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Check out my listing Address: 5476 BRYDON Unit #28, Langley, British Columbia V3A0N7
Picture-perfect 2BR+Den 2.5BTH Langley City townhome. Welcoming you into this stunning residence is a chef-worthy kitchen & elegant dining area featuring stainless steel appliances, crisp quartz counters & designer lighting opening onto a private balcony overlooking a fenced patio below. A stylish accent wall beneath 9ft ceilings draw you toward a spacious, airy living room…
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83 new affordable homes completed in Downtown Vancouver
The City of Vancouver has completed 83 new affordable homes for individuals, seniors, people with disabilities, and families, as part of a mixed-use building at 808 Nicola Street. This initiative, secured through inclusionary zoning policies, includes various unit types and ensures that at least 30% are rented to low-income households. The development also features office,…
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BC Offers Free Designs for Faster Housing
Free standardized designs now enable faster, lower-cost construction of small-scale, multi-unit housing in communities. Designs blend with neighborhoods, offering various roof shapes, finishes, and adaptable options for aging in place.
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Vancouver Shows Just How Much It Costs to Ban Apartments
Vancouver faces a severe housing crisis, exacerbated by exclusionary zoning that restricts apartment construction on over 75% of residential land. This policy deepens inequality, drives up costs, and leads to urban sprawl and pollution. Recent provincial efforts to reform zoning have been insufficient, and upcoming elections may threaten progress. Advocates are pushing for more inclusive…
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Home Inspection Checklist Every Buyer Needs!
Roof Inspection – Look for signs of damage or aging – Conduct up-close assessments, not just visual checks – Ensure no unforeseen expenses post-purchase – Verify roof and structural warranties Foundation and Structure – Look for cracks, settling, or moisture infiltration – Assess structural integrity – Identify deferred maintenance issues early
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BC Home Prices up $597K in 18 Years
BC home prices increased by 164% between 2006 and 2024, from $364,567 to $962,400. The average BC home price is now $597,833 higher than it was 18 years ago.
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Check out my new listing Address: 5476 BRYDON Unit #28, Langley, British Columbia V3A0N7
Picture-perfect 2BR+Den 2.5BTH Langley City townhome. Welcoming you into this stunning residence is a chef-worthy kitchen & elegant dining area featuring stainless steel appliances, crisp quartz counters & designer lighting opening onto a private balcony overlooking a fenced patio below. A stylish accent wall beneath 9ft ceilings draw you toward a spacious, airy living room…
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Premier Eby sees fresh Vancouver housing project as model for all B.C.
A new housing development in Vancouver aims to provide 2,600 units on Indigenous land, with the provincial government covering 40% of the financing costs, totaling $672 million. Eligible buyers will finance the remaining 60% through 99-year strata leaseholds from three First Nations. The initiative targets first-time home-buyers and aims to make housing more affordable, with…
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Greater Vancouver’s Condo Market Sees Surprising Resilience!
Greater Vancouver saw a 7.3% increase in condo inventory as sellers return to the market in 2024. Fraser Valley condo inventory surged by 58.7%, with a slight 1.9% rise in average prices.
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Free B.C. Designs Speed up Housing Construction in 2024
The B.C. Provincial Government offers free standardized designs for small-scale, multi-unit housing and accessory units. Designs include seven concepts for multi-unit housing and three for accessory dwelling units, customizable to needs.
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