The 5 Real Estate Trends That Will Shape 2016
December 31st, 2015
It’s almost the new year. Get ready to break out the Cristal : We had a great 2015—the best year for housing since 2007. And our forecast here at realtor.com® … [read more]
December 31st, 2015
It’s almost the new year. Get ready to break out the Cristal : We had a great 2015—the best year for housing since 2007. And our forecast here at realtor.com® … [read more]
December 31st, 2015
A sharp increase in the down payment required to buy more expensive homes using government-backed mortgage insurance will affect low-equity buyers but is “not a game-changer” for the BC housing … [read more]
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December 30th, 2015
Unless you’re lucky enough to live in a grand older building, a loft, or one of the high-design modern luxury developments that are popping up everywhere, your apartment might best … [read more]
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December 30th, 2015
VANCOUVER — Climbing Vancouver’s property ladder can be a daunting experience at any time, but recent scorching market conditions have forced many to re-evaluate their ownership goals as prices climb … [read more]
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December 29th, 2015
When flipping through pages of home decor magazines it’s the images of the elegantly appointed rooms that make us stop and explore. These tastefully decorated rooms all have several things … [read more]
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December 29th, 2015
It may be the approach of tighter mortgage regulations, or the way sunken oil prices continue to take a toll on housing markets in the Prairies — but whatever the … [read more]
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December 29th, 2015
It’s difficult to buy that home for sale in Portland, OR, without taking out a mortgage. After all, not many of us have hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash … [read more]
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December 28th, 2015
The year is winding down, and soon we’ll be starting a brand new rear with new goals and new expectations. When I think about 2016, there are definitely a few … [read more]
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December 28th, 2015
The year 2015 seems likely to go into the Toronto real estate record books for a number of reasons, including sheer volume of sales—likely to be more than 100,000 for … [read more]
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December 27th, 2015
US short-seller says signs point to a real-estate “debacle” in Metro Vancouver Debacle. Moral hazard. Outspoken US short-seller Marc Cohodes uses frightening words to describe his outlook for Vancouver real … [read more]
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December 26th, 2015
Home sales in Canada increased by 1.8% month on month in November with the number of new listings also rising, up 3.1% compared with October, the latest index figures shows. … [read more]
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December 24th, 2015
Vancouver and Toronto continued to lead gains in Canadian housing markets in November, with average prices in Vancouver edging close to $1 million for the first time. Existing home sales … [read more]
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December 24th, 2015
During December, a decorating fervor sweeps through as people prepare their homes for the season. Furniture is displaced to make room for a tree, mantels and staircases are draped with … [read more]
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December 23rd, 2015
2015 – The Strongest Year for Sales Since 2008 2014 was a strong and stable year with modest increases in sales activities and benchmark prices of about 5% throughout the … [read more]
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December 22nd, 2015
You don’t have to pretend the holidays don’t exist if your home is on the market this time of year. Selling a home during the holidays can be tricky. Decorations … [read more]
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December 21st, 2015
Don your gay apparel and gather up some tips for selling your home. ‘Tis the season for festive family gatherings, twinkling lights, and yuletide treats, and it’s also an ideal … [read more]
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December 20th, 2015
Kitchens are the heart of any home, as they’re the go-to source of physical and emotional nourishment for families. Whether being used for cooking, eating, mingling, or impromptu meetings, people … [read more]
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December 19th, 2015
Read on for some helpful tips for using holiday decor to dress up the strong points of your home, appeal to people of diverse backgrounds and tastes, and make your … [read more]
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December 19th, 2015
Canadian home sales reached their highest monthly level in November in six years, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). Seasonally adjusted sales activity tracked through MLS systems across … [read more]
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December 18th, 2015
Before listing a home on the market, there are some secrets you should know that can spice up different features in each room. Inexpensive tips are quick and can be … [read more]
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December 18th, 2015
The housing market in British Columbia has strengthened throughout 2015, and while the final numbers for the year are not yet in, the Canadian Real Estate Association has revised its … [read more]
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December 17th, 2015
Repeat home sales prices in Vancouver led the country over the past 12 months, according to Teranet’s home price index (HPI) data released December 14, with year-over-year growth of 11.28%. … [read more]
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