What Can I Actually Afford in Vancouver With Today’s Mortgage Rates? A Real Monthly Payment Breakdown
Posted on Jan 08, 2026
Vancouver remains one of the most expensive housing markets in Canada. Even after price corrections over the past two years, the cost of buying a home still feels out of reach for many buyers. Detached homes hover close to two million dollars, townhouses sit just above one million, and condos often land well into the seven hundred thousand dollar r...Economic Insights from Dr. Sherry Cooper
Posted on Jan 07, 2026
Can the US unilaterally exit from the Canada, US, Mexico Agreement?
Yes. Under the treaty text, any of the three parties, including the United States, may withdraw from the agreement on its own by providing written notice and waiting six months. The more complicated question is whether the U.S. president can do that under domestic U.S. law without C...Is Vancouver a Buyer’s or Seller’s Market in 2026? A Real Look at Today’s Housing Market
Posted on Jan 06, 2026
Vancouver’s housing scene has cooled down a lot since the crazy highs of 2020–2022. By late 2025 the market looks much different: sales are sluggish and inventory is piling up. Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) data show home sales in November 2025 were about 15% below a year earlier, while total active listings jumped by double digits. In plain la...6 Proven Tips for Buying a Home in a Hot Real Estate Market Without Overpaying
Posted on Jan 02, 2026
Buying a home in a hot real estate market can feel like a high-stakes contest. In markets like Vancouver, buyers often face tight inventory, strong demand, and rising prices. Whether you are an investor focused on long-term returns or an upsizer or downsizer planning your next move, the challenge is the same: securing the right property without pay...