Toronto, Vancouver home sales smash records in 2021 Two of Canada’s most expensive housing markets hit records in 2021 as the pandemic housing frenzy continued and tight supply sparked bidding wars. A record 121,712 homes were sold in Toronto, up 7.7 per cent from the previous high in 2016, the Toronto Regional Real Estate Board said Thursday.  Learn more here: https://financialpost.com/real-estate/toronto-vancouver-home-sales-smash-records-in-2021
Real Estate Market December 2021 Watch BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson discuss the November 2021 statistics.
Buyer's Information Are you new to Canada and want to buy your first home? There are financing options for you! Watch this video to learn some home financing options for you if you are new to Canada.
Buyer's Information How to bring the whimsy of Cottagecore into your home If you spend any time on TikTok or Instagram scrolling for interior design inspiration, chances are you’ve stumbled across “cottagecore”. It’s the whimsical, romantic aesthetic harkening back to the rural countryside of England. Cosy, slightly cluttered, and adopting a soft pastel and neutral colour palette, cottagecore has a lived-in, homemade feel with a healthy dose […]
Seller's Information Top 5 renovations with the highest return on investment Thinking of renovating your home? Here are the top 5 renovations with the highest return on investment according to Appraisal Institute of Canada.  
Market Information Benefits of working with a Realtor Working with a realtor is an important step to take if you are selling or buying a property, here are the top reasons why.
Thinking of buying a property? Get useful mortgage information straight from a home financing expert! Whether you are first-time home buyer, new to Canada or buying another property, you need careful planning and preparation to ensure you achieve your goals and avoid hassle and stress throughout the process. Get useful information here to guide you through your buying process straight from the home financing expert. One of the benefits of […]
Buyer's Information Buying your first home in Canada? Here’s what newcomers need to know: Property Transfer Tax Living in a new country can be very overwhelming.  You need to learn a lot of things about your new environment and be able to adapt as quickly as possible while you take care of your family.  Let me help take away some of that stress from you by finding your dream home, your first […]
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Tips for First-Time Homebuyers Are you planning on buying your first home? Here are some useful tips for you!
Market Information BC government announces cooling off period for residential real estate transactions Today, the BC government announced its intent to introduce legislation requiring cooling off periods for real estate transactions involving residential resale and newly built homes. Cooling off periods are limited periods of time in which buyers can change their minds and cancel the purchase with no or diminished legal consequences.  This change is expected to be […]
Market Information Market Highlights The Bank of Canada kept its policy rate at 0.25% (same level it has been throughout the pandemic), but is signalling that higher rates are coming soon. The Bank is ending quantitative easing (QE) and moving into the reinvestment phase, during which it will purchase Government of Canada bonds solely to replace maturing bonds. QE […]
Market Information UBC expanding presence in Surrey with $70M land acquisition University of British Columbia’s expansion to Surrey is another indicator of the City’s rising prominence in the region. UBC Properties Trust has acquired a 135,000-square-foot property at the intersection of King George Boulevard and Fraser Highway. This project will definitely provide more opportunities to access post-secondary education and skills training in the fast-growing Fraser region. […]
Seller's Information Home Seller Checklist: Before You List Before listing your home, consider these factors to help you get the best price for your property and save you from all the hassle and stress. 1. Hire the right real estate professional who will look after your best interest. Selling a property can be very stressful and time-consuming. Let an expert guide you through […]
Snapshot of the housing market for September 2021 – CREA
Homebuyer Guide: When do I start planning and preparing if I want to buy a property? I recommend to start early.  As soon as you start working and able to contribute to your Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs), you can set aside a portion of your disposable income monthly to save for the down payment. Did you know that you can use your RRSP for down payment if you are a […]