First Time Homebuyer Tips and New CHMC Insured Mortgages - onto Skaha Beach Resort & Spa

FIRST-TIME BUYER WORKSHOP -- SATURDAY NOVEMBER 3

UrbanLand Company Proudly Presents:
RHODE ISLAND POINTE - 6 Rhode Island Avenue, NW @ North Capitol

SESSION 1: 10am - 12pm
SESSION 2: 1pm - 3pm

Bring your questions - We'll bring the answers! Don't miss this unique opportunity to:

- Learn how you can afford more/pay less using available programs/incentives
- Prepare for your first home purchase!
- Complete a FREE loan application
- Talk one-on-one with a Bank of America lender

Learn about options like:

- 100% Financing
- No Money Down Programs With No PMI
- DC Tax Abatement Program
- DC Bond Program
- Below Market Interest Rates for 1st Time Buyers
- ACORN
- HPAP
- Community Commitment Program
- Closing Cost Credits
- & More
(some restrictions may apply)

THERE IS NO OBLIGATION TO PURCHASE AND THIS SESSION IS FOR YOUR INFORMATION ONLY - OPEN TO ALL WHO WISH TO ATTEND.

Space is limited! Please RSVP by email reply for Session 1 or 2.

See you there!
UrbanLand Company
Real Estate Brokerage
202.299.9223

Thursday Eve -- Check Out These Great 1 & 2-Level Washington Condos!

JOIN US - THURSDAY NOVEMBER 1 - 6-8 PM - TWO TERRIFIC PROPERTIES!

1. NOVA VITALIS
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS
1106-1108 Columbia Road, NW

LAST 1BR - LAST FEW 2-LEVEL 2BR'S - HURRY, LET'S MAKE A DEAL!
LOCATION, METRO, FINISHES, INCENTIVES - IT'S ALL HERE!

3% CLOSING CREDIT

1BR from $219K
2-LEVEL 2BR from $286K

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.loftsatbrightwood.com/home.html

2. MOUNT PLEASANT HEIGHTS
MOUNT PLEASANT/ADAMS MORGAN
3510 16th St, NW

GORGEOUS RESTORED TUDOR WITH GREAT LIGHT AND VIEWS!

1BR from $249K

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/mountPH/mountPH.html

SEE YOU THERE!

Spirepoint Properties - No down payment with CMHC

This month's issue of the Spirepoint Insider is ready. You can read it by clicking on the following link:

http://www.spirepoint.ca/newsletter/SpirepointInsider-2007-10-Real-Estate-Calculations-CMHC-No-Down-Payment.htm

Here's a sneak preview of what's in the newsletter:

Announcements
Joanne Beehler to be featured in Canadian Real Estate magazine
CMHC Announces No Down Payment for Investors
Coming Events
Ask The Expert - Using a Database to Track Real Estate Deals
Current Deals - 6 Townhomes in upscale area of Ottawa, Condos in Mont Tremblant, top-floor condos in Quebec City
Education - Real Estate Calculations - Can you buy with "no down payment" using CMHC?
Recommended Read - Investing in Fixer-Uppers

http://www.spirepoint.ca/newsletter/SpirepointInsider-2007-10-Real-Estate-Calculations-CMHC-No-Down-Payment.htm

Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter!

Paul Blacquiere and Joanne Beehler

SPIREPOINT PROPERTIES
Making real estate investments easy

275 Slater Street, Suite 900
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1P 5H9

Tel (613) 860-8008
Fax (613) 822-5170
Toll free (866) 702-8008
http://www.spirepoint.ca

Skaha Beach Club & Spa visits Alberta

Invitation - Friday, October 5, 2007

If you did not get the opportunity to visit our Penticton Discovery Centre this summer and are interested in learning about the Okanagan’s most luxurious 5 star resort, we are coming to Edmonton and Calgary this month. Please join us in Edmonton at the Resort Property Show on Saturday, October 13th at the Mayfield Inn on 16615- 109th Avenue.

OR

Join us in Calgary at the Resort Property Show on Saturday, October 20th at the Calgary Stampede Park in the Big Four Building on 1801 Big Four Trail SE in Calgary.

Both shows are open to the public from 10:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Brenda, Sharon and Michael will be on hand to answer all of your questions. Most importantly, what sets Skaha Beach Club & Spa apart from other resort offerings.

In the news
Recently the South Okanagan and Skaha Beach Club & Spa were featured in the Seattle Times. We thought you might find the article interesting so we attached a link (below) for your convenience. Bold wines, vistas and ambitions in B.C.'s South Okanagan Valley. Should you have any questions regarding the Resort Property Shows in Edmonton and Calgary or would like to receive more information about Skaha Beach Club & Spa, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.

