The Show Must Go On!
Posted on Mar 02, 2021
VANCOUVER, BC – March 2, 2021 – Competition amongst home buyers is putting upward pressure on home prices across Metro Vancouver’s* housing market.The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 3,727 in February 2021, a 73.3 per cent increase from the 2,150 sales recorded in February 20...
Move-Up vs. Second Home: Which One Is Right For You?
Posted on Sep 02, 2020
According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing so—and 66% would consider moving if they no longer had to commute a...
Lowest Mortgage Rates in History: What It Means for Homeowners and Buyers
Posted on Aug 04, 2020 in Home Buyer
The interest rate on Canada’s most popular mortgage, the five-year fixed rate, has fallen to its lowest level in history. In early June, HSBC made headlines when it began offering Canadians a five-year fixed-rate mortgage below 2%. Multiple brokers followed suit, and some are now advertising even lower rates. And while many Canadians have rushed to...
Add Value To Your Home With These 9 DIY Improvements
Posted on Jul 18, 2020 in Home Improvement
Whether you’re prepping your house to go on the market or looking for ways to maximize its long-term appreciation, these nine home improvement projects are great ways to add function, beauty, and real value to your home.
The best part is, once you’ve secured the materials, most of these renovations can be completed over the course of a weekend. And...
Is Now a Good Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate?
Posted on Jun 17, 2020 in Market Forecasts
Traditionally, spring is one of the busiest times of the year for real estate. But the coronavirus outbreak—and subsequent stay-at-home orders—led many buyers and sellers to put their moving plans on hold. In April, sales volume fell to its lowest level since 1984, according to the Canadian Real Estate Association.
However, while sales have fallen...
