May 10th, 2018
Homebuyers, especially first-time buyers shopping for entry-level homes, can expect to pay a significant premium for houses with listings that tout popular farmhouse or craftsman-inspired features, according to a new … [read more]
May 10th, 2018
The Canadian housing market has been in a bit of a funk ever since a new mortgage stress test came into effect on January 1. National home sales have been … [read more]
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May 9th, 2018
Apartment condominiums continue to dominate the market in urban areas of the GTA, and within that segment are a growing majority who prefer new-build and pre-build condos. The advantages of … [read more]
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May 9th, 2018
Just Listed – Delta 8413 Arbour Place Charming 2128sqft, 3-level split executive home located on secluded cul-de-sac lot, features tile entry, bright living room with vaulted ceiling, 6’ skylight and … [read more]
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May 9th, 2018
Inspections, closing costs, and loans—oh my! Buying a home is one of the most stressful experiences a couple can share. With so many variables to consider (finances, location, simple matters … [read more]
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May 9th, 2018
It’s been quite the last 12 months for Canadian home buyers, from April 2017’s red hot prices to January’s sudden drop in sales. And despite a now cooling housing market, … [read more]
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May 8th, 2018
It used to be that your first stop to buying a home was to the local real estate office. Technology has made shopping for a home more convenient. Everything that … [read more]
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May 8th, 2018
Despite a new mortgage stress test and rising interest rates, a new report has found that nearly a quarter of Canadians are planning to buy a home in the next … [read more]
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May 8th, 2018
A full 53% of British Columbian renters say they rent as opposed to owning a home because they struggle to save enough for a down payment, according to a new … [read more]
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May 8th, 2018
A succession of government policies has tried to regulate Vancouver’s housing prices, to little avail. Now Amazon.com Inc. may give Canada’s costliest market another push towards ever-dwindling affordability. The Seattle-based … [read more]
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May 7th, 2018
There are several benefits to getting a property survey before buying your first home. Find out all the information you need to know, and how you can get a property … [read more]
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May 7th, 2018
Many appealing things about condos drive first or even second and third-time homebuyers to think about owning one. One of the benefits is that you will get exterior maintenance, you … [read more]
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May 7th, 2018
Although average home prices across Canada have been dropping since the beginning of 2018, one Canadian credit union says prices are actually rising in many regions, such as Vancouver and … [read more]
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May 7th, 2018
Following the implementation of stricter mortgage rules in January 2018, Metro Vancouver home sales continued to soften in April, while listings increased. A total of 2,579 homes changed hands in … [read more]
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May 6th, 2018
The roof will probably last for 30 years, the hot water heater and heating systems last for 20 years, and appliances about 10 to 15 years. Chances are you’ll replace … [read more]
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May 6th, 2018
Next to building a patio, one of the most popular backyard projects for many homeowners is growing their own vegetable garden. As more people are making conscious decisions to eat … [read more]
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May 5th, 2018
Everyone wants the home of their dreams. Whether you want the white picket fence or the perfect kitchen, home remodeling can be a big project. Maybe you’re thinking about flipping … [read more]
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May 5th, 2018
May marks a golden opportunity for homeowners to assess their home and ensure everything is in tip-top shape before the summer months begin. HouseLogic recently provided a checklist that your … [read more]
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May 4th, 2018
As unaffordability spills out of large urban centres and into their surrounding areas, land leasing homes could become a viable alternative. The land lease model, wherein a resident owns the … [read more]
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May 4th, 2018
Canadian Millennials looking to buy their first home in 2018 face some of the worst housing affordability in years. But according to a new report, the vast majority still consider … [read more]
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May 4th, 2018
Although Greater Vancouver condo sales fell year-over-year in April, prices continued to climb surpassing the $700,000 mark for the first time. Last month, the benchmark price of a condo hit … [read more]
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May 4th, 2018
Attesting to the continued global draw of Canadian property, benchmark prices in the ski town of Whistler have now surpassed those in Vancouver. Businesses are buying million-dollar properties to house … [read more]
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