How To Protect Your Home Against Basement Flooding
Did you know that water damage is the leading cause of home insurance claims in Canada, and flooded basements are where most of the water damage occur[...]
How to Set the Right Rental Price for Your Investment Property
Setting the right rental price for your investment property can be a challenging task, however it is crucial for maximizing your returns whilst attrac[...]
Bank of Canada Rate Cut: What This Means for the Real Estate Market
On March 12, 2025, The Bank of Canada (BoC) lowered its overnight lending rate by 25 basis points to 2.75%, marking it’s seventh consecutive rate cu[...]
First-Time Homebuyer Programs in British Columbia – Your Path to Home Ownership
Buying your first home can be one of the most exciting milestones of your life, but it can also be one of the most financially difficult purchases you[...]
APRIL 2025 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
Metro Vancouver’s real estate market is in full bloom this month. Stunning Japanese cherry blossoms grace our city, making April an extraordinary ti[...]
How To Reduce Your Water Consumption At Home
Let’s face it – we are living in a land of water abundance and we have never had to think about our consumption of water, until now. Reducing your[...]
4 Common Maintenance Issues Landlords Face and How to Prevent Them
Being a landlord comes with many challenges, and one of the most important challenges to constantly navigate is property maintenance. Regular upkeep o[...]
How to Remove Scratches From Your Hardwood Floors.
Hardwood floors are becoming more popular in homes, especially during renovation projects. They are easier to clean and look great, but maintaining [...]
REGBV Market Update For January 2025 – Home Sellers off to an Active Start in 2025
The January 2025 market report released by the Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) reflected strong seller enthusiasm, with home sellers eager to list th[...]
Pros & Cons of Making your Rental Pet Friendly
Pets are often an essential part of any family. Since COVID-19, there has been a significant increase in the number of families that own pets, with 77[...]
MARCH 2025 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
We officially welcome the first day of spring this month. As the weather warms up, Metro Vancouver’s real estate market is balanced and borrowing ra[...]
How You Can Help Your Agent Sell Your Home More Quickly
Your real estate advisor works passionately to ensure that your home is sold for the best possible price in the least possible time. However, you as t[...]
Build Your West Vancouver Dream Home or Duplex with MyHomeDesigner: A Step-by-Step Guide
Introduction: Embarking on Your West Vancouver Building Journey Building a home or duplex in West Vancouver is an inspiring venture. The region’[...]
Will New Mortgage Rules Result In A Hectic 2025 Real Estate Season?
The “For Sale” signs have been staying up much longer than in the past, especially from April to September. But those signs may soon show “Sold�[...]
How First Time Home Buyers Can Benefit From Existing Programs And Tax Benefits
For a first-time home buyer, the prospect of owning a home is daunting, especially with current sky-high real estate prices. However, there are severa[...]
How Your Home Can Help You During Your Retirement.
Over the last 12 years, house prices in Canada have increased dramatically. If you are one of the fortunate long time homeowners nearing retirement, y[...]
Lower Mainland 2025 Assessments Announced – 4 Key Takeaways
This month, BC Assessment released the 2025 property assessments for over 1,120,000 properties across the Lower Mainland with a value of $2.01 trillio[...]
How Can LEED Certification Help Landlords With Their Rental Properties?
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification can be very useful for property management; however, it cannot be implemented overn[...]
February 2025 Founder’s Message Spring into the Market with Confidence
As we head into the spring real estate market, home sales in Metro Vancouver and British Columbia are on the rise. There are also many excellent listi[...]
If You Are Buying A Home, Here’s How A Real Estate Agent Can Make Your Life Easier.
There are some homebuyers and sellers who chose to ignore the services of a professional realtor, in order to save paying commission. What they don’[...]
Cold Weather Has Arrived. Here are 4 Tips to Ensure Your Property Survives the Cold
With temperatures dropping to near freezing levels over the coming weeks in the Lower Mainland, it is still not too late to prepare your properties fo[...]
Home Improvement Resolutions: Four Upgrades to Increase Your Property’s Value in 2025
As 2025 begins, it is the perfect time to set new goals for your home. Whether you are planning to sell in the future, or are simply looking to enhanc[...]
REGBV Market Update For December 2024 – Strengthening Demand Side Momentum Closes Out 2024
The December 2024 Multiple Listing Service (MLS) market report released by the Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) indicated a strong finish to 2024, wit[...]
A Guide For Property Managers On How To Handle Future Maintenance Projects.
A property manager’s worst nightmare is to have a sudden equipment breakdown and not be financially or mentally prepared for it. Below is a guide th[...]
6 Effective Ways Of Managing Multiple Properties
Managing multiple properties can be challenging, costly and time consuming, but with the right tools and strategies, the task can be easily streamline[...]
If You Are Buying A Home With An Attic, You Must Get The Attic Inspected.
There are a lot of good reasons why buyers need to get into an attic or send their home inspector into the attic before completing a home inspection. [...]
JANUARY 2025 FOUNDER’S MESSAGE
As we ring in the new year together, I am reminded how beautiful our city is throughout the year. Gorgeous snow-capped mountain peaks surround our cit[...]
If you are planning on Retiring Soon, Should you Downsize Your Home?
After the kids have left, many adults end up owning a valuable empty nest that is too big for their living purposes. For some adult homeowners, choo[...]
Launching a Home-Based Business When Relocating: Strategies for Success
Starting a home-based business while relocating presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. This dual transition requires careful planning [...]
REBGV Market Update for November 2024 – Home Buyer Demand Continues To Strengthen
The latest Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) report on the November 2024 real estate market, showed a 28% increase in sales from November 2023. Even wi[...]
Why The Holiday Season May Be A Good Time To Buy A Home
The holiday season is often considered the worst time to put a home on the market, and theoretically, the spring and summer are the best seasons where[...]