Resort-Style Real Estate Gains Ground in the Okanagan Valley 

The Okanagan Valley has long been prized for its breathtaking views, laid-back lifestyle, and four-season appeal. But as more homebuyers search for a retreat that offers permanence and not just a vacation, the region is seeing a shift. High-end resort-style communities are redefining the standard of
Market Insights
Foreign Buyers Tax - Condo Sales Remain Strong
8 years
In August 2016, the Province of British Columbia introduced a 15 per cent foreign buyers tax as a way to cool demand for Metro Vancouver real estate. Although the market was starting to cool from its peak in the spring, the tax had the largest impact in the single family market and the upper end of
Market Insights
Understanding Your Strata
8 years
Now that you are in the market for a condo or townhome, it is important to understand strata fees and the homeowner benefits. Plan Your Finances and Stay Informed The strata fee is a regular monthly expense you share with everyone in your building, find out the payment date and plan your finances
Market Insights
Intelligent Condo Space Shopping
8 years
Without a doubt, Vancouver has become one of the world’s most prestigious real estate destinations. With climbing population trends, scarcity of land, and limited supply of housing, local builders and homeowners have become more creative and intelligent in maximizing every square foot of their homes
Market Insights
Family Condo Living - Downsizing to Upgrading
8 years
Our city is home to some of the world’s best developers, architects and interior designers. As the babyboomer demographic heads into retirement and their children start their own families, we have seen a major change in market demand for larger family sized condominiums. In fact, there are now
Market Insights
Translink Prepares for the Evergreen SkyTrain
8 years
The 11-kilometre long Evergreen Extension will bring the entire SkyTrain system up to a total of 79.6 kilometres throughout Metro Vancouver. Residents living in Coquitlam, Port Moody and Burquitlam will have access to frequent SkyTrain services, connecting to Lougheed Town Centre Station in under 15
Market Insights
Gauging the Investment Potential of a Neighbourhood
8 years
The never-ending conversation around the hot Vancouver real estate market makes it difficult for one not to be tempted to participate. The increasing home prices continue to add fuel to the fire for many surrounding markets in the Metro Vancouver area piquing the interest of many who may not be your
Market Insights
Presale Real Estate 101
8 years
In Metro Vancouver, buying presale is an excellent option for those in the market for a home. Presale allows you to purchase a home prior to it being move-in ready, frequently before construction has begun. Typically, presale offers you the ability to choose a home with a layout style and number of
Market Insights
2016 Mid-Year Market Review
8 years
With rumors of the real estate market taking a down turn recently, let’s take a look at what has happened so far in Greater Vancouver as we reach the yearly half way mark. Although many predicted the market would soften in 2016 that has not been the case. Since the start of 2016, sales activity and
Market Insights
Federal Funding & Transit Oriented Communities
8 years
The Federal government has recently announced that $740 million dollars in funding will be granted to British Columbia for transit and of that, $370 million will be going to the Lower Mainland. The funding will be spent on a number of things including: 28 new railcars to the Millennium and Expo