Category Archives: Real Estate Investment
The Kitsilano Neighbourhood
The Kitsilano neighbourhood straddles the northern part of the Vancouver West Side. This area is home to some of the most desirable and valued properties the city has to offer. The area is situated right on the beach front and … Continue reading
New Survey Suggests many BC Buyers Unwilling to Enter Bidding War
In a recent survey conducted by the Bank of Montreal it was found that BC residents, alongside their Québécois and Atlantic Canada counterparts are the most unwilling to enter into a bidding war. According to the survey, only 22 percent … Continue reading
Canadian Lending Practices under the Microscope
According to recent reports, Canadian lending practices are causing some concern amongst officials. Some banks seem to have loosened their lending practices, a process which is being deemed an ‘emerging risk’ by the nation’s regulator. While Canada’s banks and other … Continue reading
Making the Most of your Renovation Dollar
One of the biggest keys to renovation success, especially for those on fixed kitchen renovation and
To Buy or to Rent Vancouver Real Estate?
It comes as no surprise to anyone that homes for sale in Vancouver have reached record heights. According to recent analysis, the affordability index of the city is likewise at record highs. What this means essentially is that the average … Continue reading
Industrial Land Space in High Demand in Metro Vancouver
Limited supply has meant a rising demand industrial space in the city. The desire for industrial real estate in the metro Vancouver area has soared in recent months. Already 37 million dollars in transactions have taken place this year, but … Continue reading
New Multi-Family Home Construction on Solid Ground
According to recent data, the pace of construction has again picked up. Metro Vancouver has seen a twenty-three percent increase in home construction in comparison to 2010. The new home construction is being seen primarily in the multi-family home arena, … Continue reading
Foreign Investment in the City: Myth or Fact?
Speculation has been driving a slew of articles about the effect mainland Chinese buyers are having on the housing market in Vancouver. As many real estate and housing experts are quick to point out however, Canada doesn’t actually track these … Continue reading
