Vancouver Real Estate Video Blogs by Ian Watt

Ian Watt, realtor in Downtown Vancouver Canada takes a new approach to marketing - the vlog or video blog. It’s candid, it’s raw, it’s opinionated, it’s unedited and it is original. As the Vancouver Sun newspaper says "Ian Watt is the star of his own business video, transforming his blog into a live show in which he tours Vancouver dispensing advice, hitting real estate hot buttons, winning over fans and enraging critics."




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #675 - June 27, 2011

Old School Buyer Realtors Presenting Offers in Person


Ian Watt video blogs about how  many old school buyer realtors think its beneficial to present offers to the sellers in person, unfortunately this tactic sometimes backfires as the buyers realtors may say the wrong things to the sellers changing their feelings towards the sale. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #674 - June 23, 2011

July 5 2011 is the Due Date to Pay Your Vancouver City Property Taxes

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how July 5 2011 is the Due Date to Pay Your Vancouver City Property Taxes and if you miss that date you will need to pay a penalty of 5%. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 



Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #673 - June 20, 2011

Colliers to buy Vancouver Condo and Crosby Property Management

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how its acquisition time in Downtown Vancouver with Colliers International buying Vancouver Condo Property Management and Crosby Property Management making it by far Vancouver's largest condo management company. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #672 - June 13, 2011

Don't Over-Renovate to Sell Your Vancouver Condo

Ian Watt video blogs about how there are many people who choose to install a new kitchen or bathroom when preparing to sell their Vancouver condo, when new paint, new lighting and perhaps new flooring might be the better investment. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #671 - June 9, 2011

The Burnaby Housing Market is On Fire Thanks to the Japanese Earthquake

Ian Watt video blogs about how there are many people who believe that ever since the Japanese Earthquake many Chinese buyers are avoiding Richmond and buying in selective areas of Burnaby. If there is one thing keeping your property from selling, its usually the price.  If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #670 - June 6, 2011

Ian Watt & CondoGo's Set Marketing System Works

Ian Watt video blogs about how there are two proven marketing systems to choose from depending on the level of service you choose, either  http://www.ianwatt.ca/ or http://www.condogo.com/ and both of them sell condos fast. If there is one thing keeping your property from selling, its usually the price.  If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #669 - June 1, 2011 

Help Me Understand. Is VancouverPowerSearch.com a Scam?

Ian Watt video blogs about how there is a company in the Arizona called http://www.vancouverpowersearch.com/ which is part owned by a Seattle Realtor http://www.glennsanford.com/  who is helping buyers find real estate in Vancouver British Columbia Canada. Unfortunately for the general public there is no disclosure that they are not in Vancouver or licensed with the Real Estate Council of British Columbia. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .






Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #668 - May 29, 2011 

Does the Seller Still Have to Pay A Full Commission if They (the Home Owner) Find the Buyer?

Ian Watt video blogs about how sellers are obligated to pay the agreed commission on the contract whether the listing agent finds the buyer or the home owner does. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #667 - May 26, 2011

 

HST Rebate Calculator for New Home and Condo Real Estate Purchases by Law Firm Rosborough.com

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how Rosborough.com a law firm created a real estate HST rebate calculator to help simplify the process for owner occupied purchases on brand new real estate. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #666 - May 23, 2011

Showings Come In Waves but if They Stop Coming its Probably the Price

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how showings and interest comes in waves and its never 100% steady after the first week. However, if they stop coming all together its probably the price. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #665 - May 19, 2011

The Future of Transparency, Accountability, & Professionalism in Vancouver Real Estate

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how he was recently invited to brainstorm at the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver about professionals and social media. Ian Watt believes that professionalism in real estate is directly related to transparent information made available to the public. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 
 



Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #664 - May 16, 2011

Summer Real Estate Internship with Ian Watt in Downtown Vancouver

 

Ian Watt video blogs about making a Summer Internship available for new realtors.  This internship is for any realtors from anywhere in the world who are interested in real estate, marketing, the web and being Ian's Lloyd. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #663 - May 12, 2011

Before You Fall In Love with A Vancouver Condo You Can't Afford...

