Rent or Buy in Vancouver? Your 2025 Guide to Making the Right Choice
Posted on Jun 09, 2025 in Selling and Buying Advice
Should I rent or buy a home in Vancouver right now?
With home prices still at historic highs and rental rates steadily climbing, making the right choice depends on more than just numbers. It’s about your goals, your lifestyle, and where you want to be in 5 to 10 years.
📍 Renting vs Owning in Vancouver: Quick Snapshot
Upfront Costs | 1st month + deposi...
Kits vs. Fairview
Posted on May 29, 2025 in Community
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Summary: Kitsilano is better if you prioritize beach access, a vibrant outdoor lifestyle, and a well-known, lively neighborhood.
Fairview is preferable if you want a more central location with excellent transit, proximity to downtown, and a quieter, residential atmosphere with good value for the price. Ultimatel...
Fairview is preferable if you want a more central location with excellent transit, proximity to downtown, and a quieter, residential atmosphere with good value for the price. Ultimatel...
What a Vancouver Realtor Sees That You Can’t
Posted on May 16, 2025 in Selling and Buying Advice
🏡 Unlocking Hidden Value in the Vancouver Real Estate Market
Vancouver’s real estate market is one of the most competitive and complex in Canada. From charming character homes on the West Side to sleek downtown condos, every property tells a story—and a Realtor knows how to read between the lines. If you’re a first-time homebuyer or even a seasoned...
Housing Déjà Vu: Are We Reliving the Last Market Cycle?
Posted on May 06, 2025 in Selling and Buying Advice
If you're following Vancouver's real estate market, you might be experiencing a sense of déjà vu. But is this a repeat of past cycles, or is there a new opportunity on the horizon? Video above applies today's market conditions You’ve seen the headlines. If you're getting flashbacks to 2008—or even 2021—you’re not alone.
RE/MAX: Deeply and Proudly Canadian
Posted on Apr 24, 2025 in Community
RE/MAX offices come in all shapes and sizes, dotting Canada’s big cities and small towns, from coast to coast. But did you know that each of those RE/MAX offices is locally owned and operated by proudly Canadian broker/owners, who all serve and support their local communities in many ways? When you consciously choose to buy or sell with a RE/MAX ag...From Skyscrapers to Seawalls: Comparing NY and YVR Housing Markets
Posted on Apr 13, 2025 in Real Estate Life
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🏙️ NYC vs. YVR Real Estate at a Glance
🧾 1. Price Snapshot
Avg. Condo Price $1.2M vs. $890K
Avg. Detached Home $2.8M vs $2.2M
Price per Sq. Ft $1,700 vs $1,300
🗽 NYC leads in pricing but also has more volume and luxury tiers.
📊 2. Investment & Rental Metrics
Rent Yield (Avg.) 3.2% vs 2.6%
🗽 NYC leads in pricing but also has more volume and luxury tiers.
📊 2. Investment & Rental Metrics
Rent Yield (Avg.) 3.2% vs 2.6%
Vacancy Rate ~3.5% vs 1.2%
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