August 24th, 2018
Foreign Buyers Disappear The latest property transfer data from the BC Ministry of Finance, released at the end of July, indicates that foreign buyers have all but disappeared from the … [read more]
August 24th, 2018
Stricter mortgage qualification rules that came into effect at the start of the year continued to take a bite out of home sales activity in BC for a seventh straight … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2018
For many people, a house is the biggest investment they’ll ever make. And whether you’re a first-time homeowner or you’re buying your third property, you’re bound to end up covering … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2018
Selling a home can be very lucrative, but you need to make sure that you don’t make any major mistakes. Many first-time sellers hit roadblocks that end up costing them … [read more]
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August 23rd, 2018
A major Canadian housing price index continued to rise in July, but one economist warns that the jump in prices isn’t necessarily a good sign for the market. The Teranet-National … [read more]
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August 22nd, 2018
Back in the days before the internet — or even color television — scientists, engineers, and even artists all predicted the home of the future would be the pinnacle of … [read more]
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August 22nd, 2018
To get that hotel vibe, focus on these areas of your home. When it comes time to sell your home, you need to keep one thing in mind : buyers … [read more]
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August 22nd, 2018
Canadian home sales were up for the second consecutive month in July, prompting industry watchers to wonder if the market had finally adjusted to the effects of various government policies. … [read more]
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August 21st, 2018
When you think about selling your home, it’s only natural to think of the profit you will hopefully be making. This money can then be used as a down payment … [read more]
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August 21st, 2018
There should be no surprise which city in British Columbia ranked dead last in affordability for single-person households. A new report by Zoocasa, a Toronto-based real estate brokerage firm, found … [read more]
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August 21st, 2018
Canadian home construction has been on a roll this year, with a massive 246,000 seasonally adjusted housing starts in June, and 206,300 in July. According to one economist, it’s the … [read more]
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August 20th, 2018
Congratulations — you’ve finally found a house that you love, and your offer has been accepted. Now what? The next step in home buying is doing your inspections. While this … [read more]
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August 20th, 2018
Canada’s major cities are set to see a surge of immigration in the coming years. And according to one economist, it’s likely to put an upward pressure on home prices. … [read more]
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August 20th, 2018
During the first half of 2018, Canada’s housing market was slow-moving, as new mortgage regulations combined with rising interest rates dampened activity. However, Canadian real estate firm Royal LePage predicts … [read more]
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August 20th, 2018
Vancouver, BC – August 20, 2018. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) released its 2018 Third Quarter Housing Forecast Update today. Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) residential sales in the … [read more]
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August 19th, 2018
If you’re looking to build your own home, get ready for a busy few months or years. Self-building can be stressful, but it can also be rewarding. Many people are … [read more]
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August 19th, 2018
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August 19th, 2018
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August 19th, 2018
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August 19th, 2018
Prime property price growth in key cities around the world is falling, up just 2.6% in the 12 months to June 2018, the weakest annual rise since the first quarter … [read more]
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August 19th, 2018
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August 18th, 2018
Read about the three simple bathroom upgrades that have a positive impact on your wallet and the world. Between the toilet, shower, and sink, your bathroom accounts for nearly 60% … [read more]
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