November 27th, 2024
The new condo market in Vancouver, and Canada more broadly, is struggling as developers encounter challenging conditions in the form of higher costs and reduced demand. The condo market in … [read more]
November 13th, 2024
When buying a home, one of the most significant decisions is whether to purchase a newly constructed home or a resale property. Each option has unique advantages and challenges, and … [read more]
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October 28th, 2024
Canada’s housing market continues to face challenges beyond high home prices and interest rates. For both real estate investors and developers, an environment where construction costs are increasing and hidden … [read more]
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October 25th, 2024
October 2024 Real Estate Market Insights Welcome to the October 2024 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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October 24th, 2024
The housing market in Canada continues to show a mixture of growth and decline across various regions and housing types. Housing Starts Data for August 2024 As of September 2024, … [read more]
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October 23rd, 2024
“Other than the Spring, September and October are traditionally the second busiest months of the year for presale. This year is no different, however, activity is largely on the developer … [read more]
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October 22nd, 2024
Unsurprisingly, recent high interest rates have put a real dent in Canada’s new housing starts. In a new bulletin, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) estimates higher interest rates decreased … [read more]
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October 16th, 2024
Investing in pre-construction condos can be a valuable addition to your portfolio, but in Ontario, there are unique financial commitments tied to this type of property investment that need to … [read more]
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October 15th, 2024
As we transition into the busy fall real estate market, the importance of staying informed about key policy updates that could impact the housing landscape is top of mind. Over … [read more]
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October 9th, 2024
With the recent announcement of mortgage reforms and their impacts on pre-construction purchases, now is a good time to consider the benefits of investing in pre-construction properties. Beginning December 15, … [read more]
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October 8th, 2024
On Thursday, Canada Housing and Mortgage Corporation (CMHC) published its bi-annual housing supply report, which focuses on new housing construction trends in Montréal, Ottawa, Toronto, Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver. CMHC … [read more]
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October 7th, 2024
Condo living in 2024 is about more than just space; it’s about the carefully curated amenities that turn buildings into communities. Gone are the days of a gym, party room, … [read more]
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October 7th, 2024
Driving along the Fraser River toward New Westminster, one can see massive concrete columns rising from the waters below. A marvel of engineering, the BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure’s … [read more]
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October 3rd, 2024
The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says construction of new homes in Canada’s six largest cities rose 4% year-over-year during the first half of 2024, but housing starts were still … [read more]
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October 2nd, 2024
September 2024 Real Estate Market Insights Welcome to the September 2024 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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October 1st, 2024
Today, sustainable urban development is a key focus in the field of urban planning. At the heart of this movement are subdivision site layouts, which are not just visual representations … [read more]
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September 23rd, 2024
“Developers are facing continued challenges in reaching presale construction financing and bringing new housing to market. Market conditions are in Buyer’s Market territory across most asset classes and price discovery … [read more]
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September 5th, 2024
Pre-construction investments offer investors unique opportunities for significant returns, but they also come with their own set of risks and considerations. Pre-Construction Investments Pre-construction investments involve purchasing property before it … [read more]
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August 27th, 2024
Despite the fact that residential construction remains firmly under the thumb of higher interest rates, the annual pace of Canadian housing starts shot up unexpectedly by 16% in June, according … [read more]
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August 26th, 2024
August 2024 Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Insights Welcome to the August 2024 Fraser Valley Presale Pulse episode, a real estate show brought to you by hosts Suzana Goncalves and … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2024
When considering real estate investments, it’s crucial to compare different property types to determine which strategy aligns best with your goals and risk tolerance. Two popular niches in the Canadian … [read more]
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August 22nd, 2024
We recently published this year’s MLA Black Book, a biannual analysis of the presale real estate market in the Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley regions. Compiled by our Advisory team, … [read more]
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