I am gratful for amazing real estate clients over the many years of working in BC Real estate and one of the common realty transaction items is related to downsizing (right-sizing) and/or de-cluttering staging whether it’s to sell a home or when buying a future home or rental investment property.
It’s important to explore the ‘feeling and challenges / opportunities” that come from that action into the next steps. Like the very popular book by Author, Marie Kondo of the #1 New York Times bestselling book: “The Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up” has brought forward the interview with great business founder and friend: Rowena List of locally based “Getting it Together” = whether in the Vancouver Lower Mainland or in Whistler and the Sea to Sky Corridor, she is happy to set up an online meeting to discuss your future plans.
In my realty career experience it’s been a pleasure to work respected Developers, Builders and Renovation Companies to provide business service excellence to my realty clients.
Here’s my interview in Spring, 2020 in Whistler, BC New Home Construction Project via YouTube Link
Feel free to connect with Bob directly to start the process of renovating or building you future Sea to Sky dream chalet or rental investment property. Find out more details about their Holmes Approved Builder designation, speak with them about the BC Energy Step Code and utilizing his company’s extensive project guidance throughout the entire project.
Spring, 2020 – thank you for visiting my website and here is an interview with Mark Sturgess, Mortgage Broker who lives in beautiful Whistler – just north of Vancouver, British Columbia. During the Covid-19 global pandemic, and into the future, for those looking to refinance, renovate or purchase property in Whistler or elsewhere across BC and Canada – contact Mark Sturgess for financial / mortgage assistance
Also, as part of that video = you’ll note that I’m offering an opportunity to have an online or in-person meeting in Whistler (per Covid-19 self-distance protocols) to discuss real estate. Whether you currently own, rent or looking to sell or buy in Whistler, or in the other Sea to Sky Corridor communities of Squamish + Pemberton = we could meet at Whistler’s Cranked Coffee or chat online, to talk about my business opinion on real estate trends to review. Aside from real estate market information, you can meet with your other independent professional consultants – for example: accountants, lawyers, inspectors, builders & local community government updates.
After we have a realty conversation for about 30 minutes or longer, as you gather information and research to help you be prepared and proactive for your next steps in real estate, I would be happy to mail you a package of delicious Detour Dark Roast Coffee to enjoy as my gift.
From our home to yours … hope you keep safe and well. We will all get through this together for brighter days!
From arriving home from visiting family in England to Canada, March 15, 2020 – we stayed home in self-isolation for recommended 14 days – per Canadian Government & Health Authorities …. this is a global pandemic & we need to listen to their guidance and self-isolate plus physical distance at least 6 feet / 2 meters.
We all have to work together: flatten the virus curve / be positive & proactive! As we come into June, 2020 – there is the BC Govt. / Health Authority Restart Plan and SO happy to see our community / Sea to Sky Corridor slowly, methodically and carefully re-starting (thanks everyone for your help).
Check out Tourism Whistler and Whistler Chamber of Commerce updates for local business and hotel opening process along with Air BnB will be coming along with their guidelines too. Also, our fingers and toes are crossed for good luck that Whistler Blackcomb can open this Summer! They can also set up protocols
It’s amazing how our world remains a beautiful planet, yet our global village is facing life & business challenges with the Corona Virus .. renamed: Covid-19 = a name we won’t forget for generations to come.
Here’s are helpful articles from www.rew.ca that talk about how Realtors will proceed with real estate transactions, plus article to keep our homes clean.
There is a plethora of information out there and encourage setting aside time for a coffee and chat – online to assist you with the thoughts of trends from my career experience.
In the Whistler region, there is local business Whistler Grocery Service & Delivery that can help local residents and visitors to obtain boxed items.
We recently had an update that our 55+ / Senior community in BC is encouraged to connect with BC-211 also, our local Whistler Mature Action Community is another source for help via: www.whistlermac.org
As a full-time dedicated Realtor with Engel & Volkers – Whistler, my career goal is to assist sellers and buyers with the important facets / details of their transaction, including proper safety / care when viewing real estate properties.
