Effective November 21, 2024, mortgage lenders will no longer require borrowers to pass the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) stress […]
Let’s take a deep dive into the benefits and potential downsides of fixed-rate mortgages and variable-rate mortgages as well as current rates, trends […]
The Canadian federal government has announced major updates to mortgage regulations to enhance housing affordability nationwide. These changes, effective December 15, 2024, are […]
13.2% of Canadians were self-employed in one way or another in 2023. Many self-employed individuals have difficulty qualifying for mortgage financing due to the lack […]
Canadian mortgage borrowers are increasingly opting for variable-rate mortgages – a trend that is expected to continue as the Bank of Canada continues […]
Metro Vancouver home sales registered on the MLS® remained below seasonal and historical averages in June. With reduced competition among buyers, inventory has continued […]
As we all know, the BC real estate market is in a unique position. In today’s in-depth article, we will cover what we are seeing from […]
Residential property sales in Metro Vancouver Actively listed homes for sale on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver continued climbing in April, up 42% year-over-year, […]
On April 16, 2024, Finance Minister, Chrystia Freeland introduced the 2024 federal budget. Below are highlights of the key areas of my work – housing […]
The number of Metro Vancouver homes listed for sale on the MLS® rose nearly 23% year-over-year, providing more opportunity for buyers looking for […]