October 7th, 2026
Real estate investment offers the potential to build wealth over time, but it requires careful planning and a solid understanding of how the market works. Many people enter the world … [read more]
October 7th, 2026
Home buying became marginally less strenuous for Canadians in August, with softening prices reducing the income required to qualify for a mortgage in 10 of 13 major markets – but … [read more]
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October 7th, 2026
SURREY, BC – Fraser Valley home buyers remained cautious despite continued weakening prices, as September sales failed to keep pace with the seasonal rise in new listings. The Fraser Valley … [read more]
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October 6th, 2026
Updating the flooring in your home is one of the most rewarding and effective investments you can make. Fresh floors bring visual appeal to a room, enhance comfort, ensure long … [read more]
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October 6th, 2026
Introduction I’m very happy to be giving this speech in Victoria today. This city is home to me. I spend most of my time in Ottawa now, but Victoria has … [read more]
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October 6th, 2026
Canada’s housing market hit pause in August after five consecutive months of gains with resales declining 0.7% month-over-month seasonally adjusted—retreating to levels in May. The pullback coincided with an escalation … [read more]
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October 5th, 2026
A home inspection is supposed to give you peace of mind. But what happens when it does the opposite? If a home fails inspection before closing, you do not automatically … [read more]
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October 5th, 2026
Canadian home prices slid to their weakest level in more than three years in August, extending a correction that has now erased 4.2% of value from the national market’s peak … [read more]
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October 5th, 2026
Home sales registered on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver declined 8.4% relative to September last year, weighed down by the apartment segment. The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reports that residential … [read more]
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October 3rd, 2026
It’s no secret that curb appeal sells. According to the National Association of Realtors, over 84% of home buyers are willing to spend more on a home with excellent curb … [read more]
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October 2nd, 2026
Don’t wait until the leaves are already on the ground to get started on repairing exterior home problems. From the driveway to the roof, there are many aspects of your … [read more]
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October 2nd, 2026
Canada’s national home values fell 3% year over year in August, according to the RPS-Wahi House Price Index. Deepening condo correction extended well beyond southern Ontario and British Columbia into … [read more]
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October 2nd, 2026
September 2026 Real Estate Market Insights Hosts Brittany Reimer, Alan He, and Ashley Judd return for the September episode of The Pulse, breaking down the latest trends shaping Greater Vancouver … [read more]
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October 1st, 2026
Canada’s housing starts continued to trend lower in August, even as the monthly pace of new construction remained essentially unchanged. Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) said the six-month trend … [read more]
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October 1st, 2026
The Bank of Canada held its benchmark interest rate at 2.25% on Sept. 2 for the seventh consecutive time, but governing council minutes released Wednesday make clear that policymakers are … [read more]
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October 1st, 2026
The Lower Mainland housing market showed signs of life at the end of the summer, but the transition to fall remains subdued. The latest MLS data for the region spanning … [read more]
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September 29th, 2026
There are a total of 6 condos for sale as of September 29th, 2026 in The MET & MET2 by Concord Pacific, 6538 & 6588 Nelson Ave in Burnaby Metrotown … [read more]
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September 29th, 2026
There are a total of 6 condos for sale as of September 29th, 2026 in Metortown Chancellor by Polygon Home, 4880 Bennett St in Burnaby South area. The smallest condo … [read more]
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September 29th, 2026
There are a total of 21 condos & 2 townhouses for sale as of September 29th, 2026 in The Windsor Gate by Polygon Home in New Horizons Coquitlam area. The … [read more]
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September 29th, 2026
There are a total of 9 houses for sale as of September 29, 2026 in New Horizons & Hockaday Coquitlam. There are 4 new listings for houses for sale in … [read more]
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September 29th, 2026
There are a total of 71 houses for sale as of September 29, 2026 in Westwood Plateau Coquitlam. There are 22 new listings for houses for sale in Westwood Plateau … [read more]
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September 28th, 2026
There are a total of 314 condos for sale as of September 28, 2026 in Burnaby Metrotown area. There are 78 new listings for condos for sale in Burnaby Metrotown … [read more]
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