February 3rd, 2023
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the real estate market boomed and experienced a huge surge in transactions. With a limited supply but an intense demand for rental properties, not only were … [read more]
February 2nd, 2023
Renting an apartment can be stressful, especially if it’s your first time. There are so many factors to consider, from location and price to amenities and safety. It can be … [read more]
February 1st, 2023
You’ve scrimped and saved enough for the minimum 5% down payment on your first home – congratulations! As you’re getting ready to pop open the champagne, a thought crosses your … [read more]
February 1st, 2023
Your home is typically the most significant investment you’ll ever make, so when it’s time to sell, you want to ensure you get as much as possible. But how do … [read more]
January 31st, 2023
A shortage of space in Metro Vancouver, especially large-bay space, remains the top issue for the industrial real estate market going into 2023, according to a market report from Colliers. … [read more]
January 25th, 2023
Purchasing a home in Vancouver is a dream for many. But it’s important to know all the costs that come with the purchase before signing on the dotted line. From … [read more]
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January 24th, 2023
In this age of seemingly soaring interest rates, first-time homebuyers are uniquely disadvantaged. While everyone is feeling the pinch of recent announcements from the Bank of Canada if first-time home … [read more]
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January 23rd, 2023
Buying a house in cash is an attractive option for many potential homebuyers, but it isn’t the right choice for everyone. Before you decide whether or not to pay for … [read more]
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January 23rd, 2023
The federal government adopted new housing policies and actions that are already in effect or will be in 2023 in an effort to alleviate Canada’s current housing crisis. Here’s what … [read more]
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January 18th, 2023
2022 was a financial whirlwind, with record-breaking gas prices, rising inflation rates, and overall high living costs. A recent Point2Homes survey reports that Canadian homeowners spend 24% of their income … [read more]
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January 17th, 2023
Whether on television, at an open house or on the pages of a magazine, we’ve all seen stunningly outfitted estates that deliver a true wow factor – and listing price … [read more]
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January 17th, 2023
Selling a house as-is means selling the property without making any repairs or improvements. With all its flaws, the buyer takes the property and is responsible for any repairs or … [read more]
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January 16th, 2023
The New Year is well underway. As time marches on, the real estate industry – as always – continues to adapt and change to new paradigms. As ever, real estate … [read more]
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January 11th, 2023
If you’re in the market for real estate, it’s essential to know what to look for when it comes to contracts. After all, these legal documents are binding and can … [read more]
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January 11th, 2023
Greater Vancouver’s housing market added a surprise twist to a year of plot changes as sales in December surpassed the total number of new listings, in some communities running at … [read more]
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January 10th, 2023
As the province looks to increase supply in 2023 to meet housing and immigration targets, there are industry concerns that construction costs, high interest rates and government programs that no … [read more]
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January 9th, 2023
When you’re looking for a new home, the absolute best asset to have is a real estate agent that you can trust. After all, this person will be helping you … [read more]
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January 4th, 2023
Experts advise giving at least 1% to 3% more than the asking price to win a bidding war in a competitive market. However, there may be less competition for today’s … [read more]
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January 4th, 2023
Amid BC’s coldest housing market in years, where it now takes weeks for the average home to sell, the province has brought in a cooling-off period for home buyers. The … [read more]
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December 29th, 2022
Finding out exactly what your home is worth can be a tough pill to swallow. Your house is likely filled with priceless memories and before an appraiser nitpicks every last … [read more]
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December 29th, 2022
You might be wondering what the assessed value of your home is, but what about the appraised value? Though you might think that these are the same, this isn’t the … [read more]
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December 28th, 2022
It takes a lot to successfully sell a property. And by successfully, it doesn’t mean to sell it, but to sell it at a good price. That requires much work … [read more]
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