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  • Is Vancouver’s Waterfront Going Mixed-Use?

    Is Vancouver’s Waterfront Going Mixed-Use?

    Vancouver integrates multi-use buildings into master-planned communities to optimize land use. Residential towers with retail and office spaces maximize revenue per parcel. Waterfront and transit-adjacent developments attract both residents and tourists. Shared amenities like gyms and pools enhance lifestyle convenience. Sustainability initiatives, including energy-efficient design, reduce environmental impact.

  • Check out my new listing Address: 1909 1550 FERN STREET, Vancouver BC V7J 0A9

    Experience North Shore living at Beacon in Seylynn Village! This 1-bedroom home features a modern kitchen with island & stainless steel appliances, bright living area with floor-to-ceiling windows and mountain views, a peaceful bedroom with walk-in closet, spa-style bathroom, in-suite laundry, and covered balcony with gas BBQ hookup. Includes parking, storage & bike locker, A/C,…

  • Metro Vancouver’s New-Build Housing Poised for Fresh Opportunities

    Metro Vancouver’s New-Build Housing Poised for Fresh Opportunities

    Slide 1 Metro Vancouver’s presale housing market hit decade-low: only 35 new projects launched this year. Slide 2 Presale sales plummeted 85% from historic norms — fewer than 400 units sold in 2025. Slide 3 High interest rates push everyday buyers aside, while past projects flood today’s market with inventory. Slide 4 Oversupply now, but…

  • 8 Ways to Save a Down Payment for a Home

    Effective strategies for saving for a home include prioritizing savings over discretionary spending, creating a budget to identify cutbacks, and paying off high-interest debts first. Using cash instead of credit can lead to significant savings. Saving raises, bonuses, and tax refunds separately is beneficial. Utilizing RRSPs and Tax-Free Savings Accounts can aid in down payments,…

  • Will Vancouver’s Housing Market Rebound in 2025?

    Will Vancouver’s Housing Market Rebound in 2025?

    Home prices in Vancouver are projected to decline about 2% in 2025, with a potential stabilization or modest recovery in 2026. Higher inventory levels will provide buyers with more options, helping the market gradually balance supply and demand conditions. Affordability is expected to improve slightly due to lower interest rates and moderating prices, though challenges…

  • کاهش معاملات و آگهی‌های املاک در Kootenay-Boundary در ماه اوت

    فعالیت بازار املاک در منطقه Kootenay-Boundary در ماه اوت با کاهش جزئی در فروش و آگهی‌های جدید همراه بود؛ ۲۷۸ معامله مسکونی و ۴۲۹ آگهی جدید ثبت شد که هر دو نسبت به ماه قبل کاهش داشتند. تعداد آگهی‌های فعال نسبت به سال گذشته ۴.۳٪ کاهش یافت. قیمت معیار خانه‌های تک‌خانواری ۲.۵٪ و تاون‌هاوس‌ها ۳.۱٪…

  • How to Apply for a Mortgage When You’re Self-Employed

    Self-employed individuals can successfully obtain a mortgage by demonstrating financial stability and trustworthiness. Key steps include providing two years of income proof through bank statements, tax Notices of Assessment, and maintaining a good credit score. Essential documents also include HST/GST payment proof, business licenses, and client contracts. It's crucial to manage tax deductions wisely, as…

  • Last Call 2025 Buyers: Vancouver Prices to Drop This Fall!

    Last Call 2025 Buyers: Vancouver Prices to Drop This Fall!

    Slide 1: Vancouver housing is dropping fast—expect a 15% correction by the end of 2025! Slide 2: Average Vancouver home price will hit $2.11M, opening serious opportunities for buyers this fall. slide 3: The first half already saw a 6.3% dip—market slowdown is continuing steadily. slide 4: Buyers finally have leverage; sellers are adjusting—Vancouver’s market…

  • Vancouver Housing Market: Signs of Recovery in Mid-Summer

    Vancouver Housing Market: Signs of Recovery in Mid-Summer

    July sales: 2,286, ↓2% YoY, 13.9% below 10-year avg. Benchmark price: $1,165,300, ↓2.7% YoY, ↓0.7% MoM. Active listings ↑19.8% YoY to 17,168; new listings ↑0.8% YoY.

  • Vancouver Moves to Rescue Stalled Development and Keep Housing Projects Alive

    Vancouver is easing financial pressures on housing projects by allowing deferrals of major municipal fees and Community Amenity Contributions, freeing up working capital during development. The city is also streamlining permitting by deferring utility servicing reviews and freezing fee inflation. These targeted changes aim to stabilize approved projects amid rising costs and slow market conditions,…