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You are not Alone
As a senior real estate specialist sharing resources with my clients is an important part of my process which is valued by my clients and their families. I recently had a conversation with a client and thought I’d share what I learned as perhaps someone else will value the information. My client, a senior, recently lost the love of his life. He said he is having better days thanks to a bereavement walking group provided by The Vancouver Hospice Society. 
After sharing the news with a friend, she let me know The Ridge Meadows Hospice Society also provides this service. After a quick Google search, I found several bereavement walking groups in different communities. 
The quote by George MacDonald on The Vancouver Hospice Society’s website, “Do not hurry as you walk with grief” is a lovely reminder that we all grieve and heal differently and there isn’t a timeline. 
If you know someone who might value knowing bereavement walking groups exist please share. For more resources on either aging in place or thinking about making a proactive decision to move, just ask! I'm always just a cup of coffee and or tea away. 
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Palm Desert Real Estate
I just returned from Palm Desert where I enjoyed family time with my dad, one of my brothers, my sister-in-law, and my two sisters! 96-year-old dad taught us a few tips on the pickleball court! I also enjoyed meeting like-minded colleagues! One of the reasons I chose Keller Williams as my brokerage, is the win-win attitude, and likemindedness of the people- come from service first, provide excellent customer service, and the business easily grows with referrals from happy clients.  Thank you James and Travis for welcoming me to your Palm Springs office (once a jewelry store frequented by Elizabeth Taylor!) As we deal with the cold weather in Vancouver, and the real estate market normalizes, it’s an ideal time to purchase in the Palm Springs area! Are you or someone you now curious about the Palm Desert real estate market- whether to purchase an investment property with rental potential, or looking for yourself for an instant summer vacation to play golf, tennis, pickle ball, and or simply relax, shop, and admire the mid-century modern architecture, just ask! 604 730 2600 For more photos of this fun trip including my dad playing pickleball head to our Instagram page janethelmhome and or our Facebook page janethelmrealtor  
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Realtor Cares Blanket Drive

November 14- 21 The REALTORS Care® Blanket Drive is a partnership between the REALTORS® of the Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley, and Chilliwack and District Real Estate Boards and their communities. Your donations will help those in need across the Lower Mainland. The donations stay within the community they're collected and go directly to those in need.

Items we’re looking for:

Blankets, sleeping bags

Warm clothing - coats, jeans, pants, sweaters, scarves, gloves, mitts, hats socks (new) underwear (new)

For drop-off locations click here 

Blanket Drive charity recipients click here

To arrange for pick up, call 604 730 2600 

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Senior Real Estate Services are Unique

Collaborating with our senior client and her daughter, the power of attorney was a lovely experience as I got to meet and learn more about this wonderful family, including meeting adult children and grandchildren. It was a rewarding experience to guide this family with the expected; our expert advice, pricing, marketing strategy, and negotiating skills, yet also peace of mind, compassion, and clear communication to ensure expectations were exceeded.  Who do you know looking for, "more than just a move" experience? Ask HELM, always a cup of coffee and or tea away to answer your questions so you can plan your next steps with confidence. 

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Take a tour of HELM's newest listing! Presenting 306 1695 Augusta Avenue in the rarely available Augusta Springs in Burnaby.  Spacious, bright, 2 bed 2 full bath AIR CONDITIONED penthouse with VAULTED CEILING AND ACTIVE SUNLIGHT, patio, gas fireplace literally a few minutes walk to Burnaby Mountain Golf Course, transit, and shopping. Visit online MLS R2720733 to see photos and floorplan. Open House is by appointment Saturday and Sunday. Who do you know is ready to resize to a home that feels like a house, complete with secured parking, a handy roundabout for easy pick-up and drop-off, an outdoor pool, and private gardens!? Ask HELM 604 730 2600
 
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Downsize Success. Customer Service

Moving day can be a huge hassle, with many unforeseen challenges yet at HELM  we anticipate those challenges to ensure the real estate transaction is smooth from start to finish. We recently guided one of our senior clients from Gibsons to North Vancouver. We met the movers in the early morning, just in case, our client was late due to possible ferry schedule hiccups. Greeting our client with coffee, and water was appreciated. Fresh fruit, dinner, and champagne in the fridge were a lovely surprise for our client to see after everyone left. "Janet you think of everything!" The move went smoothly, and our client is settled and grateful to call North Vancouver home in a bright, large, feels like a rancher condo close to family and friends. Who do you know would value HELM's more than just a move experience, with market expertise, negotiating skills, compassion and customer service handling every detail? Call us anytime, we would honoured to guide you through the often stormy waters of a real estate transaction.   

