North Shore Market Intel
Data-driven reads on North and West Vancouver real estate — pick a topic below, or scroll through every report.
Buying Power: How to Fund Your First North Shore Home
A simple breakdown of the $60k RRSP limit, FHSA benefits, and why buying a "new" home saves you tax in North Vancouver. Updated for Nov 2024.
The "Trump Effect": Will the US Election Impact North Shore Real Estate?
With Trump back in office, will Americans move to Vancouver? We analyze the data, the Foreign Buyer Ban, and the real impact on the North Shore market.
Metric Watch: Why "Average" Price is Lying to You
Don't be fooled by the wrong data. We explain the critical difference between Average Price, Median Price, and HPI for North Shore real estate investors.
North Shore Growth Report: 22,000 New Homes vs. Old Infrastructure
The District of North Vancouver plans to add 22,000 homes by 2041. We analyze the risks, the infrastructure gap, and what this means for local real estate values.
2025 Market Alert: Why New Building Rules Will Cost You More
New BC building codes and rising city fees are set to increase home prices in 2025. Here is a simple breakdown of what these changes mean for North Shore buyers.
How to Find Your School Catchment in North and West Vancouver (Free Lookup Tool)
Which school does an address belong to? Use the free Baragar lookup for North Vancouver and West Vancouver, and learn how to search homes by catchment.
Can a BC Strata Stop You From Renting Out Your Unit?
As of 2022, BC stratas can no longer ban long-term rentals. Here's what changed, what's still restricted, and what it means for buying a North Shore condo as a rental.