North Shore Market Intel
Data-driven reads on North and West Vancouver real estate — pick a topic below, or scroll through every report.
How Does a REALTOR Actually Get Paid, and Who Pays It?
Real estate commission is one of the biggest costs in a home sale and one of the least understood. Here's exactly how it works in BC, and where the real negotiation room is.
The Ultimate North Shore School Catchment Guide
Navigating schools in North and West Vancouver? Discover how school catchments work, how registration priorities impact your family, and how to protect your home's long-term equity.
What's the Difference Between a Home Inspection and a Strata Document Review?
A home inspection tells you what you're buying. A strata document review tells you what you're buying into. Here's why North Shore condo buyers need both conditions, not just one.
What Is a Property Disclosure Statement, and Do I Have to Fill One Out?
The PDS is one of the most misunderstood documents in a BC home sale. Here's what it actually is, whether it's mandatory, and why skipping it is riskier than it sounds.
How Do North Shore Property Taxes Compare to Vancouver?
The honest answer surprises a lot of buyers: North Shore and Vancouver tax rates aren't wildly different. Here's what actually drives your bill, with real numbers.
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.
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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.