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how buyers should speak to their mortgage broker or bank before they Fall In Love with A Vancouver Condo they can't afford. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 




Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #662 - May 9, 2011

 

Flipping Condos and Any Real Estate in Downtown Vancouver is Dead People 

 

Ian Watt video blogs about a buyer who had contacted Ian about buying a condo to renovate and flip to make a short term profit. However, Flipping Condos and Any Real Estate in Downtown Vancouver is Dead as after buying the condo, renovating it, making a financial gain on selling, minus the property transfer tax, legal fees, mortgage payments, realtor commission there most likely be no profit remaining. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 



Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #661 - May 5, 2011

 

Buying a Condo Conversion (Converted Office Building) Can Be a Great Investment

 

Ian Watt video blogs about buying a condo that that was formally an office now converted to a condo can be a great investment. As we know most commercial landlords build to a higher grade and keep the building to hold on to for years and years, whereas condo developers only need to outlast the warranty and then its the strata's problem if something goes wrong. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 



Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #660 - May 3, 2011

How's That Vancouver Condo Pre-Sale from 2008 Working Out For You?

Ian Watt video blogs about how many people got sucked in to buying a Vancouver Condo pre-sale in 2008 (at the peak of prices) and are realizing a loss on their investment of 20% or 25% deposit, consequently trying unsuccessfully to pass their losses off on re-sale rather than admitting they made a failed short-term investment. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #659 - April 28, 2011

Realtors Teachers Doctors and Lawyers Will Soon Be Obsolete and Unnecessary

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how many buyers and sellers of real estate feel that realtors are unnecessary in the real estate process. Ian Watt agrees that their roles as we know them will have to change due to all the transparency thanks to the internet but Realtors, Teachers, Doctors and Lawyers will always have a role in their professions. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 

 






Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #658 - April 25, 2011

 

THE REAL ESTATE BAND AID, If We Don't Make a Profit on My Vancouver Condo, I'm Renting It Out

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how many sellers have this idea, which Ian Watt calls the Real Estate Band Aid, of renting out their place if they don't make a profit selling their Vancouver condo. Unfortunately, this may be just delaying the inevitable loss and in the meantime damaging the condo which ultimately decreases its value. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years. Copyright iWatt Media © All Rights Reserved 2011 www.iWatt.ca .

 





Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #657 - April 21, 2011

 

Selling Your Vancouver Condo for Top Premium Dollars in Any Market 

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how to sell your Vancouver condo for a top dollar per square foot you have to make sure that your condo is 100% perfect and the new buyers don't have to lift a finger or spend a dollar when they take possession of the property. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years.

 


Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #656 - April 18, 2011

Looking for An Investment Condo in Downtown Vancouver ?

Ian Watt video blogs about how investors looking for an investment condo in Downtown Vancouver (whether in Yaletown, Coal Harbour, West End, Gastown, or Downtown) should always check Craigslist for 2 things; what type of property is mostly available, and what's the difference between rents for a studio, 1 bedroom and a 2 bedroom etc. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years.

 

 




Real Estate Video Blog #655 - April 14, 2011 

Why Doesn't Downtown Vancouver Realtor Ian Watt Ever Answer His Phone ? 

Ian Watt video blogs about how he never answers his phone as its for client use only. Anyone requesting information or realtors requesting showings have to email as Ian believes the phone is a waste of time. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years.

 

 




 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #654 - April 11, 2011

 

Looking for a Downtown Vancouver Penthouse Rental for a Party or a Film Shoot ?

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how he often gets inquiries from location managers and party promoters who are looking for a Downtown Vancouver Penthouse Rental for a Party or a Film Shoot but there is one problem, he doesn't handle rentals. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years.



 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #653 - April 7, 2011

 

How Hot is the Downtown Vancouver Condo Real Estate Market ? 

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how hot the Downtown Vancouver Condo Market is this spring. With about 10 sales a day we are seeing that the average well priced condos sell in 44 days on the market and condos that are not well priced don't sell at all. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years.



 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #652 - April 4, 2011

 

Rental Restrictions at 550 Taylor in Downtown Vancouver by Ian Watt

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how 550 Taylor in Downtown Vancouver had proposed a rental cap of 30% however the owners have voted it down and its still free for unlimited rentals. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years.

 

 

Vancouver Condo Real Estate Video Blog #651 - March 31, 2011

 

Selling Downtown Real Estate in Particular Vancouver Condos Has Its Challenges

 

Ian Watt video blogs about how selling Downtown Real Estate in particular Vancouver Condos Has Its Challenges. If you want to voice your opinion or if you don't care for Ian's comments please email your feedback to ianwatt@ianwatt.ca and visit http://www.ianwatt.ca/RealEstateVideos for all the Ian Watt Real Estate Video Blogs. Please note that opinions, real estate practices, prices and data always changes over time, so please keep in mind the date when this video was published as the information could have become irrelevant over the past days, months and years.