What’s Your 2025 Home Style?
Posted on Feb 18, 2025
Are you thinking about refreshing your home this year? Whether you're buying, selling, or just redecorating, finding a home that matches your style is key! Take this fun home style quiz to discover your perfect aesthetic and see what type of home in Vancouver’s real estate market fits your lifestyle.
1. How would you spend your ideal Saturday?
A) Coz...What Influences Property Value In Vancouver?
Posted on Feb 12, 2025
If you're buying or selling a home in Vancouver, understanding what affects property value is crucial. From location to market trends, several key factors determine a home's worth. Here’s what you need to know:
1. Location is Everything
Vancouver’s real estate prices vary significantly based on location. Factors that increase value include:- Proximity...
First Step To Buying a Home In Vancouver
Posted on Feb 04, 2025
Thinking About Buying a Home in 2025? Here’s What You Need to KnowIf homeownership is one of your top goals for 2025, you're not alone! Many buyers in Vancouver are actively working toward owning a home, whether for financial security, investment purposes, or simply to stop paying high rent.
Why Homeownership Is a Top Priority
Before starting your ho...How the USA’s 25% Tariff Affects Vancouver Real Estate
Posted on Feb 02, 2025
The U.S. has imposed a 25% tariff on Canadian steel and a 10% tariff on aluminum, aiming to protect American manufacturers. While this targets U.S. industries, it has ripple effects on Vancouver’s real estate market, increasing construction costs and potentially driving up home prices.
Impact on Vancouver Real Estate
1. Higher Construction Costs- Devel...
Contract of Purchase and Sale - Buying A Home In BC
Posted on Jan 22, 2025
The Contract of Purchase and Sale (CPS) is a critical document in any real estate transaction in BC, detailing the terms of a buyer's offer to a seller. Here’s a quick overview of its key components
Key Elements of the CPS
- Purchase Price: The buyer’s offer amount, which may be countered until both parties agree.
- Deposit: A “good faith” payment, usuall...
Vancouver Empty Homes Tax: What You Need to Know
Posted on Jan 22, 2025
The Empty Homes Tax (Vacancy Tax) targets vacant or unoccupied homes in Vancouver to address housing shortages. Here’s what you need to know: