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Vancouver Tops North America in Quality of Life
Vancouver ranks 7th globally for quality of life, leading North American cities in 2024. The city’s quality of life is shaped by its temperate climate, outdoor recreation, and urban amenities.
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Happy Lunar New Year
恭喜發財. Wishing you prosperity. Lunar New Year, is the most important celebration observed in China, with cultural and historic significance.The New Year celebration is centered around removing the bad and the old, and welcoming the new and the good. Traditional activities include reunion dinner, cleaning houses, visiting family members, setting off firecrackers and fireworks, and…
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Vancouver Condo Market: Buyer’s Window Closing
Vancouver's condo market currently favours buyers, but rising demand could shift conditions by 2026. Limited pre-sale activity and slow construction will lead to a severe condo supply shortage by 2026.
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Real estate analysts say Vancouver trends point toward increasingly active 2025
Greater Vancouver home sales increased by 31.2% year-over-year in December, totaling 1,765 transactions, though still 14.9% below the 10-year seasonal average. Newly listed properties rose by 26.3% to 1,676. The composite benchmark price was $1,171,500, up 0.5% from the previous year. Overall, 2024 saw a 1.2% rise in home sales, but total transactions remained 20.9%…
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Metro Vancouver Housing Trends: Detached vs. Condo Living
A new survey reveals over 40% of Metro Vancouver residents prefer single-family homes. Preferences for single-family homes vary by income and frequency of moving in recent years.
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Vancouver’s Homebuying Surge Continues in Mid-Q4
Greater Vancouver sales: 2,166 homes ↑ 27.6% yearly Fraser Valley sales: 1,136 homes ↑ 27.5% yearly Listings & Active Inventory Greater Vancouver: 3,725 new listings ↑ Total active listings: 13,245 ↑ Fraser Valley: 2,637 new listings ↑ Total active listings: 8,125 ↑
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Check out my listing Address: 1328 W PENDER Unit #60, Vancouver, British Columbia V6E4T1
Experience upscale living at the Classico in Coal Harbour. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner unit spans 1,193 sq. ft. and features floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious bedrooms, a flex room, and two balconies with breathtaking views. The efficient layout offers abundant natural light, a fully equipped kitchen with premium appliances, and in-suite laundry. Amenities include an indoor pool,…
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Vancouver on Track to Meet Provincial Housing Targets
The City of Vancouver's first Annual Progress Report shows significant progress in meeting provincial housing targets, with 4,143 new housing units completed, achieving 80% of the year-one goal. Currently, about 58,100 units are in development, with expectations to exceed the target of 28,900 units by delivering over 33,700 by the end of the five-year period.…
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Things Homeowners Should Check in Winter
Protect Pipes: Insulate exposed pipes to prevent freezing and bursting during cold weather. Seal Air Leaks: Check windows, doors, and outlets for gaps to save on heating costs.
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Rent decides the “winner” in cost of living battle between Vancouver and Toronto
Vancouver is generally more expensive to live in than Toronto, primarily due to higher rent prices, which are 14.5% greater in Vancouver. To maintain a similar standard of living, one would need about $9,372.40 in Vancouver compared to $8,800 in Toronto. While rent is pricier in Vancouver, dining out is more costly in Toronto. Grocery…
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