Blog by John Garrad-Cole

Mortgage lending changes - reduced amortisation period

June 21st, 2012

Federal Government Changes to Mortgage Lending

For the fourth time in as many years, the Federal Government has announced action to restrict mortgage credit. The new measures include:

  • The maximum amortization on a prime mortgage will be reduced from 30 to 25 years.
  • Mortgage insurance will not be provided for properties valued over $1 million.
  • Refinancing has been lowered from a maximum o ...

Price reduction - great townhouse buy in Nick North

June 15th, 2012
Goldenwood offers some of the best townhouses in Whistler - spacious with excellent floorplans, superb golf course location, views and high quality finishing.  8329 Glenn Abbey Lane has just been reduced to $1,775k - that's a great price by historic standards and makes it well worth a look.  Click here for more details.

 

New Northern Lights listing

June 12th, 2012
23 Northern Lights has just come on to the market and is likely to go very quickly.  This one's got a lot going for it: !,850 sq ft, excellent floorplan, views, double garage and adjacent to the steps to access the shi hill.  List price is $1,295k.

Click here for more details. 

25 4725 Spearhead Dr, Benchlands, Whistler, BC

June 11th, 2012

I just finished uploading this Townhouse for sale, 25 4725 Spearhead Dr, Benchlands, Whistler, BC

Originally owned by the developer, this SW facing 1,470 sq ft Benchlands townhouse has the largest floor plan of its type in the complex and has undergone an exquisite renovation. High end finishes include knotty alder millwork, hardwood floors, steam shower, spa like bathroom with oversized Jacu ...