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January 2023 Newsletter

Andy Schildhorn • January 24, 2023
HELLO EVERYONE AND WELCOME TO OUR JANUARY 2023 NEWSLETTER!

Canada's ban on foreign homebuyers is now in effect, barring commercial enterprises and individuals outside of Canada from buying residential properties.
 
Our featured listing, 8888 Hadden Street, is located on the best child-friendly street in Fort Langley! A few minutes’ walk to the Langley Fine Arts School and to downtown Fort Langley. Move your family to where community is a lifestyle.
 
Its always fun checking in and chatting with Jeanette Martin of MYBC Consulting to discuss market numbers. Here is our Facebook Live Session. Join us next February 9 at 11;00 to hear how the market numbers are unfolding
 
We will miss Randy and Barb, Long time clients. We very much appreciate their thoughts on our service.
 
Our Langley Market Report shows detached home prices are down 10.9% from last year, with listings up by 149.3% and sales volume down by 53.9% year over year. The same could be said for Condos and Townhomes in the Langley area. I should add pricing is down by about 21% from the market high in April. 
 
What may you ask is a WassALE? This is an ancient british tradition, gathering with your friends to celebrate the passing of the longest winter night and promise of spring. The Langley Craft Breweries have re-imagined this mid-winter tradition and invite you and your friends to our tasting rooms to sample winter warming treats and pairing snacks created exclusively for the Wassale! 
 
Rita Cousins, Mortgage Broker, talks about a plan to settle the excess spending that’s racking up interest on your credit cards. 
 
In real estate news. British Columbia has become the first province to require a three-day cooling-off period for buyers after they've signed an agreement to purchase a home. 
 
Well, that’s it for this month. Want to talk Real Estate? Let my 25-plus years help guide you through these changing market conditions? Text, Email, or Call, and we can set up a time to discuss your plans. 
 
Thanks for dropping by, have a great day, and I look forward to meeting you soon.

Bully Offers Are Back - What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

By Andy Schildhorn • March 31, 2025
The Real Estate rules are changing again — and it’s a big one for anyone buying or selling in Langley or the Fraser Valley. As of March 17, 2025, bully offers are officially back in BC. Even if an offer date is set, Sellers can now accept early offers — with conditions. In this episode of Andy Talks Real Estate, I explain what’s changing, why it matters, and how to prepare. 📊 Key Takeaways: ✅ What is a bully offer — and why are they back? ✅ IDRPO vs DRPO: What the new rules mean for buyers & sellers ✅ How to adjust your strategy — especially in a slower market ✅ What must happen before a seller accepts an early offer ✅ Local perspective from 30+ years in the Langley & Fraser Valley market Whether you're thinking of selling this spring or trying to buy in a competitive area — this update could change your timing and negotiation power. 📅 Book a call: https://rly.forsale/Chat-with-Andy

Mark your calendar! - March 30 - Open House - Sun 2-4:00pm

By Andy Schildhorn • March 29, 2025
Charming English Garden Home at 23208 Francis, Fort Langley Charm and character define this stunning English garden home, essentially brand new while preserving its timeless appeal. For more details click here. Click here f or a video

Step Inside! March 29 - Open House - Saturday 2-4:00pm

By Andy Schildhorn • March 28, 2025
204 - 23255 Billy Brown | 1-Bedroom Condo in Bedford Landing Welcome to The Village in Bedford Landing! This bright spacious 1-bed, 1-bath + nook is perfect for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors. Click here for more details . Click here a short video
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