Saeed Farahani’s Blog
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CREA Predicts Canadian Housing Rebound by 2026
2025 to soften slightly with sales down 1.1% and prices dipping 1.4%, mainly due to slowdowns in B.C. and Ontario. Many regions will still see 4–8% price gains in 2025, reflecting strong local demand outside the most expensive provinces. 2026 to rebound sharply: national sales forecast to rise 7.7% and prices 3.2%, reaching about $698K.…
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Vancouver Buyers Gain Leverage as Price Expectations Shift
Vancouver's resale housing market faces challenges from unaffordability, economic uncertainty, and rising listings, leading to price declines. Housing starts are expected to drop 18% by 2030 due to a weaker market and demographic shifts, though major infrastructure projects will support construction. Population decline is anticipated due to reduced international migration, impacting employment growth and tightening…
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ارزش املاک مسکونی در منطقه Cariboo در سال ۲۰۲۶ به طور قابل توجهی افزایش یافت
در سال ۲۰۲۵، ارزش املاک در تقریباً تمام مناطق Cariboo افزایش یافت. ارزش خانههای تکخانواری در بیشتر نواحی بین ۲ تا ۱۴ درصد رشد داشت، به جز 100 Mile House که تغییری نداشت. ارزش املاک آپارتمانی در Williams Lake نیز ۱ درصد افزایش یافت. به طور کلی، میانگین افزایش ارزش املاک در Cariboo برابر با…
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Which Vancouver Homes Will Rebound First?
Slide 1 Condo sales are approaching balanced conditions, suggesting earliest potential rebound in 2026. Slide 2 Older resale condos may recover sooner than newer inventory due to stronger value proposition. Slide 3 Townhouses show steadier volume and price stability, hinting at earlier upside than detached. Slide 4 Family‑oriented townhomes attract buyers faster. Slide 5 Detached…
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Maximizing Your Home Equity: Best Strategies and Tips
Home equity is a valuable asset for homeowners, representing the difference between a property's market value and the mortgage balance. It can be leveraged for various financial purposes, such as home renovations, debt consolidation, education expenses, emergency funds, and investment opportunities. Home equity loans and equity-based mortgages allow homeowners to borrow against their equity, but…
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Will Buyers Benefit Vancouver Market Correction?
Vancouver housing market expected to see aggregate home price ↓ 3.5% in 2026. Average home price projected at $1,147,868, reflecting market correction. High-value detached homes face price stagnation; mainstream homes benefit from improved affordability. Condominium prices expected modestly impacted by rising costs and regulatory factors. Buyer opportunities increase as inventory remains high and luxury markets…
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2026 Lower Mainland Homes More Affordable Amid Market Shift
Most cities in British Columbia's Lower Mainland saw property assessment declines for 2026, reflecting a softening housing market. About 72% of municipalities experienced decreases in single-family home values, mostly between -10% and 0%. White Rock had the largest drop at 9%. Condominium and townhouse values also mostly fell, with Surrey seeing a 7% decline. Overall…
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نکاتی برای خرید ملک پیشفروش به عنوان سرمایهگذاری
سرمایهگذاری در املاک پیشفروش معمولاً قیمت پایینتر و امکان افزایش ارزش را دارد، اما با ریسکهایی همراه است. بررسی سابقه سازنده، شناخت بازار محلی، آگاهی از همه هزینهها و دقت در مطالعه قراردادها اهمیت دارد. باید برای تأخیرهای ساخت آماده باشید، گزینههای تأمین مالی را زودتر بررسی کنید و برای مدیریت و فروش بلندمدت برنامهریزی…
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Check out this new 1 bed-1 bath listing at 221 East 3rd Unit 414, North Vancouver
Luxury Condo in Lower Lonsdale! Live steps from Lonsdale Quay Market in this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath home with floor-to-ceiling windows and breathtaking North Shore views. The modern kitchen boasts quartz countertops, a large island, stainless steel appliances, and abundant storage, with additional built-ins at the entry and in the bedroom. A bright, open layout maximizes…
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How much you need for a down payment
A down payment is the initial amount paid when buying a home, with minimums set at 5% for homes up to $500,000, 5% on the first $500,000 plus 10% on the remainder up to $1 million, and 20% for homes $1 million or more. Down payments under 20% require mortgage loan insurance, with premiums from…
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