April 13th, 2020
It’s become a common refrain in Canadian housing market reports published over the last two weeks : The national market, along with many of the local markets that comprise it, … [read more]
April 12th, 2020
Spring is in the air. In warmer climates such as Texas, this means colorful flowers will soon start blooming and the outdoor temperature will inevitably rise. While air conditioning can … [read more]
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April 12th, 2020
Just a few short weeks ago, “spring cleaning” meant taking advantage of the longer days to dust off your home and make it nice and shiny for the warmer months. … [read more]
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April 12th, 2020
One of the first things that people notice about a home is its front lawn, which adds to a property’s curb appeal. A well-kept yard with tasteful design elements can … [read more]
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April 11th, 2020
Building a dream home from the ground up is one of the most exciting things that you can do, but you need to be sure you’re investing your money in … [read more]
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April 11th, 2020
These are strange times with the coronavirus but spring cleaning is an annual American tradition. Besides cleaning the windows to let the spring sunshine in, think about cleaning out unused … [read more]
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April 11th, 2020
Staying at home doesn’t mean you have to stay inside. With spring popping up all over, and some extra time on your hands, now is the perfect time to give … [read more]
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April 10th, 2020
Being a real estate agent is a popular way to make a living for a number of different reasons. You get to set your own hours, be your own boss … [read more]
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April 10th, 2020
It’ll likely sell a lot faster if you made some simple, but effective updates. That doesn’t mean filling every available wall with framed art and every flat surface with knickknacks. … [read more]
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April 10th, 2020
With the Bank of Canada dropping its overnight rate by a full percentage point this month in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it would seem to be a great time … [read more]
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April 9th, 2020
You, as a homeowner, have a lot to juggle when it comes to your property. From the roof to the walls to the very floor, there is a lot to … [read more]
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April 9th, 2020
Interest-rate drops usually fuel housing sales, but this time they will be more than offset by the “unprecedented paralysis of economic and social activity” during the COVID-19 pandemic, causing BC … [read more]
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April 9th, 2020
The impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the housing market of British Columbia remains uncertain, but analysis of possible scenarios paints a need for a lower qualifying rate for home … [read more]
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April 8th, 2020
As a realtor, you know and understand the excitement that homeowners experience when selling their homes. For lots of people, whether it’s a single or multi-family home, selling their home … [read more]
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April 8th, 2020
Homebuyers were coming in hot in February across many of Canada’s major markets. Toronto and Vancouver appeared to be set up for particularly strong spring seasons, with the former ramping … [read more]
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April 8th, 2020
February ushered in another month of extremely strong annual sales and price growth for the Canadian housing market, as the supply of homes improved in some major cities. Home transactions … [read more]
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April 7th, 2020
Being denied a mortgage loan can seem to shatter your dreams of home ownership. But arming yourself with knowledge before sitting down with a lender can improve your chances of … [read more]
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April 7th, 2020
The investor demand for multi-family homes in Metro Vancouver appears to have surged after the recent lending-rate cuts, according to Western Investor. The sudden interest in apartment buildings came amid … [read more]
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April 7th, 2020
Home Resale Market was Gaining Momentum Prior to Covid-19 At the national level, resale home prices were gaining momentum in February. The 0.4% monthly gain in the Composite index was … [read more]
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April 6th, 2020
Although blind luck can sometimes play a part in helping a home sell quickly, most of the time it is the result of hard work and a well-developed plan. Since … [read more]
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April 6th, 2020
The spring market in Canada’s major housing pockets would likely be dampened by the coronavirus outbreak, according to market watchers. The potential lockdowns in some cities across the country and … [read more]
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April 6th, 2020
The latest BCREA Market Intelligence Report: Sketching Out the Potential Impact of COVID-19 on the BC Housing Market explores the potential impacts of COVID-19 on BC home sales and prices … [read more]
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