Written By Ivana Smolcic


First Time Home Buyer Program (Updated 2024)

Canadian RRSP Home Buyer’s Plan The Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) is a program that allows you to withdraw up to $60,000 tax-free in a calendar year from your registered retirement … [read more]

Ottawa hikes capital gains tax, What does that mean for investors?

The federal budget released on Tuesday did not contain a general tax rate increase for the wealthy, but the government did announce that the capital gains inclusion rate will be going up and … [read more]

Buying a condo in Vancouver? Don’t leave money on the table

Buying a condo in Vancouver? Don’t leave money on the table Don’t leave money on the table, especially if you are putting an offer in on a strata building.  Having … [read more]

For Sale ! 6742 Fulton Ave, Burnaby BC

STOP THE CAR! Thoughtfully designed, this custom-built West Coast Style gem was built in 2012 nestled on a FLAT 50×111 lot in Burnaby BC. Meticulously maintained throughout, this home delivers … [read more]

Land Zoning for the City of Coquitlam 

Land Zoning for the City of Coquitlam Residential Zones RS-1 One-Family Residential This zone provides exclusively for the development of low density single family lots with a minimum lot size … [read more]

Fraser Mills by Beedie Living – Coquitlam’s First and Only Waterfront Community

Positioned on the bank of the Fraser River, Fraser Mills is a landmark new chapter for the City of Coquitlam. A community with unlimited possibilities inviting in a new generation … [read more]

Buyers Best Bets – Tri-Cities & Greater Vancouver Real Estate

January was a fairly quiet month compared to other months where listings rose 31% year over year. Sales reports were 23% below the 10 year seasonal average – so what … [read more]

Greater Vancouver Real Estate in February 2024

VANCOUVER, BC – March 4, 2024 – While Metro Vancouver1home sellers appeared somewhat hesitant in January, new listings rose 31 per cent year-over-year in February, bringing a significant number of … [read more]

BC Government Announces New Housing Measures in 2024 Budget

BRITISH COLUMBIA NEW BUDGET IN 2024 ADDRESSES HOME FLIPPING AND PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX.   BC Home Flipping Tax As part of the Homes for People plan, and to discourage speculators from driving up … [read more]

Why Buying in January Can Be A Power Move

In the midst of the Lower Mainland’s rain-kissed embrace of the new year, astute homebuyers are uncovering the unexpected advantages that January brings to the real estate landscape. Contrary to … [read more]