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It's All The Buzz In Vancouver Backyards

Posted on Sep 10, 2019



Urban Backyard Beekeeping On The Rise And Many Of The Newcomers Are Millenials

Thousands of pollinators are at risk of extinction. Now, some cities are modifying bylaws to encourage residents to take up backyard beekeeping.

And it's working. 

In Greater Vancouver, beekeeping schools are reporting increases of 50 per cent or more in beginner enrolment...

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How Will Legal Home Growing Cannabis Impact Vancouver Real Estate?

Posted on Sep 09, 2019


As a Vancouver Realtor, along with many of my collegial real estate agents, we have been keenly interested in how the legalization of home growing cannabis will impact the Vancouver Real Estate Market.

What will the short and long term implications be on social stigma and property values where homes have included legal Marijuana cultivation in Vanc...

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Vancouver Housing Prices Expected to Rise

Posted on Sep 06, 2019


Vancouver real estate still a great buy!

The 2016 Census revealed that in Vancouver there are only 41,305 single family detached houses for a population of 603,502, and 2,463,431 strong residing in Greater Vancouver.

Compounded with a global demand for housing in Vancouver, prices are expected to continue to rise.

Source:
https://business.financialpos...

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Canada Makes Living The Canadian Dream More Affordable

Posted on Aug 30, 2019


First-time home buyers could save $286 a month on mortgage payments under new federal program.

Shared equity program offers 5% on an existing home and as much as 10% on a new home.

The details of a $1.25 billion home-buyer incentive program that was included in the federal budget shows it will save new owners a few hundred dollars a month on their mo...

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How turmoil in Hong Kong could boost real estate prices in Canada

Posted on Aug 29, 2019


The fallout from Hong Kong residents’ months-long clash with China’s government could put further pressure on the real estate markets of Vancouver and Toronto, as well-heeled expatriates and new Chinese immigrants seek safety in Canada, say market observers.

“Yesterday, we had a listing where three different groups came in on a bus, they were all to...

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How to Plan for Homeownership as a Millennial

Posted on Aug 28, 2019


If you're a millennial considering buying your first home, congratulations! You're probably excited until you remember: houses are expensive and—regardless of your current financial situation—you'll likely need to save money to afford one.

This can be intimidating for anyone but, according to a recent survey, millennials in particular say it's beco...

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