Blog about Vancouver Real Estate Market

Mount Pleasant Condo For Sale at 128 W 6th Avenue Unit 309 at 128 W 6th Avenue is a unique condo / loft style residence. If you are searching for a Mount Pleasant condo or loft for sale this is a must visit. Located on West 6th Avenue between Manitoba and Columbia Street this loft […]

Olympic Village & False Creek Condo Market News

The year of 2016 was very active in specific price ranges for Olympic Village and False Creek condos. The Foreign Buyers Tax that was implemented in August slowed the luxury condo market in the 2 million dollar and above price category; the $400,000 to $1.5 million price range was almost immune to the government tax. […]

Mount Pleasant Real Estate Market Update for January 2017

Mount Pleasant continues to be one of the most sought after neighbourhouds to live in with young families and professionals. I have written a real estate market update for Mount Pleasant houses, condominiums and townhouses. In the article I give a brief 2016 summary as well as my projections for the first quarter of 2017. The article includes pricing data and information that forecasts where the busiest activity will be in the next few months. For more specific information on property types and price ranges please email or call me.

Olympic Village Canoe Bridge

Canoe Bridge in Olympic Village crosses the waters of False Creek adjacent to the Tidal Amphitheatre. Since 2009 it has become one of the most photographed structures in Olympic Village False Creek. Designed by PWL Partnership Landscaped Architects the bridge incorporates the immediate surrounding environment. The decks closely spaced metal slats allows sunlight to pass […]

Do I need insurance for my Vancouver condo?

I am often asked by condo owners if they need household insurance. The answer is “YES” and I also emphasize that every condo owner must have building deductible insurance. Why does a condo owner need household insurance when there is already a strata building insurance policy? Strata corporations take out an annual commercial insurance policy […]

Vancouver Presales Pros and Cons

June 2016 marked a slow down in the Vancouver real estate market; prices have had downward pressure in the single detached house sector as well as the attached condominium market. The new foreign buyer’s tax was implemented in August 2016 and new mortgage rules came into effect in October. One sector of the market that […]

When is the best time of year to sell my house or condo in Vancouver?

I am often asked this question: “when is the best time to sell a condo or house in Vancouver?” Most people believe that summer is the best time of year because the plants and trees are in full bloom and the neighbourhoods look their best. It’s true that a neighbourhood becomes inviting when the gardens […]

Condominium Strata Documentation: What You Should Know

Buying a condo in Vancouver means that you are investing in the building. It is very important that a buyer and the buyer’s agent thoroughly read the strata documentation. Strata documents outline the building’s history and maintenance operations. The listing agent for the condo for sale must provide a minimum of 2 years history of […]

I just uploaded the wonderful house for sale in Mount Pleasant, Strathcona. 845 Princess Avenue is located in the heart of one of Vancouver’s oldest neighborhoods. Strathcona is a neighborhood of beautiful tree lined streets, heritage houses, townhouses and parks. If you love the heritage feel in a community then this new listing will be […]