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  1. Governments “hypocritical’ over household debt says Fraser Institute

    Steve RandallCanadian Real Estate Wealth The high levels of Canadian household debt should not be viewed in isolation a new report from the Fraser Institute says. While household debt has risen to $2 trillion, far above the $357 billion of 1990; household net worth has increased to $10.3 trillion, up from $2.2 trillion in 1990. […]

  2. Suite of housing measures cooling market largely as expected – Morneau

    Andy BlatchfordCanadian Real Estate Wealth The federal finance minister says steps taken to tame Canada’s hottest housing markets have already helped slow down a sector he believes was moving at an unsustainable clip. Bill Morneau’s comments Tuesday follow this week’s release of data showing Canada’s home sales for June posted their biggest monthly plunge in […]

  3. Market in the midst of soft landing: Big bank

    Justin da RosaCanadian Real Estate Wealth Canada’s market may be in the midst of a soft landing, and the foreign buyer tax is having an impact, according to recently released stats. “The Canadian housing market is now in its third month of what is expected to be a soft landing. The weakness was triggered by […]

  4. Is offshore investing legal?

    John Turley other The first thing that comes to mind when the topic of offshore investing comes up is someone sneaking around a small Caribbean island wearing sunglasses, a Hawaiian shirt, and Bermuda shorts while holding a briefcase stuffed full of money. This beach attired person’s intention is, of course, to hide assets from the […]

  5. Proposed 57-storey West End tower headed to public hearing

    Proposed West End tower headed to public hearing Dan Fumano The Province On the agenda this week at Vancouver city hall is a major development proposal which sees a church and a local developer partnering to build what would be one of the city’s tallest buildings. A proposed 57-storey skyscraper, at Burrard and Nelson on […]

  6. Victoria strengthening into one of B.C.?s most competitive markets

    Ephraim VecinaCanadian Real Estate Wealth The latest report from Royal LePage revealed a continuation of the trend of home price growth in Victoria, which is showing clearer signs of becoming one of the most desirable markets in British Columbia. The Royal LePage House Price Survey and Market Survey Forecast found that the aggregate price of […]

  7. Eaglehurst Homes in North Saanich 99 three and four bedroom homes by Eaglehurst Developments

    Eaglehurst Homes in North Saanich offers energy-efficient and spacious residences Laura GoldsteinThe Vancouver Sun Eaglehurst Homes Project Location: north Saanich Project Size/Scope: 99 three- and four-bedroom homes built over 14 acres in five phases. Phase 2 is already under construction. Prices: $769,900 to $1,199,900; from 2,046 to 3,423 square feet Developer: Eaglehurst Developments Ltd. Builder: […]

  8. McKinnon 6333 West Boulevard Vancouver 4-storey mid-rise with 40 homes by Cressy

    McKinnon?s apartments provide access to private roof decks with options for hot tubs, kitchens Rebecca KeillorThe Vancouver Sun With summer now truly upon us, there is no better place to be than at home relaxing on your patio, terrace or deck. The Sun caught up with a local developer, interior designer and decking expert to […]

  9. Edgewood Gate 2113 166 Street Surrey 96 four and five bedroom single family homes by Foxridge Homes

    Edgewood Gate proving to resonate with ‘move-up buyers’ Simon BraultThe Vancouver Sun Edgewood Gate Project location: 2113 166 Street Project size: 96 four- and five-bedroom single family homes. Homes start at 2,360 square feet and prices start at $1.1 million. Developer: Foxridge Homes Interior designer: First Impression Design Hours: noon — 5 p.m., daily Telephone: […]

  10. Controversial 105 Keefer Chinatown development re-submitted to council

    Disputed Chinatown development plan resubmitted to council Stephanie Ip/Scott BrownThe Vancouver Sun A controversial development in Chinatown that had divided the community will be put forward to the city of Vancouver once again in what’s believed to be the fifth attempt to get the project underway. In a statement released Friday, Beedie Living announced it […]