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The real estate landscape is constantly changing and it is impossible to predict what will happen in the next five years. Financial factors, such as interest rates, and buyer behavior are the main indicators experts rely on to make predictions. Interest rates have been on the rise since the start of 2022 and this has…

British Columbia is one of Canada's most expensive rental markets. A recent Statistics Canada study revealed that 7 in 10 Canadian renters have water and municipal services included in their rent. ~33% of renters receive electricity, and ~50% do not pay extra for parking.

Refinancing a mortgage is a process in which a homeowner obtains a new mortgage to pay off their existing mortgage, which can result in a lower interest rate, access to home equity as cash, or both. This process is similar to getting a purchase mortgage, and requires the homeowner to provide personal information, proof of…

BC housing construction facing downturn amid escalating challenges.Banking institutions' hesitancy further complicates construction financing. Rising costs for building materials and mortgage rates hinder new projects.

BC initiated Budget 2024 consultations, gathering recommendations on housing and related issues. Housing supply and affordability concerns led to suggestions for incentives, better coordination, and data access. Rental housing recommendations included means-tested support, pet-friendly housing, and senior housing improvements.

The perfect opportunity to embrace your inner "foodie" and unbutton your pants at the dinner table!In Canada, post-Thanksgiving is all about creative cranberry sauce solutions. Cranberry sauce pancakes, anyone?It's that time when multiple ovens are a blessing. Turkey, pies, casseroles – less stress!

A new report from McGill University commissioned by the British Columbia Hotel Association found that British Columbia's long-term renters have been paying an extra $2 billion in rent between 2016 and 2019 due to the impact of short-term rentals such as Airbnb and VRBO. The study recommends a province-wide approach that includes registration and restrictions…

BC's Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon has confirmed that the province will introduce new legislation in the fall to take a bigger role in addressing short-term rentals. This comes in response to a McGill University study which found that British Columbia's renters are paying 20% more than they should due to the impact of short-term rentals.…