Rental prices across Metro Vancouver from December 2021 to January 2022 saw some huge increases in terms of average prices of furnished units. Aside from a few exceptions, rent for unfurnished units remains relatively unchanged in most communities after last month’s price action. Monthly Rental Market Report If you’d like a rental analysis for your … Read more
The first month of 2022 saw home sales come down from last year’s record-setting pace, while low supply continued to cause home prices to edge higher across Metro Vancouver*. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 2,285 in January 2022, a 4.4 per cent decrease … Read more
Metro Vancouver* home sales reached an all-time high in 2021 as housing needs remained a top priority for residents in the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV) reports that residential home sales in the region totalled 43,999 in 2021, a 42.2 per cent increase from the 30,944 … Read more
Buying a home doesn’t happen overnight. It doesn’t happen over days or even weeks. It takes planning and commitment. It’s a matter of finding a home that fits, making sure the math works out, putting in a competitive offer, and getting to a sealed deal with the seller. Buying a home is a big investment. … Read more
As a homeowner, one benefit of owning real estate is selling and profiting from your home’s price appreciation. In Vancouver real estate, it can be a lucrative investment. Selling your home isn’t tax-free, and the Canadian Revenue Agency will share in profits made. Let’s take a closer look at your tax responsibilities when selling your … Read more
When buying a home, there are a number of costs that go beyond the purchase price. As a home buyer, you’ll want to be aware of and budget for these closing costs. One such cost is legal fees. Involving a lawyer doesn’t come cheap. And you’ll probably want to confirm if a legal professional needs … Read more
As a homeowner, letting your property out to a tenant is a big deal. You’ll probably be conscious of how your tenant will treat your home. Renting out your home isn’t a light decision, but it can be well worth it. However, having a rental property isn’t just about collecting rent. Your duties will also … Read more
Is a lawyer required for selling a home? And are there any legal fees when selling your home? Understandably, hiring a lawyer by the hour doesn’t come cheap. Hence, you’ll want to verify whether it’s necessary to involve a lawyer when selling your home. As with most types of transactions that include an enforceable contract, … Read more
As a first-time homebuyer, the real estate market can be a daunting arena. You may be thinking, how on earth can I afford it? The good news is that you don’t necessarily have to pay for everything upfront. Keeping an eye on all pending costs for buying a home and having a solid plan for … Read more
1. Collecting a Security Deposit: Make Sure the Security Deposit is Part of the Rental Agreement BC tenancy laws enable landlords to collect a deposit in trust as security against damage to your property—albeit within strict guidelines. As a landlord, you can ask for a maximum security deposit equal to a half month’s rent at … Read more
In a market flooded with both presale and resale homes, you might be thinking to yourself, which option should you pursue? Buying a home is a significant investment. Are there core differences between presale versus resale homes? First off, let’s define these industry terms. Presales refer to sales of homes that haven’t yet been built, … Read more
As a landlord, you’ll want to treat your rental property as an investment, and you should see consistent cash flows from rent. Seeing as consistent rent flows is important, how can you manage it so that a tenant pays rent on time? What can you do when your tenant doesn’t pay their rent? There are … Read more