Saeed Farahani’s Blog
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Vancouver Real Estate Sees Lowest Late-Q1 Sales
Vancouver home sales ↓ 13.4% in March 2025, totalling 2,091 sales compared to 2,415 in 2024. Sales were ↓ 36.8% below the 10-year seasonal avg, reaching the lowest March levels since 2019.
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BC Mountain Living Without Vancouver Price Tag
1. Kimberley – Alpine village charm with $500K homes 2. Revelstoke – Home prices ~50% of Vancouver 3. Golden – $450K homes near six national parks 4. Fernie – Historic coal town with $550K homes
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How to Protect Your Home From Ice Storm
Insulate pipes and maintain stable heating to prevent freezing and bursting during ice storms. Keep gutters, grates, and drainage systems clear to avoid ice buildup and potential water damage.
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11 Best Places To Live In British Columbia In 2025
British Columbia offers diverse outdoor activities year-round, from city life in Vancouver to nature in Squamish and Whistler. Communities like Ambleside, Dundarave, and North Vancouver blend natural beauty with amenities. Coastal towns like White Rock and Richmond provide seaside charm, while Kelowna boasts wineries and sustainable transport. Bowen Island and Colwood offer tranquility and connection…
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Vancouver Housing Outperforms Amid Trade War
Vancouver’s housing market remains resilient despite 2025 economic challenges and the US-Canada trade war. As of March 2025, Home sales in Vancouver increased 21% yearly over the past three months.
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Metro Vancouver Dominates Canada’s Most Expensive Rentals
1. West Vancouver: – Avg rent: $2,751/mo – Highest rental costs in Canada – Luxury housing demand 2. North Vancouver: – Avg rent: $2,675/mo – High demand due to proximity to downtown Vancouver
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New Rental Towers Coming to Vancouver in 2025
Vancouver plans to build thousands of market rental homes on city-owned land to address housing shortages. The first project includes two towers of 54 and 40 stories, offering 1,136 homes.
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Is 2025 the Right Time to Sell Your Vancouver Property?
Vancouver’s housing market has shown strong growth, with home prices expected to reach $1.3 million by 2025. Buyer demand is on the rise, driven by millennials and Gen Z seeking urban living opportunities.
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Vancouver launches new task force aimed at improving business conditions
The City of Vancouver is establishing a new task force to enhance business conditions amid global economic uncertainty. The Mayor’s Business Growth Task Force will include representatives from various sectors, including tech, finance, and tourism, along with former leaders. Mayor Ken Sim emphasized the need for actionable solutions to eliminate barriers and strengthen key industries.…
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48% Drop! Vancouver Housing Starts Plummet
Housing starts in Vancouver dropped 48% year over year due to declines in multi-unit and single-detached starts. Multi-family housing starts in Vancouver fell significantly, contributing to the overall decline in construction activity.
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