ARCHIVED MARKET REPORTS
The $50,000 Edge: Unpacking the New GST Exemption for North Shore Buyers
The GST exemption for first-time buyers is now law. If you are eyeing a North Shore presale under $1.5M, here is how the new $50,000 rebate changes your math.
Persistence and Precision: Selling in a Softening Market
Why strategic price alignment was the key to selling this unique Central Lonsdale loft in a buyer-favouring market.
Buying a Presale in North Vancouver: What the Brochure Won't Tell You
Thinking of buying a presale in Lower Lonsdale or Moodyville? A data-driven guide to navigating GST, assignments, and strata health on the North Shore.
The Best Elementary Schools in North Vancouver: A Data-Driven Guide for Families
A local Realtor’s guide to top-ranked elementary schools in North Vancouver, featuring market insights for Lynn Valley, Edgemont, and beyond.
North Shore Real Estate: The "Affordable Housing" Reality Check
Thinking of buying on the North Shore? Learn the truth about affordable housing ads and find real strategies for first-time buyers in North Vancouver.
Is a Court-Ordered Sale Actually a Deal? The Risks & Rewards Explained.
Everyone loves the idea of a "deal," but court-ordered sales are often unpriced risks. I break down the mechanics of foreclosures in BC through a finance lens, so you know exactly what you’re bidding on before you seal the envelope.
Purchase Price vs. Strata Fees: The "Real Cost" Assessment
Does a high strata fee hurt your mortgage approval? Learn how strata fees impact your buying power in North Vancouver and West Vancouver.
Selling in North Vancouver? 5 Questions to Help You Pick a Local Pro
Looking for the best Realtor in North Vancouver? Ask these 5 critical questions about oil tanks, bridge traffic, and local strata to protect your home's value.
The "Top Realtor" Differentiation Strategy
Looking for a top realtor in North Vancouver? Learn the 5 data points that actually matter and why "Number 1" awards don't always equal results.
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.