The latest data from CMHC shows that housing starts in British Columbia have fallen sharply in 2025, marking the first sustained slowdown since the pandemic. Across Metro Vancouver, construction of new homes — especially condos and purpose-built rentals — is trending lower than last year. That wouldn’t normally raise alarms, but this time it’s happening right as interest rates begin to fall and...
Trade tensions are back, and they’re closer to home than most Canadians realize. Last week, the U.S. abruptly terminated trade negotiations with Canada after a political dispute involving Ontario’s government advertising. It sounds minor, but the consequences could be major. With cross-border talks frozen and retaliatory tariffs being hinted at, economists are warning of a new wave of economic...
If you thought the latest rate cut was the end of the story — think again. After trimming the overnight rate to 2.50% in September, many analysts now believe the Bank of Canada isn’t done yet. Forecasts from major banks, including CIBC and TD, suggest the policy rate could drop to around 2.25% — or even lower — by mid-2026. That’s a bold call. And it could reshape the real estate landscape...
The Bank of Canada finally hit the brakes — again. On September 17, 2025, the central bank cut its key overnight rate by another 25 basis points, bringing it down to 2.50%, marking the third cut since spring. For Vancouver’s real estate market — where affordability remains stretched beyond reason — this move couldn’t have come soon enough. But the big question now is: will this actually help...
In every real estate cycle, there is quiet chatter about assignment deals. Some buyers see them as a shortcut to skip years of waiting on a presale, while others view them as a warning sign. In 2025, with higher interest rates and shifting prices, assignment listings have become increasingly common across Brentwood, Coquitlam, and Surrey. But what exactly is an assignment sale, and when can it be an...
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