYDOWN promotion. Centrally located Queensborough walking distance to schools, parks, restaurants, shopping at QueensboroughLanding, Lowes plus entertainment at Starlight Casino. High-end finishes including 7-piece Samsung / Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, crown moldings, security system and gas BBQ hookup. PRESENTATION CENTRE open daily 12-5pm (except Friday) located at 1211 Ewen Avenue, New Westminster. </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:03:12 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1779524 2012-03-20T04:03:12Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1770954 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/1-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-23422769.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/23422769/image/259324437-0.jpeg?w=150&h=100" alt="Property Photo: 1 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/23422769/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 1 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/1-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-23422769.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 &. 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks.Enjoy shopping and restaurants at Queensborough Landing Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung / Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Ask about our limited time Mortgage Buydown to OWN FROM $899/month*. GRAND OPENING SATURDAY, MARCH 17th </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:04:12 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1770954 2012-03-15T04:04:12Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1770959 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/6-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-23422799.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/23422799/image/259324654-0.jpeg?w=150&h=100" alt="Property Photo: 6 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/23422799/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 6 1135 EWEN AVE in New Westminster. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/6-1135-EWEN-Avenue-New-Westminster-mylistings-23422799.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> 2 &. 3 BEDROOM TOWNHOMES FROM $329,900. Introducing English Mews in New Westminster's growing Queensborough neighborhood. Centrally located in BC's Lower mainland and walking distance to rapid transit, schools and parks.Enjoy shopping and restaurants at Queensborough Landing Wal-Mart, Best Buy, Home Outfitters, Starbucks, Tim Hortons, plus more), Starlight Casino and Lowes. Developed by the Tien Sher Group of Companies, English Mews is the perfect home for your family including a 7-piece Samsung / Maytag appliance package, quartz countertops, wood-laminate floors, security system and gas BBQ hookup. Ask about our limited time Mortgage Buydown to OWN FROM $899/month*. GRAND OPENING SATURDAY, MARCH 17th </div> </div> Queensborough, New Westminster Real Estate Thu, 15 Mar 2012 04:04:12 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-queensborough-new-westminster-1770959 2012-03-15T04:04:12Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/10000-first-time-home-buyers-bonus-announced-in-20122013-bc-budget-1727158 <P align=left></P> <DIV> <DIV> <DIV> <DIV> <DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><STRONG>THE $10,000 B.C. FIRST-TIME NEW HOME BUYERS’ BONUS</STRONG></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">&nbsp;</DIV> <P><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">&nbsp;</SPAN></P></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"></SPAN></DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"></SPAN></DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"></SPAN></DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"></SPAN></DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"></SPAN></DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"></SPAN><I><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"> <DIV>Subject to approval by the legislature, the B.C. government intends to implement a temporary BC First-Time New Home Buyers’ Bonus. Effective February 21, 2012, to March 31, 2013, the bonus is a one-time refundable personal income tax credit worth up to $10,000. </DIV> <P></I><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">&nbsp;</SPAN></SPAN></P> <DIV class=paragraph><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">Read more here </SPAN><A href="http://www.bcbudget.gov.bc.ca/2012/homebuyers/2012_First_Time_Home_Buyers_Fact_Sheet.pdf"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">http://www.bcbudget.gov.bc.ca/2012/homebuyers/2012_First_Time_Home_Buyers_Fact_Sheet.pdf</SPAN></A></DIV> <DIV class=paragraph><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">&nbsp;</SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=paragraph><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">Contact me to see how this program can benefit you - </SPAN><A href="http://bobsethi.com/mailto:bob@bobsethi.com"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt">bob@bobsethi.com</SPAN></A><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 