May 2023

Your Gardening To-Do List!

Posted on May 05, 2023 in Community

If you are looking to have a garden that is the envy of the neighborhood, May is a great time to get started on your gardening to-do list.


I have put together some helpful tips and ideas for how to get started so your garden shines all summer long!

1. Plant Annuals and Perennials: This is a great time to start planting annuals and perennials in your...

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Greater Vancouver Employment Statistics - April 2023

Posted on May 05, 2023 in Community

Canadian Employment (April 2023) 


Canadian employment rose slightly to 20.13 million in April, up by 41,400 (0.2 percent). The Canadian unemployment rate held steady at 5 percent, unchanged since December. Employment gains were concentrated in wholesale and retail trade (+24,000); transportation and warehousing (+17,000); and information, culture, a...

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Quick way to Pay off your Mortgage 

Posted on May 03, 2023 in Mortgage News

How to Pay Off Your Mortgage Faster


When it comes to homeownership, many of us dream of the day we will be mortgage-free.

While most mortgages operate on a 25-year amortization schedule, there are some ways you can pay off your mortgage quicker!

1. Review Your Payment Schedule: Taking a look at your payment schedule can be an easy way to start paying...

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Greater Vancouver Real Estate Market Update - April 2023

Posted on May 02, 2023 in Market Update

Prices continue rising across Metro Vancouver as home buyer confidence returns


With listing activity remaining below historical norms, home sales in Metro Vancouver have mounted a surprising comeback, rising near levels seen last spring, before eight consecutive interest rate hikes eroded borrowing power and brought home sales activity down along wi...

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BCREA 2023 Second Quarter Housing Forecast

Posted on May 02, 2023 in Economics

BC Housing Market Expected to Strengthen


The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) released its 2023 Second Quarter Housing Forecast today.


Multiple Listing Service®(MLS®) residential sales in BC are forecast to decline 6.6 per cent to 75,530 units this year. In 2024, MLS® residential sales are forecast to post a strong rebound, rising 19...

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