North Shore Market Intel
Data-driven reads on North and West Vancouver real estate — pick a topic below, or scroll through every report.
A Guide to Buying a Float Home at Mosquito Creek Marina
Float homes at Mosquito Creek Marina come with their own rulebook: a Bill of Sale instead of a land title, a Moorage Agreement instead of PTT, and a Float Survey alongside your home inspection. Here's what to know before you buy.
Strata Council vs. Strata Property Manager: Who Actually Runs the Building?
A strata property manager handles daily operations, but the elected council makes the real decisions. Here's who's actually in charge, and who to contact for what.
Strata Bylaw vs. Strata Rule: Why the Difference Actually Matters
Strata bylaws require an owner vote and govern your unit; rules only govern common property and can be set by council alone. Here's how to tell which applies to you.
Can a Strata Stop You From Having a Pet in Your North Shore Condo?
Pet bylaws vary building to building on the North Shore. Here's what stratas can restrict, what's always protected, and how grandfathering works for existing pets.
Strata EPR Risk Assessment: Long-Term Liability & Asset Valuation
Understand the financial impact of the 2026 Strata Electrical Planning Report (EPR) mandate on North Vancouver and West Vancouver real estate values.
BC's Home Buyer Rescission Period: What It Actually Costs You If You Use It
BC's Home Buyer Rescission Period gives buyers a three-day, no-subjects exit, but it comes with a fixed 0.25% fee. Here's how it works and what it doesn't replace.
The New GST Rebate for First-Time Buyers on a BC Presale: What Actually Qualifies
A new federal GST rebate can eliminate GST entirely on a qualifying presale purchase up to $1,000,000. Here's how the phase-out works and what qualifies you as a first-time buyer.
Just Listed // High-floor luxury at ‘Hawksley’ by Beedie
The expansion of the Upper Lands represents the most significant shift in West Vancouver’s footprint in decades. Here is how Hawksley fits into the new Cypress Village corridor.
What Taxes Apply If You Assign a Presale Contract in BC?
Presale assignment profit can face up to three separate taxes, and CRA generally treats it as fully taxable income, not a capital gain. Here's what that means for your net.
Can You Assign (Sell) Your Presale Contract Before It Completes?
Assigning a presale contract only works if your contract allows it, and most require developer consent. Here's what to check before you sign, and how the process actually works.