Bank of Canada holds benchmark rate steady amid escalating trade war with U.S.

Fraser Valley sellers feel the squeeze as buyers take their time

A deepening buyer’s market in the Fraser Valley is giving buyers more time to make their

Latest housing market update from GVR confirms Home sales continue downward trend to close the summer

Home sales registered on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver* declined 4.6 per cent compared to August last year, marking the end of a summer season that underperformed the summer of 2025.

Housing Ownership Has Remained Relatively Affordable Over The Past Year

Housing ownership has remained relatively affordable over the past year, with average prices dipping and mortgage rates remaining somewhat flat. Recent news on the overall economy and job creation has been positive. The main hold-back for many households has been concerns around trade with the United States and the potential for higher inflation and borrowing costs in the future.

Common Home Buying Mistakes

For most people, a home is the largest purchase they’ll ever make, so choosing the wrong property can have disastrous implications for your wallet and well-being. Buying a home is not an impulse buy. In most cases, you will have a few months’ notice be...

Planting for Late Summer and Early Fall

Planting isn't just a spring activity; fall is also a great time for planting. You can effectively plant turfgrass, spring-blooming bulbs, cool-season vegetables, perennials, trees, and shrubs in the fall. Autumn's cooler air temperatures are ea...

Condo Living - Advantages of downsizing

Homeowners are realizing that “living large” doesn’t always mean bigger is better. In fact, there are many benefits to downsizing to a smaller home. Whether the decision is voluntary or you are forced to move because of a job relocation or other life...

Do I Qualify for a Mortgage?

Many people wonder if buying a home is really within their reach. It often seems like a daunting purchase for a first-time buyer. The good news is that with the large variety of options available today, it has never been easier to secure a mortgage.