March 18th, 2025
People no longer wait to buy before they move. Many test-drive a new location first. This approach, known as house hunting in reverse, flips the traditional home-buying process. Instead of … [read more]
March 18th, 2025
With US tariffs sowing economic uncertainty, the Bank of Canada cut its key interest rate by 25 basis points to 2.75% today in its seventh consecutive cut. Experts are anticipating … [read more]
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March 18th, 2025
British Columbia’s real estate market in Q4 2024 exhibited varied trends across residential, industrial, and office sectors. Residential sales and prices showed notable increases, while industrial and office markets experienced … [read more]
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March 17th, 2025
Safety is a top priority when choosing a place to call home. Whether you’re a single homeowner, raising a family, or simply looking for peace of mind, understanding property crime … [read more]
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March 17th, 2025
The Bank of Canada announced the second rate cut of 2025 today, bringing the overnight lending rate down by 25 basis points to 2.75%. This was a highly anticipated move … [read more]
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March 17th, 2025
Ottawa, ON March 17, 2025 – Canadian home sales fell sharply from January to February, as home buyers remained on the sidelines in the first full month of the ongoing … [read more]
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March 15th, 2025
Gardening is one of the most rewarding hobbies you can take up. There’s something magical about watching a small seed grow into a lush plant or even a beautiful tree. … [read more]
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March 12th, 2025
As the days get longer and the chill of winter starts to fade, it’s the perfect time to start thinking about getting your home ready for the warmer months ahead. … [read more]
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March 12th, 2025
The Bank of Canada announced the second rate cut of 2025 today, bringing the overnight lending rate down by 25 basis points to 2.75%. This was a highly anticipated move … [read more]
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March 12th, 2025
Vancouver, BC – March 11, 2025. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that 4,947 residential unit sales were recorded in Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) Systems in February 2025, … [read more]
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March 11th, 2025
When it comes to making your home feel inviting and spacious, nothing transforms a room quite like natural light. A brighter home not only creates a positive atmosphere but also … [read more]
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March 11th, 2025
A section of the Assessment Act that allows longtime homeowners to pay below-market property tax if their neighbourhood evolves is coming under scrutiny as the province pushes for greater housing … [read more]
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March 11th, 2025
Industrial vacancy in Greater Vancouver hit 2.6% in late 2024, its highest level in a decade. Still, the region’s vacancy rate is below that of Canada (3.1%) and Toronto (3.1%), … [read more]
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March 10th, 2025
When you’re thinking about selling your home, one of the key decisions you’ll face is whether or not to invest in renovations before listing it. This can be a tricky … [read more]
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March 10th, 2025
Spring is here, and for many potential homebuyers, it’s the perfect season to make their dream of owning a home a reality. With the flowers blooming and the weather warming … [read more]
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March 10th, 2025
In this episode, Marko Gelo and Andrew Way (of Oakwyn Realty) discuss Vancouver Real Estate and other surrounding factors that are influencing it. Here’s a summary of the discussion : … [read more]
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March 8th, 2025
Even the smallest of outdoor spaces can be transformed into welcoming, functional outdoor retreats with these easy spruce ups. 1. Clean and Declutter Start by giving everything some TLC. Sweep … [read more]
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March 7th, 2025
Dirty kitchens, also known as back kitchens, are the latest kitchen trend for keeping functionality and aesthetics in mind. At first glance, the idea of a kitchen that’s intentionally messy … [read more]
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March 7th, 2025
Embarking on a home improvement project can be both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re updating a room, adding a new feature, or renovating your entire home, proper planning is key … [read more]
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March 7th, 2025
SURREY, BC – For the first time in four months, home sales in the Fraser Valley have increased as buyers capitalize on more selection and weakening prices. The Fraser Valley … [read more]
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March 6th, 2025
If you are in the process of renovating your house before putting it on the market, you have definitely heard that renovations with the highest return on investments are in … [read more]
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March 6th, 2025
In today’s shifting economic and political landscape, investors are understandably cautious, given concerns about trade tensions, proposed tariffs, evolving monetary policies, and increases in supply. However, these challenges are paired … [read more]
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