RICHMOND AND GREATER VANCOUVER REAL ESTATE NEWS

Understanding Strata Rules in Vancouver: Your Guide to Condo Living

Understanding Strata Rules in Vancouver: Your Guide to Condo Living

Michael Cowling
Published on: 14/11/2025

Considering condo living? Understand common condo rules and regulations that govern shared communities. This guide covers governance by condo boards, the role of declarations and bylaws, and typical rules for pets, noise, renovations, parking, and common area use. Learn about maintenance responsibilities, potential violations, and how to navigate communal living for a harmonious experience.

Buying a HomeHomeowner Tips And Advice
Downsizing Without Compromise

Downsizing Without Compromise

Michael Cowling
Published on: 11/11/2025

Downsizing your home? Learn how to transition to a smaller space or luxury condo without sacrificing comfort or lifestyle. Discover tips for prioritizing property condition, essential amenities, optimizing living space, smart storage, and planning for long-term needs, including retirement-friendly features and building a vibrant community.

Buying a HomeDownsizing and Retirement
Richmond Home Sales Ease as Prices Adjust

Richmond Home Sales Ease as Prices Adjust

Michael Cowling
Published on: 04/06/2025

Explore the latest Richmond, BC real estate market trends for May 2025, revealing dropping home sales and marginal price decreases for detached homes, townhouses, and condos. Understand why the Lower Mainland market is favoring buyers and what GVR economists predict for the year ahead.

Selling Your HomeMarket UpdatesBuying a Home
You Got the Home! What Happens Between Offer Acceptance and Closing Day in BC?

You Got the Home! What Happens Between Offer Acceptance and Closing Day in BC?

Michael Cowling
Published on: 29/05/2025

Congratulations, your offer is accepted! Learn what happens after your dream home offer is accepted. This guide explains the real estate closing date, how long it takes to close on a house, common delays like appraisals or title issues, and essential buyer obligations. Understand the steps from home inspection to legal possession for a smooth real estate transaction.

Buying a HomeHomeowner Tips And Advice
Moving Checklist: Your Essential Address Change Guide

Moving Checklist: Your Essential Address Change Guide

Michael Cowling
Published on: 29/05/2025

Just bought a new home in Canada? Don't miss a step! This essential moving checklist guides you through changing your address with everyone from family and friends to government agencies (CRA, Service Canada), banks, utilities, and more, ensuring a smooth transition to your new property.

Buying a HomeHomeowner Tips And Advice
One Way To Lose Your Negotiating Power as a Homebuyer

One Way To Lose Your Negotiating Power as a Homebuyer

Michael Cowling
Published on: 15/04/2025

Spring home selling season is in full swing! Learn key advice from Austin real estate agent Jordan Suber on how to maintain negotiating power during open house tours. Discover the importance of privacy when discussing properties and the potential impact of your comments on sellers, especially with Ring doorbells and security cameras present.

Selling Your HomeBuying a HomeHomeowner Tips And Advice