December 8th, 2020
Uncertainty is a dominant theme going into 2021, according to a new report from PwC, but there are some sure bets. According to PwC’s Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2021 … [read more]
December 8th, 2020
Home construction across British Columbia slowed down for the second straight month in October, with builder activity resembling 2020’s low point in April. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) … [read more]
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December 7th, 2020
Today, most homeowners still acquire properties through a mortgage loan. Studies show that over three-quarters of home purchase applications are approved. That leaves around 25% faulty and erroneous ones. The … [read more]
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December 7th, 2020
Whether you’re in the market for a good home or are interested in selling, this year has shown an insanely high demand for new homes across the country. If you … [read more]
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December 7th, 2020
Downtown condo markets in Canada’s biggest cities are in for a tough final stretch of 2020 and there’s little reason to believe that fortunes will shift quickly in early 2021. … [read more]
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December 5th, 2020
The BCREA Commercial Leading Indicator (CLI) rebounded in the third quarter of 2020 from 122.3 to 136.9, representing the first increase after four consecutive quarterly declines. It was the largest … [read more]
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December 5th, 2020
Has your garage been left abandoned and unloved for far too long? You’re not alone. A home organization study from Moen found that the garage was the most cluttered space … [read more]
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December 4th, 2020
All of us invest in something. Technically, investing means expanding your money, time, and effort on something with an expectation of a profit, return, or benefit. It depends on what … [read more]
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December 4th, 2020
The biggest risk to Canada’s housing market in the near-term is new lockdowns in big cities that have seen COVID-19 infections surge in recent weeks. According to an economist with … [read more]
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December 4th, 2020
SURREY, BC – For the fifth consecutive month, demand for real estate in the Fraser Valley showed no signs of waning. Overall property sales for the month of November again … [read more]
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December 3rd, 2020
When it’s time to have your home appraised, you want to be sure that it looks its absolute best. That’s because a good appearance is more likely to result in … [read more]
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December 3rd, 2020
Just Sold – 4708 Joyce St Vancouver A rare opportunity to acquire a well-maintained Church property situated on a view corner lot consists of 3 legal parcels in a quiet … [read more]
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December 3rd, 2020
Surging condominium corporation deductibles in Alberta and British Columbia caused condo insurance premiums to rise by 16% last quarter from Q3-2019, according to a new report. “This is due to … [read more]
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December 2nd, 2020
A Congratulations on deciding to sell your home! Whether you’re upgrading, moving to a new area, or simply finding a place that better suits your needs, moving can be a … [read more]
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December 2nd, 2020
A widely watched Canadian home price index just posted its highest gain seen for the month of October in 22 years. The Teranet-National Bank Home Price Index rose 1.3 percent … [read more]
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December 2nd, 2020
Housing demand in Metro Vancouver* continues to outpace historical averages with November sales eclipsing 3,000 for the first time since 2015. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports … [read more]
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December 1st, 2020
As you prepare to sell a home, you should pay attention to its appearance. No matter how great a house is, buyers will not come away with a favorable impression … [read more]
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December 1st, 2020
Vancouver has long been Canada’s most expensive real estate market, which can make flipping homes a tricky endeavour. In a city where the benchmark price of a detached house increased … [read more]
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December 1st, 2020
With about 4 weeks left until 2021, it’s safe to say that this year was unlike any other for Canada’s housing market. As we look ahead to the new year, … [read more]
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November 30th, 2020
When it comes to real estate investing, do not become emotionally involved in a deal. You should have a checklist to make sure you’ve thoroughly gone through all contingencies and … [read more]
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November 30th, 2020
Taking the plunge into homeownership can be scary, but is often a great choice. When interest rates are low, you may find homes are more affordable than you expected. Depending … [read more]
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November 30th, 2020
Buyers are still active in the Vancouver housing market in November despite surging COVID-19 cases and new guidance from the region’s real estate board cautioning against conducting open houses. As … [read more]
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