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Understanding the Bank of Canada’s Interest Rate Decision
The Bank of Canada (BoC) has lowered its key interest rate by a quarter of a percentage point to 3%. This marks the sixth consecutive cut…
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Exploring the Hottest Neighbourhoods in the Lower Mainland
Whether it’s an up-and-coming area or a timelessly desirable community, certain neighbourhoods offer compelling reasons to invest—even during a down market. However, pinpointing these prime spots…
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Vancouver’s Hottest Rental Market: Are Prices Finally Cooling Down?
Vancouver remains the priciest city in Canada for renters, though rents for vacant apartments are gradually decreasing from last year’s peak. According to the latest rental…
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Market Update October: Bank of Canada Cuts Rates by 0.5%
The Bank of Canada has reduced its key interest rate by 50 basis points to 3.75 percent, marking the first cut of this size since the…
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Real Estate Realities: Handling Tough News
Managing difficult conversations with real estate clients through effective communication, is key to maintaining strong relationships. Staying informed about current market conditions and the factors that…
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Politics and Property: Bill 44 in the BC Election
As election day nears, the B.C. NDP and Conservatives remain divided on housing. NDP Leader David Eby warns that John Rustad’s Conservatives would undo most of…
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CMHC Announces Mortgage Changes to Boost Homeownership for Canadians
The new CMHC rules will enable more homebuyers to qualify for mortgage insurance, potentially allowing them to secure larger mortgage amounts, and making homeownership more accessible….
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Market Update September: Insights into the Current Buyer-Seller Disconnect
As the fall season sets in, the real estate market is experiencing a noticeable slowdown, with lower-than-usual sales compared to previous years. Buyers and sellers alike…
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Decoding BC’s New Zoning Changes: What They Mean for You
To tackle the housing crisis, the Province implemented a series of legislative changes in the fall of 2023 with Bills 44 and 47. These change municipal…
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Market Shift: Analyzing the Impact of the Bank of Canada’s Rate Cut on Real Estate
The real estate market in Vancouver is showing signs of revival following a recent rate cut by the Bank of Canada, which has made borrowing more…
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Unlocking Urban Growth: Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing and Zoning Bylaw Changes in Vancouver
As the June 30 deadline for amending zoning bylaws has passed, city governments in BC have detailed new construction permissions for single-family properties starting in July….
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Market Update June: Sales Down, Inventory Up!
Listings are up, pre-sales are down, and prices are easing in Vancouver’s housing market. This shift indicates a cooling trend as more properties become available while…
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