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  1. Strata looks for guidance over federal election signs

    Political signs must be allowed Tony GioventuTimes Colonist Dear Tony: With the federal election in the fall, our strata council, which manages more than 500 units, is discussing a plan to manage political signs and requests from candidates who want to address owners and residents. During the last provincial election, our building hosted a successful […]

  2. Kira 116 one, two and three bedroom homes in a six-storey wood frame building at 750 Dogwood Street Coquitlam by Woodbridge Homes

    Kira condos boast clean, modern interiors and proximity to public transit Michael BernardThe Province Kira What: 116 one-, two- and three-bedroom homes in a six-storey wood-frame building Where: 750 Dogwood St., Coquitlam Residence size: 531 sq. ft. to 1,108 sq. ft. Developer: Woodbridge Homes Sales centre: 104 – 552 Clark Rd., Coquitlam Hours: noon — […]

  3. Metro renters pummelled by demovictions and gentrification

    We’re told rental is the future Douglas Todd The Vancouver Sun Semi-retired UBC geographer David Ley in Kerrisdale, where purpose-built rental units, small stores and co-ops in his neighbourhood are being demolished to build expensive condominiums. Jason Payne / PNG Construction workers walk by a building under construction on West Boulevard. Many purpose-built rental units […]

  4. Stress test responsible for $8b decline in low-rise construction in 2019

    B-20 responsible for low-rise construction down-turn Neil SharmaREP According to a study commissioned by Mortgage Professionals Canada, B-20 will be responsible for $8 billion worth of low-rise construction not occurring by year’s end. The study, authored by Will Dunning, a respected housing economist, there was an 8% drop in new home construction investment through Q1-2019 […]

  5. CRA identifies over $1b in tax evasion since 2015

    The Canada Revenue Agency has identified over a $1 billion in unpaid gross taxes in the real estate Neil SharmaMortgage Broker News The Canada Revenue Agency has identified over a $1 billion in unpaid gross taxes in the real estate sector since 2015 and has doled out over $100 million in penalties. “Last year, the […]

  6. 6 Apps that make home buying a smooth and convenient experience

    The most useful apps and tools out there for prospective home buyers REW So you’re ready to buy a new home. But as everyone knows, it’s not a simple process. There are a lot of moving pieces, including staying on top of your finances and finding the right kind of home and neighbourhood for you […]

  7. ‘Marshmallow soft’ B.C. home sales to fall 11 per cent, prices to keep sliding: forecast

    Median residential resale price won’t see uptick until 2021 at the earliest, predicts Central 1 economist Joannah ConnollyWestern Investor Home sales across the province will remain “marshmallow soft” through the rest of the year, according to a forecast published May 28 by Central 1 Credit Union. 2019 will see a total year-over-year sales decline of […]

  8. New website informs buyers of homes’ last sold price

    Website gives details of last sold price of houses and condos Steve RandallThe Vancouver Sun A new website has launched in Canada which aims to give homebuyers greater information about their potential new home. HonestDoor.com claims a Canadian first in giving details of the last sold price of all houses and condos. It is initially […]

  9. Bank of Canada Interest Rate Announcement

    BCREABCREA The Bank of Canada left its target for the overnight rate unchanged at 1.75 per cent this morning. In the statement accompanying the decision, the Bank noted that the slowdown over the past two quarters was temporary and growth should pick up beginning in the second quarter of 2019. On inflation, the Bank expects […]

  10. Mixed-use developments in Metro Vancouver are ripe for investment

    Urban enclaves near transit a good investment Ephraim VecinaREP Large-scale developments in Metro Vancouver offer multiple opportunities across a diverse range of asset classes, according to Avison Young’s latest market analysis. In particular, mixed-use developments – also known as “urban enclaves” – situated near rapid transit lines and other public transport routes have proven quite […]