Not so long ago, downsizing was a no-brainer. When the kids flew the coop, the McMansion suddenly felt too big, and trading four bedrooms for one tidy bungalow made sense. … [read more]
There may be a perfect storm on the horizon, and it’s leaving Canada’s central bank paralyzed. The Bank of Canada (BoC) held its key interest rate at 2.25%, a widely … [read more]
There is more price downside to come for Vancouver’s condo market, economists with Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) are predicting. TD Economics is forecasting a roughly 15% peak-to-trough decline from the 2023 … [read more]
The definition of a “dream home” is evolving – and fast. Buyers want more than ample square footage or a certain number of bedrooms. They’re seeking a sense of spaciousness, … [read more]
Saving for a 20% down payment is widely regarded as one of the most effective ways to reduce long-term housing costs. It lowers mortgage payments, eliminates the need for costly … [read more]
With concrete returning to the presale pipeline for the first time this year, buyer urgency has not yet caught up. We continue to see a clear divergence by product type, … [read more]
As this season invites a celebration of tradition and timeless style, vintage décor is making a major comeback. Antique hutches are replacing open shelving, worn wood finishes are returning to … [read more]
Marking a continued period of stability, the Bank of Canada held its policy rate steady at 2.25% in its June announcement. By opting for another hold, the Bank is exercising … [read more]
Vancouver, BC – June 11, 2026. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that 6,790 residential unit sales were recorded in Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) Systems in May 2026, … [read more]
You don’t need to re-landscape the entire backyard or install a luxury outdoor kitchen to make over your patio, according to designers. We asked professionals to share a handful of … [read more]
How Brass, Copper and Gold Finishes are Adding Richness Back Into The Home? Home design trends are shifting away from cool grays and ultra-industrial finishes in favor of spaces that … [read more]
If you have been house hunting, you may have noticed that new construction communities seem more visible than they were a decade ago. Since the early 2010s, newly built homes … [read more]
The Abbotsford housing market has been a bit of a rollercoaster so far this year, with last month bringing another downswing for most properties. However, one group of homes that … [read more]
If your idea of outdoor space is a slab of concrete barely wide enough for one chair, you’re not alone. Across Canada’s high-rise cities, the small apartment balcony is the … [read more]
Scrapping municipal development charges could increase housing starts by as much as 14% in some of Canada’s most expensive housing markets, according to new analysis from Canada Mortgage and Housing … [read more]
Whether May was a good month for local real estate sales depends on how you looked at the market – sales were up, but prices continued to decline across most … [read more]
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