Your Skaha Beach Club & Spa Team, Brenda, Sharon and Michael

The Discovery Centre in Penticton is open: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Tuesday - Saturday

3388 Skaha Lake Road, Penticton, B.C. V2A 6G4, Toll Free: 1.877.493.3003
www.skahabeachclub.com

UrbanLand Washington Condo Real Estate Properties - JOIN US - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4 - 1-5PM

1. THE MONIQUE SHAW CONDOS 445 R Street, NW

STUNNING UNITS FLOODED WITH LIGHT AND SPACE!
2 BLOCKS TO METRO, 3% CLOSING CREDIT, MEDIA PACKAGE

- 1 BRs from $279K
- 2 BRs from $389K
- 2-Level Lofts from $595K

check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/monique/monique.html

2. THE FLORIDIAN CONDOMINIUMS U STREET CORRIDOR 919-929 Florida Ave, NW

SPECTACULAR CONTEMPORARY SHOWCASE - THE COOLEST BUILDING IN DC!

- Studios from $244K
- 1 BRs from $345K
- 2 BRs from $444K
- Penthouse from $450K

check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.thefloridiandc.com/wel.html

3. CAPITOL HOUSE CONDOS CAPITOL HILL 1628 C STREET, SE

14 SHARP NEW CONDO FLATS - METRO, SHOPS, HIGH CEILINGS, OPEN PLAN, GRANITE/SS KITCHENS AND MORE!

- 1BRs from $240's
- 2BRs from $350's

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/capitolhouse/capitolhouse.html

4. ECKINGTON STATION CONDOS ECKINGTON 1927 3rd St, NE

BOUTIQUE BUILDING - FLAWLESS FINISHES! 3% CLOSING CREDIT

- 1BR from $234K
- 2LEVEL 2BR/2BA from $375K

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/eckington/eckington.html

SEE YOU THERE!

SPIREPOINT JOINT VENTURES FOR OTTAWA TOWNHOMES!

Investment Details
Over 20% below market value with $500,000 INSTANT EQUITY!
6 town homes in Ottawa's "Golden Triangle" - a prestigious area minutes from the downtown core
Smallest unit is over 1700 square feet
Buildings appraised 2 years ago for $2.118 million
Current estimated value is $2.3 million, in AS-IS condition
Our purchase price - $1.8 million
Cosmetic renovations could easily increase profits
Comparable properties in the area start at $400,000

Financial Information
Minimum investment: $100,000 plus good credit
Non-refundable deposit: $500 (DEADLINE - Friday, Nov. 9th, 2007)
Total Return On Investment (ROI): 42.8% (higher if units sell quickly)
Investment Timeframe: 12 months maximum
Download investment opportunity document right now

Properties in this area are in VERY high demand, which will allow us to re-sell the severed units quite easily. We have already had inquiries from home buyers for the individual units and we haven't even CLOSED yet.

A $500 non-refundable deposit is required to show your commitment - no exceptions

Give us a call at 613-860-8008 xtn 2 for more information. Serious inquiries only please - $100,000 minimum investment

Gulf Island Recreational Real Estate and Vancouver Island Property

King Edward Bay Bowen Island

A peaceful and tranquil hideaway in a time zone called “island time”. That place is King Edward Bay on Bowen Island, just minutes from the city. Jump on a 15 minute ferry ride from Horseshoe Bay and the meander through the country rodes of Bowen Island to get to your four season resort home at King Edward Bay on Bowen, the last waterfront real estate development on the Island that is known for it’s ideallic lifestyle, slow pace and natural beauty. Not only will you be surrounded by the most amazing old growth forests, arbutus trees and green pastures, but King Edward Bay on Bowen island is also situated along the shoreline where you will be just steps away from pebble and sandy beaches, the most amazing vistas of water and forests and much more. Enjoy the incredible abundance of forest and sea life as you sit back and relax at your recreational resort waterfront real estate home on Bowen Island at King Edward Bay. It is an amazing proprety development along the waterfront and the developers are ‘committed’ to being the stewards of the land and to integrate well into the beauty of the natural wonders. You can read more about the amazing waterfront properties on Bowen at King Edward Bay on line at www.kingedwardbay.com today where you can view an interactive movie of the real estate waterfront development in addition to downloading an information package and driving directions on how to reach your paradise. The real estate development team for the waterfront King Edward Bay property is Sorensen Fine Homes who are the master planners for such successful recreational properties as Summerside town homes and cottages on Saltspring Island as well as Patricia Bay in North Saanich that provides a collection of fifteen freehold waterview lots near Sidney.

Mayfield at Longwood in Nanaimo

Traditional island style living is now available at the newly released pre-construction Nanaimo properties at Mayfield at Longwood. With shopping and socializing venues just steps away and all year recreational opportunities for couples, kids and families, the Longwood Mayfield Nanaimo homes provides one and two bedroom suites by InSight Group. Already completed and ready for move-in, the Longwood Nanaimo Mayfield real estate development still has a couple of units remaining for purchase. West Coast craftsmanship, walkways, home entries, recessed lighting, horizontal Venetian blinds, in suite laundry, high end appliances, covered decks, large kitchens, guest suites and more are great features at the Mayfield on Longwood development. You can visit http://www.mayfieldatlongwood.ca/floorplans/index.php for more information about the various floorplans in this four storey mid-rise residential resort development.

