Remember My daughter Sarah - the MMA - Jiu Jitsu Fighter in  Are You Tuning in To Your Inner Passion? - What Lights Your Fire? ...the story goes something along the lines........ I always used to tell my kids - "it doesn't matter what you do....as long as you feel passionate about it"......  Well for Sarah this is the big IT! As you can see in...Last Nights Fight - Whatever Lights Your Fire   She's been training for 2 1/2 years........and this was her 2nd fight.....Last year she won her first Fight by Decision.....this one she won in the First Round by Submission. ...Well Sarah's been invited to go to England to train with THE Rosi Sexton in Manchester, England. Rosi is rated in the TOP 5 Female MMA Fighters in the world.  They have complimentary styles and different strengths and of co... 08/12/2009

You just never know where that small job will lead, This small job with new outside decking then our clients decided  to take a big step forward to renovate their kitchen, this was  a big project after living in this kitchen for almost 25 years. Our clients have busy lives and wanted to continue with what they were doing with minimal distruption.   Pair Home Design handled ever aspect of this project from design, de-construction of kitchen  to  kitchen installation, granite tops, colour consultation,sourcing and shopping for everything needed to bring this kitchen to completion. We decided to enlarge window on left side of kitchen to bring in more light and added pot lights. A pictures says a Thousand words, new door added to allow more light, full pantry floor to ceiling added to utili... 07/20/2009

New BC Survey Suggests Real Estate Purchase Confidence Improving Vancouver, BC - July 15, 2009. A new survey of BC homeowners and renters on housing affordability and green housing issues suggests consumer confidence concerning real estate purchases may be improving. Sponsored by the British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA), the May 2009 Mustel Group survey tracked several key measures asked in a January 2009 BCREA survey, including top affordability barriers and how provincial taxes impact BC homebuyers. It also uncovered new primary data on buyer intentions and energy-efficiency practices at home. Findings revealed that four-in-ten British Columbians plan or hope to purchase homes or properties within the next five years, with about half of these potential buyers expecting to ... 07/18/2009

Market Report for June 2009 from the Chilliwack District Real Estate Board statistics. This is HappyHomesBC with the monthly market report taken from the Chilliwack and District Real Estate board for the month of June 2009. Well summer is here and the temperature is heating up but so is the Chilliwack Real Estate Market.  Personally we have increased our sales in our office over 30% over the last 60 days but the stats across the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board remain active and are rising slightly. The number of days that homes are listed on the market before selling is hovering around the 70 day mark and that was consistent with the month earlier.  I think we will see that number decrease over the next couple of months.  If you have listed your home this year and have not rec... 07/08/2009

In Case you Didn't Know ~The name Chilliwack comes from the Halkomelem word Tcil'Qe'uk, meaning "valley of many streams".  Chilliwack is nestled in a wide, fertile river valley surrounded by endless mountains, miles of crystal clear lakes, and acres of untamed wilderness. It is quite literally one of the most extraordinary areas of the planet.    Located in the upper Fraser Valley, 100 kms east of Vancouver on the Trans Canada Highway, the city borders the Fraser River on the Northside and the Canadian-U.S. border on the South... Where in North America IS Chilliwack?  Some Stats and Trivia:  Check out...Famous People of Chilliwack, B.C.   Famously, Chilliwack also lent its name to a Vancouver rock band that had some chart success in the 1970s and 1980s. Chilliwack's Top 40 hits included... 07/05/2009

Situated next to the beautiful neighborhood of Garrison Crossing ~ an area distinguished for its  mix of older  refurbished military vintage PMQ's, townhomes, condos and new homes Garrison Crossing - the Former Canadian Forces Base, Sardis - Chilliwack, B.C. - Where the Past Meets the Future~ Is the new and about to open Garrison Village featuring over 80,000 sq. ft. of retail space with Cooper's grocery story as its main anchor.  I love Cooper's I've been known to drive all the way to Hope just to shop there!   Market Way will connect  with Coopers all the way from Vedder Road to the newly renovated Cheam Community Centre.  Centered in its midst is a beautiful plaza with towering trees and restaurants with outdoor seating. Part of the Village will be over 170 residential units known as... 07/05/2009

