Have Your Say — Port Coquitlam 2023 Budget at a Glance (& 5 Year Plan)
2023-2027 Financial Plan Two days ago the city of Port Coquitlam published its 2023 budget at a glance which not only outlines 2023’s proposed budget but …
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Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Q1 Residential Market Forecast
Sales in 2023 to remain similar to 2022 activity Generally speaking on the outlook of the 2023 market the REBGV had the following to say: “Metro …
Is a 2023 Canadian Recession on it’s way? Could BC be hit the hardest?
How strong of a recession will Canada experience? And how will it unfold in BC… Deloitte which is a conglomerate of globally independent firms—that collaborate to provide …
REBGV 2022 In Review: Uncertainty and caution in Metro Vancouver’s housing market
Wondering what changed in Metro Vancouver’s real estate market last month? 2022 was a year of caution primarily due to inflation & the Bank of Canada. …
2023 Savings: When is it better to use an RRSP, a TFSA – or both? (via Globe & Mail)
Looking to set aside some savings in 2023? What is a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)? According to TD Bank the definition is as follows: …
2023 B.C. property assessments: Likely Higher Than The Value Of You Home
2023 BC Property Assessments Are Here While some experts are skeptical of BC’s 2023 assessment prices. The official Jan 3rd press release has this to say: …
Metro Vancouver November REBGV Market Review
Wondering what changed in Metro Vancouver’s real estate market last month? Sales slump compared to October 2022 & 10-year average Number of listings down between 22.9% …
Changes To Strata Property Act Now In Effect
BC Government Ends Rental and Age Restrictions for Strata Properties. On November 21st the new Premier announced sweeping action to expand BC’s house supply. He …
Metro Vancouver October Market Review: A Little Bit Of Everything
Wondering what changed in the real estate market last month? Overall Market for October 2022 is down compared to the same time in 2021. Overall Market …
Interest Rate Increase News Round-Up
Another Interest Rate Hike Is Coming: In September the Bank of Canada increased the overnight rate by 75bps to 3.25%. At that point in time Canadians …