July 21st, 2026
Introduction Basements provide valuable storage space, additional living areas, and utility access, but they are also one of the most common locations for mold growth within a home. Because basements … [read more]
July 21st, 2026
Highlights • The pace of housing starts in Canada eased in June, falling to 239k (saar) from 253k, while the 6-month moving average decreased 2.8% to 248k. Table 1 summarizes … [read more]
July 21st, 2026
Vancouver, BC – July 13, 2026. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that 7,225 residential unit sales were recorded in Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) Systems in June 2026, … [read more]
July 20th, 2026
Introduction Luxury homes represent more than just a place to live—they are significant investments that often include unique architectural details, premium materials, custom features, and valuable personal belongings. While standard … [read more]
July 20th, 2026
Four years into one of the deepest housing corrections in Canada’s history, there are signs the market may be hitting bottom. National figures out yesterday from the Canadian Real Estate … [read more]
July 20th, 2026
The most useful part of the Canadian Real Estate Association’s (CREA) June release was not the small sales gain. It was the end of a streak. The National Composite MLS … [read more]
July 18th, 2026
Whether you should let your herbs flower depends on the type of herbs you have and what you want to do with them. If you primarily harvest your herbs to … [read more]
July 17th, 2026
There’s a type of home on the market that could save you nearly 30% of its original listing value in 2026. Realtor.com’s new report looks into foreclosed homes—and as they’re … [read more]
July 17th, 2026
The first half of 2026 saw higher detached home-buying activity in the Vancouver region but there hasn’t yet been an upswing in values, says a new report. The Metro Vancouver … [read more]
July 17th, 2026
Ottawa, ON July 15, 2026 – The number of home sales recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems edged up a further 0.5% on a month-over-month basis in June 2026. This builds … [read more]
July 16th, 2026
TORONTO — A new report from CBRE says Canada’s office market has officially experienced one full year of recovery, a significant milestone after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the sector. CBRE … [read more]
July 16th, 2026
The Bank of Canada held its policy rate at 2.25% today, its sixth consecutive hold since the October 2025 cut. The decision reflects an ongoing balancing act : while economic … [read more]
July 16th, 2026
Detached homebuyers are returning to many Greater Toronto Area, Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley markets, even as prices remain largely unchanged, according to a new report from Remax Canada. The … [read more]
July 15th, 2026
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]
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July 15th, 2026
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]
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July 15th, 2026
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]
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July 14th, 2026
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]
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July 14th, 2026
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]
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July 14th, 2026
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]
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July 13th, 2026
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]
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July 13th, 2026
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]
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July 13th, 2026
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]
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