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...
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.
Reimagining Homeownership: How Vancouver Buyers Are Adapting to the Market Shift
Posted on Apr 02, 2025 in Selling and Buying Advice
Psychological Impact of Lowered Expectations One aspect that's often overlooked is the psychological toll that comes with compromising on homeownership dreams. Many Vancouver buyers, particularly first-timers, may feel a sense of loss or disappointment when they realize the homes they were hoping for are no longer within reach. This could also tie...
Money in Your Pocket: Calculating Your Own ROI from Your Properties
Posted on Feb 25, 2025 in Selling and Buying Advice
Return on investment (ROI) is an assessment of an investment’s cash flow (how much did you put in, and how much are you getting back in return?). In real estate, ROI is not just a number—it’s a holistic measure of profitability that considers income and costs, helping investors gauge whether their properties meet their financial expectations. Exper...
How Tariffs Might Affect the Real Estate Market in Vancouver in 2025
Posted on Feb 07, 2025 in Selling and Buying Advice
Tariffs have the potential to create both challenges and opportunities for Vancouver’s real estate market in 2025. While rising construction costs and the potential disruption of foreign investment are likely to present significant hurdles, the city’s strong economic fundamentals, such as its location on the Pacific Rim, diverse economy, and robust...
