Townhouses are the one bright spot in Vancouver's housing market right now. Here's an honest look at the tradeoffs, costs, and best neighbourhoods for townhouse buyers in 2026.
How to spot red flags in a BC strata depreciation report — and what to do about them. A practical guide for condo buyers: CRF funding thresholds, offer-adjustment scenarios, and questions to ask the strata council before removing subjects.
Your strata corporation's insurance leaves dangerous gaps that could cost you six figures. Here's what every Vancouver condo owner needs to know about personal condo insurance, deductible assessments, and the coverage that actually protects you.
I won't show houses to buyers without pre-approval. Here's exactly what lenders look at, how the stress test limits your buying power, and what you need to get approved in 2026.
New construction vs resale isn't just about price per square foot. Here's the full cost breakdown — GST, warranties, strata fees, renovation budgets, and negotiation leverage — so you can make a decision with real numbers.
A home appraisal can make or break your deal. Here's how the process works, what it costs in Vancouver, and what to do when the number comes in lower than your offer price.
Assignment sales let you buy someone else's presale contract before the building completes—often at a steep discount in 2026. Here's how the process works, what it costs, and where to find deals.
A practical guide to reviewing strata documents before purchasing a Vancouver condo. From Form B certificates and depreciation reports to insurance deductibles and meeting minutes — what every buyer needs to check.
Most buyers budget for the down payment and forget the rest. Here's every closing cost you'll face buying in Vancouver — from PTT and legal fees to the hidden expenses that blindside first-timers.
From accepted offer to getting your keys, here's every step in a Vancouver home purchase — subject removal, deposits, conveyancing, completion, and the fees nobody warns you about.
Vancouver homes come with region-specific risks that generic inspection checklists miss. From leaky condo legacies to buried oil tanks, here's what to watch for before you buy.
Metro Vancouver has 2,500 newly built condos sitting empty—the highest unsold inventory in 24 years. With prices down 5.9% year-over-year and investors retreating, here's why 2026 may be the best buying window for condos in a generation.
A practical guide to making subject-to-sale offers work in Vancouver's competitive market. Learn clause structures, timelines, seller concerns, bridge financing alternatives, and strategies to strengthen your conditional offer.
Everything you need to know about mortgages in Vancouver for 2026. Understand fixed vs variable rates, stress test rules, CMHC insurance, and calculate exactly how much home you can afford.
A data-driven comparison of Metro Vancouver's three largest cities for home buyers. Compare prices, transit access, schools, amenities, and investment potential to find your ideal location.
Everything you need to know before buying a presale condo in Vancouver. From deposit structures and rescission periods to developer due diligence and completion risks—a practical guide for 2026 buyers.
A complete guide for first-time home buyers in Vancouver covering government incentives, down payment strategies, mortgage pre-approval, and 15 practical tips to navigate the market successfully.
Understanding when GST applies to Vancouver home purchases can save you tens of thousands of dollars. Learn the rules for new construction, presales, substantially renovated homes, and how to claim rebates.