June 16th, 2025
“This Spring presale market was the slowest in recent memory outside of May 2020 during the Covid lockdown. The limited number of projects that launched are ground-oriented and lowrise developments, … [read more]
June 10th, 2025
“Shadow Inventory” held by developers and not listed on MLS is expected to grow in Metro Vancouver because of a slow market and scuppered sales, says one Realtor. But the … [read more]
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June 9th, 2025
Across Canada, a variety of federal and provincial initiatives help homeowners and developers lower the upfront costs of energy‑efficiency upgrades. By combining interest‑free loans, premium refunds, repayable loans and targeted … [read more]
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June 9th, 2025
With the Bank of Canada announcing that it’s holding its policy interest rate at 2.75%, new and aspiring homebuyers are likely to wonder if this is a good time to … [read more]
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June 9th, 2025
The transformation of the Coquitlam’s North Road corridor is no longer on the horizon, it’s well underway. With 2,673 new homes slated to complete across the city in 2025, this … [read more]
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May 21st, 2025
“Even with the Canadian election resolved, the real estate market continues to be uncertain and exhibit weak metrics. Compared to historical norms, we are seeing about half as many new … [read more]
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May 7th, 2025
Investing in a property at the pre-construction stage can offer unique advantages, including a lower purchase price and the potential for significant appreciation. It also comes with its share of … [read more]
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May 6th, 2025
Metro Vancouver’s real estate market is seeing the highest level of unsold condo inventory in years. That’s according to a new report by Rennie & Associates Realty Ltd., whose intelligence … [read more]
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May 5th, 2025
Vancouver’s condo market is facing mounting pressure as the number of unsold, newly built units is expected to jump by 60% by the end of 2025, according to new projections … [read more]
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May 1st, 2025
Canada’s homebuilding sector is navigating a delicate recovery, challenged by rising costs, global trade tensions and a persistent labour shortage, according to Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) CEO Kevin Lee. … [read more]
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May 1st, 2025
“This is setting up to be one of the most uncertain Spring markets in the last decade. Of the limited new projects coming online, the ones attracting buyer attention are … [read more]
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April 7th, 2025
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has released its February 2025 housing starts data, providing insight into the state of residential construction across the country. Housing starts are a … [read more]
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April 4th, 2025
Spring usually brings a fresh wave of optimism to the real estate market—but this year, the typical momentum is tempered. While some developers are testing the waters with new launches, … [read more]
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April 3rd, 2025
As Canada’s housing market continues to evolve, pre‑construction has emerged as a dynamic niche offering fresh opportunities. In 2025, shifting buyer demographics, regional real estate dynamics, and innovative tech solutions … [read more]
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March 24th, 2025
March 2025 Real Estate Market Insights Welcome to the March 2025 episode of the Presale Pulse, a real estate show brought to you by hosts Suzana Goncalves and Brittany Reimer. … [read more]
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March 19th, 2025
With tariffs threatening to slow down the Canadian economy, it’s hard to dismiss the caution of many would-be homebuyers right now. After all, making a major investment amid such economic … [read more]
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March 19th, 2025
“Developers spent February monitoring the market and making “go or no go” decisions on new projects. With prospects exhibiting continued patience and extreme price sensitivity, the presale market remains stagnant. … [read more]
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March 6th, 2025
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) recently published its January 2025 housing start data, offering detailed insights into the market. Nationally, housing starts are showing a steady trend; however, … [read more]
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February 25th, 2025
Housing affordability in Canada continues to dominate headlines and political policy alike as we settle into 2025. Though real estate prices appeared to level off as 2024 drew to a … [read more]
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February 24th, 2025
February 2025 Real Estate Market Insights Welcome to the February 2025 episode of the Presale Pulse, a real estate show brought to you by hosts Suzana Goncalves and Brittany Reimer. … [read more]
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February 10th, 2025
Despite what many headlines suggest about entering today’s Canadian condo market, now may be the perfect time to think bigger. It’s no secret that the current new-home market has been … [read more]
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January 29th, 2025
As we step into 2025, Canada’s real estate market faces a landscape shaped by shifting economic policies, evolving immigration targets, and persistent affordability challenges. Stakeholders must prepare for a pivotal … [read more]
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