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secondary suites

2 articles tagged "secondary suites" from Rain City Properties.

Classic Vancouver Special house with low-pitched roof, full-width second-floor balcony, white stucco upper floor and brick veneer lower facade on an East Vancouver street

Buyers Guide 9 min read

The Vancouver Special: History, Layout, and Why Buyers Still Want Them (2026)

Vancouver's most mocked house is quietly its most practical. Where the Special came from, why more than 10,000 were built, how the floor plan works for suites and multigenerational living, and what to check before buying one in 2026.

Greyden Douglas - June 23, 2026

Split image showing Vancouver laneway house on one side and modern sixplex on the other, illustrating development choices

Homeowner Guide 14 min read

Laneway House vs. Multiplex: The 2026 Investment Math for Vancouver Homeowners

Should you add a laneway house or redevelop into a multiplex? The answer depends on your goals, lot size, and timeline. Here's a comprehensive comparison of costs, returns, and lifestyle implications—with the decision framework you need.

Greyden Douglas - January 22, 2026