A Whole new take on Hemingway's 'Moveable Feast'! I hope you've enjoyed the ride ~ and here on the last installment of this 5 part serie...........The prize winners!         These are my favorites ~ which one is yours? Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part I Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part II  Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part III Chilliwack's Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part IV                                                                        If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like more information please give Liz  Moras of Landmark Realty Chilliwack a call at- 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@gmail.com.      Copyright © 2009 By Liz Moras... 07/01/2009

In the tradition of Parts  I & II...The Show was Definitely on the Road! Rows and rows of shiny reds, greens, blues and blacks; old-time Chevelles, Camaros and Mustangs; chopped, chromed and customized.  Classic truck and police patrol stationed at the old firehall on Young Road, and everyone's favorite Lamborghinis and Jaguar Minis :-) "The downtown area shut down, restaurants moved outside, merchants came out to the sidewalks and mingled with the enthusiasts!   I understand that some of these events -for a minimum donation you can actually go for a ride in some of these classics - unfortunately this wasn't one of then ! :-)            And just a few more...   Enjoy the ride!!   Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part I Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part II  Chilliwack's Classic Car H... 06/30/2009

Cars, cars and more cars!  Over 300 cars took a sabatical from their garages and barns and strutted their stuff at Chilliwack's Village Classic Car Show~ With more then 7,000 people, a live Band and a midway with cotton candy and hot dogs Chilliwack sparkled in the Sunday Sunshine.    The gorgeous colours dazzled...and Antique Buffs weren't disappointed!    And who doesn't like furry dice? Totally Retro... Even a Schneider's Hotdog mobile!    And there's more!....   Enjoy the ride!! Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part I Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part III Chilliwack's Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part IV Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven - Part V                                                      If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Chilliwack, Hope, Ab... 06/30/2009

Ooooh............Well one of favorite things that you all probably don't know - are Classic Cars........and on Sunday I was in my Glory!  Chilliwack hosted a Classic Car extravaganza ~ for blocks around the Five Corners.......everything from Model T's, to Edsel's.......to Muscle Cars & Monster Trucks.....I just had to share!         Positively motoriffically decadent!     And there's more! Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part II  Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part III Chilliwack's Classic Car Heaven! ~ Part IV Chilliwack Classic Car Heaven - Part V                                                          If you or someone you know is thinking of Buying or Selling property in Chilliwack, Hope, Abbotsford, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you would like mo... 06/29/2009

The Kids are almost out of School - you have Friends and Family Visiting this summer - Or wondering what to do and thinking of checking out the 'green grass' on your side of the fence?....Well I have to tell you its looking pretty green! Check out my posts on...   Beautiful Cultus Lake - A Perfect Family Getaway - Chilliwack, B.C.  Need to get out of the Big City?  Well here's another little piece of paradise.  Nestled in the hills just south of Chilliwack is the beautiful jewel of Cultus Lake!   And While you're There - Cultus Lake Waterslides...   The Vedder-Chilliwack River - The Most Popular River in the Lower Mainland - Chilliwack, B.C. ~This post is a little peek at the Vedder - Chilliwack River (names used interchangeably).  The Vedder-Chilliwack is not two separate streams like ... 06/20/2009

Why Shop, Eat, Read of Course!   Reminds me of a a book I just read by Elizabeth Gilbert - Eat, Pray & Love!  But that's the topic of another Blog!  In the meantime check out these favorites and click on the links to see my past posts on each of them!    1. )Shop!  Marion's Dressing Room-A Unique Vintage,Designer & Resale Clothing Boutique - Chilliwack, B.C.  Step off the street, climb up the long narrow staircase and  you'll be transported into a bright and amusing, poetic trip into your grandmother's attic!  This boutique will take you on a journey back into time where you can look for  your own special treasures.  Vintage, Retro, Designer gently used clothing.......      2.) Shop! Historic Downtown Chilliwack - B.C. - The Button Box - Victorian Decor, Antiques and Gifts .  Step into ... 06/19/2009

