North Shore Market Intel
Data-driven reads on North and West Vancouver real estate — pick a topic below, or scroll through every report.
Buying a Tenanted North Shore Condo? Here's the Notice You'll Actually Need to Give
BC's landlord's-use notice rules changed in 2025. Here's the real timeline for getting vacant possession when you buy a tenanted North Shore condo.
BC's 2-5-10 New Home Warranty: What It Actually Covers on a North Shore Presale
Every new BC home carries mandatory 2-5-10 warranty coverage. Here's what each period actually protects, and why checking a builder's licence is worth your time.
Do You Need Earthquake Insurance on the North Shore? Here's How to Actually Decide
Earthquake damage isn't covered by standard BC home insurance. Here's what the coverage actually protects and how to think through whether it's worth it for your property.
Completion, Adjustment, and Possession Dates: Why the Difference Matters When You Sell
Completion, adjustment, and possession are three distinct dates in a BC sale. Here's what each one actually controls, and why it matters most when you're timing a move.
Should You Get a Pre-Listing Inspection Before You Put Your Home on the Market?
A pre-listing inspection has a real trade-off: it gets you ahead of issues, but it also turns an unknown into a known defect you're required to disclose. Here's how to decide.
How the Principal Residence Exemption Works When You Sell Your North Shore Home
The principal residence exemption can make your home sale fully tax-exempt, but only with proper filing. Here's the T2091 requirement most sellers don't know about.
What's a Real Property Report, and Will You Need One to Sell Your North Shore Home?
A Real Property Report isn't mandatory to sell in BC, but a buyer's lender might request one. Here's when it comes up and how to avoid a last-minute delay.
Do You Need to Pay for Staging When You Sell Your North Shore Home?
Staging isn't a one-size-fits-all decision. Here's how your home's condition, furnishing, and price point determine whether it's worth the investment before you list.
How Multiple Offers Actually Work on the North Shore, and Why You Won't See the Others
Multiple offer situations stay private between the seller and each buyer. Here's how the process works and the real strategic choices a seller has beyond just accepting the top offer.
Subject-Free Offers: Should You Accept One as a North Shore Seller?
Subject-free offers are appealing for their certainty, but the right decision depends on the buyer behind them. Here's how to evaluate one before you accept.