North Shore Market Intel
Data-driven reads on North and West Vancouver real estate — pick a topic below, or scroll through every report.
Strata vs Non-Conforming Strata in British Columbia
Is a "non-conforming" strata a real legal category? We break down the risks of informal duplex management and why the Strata Property Act always applies.
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.
Just Listed // 114 155 East 3rd Street, ‘The Solano’
Explore this updated 1-bed & den at The Solano in Lower Lonsdale. Features a 247sf private patio, arched doorways & "no-elevator" access. Walk to the SeaBus!
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.
District Variance Report: Assessing the Multi-Unit Housing Resistance in North Vancouver
A financial risk assessment of the District of North Vancouver's decision to reject small-scale multi-unit housing. What this means for property ROI and development.
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.
North Vancouvers Short Term Rental (STR) Regulations
Strict principal residence rules and new municipal bylaws have reshaped the short-term rental landscape. Here is what North Shore condo owners need to know about protecting their equity.
The RRSP Home Buyers' Plan in 2026: How Much You Can Withdraw and What It Costs Later
The Home Buyers' Plan lets you pull up to $60,000 from your RRSP tax-free toward a down payment. Here's how it works, and what's changing for 2026 withdrawals.
How Much Deposit Do You Need to Buy a Home in North Vancouver?
A deposit isn't the same as your down payment, and the timing catches a lot of first-time buyers off guard. Here's how much to expect and when it's due.