10pt"></SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=paragraph><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic">&nbsp;</SPAN></DIV> <DIV class=paragraph></I>&nbsp;</DIV> Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:45:00 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/10000-first-time-home-buyers-bonus-announced-in-20122013-bc-budget-1727158 2012-02-21T23:45:00Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/hst-rebate-threshold-raised-1722824 <P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px" align=center><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 16pt"><STRONG>Threshold being raised to $850,000 effective April 1, 2012</STRONG></SPAN></P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px" align=center><STRONG>Government announces the transition rules for the HST early</STRONG></P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px"><STRONG>BURNABY, BC (February 17, 2012)</STRONG> -&nbsp;The Honourable Kevin Falcon, Minister of Finance held a press conference today in Victoria to announce transition rules for the harmonized sales tax and the affect it will have on the home building industry. Effective April 1, 2012 the threshold for new housing rebates will be increased from $525,000 to $850,000, including secondary homes.</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">"We are elated the Provincial Ministry of Finance and the Federal Finance Department asked for our input and that our provincial government listened to the lobbying efforts of CHBA BC," said CEO, M.J. Whitemarsh. "We had the confidence the Government would take our concerns to heart and implement the best solution for our industry, the news today was worth the wait and is even better than we could have anticipated." &nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">Since the referendum results to rescind the tax, the Canadian Home Builders' Association of BC (CHBA BC) has worked diligently providing information from members to the government requesting the implementation of the transition rules be done as simply and quickly as possible to prevent any further stalling of the residential housing industry. &nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">"The out-of-box forward thinking from the Government has created a stable situation for all CHBA BC members who build secondary homes," Whitemarsh said. "Houses purchased as of April 1st will ultimately be receiving a $42,500 discount, now that the threshold has been raised."</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">Releasing the transition rules on housing early was a wise and bold move on government's part, one that is mutually beneficial. CHBA BC lobbied for a tax rebate to be created for consumers on new home purchases and renovations, so the industry could move forward and gain momentum once again.</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">"Raising the threshold is a brilliant decision that is fair and equitable, a huge benefit to all consumers that will spur the market," said Doug Wittal, President of CHBA BC. "Including the second home market outside the GVRD and CRD will create a huge boom, creating jobs and pushing the industry forward in very innovative ways." &nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <DIV style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px" class=paragraph>The 2012 budget will be announced Tuesday, February 21, 2012.</DIV> <DIV style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px" class=paragraph>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px" class=paragraph>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px" class=paragraph>For more on how the transition rules affect your new home purchase contact me at <A href="http://bobsethi.com/mailto:bob@bobsethi.com">bob@bobsethi.com</A>.</DIV> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> <P style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px" align=center>&nbsp;</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px"><STRONG>Taken from&nbsp;CHBA BC.&nbsp; </STRONG>The Canadian Home Builders' Association of British Columbia is the voice of the residential construction industry in BC fostering a housing environment in which the industry operates effectively and professionally.</P> <P style="MARGIN-TOP: 0px; MARGIN-BOTTOM: 0px">&nbsp;</P> BC chba HST kevin falcon liberal minister of finance threshold Fri, 17 Feb 2012 23:24:00 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/hst-rebate-threshold-raised-1722824 2012-02-17T23:24:00Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/grade-12-bursary-program-now-accepting-applications-1708194 <H1><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">Grade 12 Bursary Program Now Accepting Applications</SPAN></H1> <H1><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><IMG border=0 alt="RE/MAX Quest for Excellence" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/w/w=bobsethi.com/_media/Images/Quest for Excellence/REMAX Quest for Excellence heart image.jpg"></SPAN></H1> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; COLOR: #333399; FONT-SIZE: 8pt; TEXT-DECORATION: underline">What is the RE/MAX Quest for Excellence?