Real Estate News

Cedar Creek’s final phase: don’t miss out on The Signature Collection starting from mid-$500s

This is your final opportunity to live at Cedar Creek, South Burnaby’s most exciting new community

Jan 12, 2022 8:30 AM Read more >

Proposed tax on $1 million homes appears a non-starter

University of B.C.- based advocacy group funded by taxpayers calls for tax on home equity paid at time of sale

Jan 11, 2022 8:43 AM Read more >

Inclusion, walkability will be key to rebuilding cities after the COVID-19 pandemic

Income, accessibility, the presence of green space and the availability of amenities are neighbourhood features that affect how COVID-19 has spread through cities

Jan 10, 2022 8:42 PM Read more >

Could taxing all homes over $1M fix Canada's housing crisis?

CMHC-backed report has floated a surtax on all homes over $1 million. Targeting the top 9% of homeowners in Canada, the tax would only apply when a home is sold.

Jan 5, 2022 5:06 PM Read more >

New West’s average single-family home property assessment rises by 24%

Strata properties’ assessments increase about 9%

Jan 4, 2022 4:25 PM Read more >

New West resident seeks to preserve Mr. May Day’s house

Council in brief

Jan 4, 2022 11:58 AM Read more >

Passive House triplex proposed in New West

Council in brief

Jan 4, 2022 9:09 AM Read more >

New study reveals intensified housing inequality in Canada from 1981 to 2016

The conversation about housing policies needs to highlight the significant role the state plays in creating existing housing problems, and providing the resulting solutions.

Dec 27, 2021 10:30 AM Read more >

Canada's real estate sector expected to rebound with economy in 2022

Canada's residential, commercial, industrial and retail real estate sectors are expected to rebound in 2022 as the economy continues to emerge from pandemic restrictions and lockdowns, a report released Dec. 21 said.

Dec 21, 2021 2:00 PM Read more >

Vancouver, Victoria homebuyers 'under the most pressure' to reset expectations next year

Housing affordability looking ‘grim’ going into 2022, says RBC

Dec 20, 2021 3:12 PM Read more >

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Do you think New West city council should sign a carbon emission declaration and pledge form?

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