I am confident that our global leaders will work with us to find the answers to help our communities and bring global health care systems to tackle this virus. Let’s focus our mindset to Health, Strength and Success for our world to be a better place for global life, business, and community success.
As said in the past & SO important into the future: Keep Calm & Carry On
Did you know that each October, event organizer and published Author: Stella Leventoyannis Harvey and her team organize one of the best Authors, Writers, Industry Speakers & participant annual events in Whistler, British Columbia.
Stella notes – moving to a ‘virtual festival’ this year will showcase not only readings, workshops, events, but also Whistler as a community as we expect the national, international community to also join us this year, on line.
Stella Leventoyannis – Author, Whistler, BC Canada
Here is the recent press releases
International bestseller: Wade Davis to headline virtual 2020 Whistler Writers Festival
Click Here to review the August 13, 2020 article in the Pique Newsmagazine Tickets go on sale August 31 We’re thrilled to release the lineup of authors and publishers attending this year’s special virtual edition of the Whistler Writers Festival, including headliner Wade Davis and distinguished Canadian and international literary arts talents Emily St. John Mandel, Marina Endicott, David Bergen, Waubgeshig Rice, Caroline Adderson, Dakshana Bascaramurty and Michelle Good. In total, more than 50 authors, publishers and guest presenters are confirmed to attend the action-packed, online literary festival. To help get you excited about all of the guest authors coming this October, we’ve created an online Reading List & Virtual Bookstore where you can buy or pre-order books in advance of the events to support authors at this time. It’s important to keep audiences safe in 2020, so we’ve transitioned the festival to an entirely digital format from Thursday, October 15 to Sunday, October 18, 2020. So mark your calendars, because tickets go on sale August 31st!
Our mailing address is: Whistler Writing Society9327 Emerald Drive, Whistler, BC, CanadaWhistler, BC V0N 1B9Canada
Previous Press Release:
June 4, 2020: Whistler, B.C. – The Whistler Writing Society is excited to announce the Whistler Writers Festival is transitioning to an online festival of literary workshops and readings October 15–18, 2020. Known for its intimacy and encouraging thoughtful discourse, the festival is seeking to build the same atmosphere in a virtual setting.
“We want to keep our audiences safe, yet still bring the literary arts to the community that has supported us for the last two decades,” said Stella Harvey, Founder and Artistic Director. “Although it feels like we’re breaking new ground going virtual, the festival remains true to its roots, by connecting storytellers and audiences for conversations even though we can’t get together this year in person.”
The Whistler Writers Festival will feature many of its popular readings and workshops with celebrated authors from across Canada, in sessions that encourage dialogue between participants. There will be opportunities for Q&A during and after readings, masterclass workshops, digital face-to-face pitching sessions, and marquee events such as the Saturday Night Gala and Sunday Brunch. Headliner details will be announced in August.
Now in its nineteenth year, the Whistler Writers Festival takes place October 15-18, 2020 and brings together the very best Canadian and international authors online for a weekend packed with readings, workshops, speaker panels, spoken word events, music and more.
Stella’s latest novel, Finding Callidora is available in fine bookstores, Signature Editions, Amazon, and Chapters Indigo. Watch theFinding Callidora Book Trailer
And here is a recording of the livestream can now be found on YouTube at https://youtu.be/2rIqAedbQPU as well as the Signature website on the book pages for After Light, Never, Again, and Finding Callidora.
Back to the previous interview notes I had with Stella in Spring, 2020:
Some of the best outcomes of the Whistler Writers Festival may be for a future writer / author to get their work evaluated and obtain a potential publishing company book writing opportunity!
Over the years, Stella and family have enjoyed living in Whistler and walking the local nature trails, cross country + downhill skiing. Tip for life and career: she finds insightful ideas written in a journal notebook for later reference when creating a novel, and also helpful for the event to-do lists!