</SPAN></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">The Quest for Excellence Program is a bursary program for grade 12 students in Western Canada. It was established by RE/MAX of Western Canada to recognize the success and ongoing pursuits of Western Canadian students in regards to leadership and community contribution initiatives. Scroll down to enter.</SPAN></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">&nbsp;</SPAN>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; COLOR: #333399; FONT-SIZE: 8pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt; TEXT-DECORATION: underline">What is Awarded</SPAN>?</SPAN></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">RE/MAX of Western Canada will award 16 bursaries of $1,000 each to qualifying Grade 12 students. In addition, the 16 bursary winners will be entered into a draw and one lucky recipient will receive a RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon ride for two. Bursary winners will be notified in May, 2012. </SPAN></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">All Winners will be posted in May 2012.</SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">&nbsp;</SPAN>&nbsp;</DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt"> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; COLOR: #333399; TEXT-DECORATION: underline">Who Can Participate?</SPAN></DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; COLOR: #333399; TEXT-DECORATION: underline"></SPAN> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">The Quest for Excellence is open to all Grade 12 students attending high school from September, 2011 – June, 2012. Grade 12 students may not have participated in graduation commencement ceremonies in the past. Applicants must be a resident of one of the following provinces/territories.<BR>• British Columbia<BR>• Alberta<BR>• Saskatchewan<BR>• Manitoba<BR>• Yukon Territory</SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">&nbsp;</SPAN>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 8pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; COLOR: #333399; FONT-SIZE: 8pt; TEXT-DECORATION: underline">What is Required?</SPAN></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">Students are to convey the contributions they have made to their communities in a short online essay, maximum 1,250 words. Key qualities students should demonstrate are leadership, motivation and communication skills. Other attributes may include volunteering, participation in charitable events or fundraising, and contributions that enrich the lives of others and their communities.<BR>Note: All entries become the property of RE/MAX of Western Canada and photos and names of winners may be used in print publications and media.</SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">&nbsp;</SPAN>&nbsp;</DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 8pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; COLOR: #333399; FONT-SIZE: 8pt; TEXT-DECORATION: underline">Submission Instructions</SPAN></SPAN></DIV> <DIV><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 8pt">Complete the following on-line application form.<BR>Deadline for entry is March 12th, 2012.<BR>A maximum of one on-line essay per student.</SPAN></DIV> <H2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; COLOR: #333399; FONT-SIZE: 12pt">TO ENTER VISIT</SPAN>:&nbsp; <BR></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><A href="http://www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence-application"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Century Gothic; FONT-SIZE: 12pt; TEXT-DECORATION: underline">http://www.remax-western.ca/quest-excellence-application</SPAN></A> </SPAN></H2> <H2><SPAN style="FONT-SIZE: 12pt"><IMG border=0 alt="RE/MAX Quest for Excellence $1,000 bursury for Grade 12 Students" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/w/w=bobsethi.com/_media/Images/Quest for Excellence/REMAX Quest for Excellence big image-542-wide.jpg"></SPAN></H2></SPAN> bursuries grade 12 RE/MAX scholarship Western Canada Wed, 08 Feb 2012 22:38:10 GMT http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/grade-12-bursary-program-now-accepting-applications-1708194 2012-02-08T22:38:10Z http://bobsethi.com/blog.html/new-property-listed-in-west-cambie-richmond-1679373 <div class="photoplaceholder" style="float: left; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px; position: relative;" > <a href="http://bobsethi.com/9820-ALEXANDRA-Road-Richmond-mylistings-22207618.property"> <img border="0" style="border: 1px solid gray" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/mylistings/4426/ListingImage.get?listingId=22207618&filename=259216268-0.jpeg&w=150&h=100&fitFully=true" alt="Property Photo: 9820 ALEXANDRA RD in Richmond"> <img border="0" style="position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0;" src="http://static.myrealpage.com/wps/rest/4426/l/22207618/img/ribbon/auto"> </a></div> <div> I have listed a new property at 9820 ALEXANDRA RD in Richmond. <div style="margin: 10px 0px 10px 0px"> <a href="http://bobsethi.com/9820-ALEXANDRA-Road-Richmond-mylistings-22207618.property">See details here</a> </div> </div> <div> <div style="margin-top: 10px"> EXCELLENT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY! 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