Victoria Tuscany Village – Live in the heart of a European Village

91 luxurious European-style condominiums including 59 Residenze and 32 dimore. Call 1-250-360-2606 today for further details. Located in the vibrant community of Gordon Head within the Greater Victoria area, Tuscany Village is an Italian style master-planned community that has all the local conveniences and amenities within a hop and a skip away. The renaissance homes are truly warm and inspired by European tones and are designed by Sandy Nygaard. Spacious, stunning interior features with gardening plots and gathering areas for outdoor living are just some highlights of the Tuscany Village in Victoria BC. Also, the floor plans are great for couples and familities and the Dimore series of Tuscany Village homes includes one bedroom plus den and two bedroom units. The Residenze at Tuscany Village go from 1 bed to 2 bed plus den units. The real estate development team behind the pre-construction condos at Tuscany Village Victoria condos includes the Bond Development Corporation, Eric Barker Architect and the National Home Warranty. You can read more about the Tuscany Victoria Village online at their marketing site at www.tuscanyvillage.ca.

The Shores Carefree Oceanfront Living

3008 Hammond Bay: introducing our luxury condominium residence one storey living from 1570 to 2935 sq ft with only seven units remaining as of July 2007. Garry Schaber at 250.268.3473 or visit www.theshoresnanaimo.com and sales office for the Nanaimo Shores oceanfront centre is 11am to 7pm. On beautiful Departure Bay, Nanaimo. 5 minutes to ferry and float plane terminals. Homes include: hardwood flooring in main living areas, wood cabinetry, granite counter tops, 2-3 bedrooms, family room, 2 baths, 2 spacious penthouses with ocean views, secured access, 2 parking stalls per home and private wharf, south facing ocean front from $369,900.

Bayview Gardens Parksville Living

Now selling in the heart of beautiful Parksville, the Bayview Gardens is under construction and includes a selection of 35 condos. New to Parksville, Vancouver Island, this well planned community with ocean, mountain and garden views is walking distance to sandy beaches and shopping. Electric fireplaces; all have 2 bedrooms plus den and 2 full baths, underground parking, fitness facility, fireside lounge, gardens, water feature and several designs. The Bayview Gardens Parksville condos start at $289,900 and you can view at www.BayviewGardens.ca or contact Lois Grant at 1-800-668-3622.

Salt Spring Island – Life on the Road Less Travelled

Bishops Green Salt Spring Island – island inspired craftsman homes on Salt Spring from $399,900 + GST and for more information visit www.bishopsgreen.ca. Bishops Walk waterview ¾ acre estates on Salt Spring from $268,000 + GST or visit www.bishopswalk.com. For more info please call Myles Wilson Royal LePage at 1.877.537.7200 or visit www.myleswilson.com.

Summerside Salt Spring Island

If you are in the real estate market to purchase a recreational property in the Gulf Islands, Sorensen Fine Homes presents the Summerside development on Saltspring Island. There are two magnificent opportunities for the Salt Spring Summerside properties that includes duplexes and detached single family home style cottages. The contact person for the sales of these Summerside Saltspring Island homes is Allan Bruce of Creek House and you can contact him at abruce@saltspring.com or 1.888.608.5553. Also, the Summerside Salt Spring duplexes start from four hundred and twenty five thousand Canadian dollars (does not include the goods and services tax) and the two units remaining include an 1843 square foot property with three levels, two beds plus den and 3.5 bathrooms. The single family home at Salt Spring’s Summerside real estate development consists of twenty five hundred square footage over two floors and has 3 beds and 2.5 baths and start from five hundred and ninety eight thousand.

Patricia Bay North Saanich Waterview Lots

Introducing a unique collection of fifteen waterview lots on Vancouver Island. Just twenty minutes from BC’s capital city Victoria on Vancouver Island, this Oceanside development of Patricia Bay in North Saanich offers free hold lots priced from $359,000 with the opportunity to design a custom home that caters your individual needs. Whether it be a family home, a getaway cabin or a charming seaside cottage, each of these waterview homes at Patricia Bay North Saanich will be suited to its owners. Tour Patricia Bay and discover this unique oceanfront recreational real estate property for yourself. For more information about the Saanich Patricia Bay properties, please contact using the following online form: http://www.patriciabay.ca/contact.html.

Latest from UrbanLand and Spirepoint - Washington DC Condos and Tremblant Eastern Canada recreational investments

JOIN US THIS WEEKEND AT SIX WASHINGTON DC CONDO BOO-TIFUL PROPERTIES!

1. THE FLORIDIAN -- SATURDAY OCTOBER 27, 1-5PM -- SUNDAY OCTOBER 28, 1-5PM U STREET CORRIDOR 919-929 Florida Ave, NW

SPECTACULAR CONTEMPORARY SHOWCASE - THE COOLEST BUILDING IN DC!

Studios from $244K
1 BRs from $345K
2 BRs from $444K
Penthouse from $450K

check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.thefloridiandc.com/wel.html

2. RHODE ISLAND POINTE -- Sunday October 28, 1-5PM LE DROIT PARK 6 Rhode Island Avenue, NW

GORGEOUS VICTORIAN GEM!

3% CLOSING CREDIT

1BR W/ Patio from $239K
2BR/2BA from $299K

checkout photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/rhode/rhode.html

3. ECKINGTON STATION -- Sunday October 28, 1-5PM ECKINGTON 1927 3rd St, NE

BOUTIQUE BUILDING - FLAWLESS FINISHES!

