Condo owners in Vancouver generally can rent out their units for residential purposes. Thanks to recent BC legislation, all strata lots in British Columbia may be leased long-term – any bylaw prohibiting residential rentals is now void. In practice, this means Vancouver condo investors can lease their units under standard tenancy laws (the Residential Tenancy Act). However, they must follow municipal licensing: Vancouver requires a business licence for rentals. Short-term rentals (under 90 days) need a Short-Term Rental (STR) licence, and rentals of 90 days or more require a Long-Term Rental licence. The City’s STR rules also impose conditions – you must live in the condo as your principal residence to host, and obtain strata council approval. In summary,…

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For decades, Canada’s urban growth felt unstoppable. Big cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal pulled in people for jobs, lifestyle, and opportunity. Living in a major metro was treated as the default path to success.

That assumption is cracking.

In 2026, Canadian urbanization trends show a clear slowdown. Population growth in the largest cities has cooled sharply, while smaller cities, suburbs, and surrounding regions are absorbing a growing share of new residents. This shift is changing how buyers, renters, and investors think about location, value, and long-term housing decisions.

This article breaks down why the shift is happening, how it’s reshaping the Canada housing market 2026, and what it means if you are deciding between urban…

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Vancouver is famous for its stunning scenery and its sky-high housing costs. As of late 2025, the benchmark price for a typical home in Metro Vancouver was around $1.1 million, with condo apartments hovering near $710,000. Renting isn’t much easier on the wallet: an unfurnished one-bedroom apartment in the city costs about $2,223 per month on average. Given these daunting figures, many residents are exploring creative ways to make living in Vancouver more affordable. Two options often discussed are splitting an apartment with roommates (an apartment share) and buying a leasehold property instead of a traditional freehold home. But should you ever consider an apartment share or leasehold property in Vancouver? This article breaks down what each option…

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Vancouver’s real estate market has a long history of intense competition, with multiple offers often driving up home prices. It’s no wonder many buyers feel anxious about bidding wars. Learning how to win a bidding war in Vancouver without overpaying is crucial to avoid buyer’s remorse. The good news is that with the right preparation and strategy, Vancouver bidding wars don’t have to mean breaking your budget. This guide will provide clear, actionable tips – without fluff – to help you come out ahead in a multiple-offer situation while keeping your finances in check.

 

Understanding Vancouver’s Real Estate Market

Before diving into tactics, it’s important to understand the context of Vancouver real estate multiple offers and current market…

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The Vancouver condo market has entered a very different phase. What worked five or ten years ago no longer applies the same way. In 2026, buying a condo requires math, discipline, and realistic expectations.

This is no longer a market where appreciation alone saves bad decisions. Investors and buyers now ask a more direct question.

Are condos a good investment in Vancouver, or do the numbers no longer support the story?

This breakdown answers that question clearly, without hype, and without relying on outdated assumptions.

Vancouver Condo Investment 2026 Overview

Why Condo Investing Feels Different Now

Vancouver condo investment 2026 conversations are more cautious than optimistic. Rising interest rates, higher strata fees, slower rent…

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Hiring a realtor in Vancouver is a major decision for both buyers and sellers. Too many people rely on marketing claims, polished websites, or vague promises. That is a mistake. The only thing that matters is recent results. What an agent has done in the last 6 to 12 months tells you far more than what they say they can do.

This guide explains how to research a realtor’s recent performance using real data, what to look for, what to question, and how to compare realtors in Vancouver without guesswork.

How to Choose a Realtor in Vancouver

Most people start by asking friends or family for referrals. That is fine, but it should only be step one. A recommendation without proof is still a gamble.

After collecting a few names, your next move is…

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Bridge loans are short-term financing tools that help buyers and sellers close real estate deals without waiting for traditional timelines to line up. In simple terms, a bridge loan allows a homeowner to access the equity in their current home to help purchase a new one before the existing property has sold. This type of bridge loan in real estate is commonly used when sale and purchase dates do not align.

In markets like British Columbia, where competition is high and timing matters, bridge loans give buyers the ability to act quickly. Instead of writing offers that depend on selling first, buyers can move forward with confidence. Sellers benefit as well because they are not forced to rush a sale or accept weaker offers just to free up funds.

This…

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2025 Fraser Valley housing market is the slowest in over two decades despite falling prices and decade-high inventory

SURREY, BC

Decade-high inventory and softer prices failed to spark buyer demand in the Fraser Valley in 2025. Despite favorable conditions and increased negotiating power, many buyers stayed on the sidelines, making it one of the slowest years for sales in decades.

The Fraser Valley Real Estate Board recorded 12,224 sales on its Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in 2025, a decline of 16 per cent over 2024 and 33 per cent below the 10-year average. The City of Surrey accounted for the majority of 2025 sales at 48 per cent, with Langley and Abbotsford accounting for 24 per cent and 16 per cent respectively.

On the supply side,…

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Can the US unilaterally exit from the Canada, US, Mexico Agreement?

Yes. Under the treaty text, any of the three parties, including the United States, may withdraw from the agreement on its own by providing written notice and waiting six months. The more complicated question is whether the U.S. president can do that under domestic U.S. law without Congress, which is unresolved and would likely be litigated.

What the treaty allows

Article 34.6 of the USMCA (CUSMA) states that a party may withdraw from this Agreement by providing written notice of withdrawal to the other Parties, and that the withdrawal takes effect six months after that notice.

The provision also specifies that if one country withdraws, the agreement remains in force among…

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2025 saw lowest annual sales total in over two decades

VANCOUVER, B.C. – January 5, 2026 – Home sales registered in the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Metro Vancouver* finished the year down 10 per cent, marking the lowest annual sales total in over twenty years.

The Greater Vancouver REALTORS® (GVR) reports that residential sales in the region totalled 23,800 in 2025, a 10.4 per cent decrease from the 26,561 sales recorded in 2024, and a 9.3 per cent decrease from the 26,249 sales in 2023.

Last year’s sales total was 24.7 per cent below the 10-year annual sales average (31,625).

“This year was one for the history books,” said Andrew Lis, GVR’s chief economist and vice president, data analytics. “Although the sales total was the…

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