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  1. Chinese-only signs cause furor in community

    John TenpennyOther Locals in Richmond, B.C., are pointing out the lack of municipal action the issue of Chinese-only signs in the community, many of which are real estate-related. Community activist Karen Starchuck and business consultant Rupert Whiting, say the city is, once again, ignoring the issue. “I’m frustrated at the lack of leadership from the […]

  2. CMHC really is working on foreign ownership data

    Steve RandallOther For those who are skeptical that the federal government and its agencies are genuinely trying to calculate the level of foreign ownership of Canadian real estate and the effects that it may have on housing markets, there is some hope. The Canadian Press has obtained documents that show that the Canada Mortgage and […]

  3. Brookmere 535 North Road Burnaby 216 condos in a 28-storey tower by Onni

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  4. Newly revealed viaducts report says replacement cheaper than demolition

    Bob MackinVan. Courier A 2009 report commissioned by City of Vancouver estimated the Georgia and Dunsmuir viaducts could last until 2024 without major rehabilitation and pegged the cost of replacement at less than $100 million. Associated Engineering noted deterioration of the concrete bridge rail, deck joints and cracking in girders, but concluded the bridges were […]

  5. First Shaughnessy likely to become Heritage Conservation Area

    Allen GarrVan. Courier There are just a few things you should know before next Tuesday when city council moves to try and slow down the destruction of heritage homes in Vancouver’s most exclusive neighbourhood. That would be the enclave known as “First Shaughnessy” where there is now a moratorium on demolitions while council and staff […]

  6. Chinese tycoon: I wouldn’t buy overseas real estate, saying it’s too expensive to buy now in Canada

    John TenpennyOther With so much discussion about Chinese investors buying up real estate in Canada and around the world, it’s a tad surprising to hear the CEO of one of China’s larger developers encouraging her countrymen to hold on to their money. Zhang Xin, chief executive officer of commercial property developer Soho China and a […]

  7. The Five Most Important Things You Must Do When Buying a Home

    If you only remember five things when purchasing real estate, they should be these tips, advises Vancouver agent Alyssa Dotson Alyssa DotsonOther There’s a lot to remember when buying real estate, and much of the available advice is scattered all over the internet. So what are the most important rules to stick to? Before you […]

  8. Condos Accelerating Growth in BC Home Building Investment: StatCan

    Multi-family building spend in the province catching up to detached home construction investment, reports statistics agency Joannah Connolly Other Investment in BC home building continued to climb – and increase its rate of growth – rising nearly 19 per cent year over year in July to $731 million, according to Statistics Canada data published September […]

  9. How to… Understand Strata Minutes When Buying a Condo

    If you’re buying a condo, it’s essential that you understand the strata minutes of your new building, explains Bob de Wit of the GVHBA Bob de WitOther Considering the purchase of a strata condo? One of the key steps to ensure you are making a sound purchase will be in reviewing the strata minutes. Not […]

  10. Civic costs adding to Metro Vancouver home prices

    Municipalities share in land lift values through high rezoing fees, according to a Fraser Institute survey Kenneth P Green, Ian Herzog and Josef FilipowiczOther Download Document