3% CLOSING CREDIT

1BR from $234K
2LEVEL 2BR/2BA from $375K

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/eckington/eckington.html

4. THE MONIQUE -- Sunday October 28, 1-5pm SHAW 445 R Street, NW

STUNNING UNITS FLOODED WITH LIGHT AND SPACE!

2 BLOCKS TO METRO
3% CLOSING CREDIT
MEDIA PACKAGE

1 BRs from $279K
2 BRs from $389K
2-Level Lofts from $595K

check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/monique/monique.html

5. GEORGIAN HEIGHTS - Sunday October 28, 1-5PM PETWORTH 5549-5551 Illinois Ave, NW

11' CEILINGS, ALL-NEW INTERIORS, GOURMET KITCHENS, DESIGNER FURNISHED!

2BR/2BA from $299K

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://urbanlandcompany.com/gheights/gheights.html

6. 1200 EUCLID - Sunday October 28, 1-5PM COLUMBIA HEIGHTS 1200 Euclid Ave, NW

RENOVATED BROWNSTONE W/ URBAN FINISHES!
Huge 1BR + Garden Terrace - $449K

Check out photos and floor plans @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/1200Euclid/euclid.html

See you there!
UrbanLand Company
Real Estate Brokerage
202.299.9223
www.urbanlandcompany.com

2 BR's Across From Washington METRO 204K OPEN SUN 1-5 PM

DEANWOOD STATION
4810 QUARLES ST, NE
OPEN SUNDAY 11-11 1-5 PM

LAST THREE UNITS - UNBELIEVABLE INCENTIVES - UNBEATABLE PRICE!
This meticulously renovated 18-unit condo property has it all: generous open plans, eco-bamboo floors, stone/stainless kitchen, parking included, landscaped yard, storage, 360° sun exposure - all this and more, literally across from the Deanwood Metro. Plus you're close to city, shops, restaurants, park, new DC Gov't center.

Only three 2BR units left - from $204K Plus 3% closing credit - hurry!

Check out floor plans and features @
http://www.urbanlandcompany.com/deanwood/deanwood-over.html
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Tremblant condos, 37% ROI, low down

One of our partners has a new condo project in Mont Tremblant, Quebec! If you've never been there, you are missing an experience... no matter what time of year you go.

Tremblant is located about 4 hours from Ottawa - Deal ID # TP102.

* Stunning lake and Mountain views
* Positive Cash Flow
* Easy mortgage qualifying
* Fully equipped and managed
* Rental subsidy for the first 5 years of ownership*
* 36 days of free personal vacation annually
* Assignable Contract
* Turnkey investment - all furniture, kitchen packs, and linen included
* Completely hands off investment

There are only 2 units available, so if you're interested, don't wait... reserve your unit TODAY.

For more information, visit our website and look up Deal ID # TP102 in the Third Party Deals section:

http://www.spirepoint.ca/StartInvesting-RealEstateDeals.htm

Quebec City condos, 10 more top floor units

The original condo project offering in Quebec City was sold out, but the developer has recently released 10 more top-floor units. These units will be in high demand, and usually go for a premium.

If you haven't checked this out, here are some details on the project in Quebec City, Quebec - Deal ID # TP100.

* New construction condos, 4.5 star residences
* Backed by one of the biggest hotel chains in the city
* Only 10% down payment
* $10,000 cash back at closing
* Great financing
* Assignable Contract
* Completely hands off investment

For more information, visit our website and look up Deal ID # TP100 in the Third Party Deals section:

http://www.spirepoint.ca/StartInvesting-RealEstateDeals.htm

Paul Blacquiere and Joanne Beehler

SPIREPOINT PROPERTIES
Making real estate investments easy

275 Slater Street, Suite 900
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1P 5H9

Tel (613) 860-8008
Fax (613) 822-5170
Toll free (866) 702-8008
http://www.spirepoint.ca

Streams at Eaglewind in Squamish BC

Van Net Community Newspapers Special Real Estate Report Project Profile.

Streams at Eaglewind offers a higher standard of living – distinct, quality homes with BC’s finest mountain views. Two years ago, a higher standard of living was introduced to the emerging community of Squamish, BC, with the opening of Eaglewind, a 25 acre master planned community.

Residents and real estate investors alike recognized the potential of this property development with its prominent downtown Squamish location, accompanied with its well planned designs, solid construction and superior craftsmanship. These distinct qualities resulted in the instant success of Talon and Rockcliff, the first two phases of Eaglewind Squamish.

New “Streams” Flow Through Squamish
In their quest to continue to bring high quality homes to Squamish, Solterra is proud to announce the upcoming release of its latest phase, Streams at Eaglewind Squamish. With exteriors as dramatic and striking as the surrounding scenic vista views, these exquisite 2 and 2 bedroom townhomes are sure to inspire. Taking cues from its lush surrounding, these homes will feature rich exterior materials with intricate wood detailing, spacious backyards and views you have to see to believe.

