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02 August 2009
No more interest free loans for leaky condos in BC
Owners of leaky condominiums in British Columbia built poorly during the building boom of the late 1980s and early 1990s would no longer be eligible for government funded interest free loans to repair their buildings. The B.C. government has put an end Read More...
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11 June 2009
Clearbrook Village Renovations Under Way
Clearbrook Village - a family-oriented complex comprising of 2 and 3 bedroom town-homes - located at 3030 Trethewey Street is getting a major makeover. After month and months of haggling the strata development has finally started the long over due renovation Read More...
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04 May 2009
Cash for toilets, just don't flush it
The City of Abbotsford and the District of Mission have teamed up to offer a rebate of $50 for each toilet replacement when a new ultra-low flow model is installed in your home. It's all part of a program to make bathroom renovations more environmentally-friendly. Read More...
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28 January 2009
Budget 2009 Highlights For Housing Market
The federal budget released for 2009 contains a few items of interest to homeowners and people who are thinking about buying a home. Here are some highlights: RRSP Home Buyers' Plan: Starting from January 28, 2009, first-time home buyers can withdraw Read More...
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24 June 2008
$3500 Grant To Make Homes Safer For Seniors
Under its Home Adaptations for Seniors' Independence (HASI) program CMHC helps homeowners and landlords pay for minor home modifications to extend the time low-income seniors can live in their own homes independently. Homeowners and landlords may Read More...
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09 June 2008
Fully Forgivable Loan For Renovations
CMHC's RRAP - The Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program — is to assist in the creation of affordable housing for low-income seniors and adults with a disability by providing financial assistance to convert/develop existing residential Read More...
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21 May 2008
Discounted Mortgage Loan Insurance for Energy-Efficient Homes
For most people, the hardest part of buying a home — especially the first home — is saving the necessary down payment. Mortgage Loan Insurance helps you buy a house with little or no down payment. CMHC or Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation Read More...
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03 October 2007
How To Hire A Painting Contractor
Whether you're planning an interior or exterior painting project, hiring a painting contractor will save a lot of time and energy in the long run. Before you hire a painting contractor, here are few things you should consider: Get a list of references. Read More...
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03 October 2007
New Windows Can Help You save $$$
Winter is almost here and home maintenance experts agree that now is the optimum time to start thinking about preparing your home for winter. There is still time for home maintenance or improvement projects (a bit rainy, but still not bad). From servicing Read More...
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