In a huffingtonpost.ca news article published last August 2, which was based on a news release given by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV), it was reported that Vancouver’s housing market had the most sales for the year, specifically in the month of July, which is also the best since 2009. The recent Vancouver real estate market saw a 40.4 percent increase compared to the same month last year and 11.5 percent over June 2013. These data also showed a 0.1 percent growth throughout the 10-year average. According to The Economist, Vancouver is not only the best place to live in Canada, but it’s actually the best city in the world to live in. Furthermore, if you check the results of the United Nations 175-country Quality of Life survey in the past ten years, you’ll see that Canada has always remained among the top ten best places to […]

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If Toronto is the flagship of Ontario, then Vancouver is the face of British Columbia. The city is unique in that it is almost entirely surrounded by the sea; with it beaches making it a popular summer spot for Canadians and foreigners alike. Anyone hunting for condos for sale in Vancouver BC; would be pleased to discover the many appealing seaside places to live in which are figuratively within arm’s reach. West Side is quite possibly the best place for you to shop for homes since this area boasts of a diverse range of houses and apartments for you to choose from, aside from the aforementioned beaches. VancouverCanadaHomes.com can help you find the best property to suit your preferences and budget; anywhere from Fairview Slops to Downtown. West Side is particularly famous for its old character houses, homes built with a certain theme in mind, which could be quite expensive. […]

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Vancouver is not just attractive to businessmen seeking a booming industrial climate, or families who want a comfortable lifestyle. Even hipsters, individuals who are characterized by their penchant for all things unconventional, will find that Vancouver is “non-mainstream” enough for their aesthetic urges. Beyond the formality of Vancouver’s high-rise buildings, there are cultural treasures waiting to be discovered. It’s a good thing free spirits can find affordable homes for sale in Vancouver when they find themselves drawn to the city’s unique charms. Upon their arrival in one of Canada’s premier cities, hipsters need not get lost in the hustle and bustle. To quench their thirst for adventure, hipsters can consult a guide Condé Nast Traveller’s travel writer Parm Johal drew up, which contains information on Vancouver’s hottest districts and the establishments that cater to the specific interests of hipsters of all ages. They can skip the “Where to Stay” part, […]

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The City of Vancouver is no stranger to accolades. Over the years, various magazines such as The Economist have recognized the high quality of living that Vancouver residents enjoy. Just when you thought that the place known as one of the most liveable cities in the world couldn’t get any better than it already was – Vancouver decided to top itself. Now, there are more than enough reasons for people to buy condos for sale in Vancouver and make a home in this top rated city. Frances Bula of The Globe and Mail enumerates the experimental trends that aim to revolutionize the lifestyle of the average folk residing in Vancouver. One of the more noticeable changes in the city’s environment is the proliferation of community gardens in most parks. Orchards brimming with apples, pears, and other luscious fruits offer a welcome change of scenery, something that people who stay in […]

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An upturn in property sales in Canada may have had its origins in Vancouver. The Globe and Mail reported that total June sales of various types of properties in the Greater Vancouver Area were up nearly 12% compared to the same period last year. According to the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver (REBGV), Greater Victoria and Calgary property sales for June also rose by 6.6% and 5.5% respectively. The development comes on the tail end of four months of good sales. Vancouver is an attractive option for new residents because of internationally-recognized factors such as lush natural surroundings, a solid healthcare system, business opportunities, and world-class educational institutions. If you’re interested in getting a piece of this real estate action, an established Vancouver real estate market realtor like Jean Séguin can help you make the right investment decisions. Every realtor will have information on the best properties available through […]

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The Canadian government’s recent mortgage reforms are nothing but a small impediment to people in search of luxury properties. An official from RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic Canada, who was quoted in a Vancouver Sun report, said low interest rates and fluctuations in the stock market have become a potent combination that attracts domestic and foreign investors who want tangible assets such as luxury houses. A Toronto realtor added that people seeking properties worth millions have more than enough money to spend, generating a rather active market. If you can tolerate the frequent rains and microclimates, Vancouver could offer you a load of surprises. Aside from hosting the Winter Olympics three years ago, the Govenment’s strengths lie in its multicultural populace, pristine surroundings, and the topnotch service of its business establishments, which all seems attractive to people seeking comfortable living conditions. When you want to put in a significant portion of your hard-earned […]

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A survey conducted by a polling firm from the Montreal Bank indicated that there is a reduction in the number of return buyers (those who already own homes) who opt to purchase condos for sale in Vancouver BC. Despite this fact, condominiums are still the most dominant kind of property being sold in the Vancouver real estate market. Pollara for BMO, a firm that conducts polls, indicated in its findings that within the next half a decade, 1/3 of the total number of potential home buyers will be looking to purchase condos throughout Canada. Unlike a previous survey conducted by the same polling company, the number of buyers who prefer condos has decreased from 33% to 28%. On the other hand, the figures in Toronto increased to 31% from 20% according to a survey conducted by the same firm. According to a personal banking manager from the Montreal Bank, this […]

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A new project to construct a tower in Vancouver has been initiated by an icon in the reality TV shows, a business tycoon and a billionaire known by the name Donald Trump. The property is expected to hit the region’s real estate market just like the many condos for sale in Vancouver. The announcement of the ‘Trump International Hotel and Tower’ to be constructed in Vancouver that is worth three hundred and sixty million dollars was done by the tycoon in the real estate business. This occurred on Tuesday in the afternoon at the same site where the building is to be constructed, during a press conference. Accompanied by his two sons Eric and Donald Junior as well as daughter Ivanka, the family arrived in Vancouver from L.A by a privately owned jet a few hours before the press conference. He said that the Canadian city had become renowned all […]

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Fluctuations of prices that occur in the real estate market never warn buyers because it can happen in a blink of an eye. The majority of buyers only gain interest in the real estate market prices when they intend to purchase a home. This clearly explains why most of them barely know anything about homes for sale in Vancouver until they actually make the decision to invest in property. In order for a buyer to succeed in the seller’s market, they must continuously keep their buying techniques up-to-date with those in the real estate market. Getting to know a specific real estate market that a buyer intends to buy a home or invest in property is essential in order for them to negotiate for best prices. Finding information on homes that are identical to the one a buyer wants to purchase can aid them in the decision-making process. Through a […]

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The sale of homes in real estate Vancouver BC that are listed in MLS services are predicted to increase by approximately 1.9% (that translates to about 70,000 units) during the year 2013. The peak of sales will take place towards the end of the year. The power of buyers wishing to change their homes and that of those looking to purchase homes for the first time through mortgages of high values was limited by the recent strict regulation of home loans that began during the previous summer. There is unexploited demand for homes as depicted by the adjustment of the per capita sales per unit. The housing market and the economy of the city of Vancouver were also predicted to transition and take up some form during this year. The growth of the economy of this city is expected to rise towards the end of the year after its slow […]

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