Inspired, Cutting Edge Interiors
Residents will luxuriate in a higher level of living. Elevated interior finishes will include soaring 9’ ceilings on the main level, hand-set tiled entrance foyers and designer-selected laminate flooring throughout the main floor of the Eaglewind Streams homes. Equally exciting is the gourmet kitchens that boast real wood cabinetry, natural stone counters, and premium Frigidaire appliances. Streams will also offer luxurious bathrooms featuring wood shaker-style cabinetry, stone bathroom counters, hand-set porcelain tile floors and a beautifully framed mirror with designer selected wall sconce lighting in the master ensuites.

A growing community at Squamish’s Eaglewind Streams
Visualize a backdrop of majestic mountains where the air is alpine-fresh, yet a warm Starbuck’s Grande Caramel Macchiato is just minutes away. This expanding community offers the tranquility of resort-style living while providing an excellent real estate investment opportunity for future growth. Situated just 45 minutes north of downtown Vancouver and half an hour away from Whistler, enjoy year-round recreation including golf, water-rafting, hiking and snowboarding, all at your doorstep.

Experience the Vision, Own the Creation
Located just off the beautifully landscaped, grand tree-lined boulevard, Streams at Eaglewind is just a short walk from all the shops and conveniences you desire. Streams at Eaglewind homes residents will enjoy an 11 acre park including outdoor tennis courts, open play fields, community gardens and walking trails connecting to the Squamish community trail network. Sure to be a destination residence in Squamish, Eaglewind homes comes with all the amenities you could want in a location you could once only dream of. The community’s central piazza with its stunning public art feature will include a commercial gym and coffee shop as well as other retail services and a senior’s centre.

Grand Opening for Streams at Eaglewind –October 20th, 2007-10-23
All are welcome to the Streams Grand Opening event on Saturday, October 20th, 2007, starting at noon until 5pm. The Streams at Eaglewind Presentation Centre is located at 1240 Pemberton Avenue, Squamish, and open daily from noon to 5pm (except Fridays). For more information or to make an appointment, call 604.892.5888 or 1.877.892.58888 or visit www.eaglewindsquamish.com. Invest in your dream.

Talon at Eaglewind in Squamish BC

TALON EXECUTIVE DUPLEX HOMES - MOVE IN FOR THIS SKI SEASON
As a valued past visitor to the Dolce Discovery Centre, we are pleased to intice all investment savvy individuals with the limited supply of Talon Executive Duplex Homes in beautiful and booming Squamish, British Columbia...

Imagine zipping down the world-class runs of Whistler and Blackcomb mountains, sipping a warm toddie after a day on the hills... and then within 35 minutes, being snug and warm in your very own executive duplex home at Talon. It's all possible this winter season.

We are excited to annouce we have a stunning new Executive Duplex Show Home available for you to preview. Now you can personally discover and eyewitness the high level of quality and other benefits of owning a Talon Executive Duplex Home. Allow us to explore a few with you…

Spacious, Extravagant Living:
Indulge in these 3 Bedroom, large and very spacious, 1604 square foot homes at Talon at Eaglewind Squamish - perfect for families or those with frequent out of town guests. You will love the convenience of a separate office/den at your luxury home at Talon Squamish on the main level in a home finished with modern interiors by awardy winning Portico Design Group. And for that desired sense of pampering oneself, a master ensuite with double sinks and soaker bathtub and over-sized glass shower combo - the perfect retreat after enjoy the great Squamish outdoors.

Year-Round Ideal Location:
This tranquil setting at Talon Eaglewind in Squamish with unbelievable mountain views right from your home, 2 decks and a yard for outdoor entertaining/relaxation with friends and family. Being a resident of Squamish Talon homes, you are finally going to have that lifestyle you've always dreamt about. Luxury living, access to great outdoors, and a reasonable 45 minute commute to downtown Vancouver. With only a limited supply of these Talon homes within Eaglewind Squamish BC, don't miss one of your final opportunities to be part of this popular 25 acre master planned community.

Every Home is a Corner Home:
These modern duplex homes at Talon Squamish are the ultimate in privacy - with your very own double side-by-side garage, amazing surround views and only one adjoining neighbour. To personally view a Talon Executive Duplex Show Home, we encourage you to visit Talon at Eaglewind. Our Presentation Centre is located at 1240 Pemberton Avenue, Squamish, and open daily from noon until 5pm.
Regards,

Solterra (Dolce) Limited Partnership
The Dolce Sales Team
Kim Lloyd 604.677.8386
Shelley Dale 604.677.8386

Victoria, Campbell River, Oak Bay, Vancouver Island Real Estate Updates

Oak Bay Beach Hotel Resort on Vancouver Island

An impressive real estate pre-construction development is taking shape at the landmark Oak Beay Beach Hotel Resort which will open in the year 2009. With a traditional Tudor style architecture and exquisite detailing and finishes, the luxury Oak Bay Beach Hotel and Residences will include a five star boutique resort plus spa. This exclusive engagement will only consists of a small offering of nineteen exclusive waterfront homes with twenty four hour hotel services as well as being just steps away from Oak Bay Village. Registration for the exclusive residences at Oak Bay Hotel Resort is located online at http://oakbaybeachhotel.com/residences/registration.php. For your interiors, the Oak Bay residence homes will include one of two options: chai or mocha. The real estate developers for this Oak Bay Resort and Spa will include Walker Hospitality, Bas Smith Architect Inc., Durwest Construction Management and Porada Design Group. More information about the 5 star Oak Bay Beach Hotel and Residences are located at oakbaybeachhotel.com.