Another great community give-back is that Stella offers her author consultation services, through a booked appointment at the Whistler Public Library …. who knows where her insights, guidance will lead!
Connect with Stella Leventoyannis Harvey’s website and we’re hoping that you’ll donate, sponsor and/or participate at the future Whistler Writers Festivals!
Life in Whistler is amazing, fulfilling and worth sharing the joy of our Resort life! Today is my #mondaymotivation to share with everyone some key points of living and visiting our community, just north of Vancouver and YVR Airport.
Come and visit us year-round … here are helpful community websites to connect with when planning your future trip.
When planning the opportunity to find your future legacy Whistler Resort home and/or rental investment property … let’s connect for further assistance:
Downhill Biking at Whistler Bike Park & enjoy X-Country biking around Whistler Valley!Enjoy Skiing at Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains … happy to share my ski tips!Enjoy sailing along British Columbia coastline and Gulf Islands – plus, local lakes!
When you meet company co-owners Hayley Middleton and Helen Whitworth you’ll understand why they are enjoying business success since launching their ‘environmentally friendly cleaning company’.
Did you know … since the start of their company in 2012 = they and their team have cleaned over 18,000 properties with non-toxic products!
We met at Engel & Völkers Whistler office to discuss how Pemberton and Whistler homeowners and rental property investors can connect with them for a “deep clean” (for example: pre-winter + pre-summer). It’s important to have a deep clean with non-toxic cleaners that bring enhanced ‘fresh scent’ to your property for everyone to enjoy!
They have collection of ongoing full-time properties they clean and can occasionally add to their year-round client lists. Further details on those services can be reviewed by emailing: bookings@ecomistclean.com
Aside from business we were talking about some of our favourite books …
Let’s take time to share the joys of Autumn season activities and events in Whistler! Global visitors and Whistler residents enjoy the quieter days between the wrap up of the Whistler Bike Park and other fun summer adventures to prepare their skis & snowboards for upcoming Whistler Blackcomb winter season! Also, be prepared for the autumn weather
When planning your trip to Whistler … many community events are noted on the Tourism Whistler Events Calendar as a great place to set your dates of arrival. Review local business + community organization websites for promotions of free events, discounted activities, meal promotions & music nights. It’s a great idea to set up a “Sunday to Thursday” mini-holiday to enjoy hotel rate packages or nightly rental property or B&B options!
Autumn is a wonderful time: rest, reflect in nature + recharge!
Are you considering your ‘next life chapter’ – potentially moving to our community to enjoy living here full-time or purchasing a part-time rental investment property? My goal as your “Lifestyle Locator” Realtor Advisor is to help with your journey of discovery to align with your future real estate plans. You work hard to plan ahead for your future = let’s start today to blend your work + adventure schedules, to purchase your Whistler Resort property, in the Sea to Sky Corridor of British Columbia. You deserve it!
Thanks again Laurie and we’ll keep in touch via What’s App / LinkedIn / Facebook and other social media platforms with your amazing non-profit organization Canada Caring
Over the years of working as a Real Estate consultant we meet positive & proactive business network colleagues that greatly benefit real estate clients and we enjoy working with them from the start to completion of a project. Then it’s great to reconnect with business colleagues for fun community events, mountain biking + winter sports. A wonderful life!
In the awesome Lifestyle Community of Whistler along the Sea to Sky Corridor of scenic British Columbia = we are able to work and take time to play, plus meet up with people around the world, who are enjoying ‘special + memorable’ holiday time.
Then we often find those holidays bring more visitors back again year-round to take in many community events and lifestyle adventures and make a plan to join us as residents in Whistler = whether for a full-time / part-time / rental investment Resort property.
With this in mind … encourage you to watch this YouTube Video Interview with Georgia Hybner, Owner of Whistler Staging Co. = whether staging your Whistler home, townhouse or condominium residence to enjoy or when selling or buying – encourage you to contact Georgia for insightful, professional assistance!
