November 10th, 2021
Everyone dreams of owning their own home, but for many people, the financial requirements can seem insurmountable. While a home won’t ever be cheap, it might not be as bad … [read more]
November 10th, 2021
These days, it isn’t always easy to find a property to buy. It is even harder when you are looking for your dream home. For many people, building their own … [read more]
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November 10th, 2021
A combination of narrowing price gaps and sky-high demand has reduced supply in Vancouver, leaving buyers with fewer purchasing options. According to Dexter Realty’s October Sales Report, detached home prices … [read more]
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November 9th, 2021
There are numerous opportunities for those willing to invest in real estate in today’s market. Whether you want to buy and rent out a house or start your own business … [read more]
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November 9th, 2021
Plans to put a stop to blind bidding in Canada could have the opposite intended effect by driving up real estate prices in hot markets, a new report suggests. The … [read more]
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November 9th, 2021
One of the biggest discussion points in real estate is home prices, both for real estate professionals and regular people. But while trends can be similar in different areas, actual … [read more]
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November 8th, 2021
Canadian real estate is seen as bulletproof but more banks are warning that might not be the case. CIBC Capital Markets’ November forecast shows a steep climb to the overnight … [read more]
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November 8th, 2021
Going against conventional wisdom, realtors are advising sellers to list during the winter rather than waiting until spring. According to a recent Royal LePage survey of more than 950 real … [read more]
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November 8th, 2021
Home prices in Metro Vancouver continue to inch higher as activity remains high and demand exceeds supply. According to a monthly market report by the Real Estate Board of Greater … [read more]
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November 6th, 2021
While there is no shortage of upkeep and maintenance-related tasks that property owners must deal with, not all tasks are created equal. Knowing which of these concerns to prioritize and … [read more]
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November 5th, 2021
We all know that COVID-19 has changed the world as we know it: our society, the economy, and beyond. So it’s no surprise to see that homebuyer preferences have changed … [read more]
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November 5th, 2021
In order to combat difficulties in the rental market in 2017, the city of Vancouver implemented the empty homes tax also known as the vacancy tax. Vancouver’s vacancy tax was … [read more]
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November 5th, 2021
The fall housing market is typically one of the busiest times in the year, a period where you might expect more listings to come online. But according to insights from … [read more]
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November 4th, 2021
Vancouver developers could see rezoning and permitting fees rise in 2022, including a new $218-per-hour fee to handle expedited requests for property research letters and documents. City council will vote … [read more]
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November 4th, 2021
Condo sales and prices have been on the rise in one of Canada’s most expensive and popular markets. In its 2021 Condominium Report for Greater Vancouver, RE/MAX attributed strong market … [read more]
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November 4th, 2021
Last week, Vancouver received a top 10 ranking in a global assessment of the worst real estate housing bubbles in the world. This, along with other bad omens and the … [read more]
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November 3rd, 2021
If you are looking to get the best available interest rates when applying for a mortgage, your credit score can make a big difference in helping you secure the best … [read more]
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November 3rd, 2021
Just Sold – Richmond #112 – 8760 No. 1 Rd Richmond Apple Greene Park – HANDYMAN SPECIAL. This functional and spacious 1 bdrm and den (easy to convert to a … [read more]
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November 3rd, 2021
SURREY, BC – Demand for Fraser Valley real estate remained solid in October with overall sales the third highest on record. The Board processed a total of 1,938 property sales … [read more]
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November 2nd, 2021
The increased activity seen in the Lower Mainland’s commercial real estate market in the beginning of 2021 carried into the second quarter (Q2) of the year. There were 726 commercial … [read more]
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November 2nd, 2021
Unless you plan to pay for your entire property upfront, you will likely have a mortgage when you buy real estate. Mortgage interest rates are a huge factor in a … [read more]
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November 2nd, 2021
Home sale activity in Metro Vancouver remained above historical averages in October while the overall supply of homes for sale dipped to levels not seen in three years. The Real … [read more]
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