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]
May 7th, 2025
SURREY, BC – Home buyers in the Fraser Valley are enjoying a selection of homes for sale not seen in more than a decade. The growing inventory of more than … [read more]
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May 6th, 2025
Secondary Suites – self‑contained living units within a home – are growing in popularity as an affordable, gentle‑density option across Canadian communities. They can be an excellent way to generate … [read more]
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May 6th, 2025
Co-buying a home is gaining popularity as a creative path to homeownership, as sky-high real estate prices in cities like Toronto and Vancouver make it increasingly difficult for individuals to … [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
The market continues to shift, but the question remains: which makes more sense for your future: staying put or starting over? The choice between remodeling and moving becomes more than … [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 5th, 2025
The slowdown in home sales registered on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Metro Vancouver that began early this year continued in April, with sales down nearly 24% year-over-year. The … [read more]
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May 3rd, 2025
Spring isn’t just the season of blooming flowers and warmer weather—it’s also the peak season for selling homes. And in a competitive spring market, a spotless, well-prepped home can be … [read more]
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May 2nd, 2025
Investing in a recreational property, like a vacation home or a cottage, can offer the potential for rental income as well as provide a personal getaway location when it is … [read more]
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May 2nd, 2025
Following a bumpy few years, some apartment investors see glimmers of hope in Metro Vancouver. “Overall, the roller-coaster continues, but I would say that we’re in a much better place … [read more]
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May 2nd, 2025
Vancouver, BC – April 30, 2025. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) released its 2025 Second Quarter Housing Forecast today. Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) residential sales in BC are … [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
As homebuyers navigate an uncertain real estate market, NerdWallet Canada’s latest Down Payment Monitor reveals the stark differences in down payment requirements across the country, underscoring the challenges faced by … [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 30th, 2025
The Residential Renovation Price Index (RRPI) tracks changes in the costs of common home renovation projects over time. It offers insight into how fluctuations in material and labour costs may … [read more]
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April 30th, 2025
Canada’s trade woes and federal election are weighing on Vancouver’s spring housing market, according to brokerage Royal LePage. “We were expecting a pretty robust spring market for 2025 and it’s … [read more]
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April 30th, 2025
The Teranet-National Bank composite index fell 0.4% from February to March, marking a third consecutive monthly decline and a sharper contraction than in previous months. This comes at a time … [read more]
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April 29th, 2025
Vacation homes can serve dual purposes : they can be your personal retreat and also an income-generating asset. Whether your primary interest is in achieving a strong return on investment … [read more]
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April 29th, 2025
Canada’s housing market cooled in March as national home sales declined by 4.8% month-over-month, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). The drop marks a shift from February’s activity, … [read more]
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April 29th, 2025
Ongoing trade war fears have effectively stalled what should have been a robust spring housing market, as sales chill and a slog of new inventory builds up. March national home … [read more]
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April 28th, 2025
Rental properties need to strike the perfect balance when decorating or renovating. They must blend modern design innovations with enduring aesthetics to avoid succumbing to fleeting trends. Landlords can attract … [read more]
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