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  1. Population growth continues to drive Canadian condo market activity

    There is a demand for lower-cost housing in Vancouver Ephraim VecinaREP Steady demand for lower-cost housing in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal has impelled much-intensified condo market activity this fall, if the latest figures from these cities’ real estate boards are any indication. A significant factor in this acceleration is the country’s population growth. Statistics Canada […]

  2. Vancouver housing market easing towards more balanced conditions

    Increased supply and more demand is moving the Vancouver market to normal levels Ephraim VecinaCanadian Real Estate Wealth With much-boosted supply offsetting intensified demand, Vancouver’s housing market is steadily moving towards better balance, according to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. A total of 4,866 homes were newly listed in September, amounting to a […]

  3. Canada’s condo markets intensify, outstripping the rest of NA

    Vancouver condo market showing increase sales Ephraim VecinaMortgage Broker News Condo markets in Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal have accelerated significantly this fall, especially when compared to other major cities south of the border. Last month alone, benchmark prices in Toronto went up by 5.2% annually to $805,500. This was only about $10,000 below the record […]

  4. Vancouver housing sales accelerate in September

    Vancouver home sales had a 46% gain in September Ephraim VecinaMortgage Broker News Amid falling prices, Vancouver’s home sales activity enjoyed a massive 46.3% year-over-year gain in September, according to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. The market saw 2,333 homes getting sold in September, a sharp rise from the 1,595 sales during the […]

  5. Pre-construction investments can be risky to flip

    To flip or not to flip? Natalka FalcomerREM Ever since Toronto’s real estate boom began, pre-construction has been one of the most popular forms of investment. This is because investors assume that the value of a future project will continue to increase. Pre-construction is also an attractive investment because it isn’t as risky or costly […]

  6. 13 factors that could significantly lower your home’s resale value

    Certain detractors can lower your home’s resale value Kelsey Pudloski Livabl The goal of home ownership — beyond the ‘keeping a roof over your head’ bit — is to make a return on your investment. You purchase a starter home in an up-and-coming neighborhood, live in it for at least five years, make a few […]

  7. Vancouver home sales rebound from last year’s slump

    Metro Vancouver back to normal level of sales Steve RandallCanadian Real Estate Wealth The more normal level of sales activity in Metro Vancouver continued in September with a 46.3% increase year-over-year. There were 2,333 homes sold in the region, 4.6% more than in August and just 1.7% below the 10-year September sales average. Real Estate […]

  8. CoStar October 2019 Market Report

    October 2019 Market Report other MARKET SUMMARY With the federal election around the corner, British Columbian’s have a lot on their mind. From the troubled forestry industry putting thousands of workers out of work to the ongoing issues related to housing affordability and even the environment, political leaders will have to bring their “A” game […]

  9. Making sure you buy a home right

    Buy it right, avoid regret Mike HolmesThe Province For most of us, buying a house is the biggest investment we’ll ever make. Whether we’re buying our first homes, expanding to a bigger space to accommodate a growing family, or downsizing as we age – my advice is the same: make sure you buy it right. […]

  10. Owners entitled to personal info collected by council

    Owners have right to information Tony GioventuThe Province Dear Tony:  Our strata council has been engaging in some bizarre activities lately in how it holds council meetings and reports decisions to the owners.  Our bylaws have an unusual condition that relates to in-camera minutes. The bylaw stipulates that in-camera minutes are recorded and kept in […]