July 16th, 2025
Market cap compression in real estate impacts every investor’s bottom line, but many don’t fully understand this critical concept. When property values and rental rates fall out of their typical … [read more]
July 16th, 2025
After years of low interest rates and frenzied demand from investors and buyers, condo sales are treading water in Canada’s largest metros. In Toronto and Vancouver, condo sales plummeted 75% … [read more]
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July 16th, 2025
Canada’s housing market in the first half of 2025 has shown two clear patterns: In the country’s priciest cities, Toronto and Vancouver, buyers are moving more slowly. In contrast, many … [read more]
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July 15th, 2025
Sustainability is increasing in importance to Canadian homeowners, leading to energy efficiency becoming a key consideration for renovation decisions. Between 24% and 33% of mortgage consumers indicate making their homes … [read more]
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July 15th, 2025
While optimism is building in some parts of Canada for a rebound in the real estate market, condominium dwellers wanting to move up to a larger space face tough choices … [read more]
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July 15th, 2025
After a difficult few years, office transactions are now leading the commercial market upward in the first quarter of 2025, more than doubling from the previous quarter. These transactions are … [read more]
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July 14th, 2025
Have you ever walked into a home and thought, “Wow, this feels stuck in the past”? That “past” might just be the design trends from 10 years ago. In 2014 … [read more]
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July 14th, 2025
Buying or selling a home is one of life’s biggest financial decisions, and choosing the right real estate professional can make all the difference. A skilled real estate agent will … [read more]
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July 14th, 2025
Vancouver, BC – July 14, 2025. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that 7,162 residential unit sales were recorded in Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) Systems in June 2025, … [read more]
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July 12th, 2025
Heat waves are sweeping across the country this summer, wreaking havoc on just about everything under the sun, causing heatstroke, wildfires, drought, and overall devastating impacts. While it’s important to … [read more]
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July 9th, 2025
If you’re looking for a good way to add personality to your patio, balcony or garden, a water feature may be the solution for you. With a little creativity and … [read more]
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July 9th, 2025
Combining residential and commercial spaces into mixed-use developments has emerged as a compelling approach in urban planning, real estate investment, and the revitalization of underutilized areas. These projects integrate living, … [read more]
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July 9th, 2025
A tale of two condo markets continues to unfold in Toronto and Vancouver, with the former seeing steeper price declines. Brendon Ogmundson, chief economist with the BC Real Estate Association, … [read more]
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July 8th, 2025
The Fraser Valley residential real estate market, centred around key cities such as Surrey, Langley, and Abbotsford, experienced a modest positive shift in May, according to the Fraser Valley Real … [read more]
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July 8th, 2025
Homeownership in Canada is now the most affordable it has been since 2022, according to a new report from Robert Hogue, assistant chief economist at RBC. The bank’s aggregate affordability … [read more]
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July 8th, 2025
Vancouver’s commercial real estate market is entering the second half of the year with renewed confidence and resilience, according to a new survey by Avison Young (Canada) Inc. An internal … [read more]
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July 7th, 2025
Urban housing design is undergoing a significant transformation driven by evolving environmental imperatives, technological advancements, and shifting social expectations. As cities contend with rising populations and climate challenges, new development … [read more]
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July 7th, 2025
Summer is one of the hottest seasons, literally and figuratively, for home sales. With longer days and buyers actively searching before fall, it’s the perfect time to shine. But in … [read more]
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July 7th, 2025
SURREY, BC – Economic uncertainty continued to be the main driver in buying decisions as home sales in the Fraser Valley remain mostly unchanged, despite abundant inventory and lower prices. … [read more]
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July 5th, 2025
Warmer weather and longer days are the perfect inspiration to refresh your landscaping at home. With rising temperatures and increasing water restrictions in many regions, it’s more important than ever … [read more]
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July 4th, 2025
There’s a new self-care ritual taking over social media, and it’s called the everything shower. Think exfoliating scrubs, deep conditioning masks, face treatments, a clean shave, and a relaxing rinse … [read more]
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July 4th, 2025
Fitch Ratings has sharply downgraded its outlook for Canada’s housing market, citing a weakening economic environment and expectations for a softer job market. In its mid-year global housing market update, … [read more]
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