Hey friends — buckle up. We’re halfway through 2025 and if you were holding out hope for a soft landing… that ship has sailed. We’re now staring down the barrel of record-high inventory, record-low sales, a weak economy, and a trade war that escalated even further (think David vs. Goliath — lol). Let’s start with…
Let’s be real—Canada’s not winning this trade war. The U.S. is throwing down hard with tariffs, and our response is looking weak and pretty much ineffective. It’s a one-sided battle, and Canada’s attempts to counter-tariff have been way too little, way too late. What’s Changed Since Last Month? March was about speculation. April is about…
Here’s What You Need to Know. We’re already a week into March, and while last month’s discussions revolved around speculation, we’ve now entered the reality phase of the Trump Tariffs—where policy has turned into action, and Canada is responding in kind. Tariffs & Their Impact on Canadian Real Estate – What’s Changed?Last month, Trump’s tariffs…
I hope you all had a fantastic Family Day long weekend, whether you spent it with family, friends, or just enjoying some well-deserved downtime! While last month, much of the conversation was focused on the new mortgage rules and their impact on the housing market, this month, that discussion has been pushed aside for a far more pressing issue: Trump…
Hey Friends and Clients! I hope you all had an amazing Christmas, New Year, and holiday season! January is starting off strong with a rush of inventory hitting the market and higher sales volume in the first two weeks compared to the last two weeks of December. While interim numbers are difficult to measure fully, it…
🚨 Massive Changes to Down Payments & Mortgages Coming Dec. 15! 🚨 For years, if you wanted to buy a home priced over $1 million, you needed to bring a flat 20% down payment—no exceptions. But the rules are changing, and here’s what’s happening: 💰 Before Dec. 15: Any home over $1 million = 20%…
Buying, Selling | August 24, 2024 | written by Corbin Chivers
🌇 Shaughnessy, Vancouver BC vs. Glenora, Edmonton AB 🏞️ 📈 Average Income: 🌆 Vancouver (Shaughnessy): $90,000 🏙️ Edmonton (Glenora): $75,000 🏠 Average 3-Bedroom Detached Home Price: 🌆 Vancouver (Shaughnessy): $2,700,000 🏙️ Edmonton (Glenora): $800,000 💵 Average 1-Bedroom Rental Price: 🌆 Vancouver (Shaughnessy): $3,500/month 🏙️ Edmonton (Glenora): $1,600/month Fun Facts: 🌆 Shaughnessy: Renowned for its elegant…
Buying, Selling | August 24, 2024 | written by Corbin Chivers
🌲 Lynn Valley, Vancouver BC vs. Silver Springs, Calgary AB 🏞️ 📈 Average Income: 🌲 Vancouver (Lynn Valley): $65,000 🏞️ Calgary (Silver Springs): $60,000 🏠 Average 2-Bedroom Condo Price: 🌲 Vancouver (Lynn Valley): $950,000 🏞️ Calgary (Silver Springs): $325,000 💵 Average 1-Bedroom Rental Price: 🌲 Vancouver (Lynn Valley): $2,500/month 🏞️ Calgary (Silver Springs): $1,400/month Fun…
Buying, Selling | August 24, 2024 | written by Corbin Chivers
🌇 Mount Pleasant, Vancouver BC vs. Westmount, Edmonton AB 🏞️ 📈 Average Income: 🌆 Vancouver (Mount Pleasant): $65,000 🏙️ Edmonton (Westmount): $60,000 🏠 Average 2-Bedroom Condo Price: -🌆 Vancouver (Mount Pleasant): $1,100,000 🏙️ Edmonton (Westmount): $375,000 💵 Average 1-Bedroom Rental Price: 🌆 Vancouver (Mount Pleasant): $2,750/month 🏙️ Edmonton (Westmount): $1,400/month Fun Facts: 🌆 Mount Pleasant:…
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