365 Waterfront Victoria Condominiums – Selkirk Waterfront Community

Coming this fall. Victoria’s only new waterfront condominium. 365 Waterfront Victoria is a stunning new concrete built condominium on Victoria’s scenic Upper Harbour overlooking the Gorge Waterway in the heart of the award winning Selkirk Waterfront Community. Ask any paddler what draws him or her back to the waterfront day after day, and you’ll likely here a familiar response. At the water’s edge at 365 Waterfront in Victoria BC, you are lulled by the shifts in currents, winds, and the constant ebb and flow of tides. Every moment – every second you’re reminded of where you are. Your world at Victoria’s 365 Waterfront is less seen than felt. The real estate opportunity to live, grow, and relax in such an uncompromising setting is something many of us seek. Now you can experience the beauty and the escape of an urban waterfront lifestyle, every day. The 365 Victoria Waterfront condominium homes and residences range from one bedroom + den, two bedroom + den, rooftop terrace penthouses and the 365 Condos Waterfront are priced from just $425,000. You can register online at www.365waterfront.com. The 365 Waterfront condos are inspired beauty inside and out. With only eighty four sophisticated concrete condominium homes at 365 Waterfront, they have been designed to reflect and deepen your experience of this magnificent real estate property site on Vancouver Island. The spectacular, unobstructed south and west facing views are framed by expansive windows, and generous balconies, and terraces invite gracious outdoor living. All this is located at the Selkirk Waterfront Community.

Homebuyer or investor? Looking for new preconstruction Vancouver condominiums?
Looking to rent? Here are some great new Vancouver rental apartments on the market.

LeFevre & Company Real Estate Developers in Victoria BC

One of the most noteworthy real estate development teams in Victoria and Vancouver Island is Le Fevre & Company property developers who have a great and storied development portfolio to showcase. With over thirty years of experience in construction, planning and residential properties, LeFevre & Co. will be launching a few condominium style apartment residences this year and early into 2007 including the Victoria Railyards (http://www.therailyards.ca/) currently in Phase III of its project life cycle, The Leiser building (which showcases the Leiser Lofts style apartment homes where a legend is reborn into lofts and one bedroom condominiums from affordable pricing at $225,000 – almost 50% sold out now) as well as the 1430 at Cox Bay development in Tofino (click here for under construction photos and more information about cox Bay 1430 by LeFevre (http://www.lefevregroup.com/1431.html). For all other real estate properties by LeFevre & Co, please visit www.lefevregroup.com today.

Come home to Juliet Victoria Condos and discover a new standard of urban living in Victoria

Come Home to Juliet. Now under construction and completion in summer 2008. Experience the sophistication and simplicity of true urban living. Rainforest showers, soaker tubs, floor to ceiling windows, roof top Zen garden and views of one of the world’s most desireable locations. www.julietliving.com and presentation centre is located at 834 Johnson Street, Victoria BC.

Trumpeter Pointe Lakeshore Community

Lakeside Living. Nested on the sunny south shores of Quamichan Lake, on VAncovuer Island are 17 new lakefront and 49 lakeview lots. With spectacular views, 15% natural park, walking trails and level terrain, they won’t last long. Home sites and or custom homes are available. Agent on site every Sunday from 1-3 pm at Westlock Road in Duncan BC. www.trumpeterpointe.ca and starting from $189,000.

Ocean Grove Estates

New homes start at $220,500. Located in beautiful Campbell River, BC, this unique master planned community at Ocean Grove Estates is an entirely new neighbourhood with all of the features of a modern community and designed with the future in mind. These home designs at OceanGrove Estates have been custom made for Seymour Pacific Developments Ltd. to meet their high standards for quality and functionality. There are: six distinct floor plans with modern layouts, energy efficient homes, quality infrastructure, Hardi pland siding, Telus Future Friendly Homes, 30 year asphalt roof and New Home Warrnaty Program. Ocean Grove estates is your affordable choie for quality living in one of the most beautiful communities in the world! www.seymourpacific.ca or 250.286.8045.

Shades of Green Estates Campbell River

Wake up to the good life! “Campbell River, Vancouver Island’s third largest city, has been named Micro City of the Future by a United Kingdom based investment magazine.” Patio home livig on Sequoia Springs Golf Course at Shades of Green Estates in Campbell River, Vancouver Island. 700 Petersen Road, and only 1 remaining in Phase 1, Phase 2 is now selling. Two bedroom plus den plans between 1327 to 1638 sq ft.

