At mid-year 2026, clear themes are emerging in new-home design. Homeowners are prioritizing thoughtful spaces, practical luxury, purposeful design, and experiences that enhance everyday life, both inside and outside the … [read more]
The development industry is pushing for the end of the ban on foreign ownership of Canadian homes, as market conditions have changed since it was introduced in 2023. The ban … [read more]
Metro Vancouver’s housing market showed fresh signs of life in June, with home sales rising across every major property type, though an abundance of listings continued to keep prices in … [read more]
When people think about what drives a home’s value, they usually picture kitchens, bathrooms, or curb appeal landscaping. The roof rarely gets top billing in those conversations, yet it quietly … [read more]
Royal LePage is forecasting the region’s home prices will fall 3.5% in the fourth quarter of 2026 compared to a year earlier. The national brokerage is expecting Metro Vancouver to … [read more]
Commercial transactions fell modestly in the first quarter of 2026 relative to both the previous quarter, and the same quarter last year. There were 327 commercial real estate sales in … [read more]
Sun-washed shades are trending, and we’re ready to lean in to the happy hues this summer. “Sun-bleached shades are the color equivalent of a long exhale,” says Kathy Kuo, designer … [read more]
Vancouver’s industrial market is seeing strong demand for a limited supply of large-format space, with Grosvenor Canada signing its largest-ever lease on Annacis Island. S&S Activewear Canada Inc., a distributor … [read more]
Vancouver, BC – July 6, 2026. A long-anticipated rebound in British Columbia’s housing market has failed to materialize this year despite some favourable economic indicators. In a new Market Intelligence … [read more]
If you share a backyard fence with neighbors, you know the rules around it can be a bit murky. Is it OK to paint your side of the fence, even … [read more]
Condos are a popular choice for many first-time homebuyers owing to their lower price point and access to amenities such as gyms and pools. But as well as a mortgage, … [read more]
Townhouses are the Goldilocks of Canadian real estate. They’re the perfect in-between of a cozy apartment and a sprawling detached home that requires a small inheritance and a lot of … [read more]
SURREY, BC – Home prices in the Fraser Valley continued to become more affordable in June, with Benchmark prices now sitting 26% below their 2022 peak. Prices edged down another … [read more]
Preparing for your first child’s arrival is an exciting and life-changing experience. Along with setting up a nursery and choosing the right baby gear, one of the most important steps … [read more]
Most home buyers know how much they’ll expect to pay for a mortgage, but the financial commitment doesn’t stop there. Expenses like the land transfer tax, home insurance, legal fees, … [read more]
Condo Affordability Returns to Pre-Pandemic “Normal” Homeownership has been improving in Canada since early 2024 – particularly for condos. Price corrections have been sharper than other housing types, helping restore … [read more]
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