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  • Fast-Track to Your Vancouver Condo: Savings Timeline Simplified

    Fast-Track to Your Vancouver Condo: Savings Timeline Simplified

    In Vancouver, a solo buyer would need to save for 12.2-mo to afford the minimum down payment of $50,190. Condos are the most affordable property type, ideal for single-income buyers.

  • New Listing: 2232 PITT RIVER ROAD

    Attention Investors: This sub-dividable lot with RS4 zoning is an excellent opportunity for development or a rent-and-hold strategy. The property features a huge 11,748 sq ft lot with lane access and a renovated 3-level split home with new flooring, LED lighting, newer kitchen cabinets and appliances, a newer main bathroom, newer windows, and window coverings.…

  • Vancouver to be adding middle housing

    Vancouver to be adding middle housing

    A new state law requires Vancouver to allow duplexes, fourplexes, and sometimes sixplexes in single-family home neighborhoods. The law aims to increase housing supply, overriding zoning laws to allow for more diverse housing options. Vancouver will work on implementing standards for these new housing options. Continue to full article

  • Vancouver Approves Motion To Explore Building Co-Op Housing On City-Owned Land

    Vancouver Approves Motion To Explore Building Co-Op Housing On City-Owned Land

    Vancouver City Council approved a motion to partner with non-profits to utilize City-owned land for building more co-op housing. Co-op housing allows residents to own the building cooperatively, leading to lower housing charges. The focus is on renewing existing co-ops and creating new ones, with a particular emphasis on the False Creek South area. The…

  • Vancouver’s Swift Adaptation to Housing Reforms

    Vancouver’s Swift Adaptation to Housing Reforms

    Provincial housing legislation impacts Vancouver's municipal planning and development. Vancouver engages proactively with Bills 44, 46, 47, and 43, setting ambitious housing targets and methods.

  • Tips for Negotiating Your House Price in 2024

    Tips for Negotiating Your House Price in 2024

    When buying a home, successful negotiation depends on understanding market value, finances, and inspection results. Tips include researching market value, knowing finances, and using a home inspection. Negotiate for price, repairs, warranties, closing costs, and other terms. Consider walking away if terms are unacceptable. Continue to full article

  • Vancouver CRE: Vacancy Decline Signals Upturn for 2025

    Vancouver CRE: Vacancy Decline Signals Upturn for 2025

    Changes in interest rates are anticipated to boost activity in sales and leasing in the latter part of the year. CBRE’s Real Estate market outlook predicts rate cuts by June 5, aiming for a 4% policy rate by year-end.

  • Happy April Fool’s Day

    Happy April Fool’s Day

    Breaking news! Interest rates at pre-pandemic levels, mortgage rates at all-time low, announces Fed. It's a dream come true for homebuyers who have been waiting for the perfect time to enter the market! Dream on… Happy April Fool’s Day!

  • Happy Easter

    Happy Easter

    Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.However, according to many theologians, Easter originally began before the arrival of Christianity.It is believed that Easter is named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess of the dawn and spring, known as Eostre.Examples of Easter traditions include Easter eggs and related games such…

  • Vancouver’s Housing Momentum: A Tale of Revival

    Vancouver’s Housing Momentum: A Tale of Revival

    Despite challenges, Vancouver's housing market shows resilience. Demand for semi-detached homes in Vancouver rises by 10%, fueled by increased sales activity and dwindling inventory.