With every Bank of Canada rate announcement, the same question pops up again and again: “Should I wait?” Buyers worry about purchasing too soon. Sellers worry about listing too late. And everyone is watching interest rates like a crystal ball. The truth? Trying to perfectly time the real estate market is rarely successful — even for professionals. And for most people, it’s not what determin ...

The holiday lull is over, and as we settle into 2026, many parts of British Columbia’s housing market continue to show characteristics of a buyer’s market — but what does that really mean for you as a homeowner? Let’s break it down in a way that’s practical, insightful, and rooted in real data. Detached Home Activity Has Slowed Across multiple BC regions, detached home sal ...

Not everyone who’s paying attention to the real estate market is ready to make a move right away — and that’s okay. In fact, some of the best decisions come from giving yourself time to plan, rather than rushing when pressure builds. If a move is on your radar for later this year or into 2026, the most important first step isn’t house hunting or listing photos — it’s information. Understand ...

Each year the Pantone Color Institute announces a Colour of the Year, and in 2026 the choice is something truly different and inspiring. For the first time, Pantone selected a shade of white as its Color of the Year — PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer. This “billowy, calming white” evokes clarity, serenity, and quiet renewal in a world that has spent recent years confronting noise, distraction, a ...

I just finished uploading this Single Family Residence for sale, 4987 Hoy Street, Vancouver East, British ColumbiaPrime Collingwood Investment! Steps to Joyce-Collingwood SkyTrain, this 2-level home offers 3 bedrooms up with a modern kitchen and bright living space, plus a 4-bedroom suite down for strong rental income. Features hardwood floors, fireplace, fenced backyard, covered sundeck, and ...

I just finished uploading this Apartment/Condo for sale, 212 212 1955 Woodway Place, Burnaby North, British ColumbiaWelcome to Douglas View in the heart of Brentwood Park! This spacious 2 bed + den, 1 bath home offers 940 sq ft of comfortable living with secure underground parking. Enjoy a bright, functional layout with a versatile den perfect for a home office or extra storage. Located just ...

The Bank of Canada sets its key overnight policy rate eight times each year on a fixed schedule. These announcements influence borrowing costs for consumers and businesses across Canada, including mortgage rates, home equity lines of credit, and lending conditions. Here are the confirmed dates for 2026: January 28, 2026 March 18, 2026 April 29, 2026 June 10, 2026 Jul ...

BC Assessment values for 2026 are now available, and many homeowners are taking a close look at how their property has changed year over year. Before jumping to conclusions, it’s important to understand what these numbers represent — and what they don’t. BC Assessment values are an estimate of market value as of July 1, 2025. They are based on mass appraisal models and do not account for man ...

As we head into the new year, the British Columbia real estate market is showing signs of stability after a quieter 2025 — and that’s good news for many buyers. The busy holiday season is winding down, and while market activity has slowed, current statistics and forecasts suggest an opportunity-rich landscape for motivated homebuyers as we move deeper into 2026. Market Activity Slowed in Lat ...