Okanagan, Kelowna, Kamloops and Kootenay Lake District Recreational Property and Presales Launches

Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates – February 2009 Update – Project Officially on Hold, Possibly Cancelled

Dear VIP Registrant, As many of you already know there have been some delays with respect to the Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates real estate development approval process, including a decision on the amendment to the Area F Liquid Waste Management Plan of the Regional District Okanagan-Similkameen. Regrettably, as these delays have impacted our schedule, the resort real estate project at the Concord Pacific Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates will not be proceeding as originally planned. We appreciate your interest and your patience while we work through the required approvals. Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates is a unique and very exciting resort inspired property project and we are dedicated to achieving the best for our clients and the area. We know that living amidst an established working vineyard along the sun-drenched shores of Okanagan Lake would be a dream come true for many of you and we would like to assure you that as a Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates VIP client, you will be among the first to know when we are ready to begin sales again for the resort property and lots at Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates. If you have any questions regarding Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates, please feel free to contact us at marketing@concordpacific.com. Sincerely, Greata Ranch Developments Limited Partnership by Concord Pacific.

Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates

Mentioned before in the Condo Blogger, the Greata Ranch estates by Concord Pacific and CedarCreek Estate Winery will provide 400 luxury homes on the shores of the Okanagan Lake. A taste of this infinite lifestyle is available now at the Greata Ranch vine yard estate homes. For information and Registration, visit GreataRanch.com or phone 1-888-510-3888. Infinity. Never Look Back. The ultimate resort-style living awaits at Greata Ranch Vineyard Estates. Spend a day on the sandy beaches and inviting waters of Okanagan Lake. Experience rejuvenation at the premier health club and walk among 40 acres of lush vineyard. Indulge your palate at the gourmet restaurant, marina bar and grill, or wine shop terrace. Display Suite for the Greata Ranch estates are at 697 Highway 97 South, Peachland, BC. The Vancouver information display centre is located at 1079 Marinaside Crescent.

Mode A Smart Address in Landmark Kelowna

Coming Fall 2007, the Mode Living spaces are smart, alluring and green according totheir real estate marketing advertisements. Featuring 87 contemporary living spaces in Kelowna’s up-and-coming Landmark Neighbourhood, the Mode condominiums are priced from $185,900. Homes appeal on so many levels: design aficionados, will fall in love with the ultramodern interiors. The eco-conscious wil sleep well at night knowing Mode Keolwna is built with green-inspired materials and systems, and is within walking distance to every convenience. Lovers of all things hi-tech will appreciate built-in iPod docking stations and the Telus Smart Box at Mode Living in Kelowna. A smart address at an attainable price; an offer that won’t last forever. Register today at www.modeliving.ca or pre-register for Kelowna’s Mode condos at 250.860.2855.

Canyon Peaks Fernie Townhomes

Canyon Peaks town houses is a premium niche community in Alpine Trails, one of the Kootenay’s most established resort areas. This 157-hectare master planned community at Canyon Peaks offers mountain architecture, superb amenities, and some of Fernie’s most spectacular scenery thanks to its location at the base of the Three Sisters. Alpine-inspired townhomes featuring three levls of luxury living including rustic hardwood floors, open pine beams, reare decks with barbeque and hote tub outlets, gourmet kitchens and vaulted ceilings. Whether you’re searching for a mountain retreat or a retirement residence, Fernie offers some of North America’s best value. The Canyon Peaks sales centre is located on site in Fernie’s Community of Alpine Trails on Canyon Trail. Open Friday to Monday from 1:00 to 7:00pm or Tuesday through Thursday by appointment. For more information call 877-703-4277 or you can visit their website at www.canyonpeaks.com. Show suite is now open. Canyon Peaks Fernie is ecxited to announce the opening of their spectacular 3-bedroom show suite. Visit us in Fernie, BC to view our fully furnished home and stuning mountain and valley views.

Kootenay Lake Village Nelson Building Lots

Located near Nelson, Kootenay Lake Village is a one of a kind waterfront real estate development on 182 hectares of forestland and boasting almost three km of Kootenay Lake water frontage. Over 100 hectares of the property much of it, 100-year-old plus forest, is designated as protected greenspace. An extensive hiking and biking trail network links the shoreline to the upper reaches of the mountain where you’ll find lookout points, picnic areas, and log and timber framed viewing decks at the Neslon Building Lots along Kootenay Lake Village. Plans are also underway for a village centre, community park with waterfront promenade, and marina. Kootenay Lake Village is now offering fully serviced, waterfront and waterview lots. For more info and to register, call 250-354-0524 or you can visit www.kootenaylakevillage.com. Incomparable waterfont and water view lots near Nelson, BC. Live in nature and play in nature.

Pinnacle Ridge Fernie Vacation Homes

Offering a variety of full and fractional ownership chalets, Pinnacle Ridge is set against the backdrop of the Lizard Range and flanked by the rugged peaks of the Three Sisters and Hosmer Mountains. Ranging from 1824 to 2537 square feet, these vacation homes at Pinnacle Ridge Fernie retreats include such upscale detailing as slate floors, with radiant heating, ledgestone fireplaces, timber and iron railings, granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, spa bathrooms, solid fir wood beams, services for private hot tub, and full designer furniture packages. Prcies start at $172,000 for a quarter share interest or $520,000 for a full share interest with some homes available for immediate occupancy. A professionally managed optional rental pool at Fernie’s Pinnacle Ridge is also available. The Pinnacle Ridge presentation centre and display suite are found on-site (between Fernie Alpine Ski Hill and downtown) and are open daily from 1 to 5pm. For more details, call 250-423-2606 or visit www.pinnacle-ridge.com.