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HELM's SENIOR SUNDAY SELLERS TIP
Often there isn’t someone to help unpack boxes on the other end, so when packing to move, select a different coloured tape for each room and use that tape to seal each box or mark each box. Moving companies sell the tape, yet they can be purchased at dollar stores also. I suggest using the tape for furniture as well, as then you are less likely to hear the movers ask, “ where do you want us to put this?” And this will help you avoid having to move anything later. Call anytime for more senior-focused resources, tips, and suggestions. 
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Happy BC Seniors' Week!

Happy BC Seniors’ Week! You’re never too old to ________? We are never too old to connect with nature! With smart planning and precautions, all ages can discover the health benefits of fresh air! What are you never too old to do?

 #bcseniorsweek #senioradvocate #senior #seniorsweek #tennis #55+bcgames #hike #bike #walk #exercise #ski #surf #health #askjanet #morethanjustamove #askHELM #resizewithjanet #rightsize #grateful #atthehelm
#yourguidehome #westvancouver #northvancouver #Squamish #portmoody #pittmeadows #mapleridge
#janethelmrealestate #crew #janethelm

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What is your home's story?
SOLD! Congratulations to our clients on the sale of their home, setting a neighbourhood record! It's a win-win collaboration as clients and buyers are thrilled! Every home has its own story and requires a custom marketing strategy. It was a true pleasure marketing this home to potential buyers who would value and appreciate the custom details, finishes, and fine craftsmanship, of this special home. Considering selling? How will your home stand out from the competition?  ask HELM 604 730 2600
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Considering Downsizing?

Seniors’ real estate needs are unique.

The transition of rightsizing can be exciting. It also can be overwhelming, emotional, and even complicated. My commitment to providing "more than just a move" experience includes making the process of rightsizing run smoothly, ensuring I navigate the often stormy waters of a real estate transaction with compassion and clear communication. With over 20 years of business experience, an alumna of Business in Vancouver's “40 under 40” I gratefully share my resources, award-winning attitude, sales and marketing, negotiating skills, and distinct collaborative approach with my clients and their families. Whom do you know who is looking for a guide? Ask HELM! Let's start with a casual conversation.

I'm always just a call away 604 730 2600

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Considering Selling in Spring?

As we prepare to enter traditionally the busiest season of the year THE SPRING MARKET, what does this mean for you when considering selling and capitalizing on the market of the moment yet don’t know where you’d go? You have options! Ask me to share my strategies, options, and solutions when selling to ensure you take advantage of the market yet are not rushed! You will resize to a home you love, not just settled for! Taylor Biggar, REBGV Chair stated for February, "The Metro Vancouver housing market saw steady home sales activity, modest increases in home listings and continued upward trends in pricing. Listings inch up, demand remains steady and price gains continue in Metro Vancouver’s housing market." Who do you know considering resizing, making a move, while the market is hot, yet has questions, and don't want to feel rushed? Let me be your guide. I'm always just a phone call and a cup of coffee or tea away!

Call 604 730 2600 

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Just Listed on Valentine's Day!

Love is in the air! Fall in love with your new home on Valentine's Day! 18 MAUDE COURT MLS R2652480

OPEN HOUSE this Sat and Sun by appointment only. Video Link shares all the details! Ask your Realtor to arrange a private viewing between 11am -3pm and ask for the EXTENSIVE 2 PAGE list of renovations done with professional contractor and tradespeople and with permits! Just a sampling of high-quality upgrades include Wolf gas cooktop, Caesarstone countertops, walk-in pantry, wide plank white oak floors, European engineered tilt and turn windows and deck doors, high-efficiency furnace, NEST thermostat, air filter system and water filter system, tankless water tank!BONUS huge brand new covered deck and there's even an OUTBUILDING with water, power, and internet-ideal for an office or yoga/art studio! 3D Floorplan in MLS Listing shares details as well. 

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