Selling a Home in a Buyer’s Market in 2026
Real estate agents reveal why lowball offers, renegotiations, and minor repairs now make or break deals when selling a home in a buyer’s market.
How to Sell a New Westminster Home in a Buyer’s Market
This article outlines data-driven strategies for homeowners navigating a buyer’s market. It explains how to interpret local absorption rates, highlight tangible transit savings, prioritize property condition, and negotiate effectively when purchasers have the advantage of higher inventory.
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Vancouver Real Estate Market Update September 2025: Rate Cuts & Prices
Bank of Canada Cuts Rates, But Vancouver Housing stays Cold You can watch or listen to the Garbutt+Dumas Real Estate Podcast for the Vancouver Real Estate Market Update…
Condo Crunch: Navigating the New Westminster Market
A Deep Dive into High Inventory, Resale Opportunities, and Buyer Strategy You can watch or listen to the Garbutt+Dumas Real Estate Podcast for the Condo Crunch: High Inventory…
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Market Update April: Bank of Canada Rate Hold & the Spring Market Situation
The Bank of Canada has kept its benchmark interest rate steady at 2.75%, putting a pause on a streak of seven straight cuts. In its Wednesday…
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Market Update February: Vancouver Real Estate Amid Tariffs, Density Shifts & Election Uncertainty
With the upcoming federal election, the threat of Trump’s tariffs, and constant density changes, the Vancouver real estate market is shrouded in uncertainty. It’s hard to…
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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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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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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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Recap of the Recent Changes to BC’s Housing Policies
Recent legislative changes in British Columbia aim to address the soaring cost of housing, reflecting the province’s efforts to tackle the persistent issue of affordability in…
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Market Update March: Limited Homes for Sale in a Sellers Market
The current market is marked by high-interest rates and stagnant home sales, indicating a seller’s market. Uncertainty looms large amidst these conditions, posing challenges for both…
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