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CMHC report finds lack of supply main cause of unaffordable housing
Friday, May 13, 2022
CMHC report finds lack of supply main cause of unaffordable housing
A recent CMHC report determined housing supply is the main factor behind unaffordability in Canada. (1 minute read)
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What does first quarter activity say about Metro Vancouver’s housing market in 2022?
Thursday, March 3, 2022
What does first quarter activity say about Metro Vancouver’s housing market in 2022?
REBGV Economist Keith Stewart projects what home sale, listing, and price activity you can expect in 2022. (1 minute read)
Taxes
No SVT exemption for owners of vacant stratas
Friday, February 18, 2022
No SVT exemption for owners of vacant stratas
Owners of strata property in buildings with rental restrictions are no longer exempt from the BC Speculation and Vacancy Tax. (1 minute read)
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Greater Vancouver assessments up overall in 2022
Friday, January 7, 2022
Greater Vancouver assessments up overall in 2022
See where assessments increased the most in Metro Vancouver, and check yours at the same time.
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How many Metro Vancouver properties are purchased by foreign buyers?
Wednesday, September 1, 2021
How many Metro Vancouver properties are purchased by foreign buyers?
Check out the impact on Metro Vancouver's real estate market.
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What's the difference between a buyer's and seller's market?
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
What's the difference between a buyer's and seller's market?
Several factors influence the housing market which then influences supply and demand.
Market Trends
REBGV economist discusses the market, COVID-19's effects, and the state of the recovery
Friday, August 13, 2021
REBGV economist discusses the market, COVID-19's effects, and the state of the recovery
Keith Stewart, REBGV economist, highlights the market effects of the COVID-19 pandemic in Metro Vancouver.
Market Trends
Home sales and new listings on par with historic average
Monday, July 26, 2021
Home sales and new listings on par with historic average
While still firmly in seller's market conditions, home sale and listing activity has eased from the record-setting pace of the spring.
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Real estate regulators advise home buyers and sellers to do research, seek advice from their REALTOR® to understand the potential risks of buying in a busy market
Friday, April 16, 2021
Real estate regulators advise home buyers and sellers to do research, seek advice from their REALTOR® to understand the potential risks of buying in a busy market
In an active market, seeking professional advice from a Realtor is more important than ever.
Taxes
What are the tax implications of building a laneway house?
Thursday, April 8, 2021
What are the tax implications of building a laneway house?
Before building a laneway home or buying a property with one, you should understand the tax implications of doing so.
Market Trends
Largest year-over-year price increases
Tuesday, March 23, 2021
Largest year-over-year price increases
The five areas in our region with the largest year-over-year price increases might surprise you.
Fact Sheets
Cannabis fact sheet
Monday, March 22, 2021
Cannabis fact sheet
Cannabis is regulated at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels. Here’s a summary of how it’s dealt with in Greater Vancouver municipalities.
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