This is HappyhomesBC with our monthly market report for sales activity in the Chilliwack and District area for the month of May 2009. We are excited to spread the news that the market is moving!!  Sold Stickers are everywhere!!  People are selling their homes and people are buying homes. Wow.  As a fast paced Real Estate Team we have prepared for this and we are revved up for June which has already proving to be even a better month than May.  More on that next month. For single family detached homes we saw them selling within less than 70 days on the market.  Sales increased from May 2008 by 9% and the number of listings that were processed though the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board were 37% less than last year.  Inventory and demand is starting to even out which is good news ... 06/08/2009

This is HappyHomesBC with a Real Estate Market Report for Market Activity in the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Market in the month of April.  We have just received the data from the Chilliwack and District Real Estate board and we have taken the time to assimilate the information and give you a comprehensive report that will help you properly understand the Real Estate Market Activity in the Chilliwack area. The amount of sales has increased incrementally from the month of March.  The amount of the listings left is exactly the same for residential properties so as I said last month - the gap is closing.  Interest rates have come down dramatically where qualified buyers can have the opportunity to get a 5 year locked in rate of 3.69% when they buy a home today.  We expect market ac... 05/05/2009

                                                                                                                                If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you're considering a career in Real Estate or would like more information about Keller Williamsplease give Liz  Moras a call!  Managing Broker and Team Leader - 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@shaw.ca.          05/03/2009

                                                                                                                                  If you or someone you know is thinking of buying or selling property in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Langley or anywhere in the Fraser Valley Area of B.C. - or if you're considering a career in Real Estate or would like more information about Keller Williamsplease give Liz  Moras a call!  Managing Broker and Team Leader - 604-799-0459 or e-mail at lizmoras@shaw.ca.        04/25/2009

 I received a phone call again from the new Radio Station that is now operating in the Chilliwack region. 89.5 "The Hawk" - website: http://www.895thehawk.com/ and on Monday night an application was going through the approval process at the Chilliwack City Hall and one person mentioned that sales aren't happening so do we really need another 400 units to be built in that area. The interviewer, Jennifer Coles was looking for an answer to that statement so I was on the phone live being recorded. I thought that this is a good opportunity to maybe make people understand that they need to be part of the solution not part of the problem. Stop surrendering to the FEAR mongering that is going on!!! Think for yourselves people. The one thing that 'they' know for sure is that over 90% of the popu... 04/22/2009

I'll start off with a quick joke that was sent to me from a REALTOR in our office at Sutton Group Showplace Realty in Chilliwack BC:God is sitting in Heaven when a scientist says to Him, "Lord, we don't need you anymore. Science has finally figured out a way to create life out of nothing. In other words, we can now do what you did in the beginning." "Oh, is that so? Tell me.... replies God. "Well," says the scientist, "we can take dirt and form it into the likeness of you and breathe life into it, thus creating man." "Well, that's interesting. Show Me. " So the scientist bends down to the earth and starts to mold the soil. "Oh no, no, no..." interrupts God, (I love this) " Get your own dirt."That is funny, isnt it, how we sometimes get so caught up in our own self importance that we for... 04/13/2009

I've shared before about my daughter Sarah.......the Jiu Jitsu fighter......The story goes something along the lines........ I always used to tell my kids - "it doesn't matter what you do....as long as you feel passionate about it"......Blog Entry: Are You Tuning in To Your Inner Passion? - What Lights Your Fire? ...well for Sarah this is the big IT! Last night was the Big Event! She's been training for 2 1/2 years........and this was her 2nd fight.....Last year she won her first Fight by Decision........Last Night she won in the First Round by Submission. I probably don't have to tell you about a mother's heart right? She wouldn't let me come watch -because she thought I'd freak out........well I might have.......but I don't think so............so I had to settle for sitting and waitin... 04/06/2009

The Real Estate Market in the Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board is starting to approach normal levels. We are increasing the amount of sales and the amount of listings is not increasing. We have seen quite a few multiple offer situations lately which means that Buyers confidence is growing and they are recognizing good deals. Sense of urgency is growing and we are getting a lot more calls for showings. Sales are still less than this time last year but we are witnessing the rise as we speak. The gap is closing. Residential sales increased by almost 40% from February 2009. New listings are down from a year ago so inventory is starting to stablize. the highest amount of sales are in the price ranges of $200,000 to $400,000. The average days that a house in on the market for the sal... 04/04/2009