Your Taste is the Trend says top designer

When it comes to effective kitchen renovations, the top trend is your own personal taste, says award winnine designer Earl Lawson of VSB Design Group of Vancouver. And, Lawson adds in another iconoclastic comment, if you are planning to renovate prior to the sale of a Vancouver house, it may be better to do nothing at all.

The V6B Design Group is the only Western Canadian firm to capture not one but three awards in the 2007 Art of the Industry National Kitchen and Bath Association Design Competition, and Lawson has worked on major renovations from Vancouver to Whistler.

Lawson said homeowners should not be swpt up with the most recent fads or fashions, but concentrate on what works for their home, and what they are comfortable with. He notes that “Italian contemporary” – the latest trend in sleek linies, stainless steel and polished granite – is not always a good fit for a home renovation. Instead, he said, a home owner should choose appliances, amterials and a style that they like and can live with.

Lawson’s award winning projects often include a blend of materials and styles that reflect the homeowner’s personal taste. He has been known, for example, to successfully merge state of the industry steel appliances with distressed wood cabinets. In the main image shown on REW magazine, for instance, Lawson created a 1930s style yet truly modern kitche in a Heritage style Vancouver house. The kitchen includes excellent storage, convenience, and casual seating for a family of four.

In the inset, V6B caught the lifestyle of a Vancouver owner with bright colours, clean lines and custom artwork and contemporary open style for a modern house. “the leading trend is what the client is happy with,” Lawson said. When asked about renovating a Vancouver kitchen in an attempt to add value prior to sale, Lawson was blunt. Unless you are planning to spend big on top-quality design and m aterials, it is best to do nothing at all, he said.

“At the price of the typical Vancouver house,” he noted, “a patchwork renovation won’t help in the sale. The new home owners will likely have to rip it all out.” After all, as V6B has proven, a home renovation is only successful if the owner is happy, to live within it.

Indigo on Lake Osoyoos – The Art of Living

By Susan for the HomeBase.ca media and promoted here as one of the top real estate development property opportunities in British Columbia either as a primary residence or a resort recreational style home.

It’s one of the last available beachfront properties in one of the South Okanagan’s favourite playgrounds. Poised to become the largest resort development in the history of Osoyoos, Indigo on Lake Osoyooos is an $80 million waterfront resort condominium that’s already turning heads with its luxurious outlook and quality construction.

Located on a four-acre property adjacent to downtown Osoyoos, Indigo condos will be the first on Lake Osoyoos – seven storeys of luxuriously appointed suites ranging from 680 to more than 1,500 square feet. The elegantly terraced glass and metal building forms a horseshoe around the central courtyard offering sun-sational views of the lake and an intimate sense of privacy. This is where you can escape the cares of daily living and baski na tranquil, natural setting at Indigo condominiums on Lake Osoyoos.

Proposed amenities include dockside access for waterfront users, an on-site pool, geo-thermal heating and cooling, plus a state of the art NHL quality gym designed by past NHL star Ray Ferraro. Half an acre of Indigo waterfront will be dedicated to park for the entire community to enjoy. “Indigo is raising the bar for quality in this area,” says Osoyoos major John Slater. “This type of real estate development is proof that Osoyooos isone of Canada’s premier resort communities.”

And here’s a unique bonus. Every Indigo condo owner will be able to savour a true Okangan original – a wine created especially by sommelier David Scholefield and available exclusively to Indigo home real estate purchasers. Appropriately named Genesis, this vintage is a relfection of the time-honoured tradition of winemaking that has made the Okangan world famous as “Napa Valley of the North.”

The Time is Now
“Investing in recreational real estate property is clearly the wave of the future,” says Vince Taylor, partner of Pilothouse Real Estate Marketing. “Savvy investors are recognizing that prices are going to continue rising because there is ever increasing demand with an ever dwindling supply.” He also noted prime recreational properties like Indigo are far more than a simple purchase, they are multi-generational asset. “People would much rather sit on their dock than sit on their stock,” he says. His grin is sassy but it’s based on rock solid economics. “When yo think about it, probably less than the price of a latte per dday you can enjoy a getaway property the entire family will be able to use for years and years. Yes, your stock will likely appreciate at the same rate, but owning a recreational property is way more fun.”

The Best of Okanagan Real Estate
Located in the heart of the Okanagan’s wine country, Osoyoos boasts not only Canada’s warmest fresh water lake bu the country’s only true desert. There are four golf courses within minutes of Indigo at Lake Osoyoos, a constantly expanding smorgasbord of wineries within an hour’s drive and access to two major ski areas only 45 minutes from your front door. Indigo on Lake Osoyoos offers a total of 172 condominium homes with a variety of floor plans to choose from. Don’t miss one of the last opportunites to invest in Okanagan waterfront real estate property. For more information and to priority register, visit www.indigoonthelake.com.