Uncertainty Continues to Hold Back Sales Activity in BC

Uncertainty Continues to Hold Back Sales Activity in BC

Michael Cowling
Published on: 10/11/2025

Navigating the BC real estate market in 2025? Get the latest insights from the British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) on declining home sales and prices. Discover key stats for May 2025, including a 13.5% drop in residential unit sales and a 4.2% decrease in the average MLS price. Our expert team can help you strategize and succeed in this dynamic market.

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Metro Vancouver Market Holding Steady – Signs of Recovery Continue

Metro Vancouver Market Holding Steady – Signs of Recovery Continue

Michael Cowling
Published on: 04/09/2025

Discover the latest trends in the Metro Vancouver real estate market. With a healthy inventory keeping prices steady, find out how July 2025 sales data from GVR points to an emerging market recovery, despite a slight decrease in detached home sales. Learn about benchmark prices for single-detached houses, townhouses, and condos in Ladner and Tsawwassen.

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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.

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Locking In a Variable Rate Mortgage

Locking In a Variable Rate Mortgage

Michael Cowling
Published on: 29/05/2025

Considering locking in your variable rate mortgage in Canada? Understand the key differences between fixed vs. variable rates and when it makes sense to convert. Learn about potential penalties, how to assess your risk tolerance, and the importance of consulting a mortgage specialist to navigate rising interest rates and make the best financial decision for your home.

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Thinking About Selling Your Home in Greater Vancouver?

Thinking About Selling Your Home in Greater Vancouver?

Michael Cowling
Published on: 22/05/2025

Ready to sell your home in today's Canadian real estate market? This guide covers 9 essential tips, from working with a real estate agent and strategic pricing to expert staging, decluttering, and understanding smart buyers, ensuring a smooth and successful sale in Vancouver, BC, and beyond.

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The Financial Upside of Downsizing

The Financial Upside of Downsizing

Michael Cowling
Published on: 22/05/2025

Considering downsizing your home in Canada? Discover the significant financial upsides, including lower mortgage payments, reduced taxes, utility bills, insurance, and maintenance costs. Learn how moving to a smaller property can simplify your lifestyle, reduce expenses, and boost your financial flexibility, especially for empty nesters and retirees in today's market.

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