Interest rates stabilized, improving affordability and enabling predictable mortgage planning for investors.
Rental demand stays strong, vacancies remain low, providing dependable cash flow for investors.
Limited new construction and supportive policies keep family homes competitive and long-term values intact.
Policy shifts and modest GDP growth support sustainable housing demand and strategic investment opportunities.
The 2026 property assessments for about 1,140,000 properties in British Columbia's Lower Mainland reflect market values as of July 1, 2025. Most homeowners can expect assessed value decreases between -10% to 0%, with regional variations. Total assessments in the Lower Mainland dropped from $2.01 trillion to $1.92 trillion, including $24 billion from new developments. Property owners can review assessments online and appeal by February 2 if needed. Assessment changes do not directly determine property taxes.
Saving money on a mortgage in 2026 requires focusing on the overall strategy, not just the lowest rate. Key factors include comparing mortgage features like prepayment privileges, penalties, and flexibility. Shorter fixed terms, accelerated payments, and prepayments can reduce interest costs. Refinancing may save money if costs are carefully evaluated. Tax incentives and using home equity for debt consolidation or projects can also help.
恭喜發財. Wishing you prosperity.
Lunar New Year, is the most important celebration observed in China, with cultural and historic significance.The New Year celebration is centered around removing the bad and the old, and welcoming the new and the good.
Traditional activities include reunion dinner, cleaning houses, visiting family members, setting off firecrackers and fireworks, and doing some religious practices.
May the New Year bring many good things and rich blessings to you and all those you love!
Nearly 350 rental units may be built in Clayton after council approved bylaw amendments for three six-storey rental buildings on land east of the Clayton Community Centre. The development will include two mixed-use buildings and one residential building, totaling 342 rental units and 1,717 square meters of commercial space. The land use will change from commercial to multiple residential.
In some families, it’s a day to spend time playing in the snow, building snowmen, or having snowball fights.
Some families take advantage of the long weekend to have a "staycation" and enjoy the activities in their own city or town.
Take advantage of this wonderful time of year to reinforce your family bonds.
Wishing you wonderful and peaceful moments with your loved ones on this family day.
The average rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom apartment in Metro Vancouver dropped by $9 to $2,111, continuing a year-long decline of $182. West Vancouver remains the most expensive, with one-bedrooms at $2,487, followed by North Vancouver and Vancouver. Burnaby and Richmond complete the top five. Surrey offers more affordable rents, with one-bedrooms averaging $1,724. Furnished unit prices also generally decreased, with Vancouver being the priciest and Surrey the cheapest.
Mortgage rates in 2026 are lower than in early 2025, but securing the best rate requires strategy. Key tips include boosting your credit score, lowering your debt-to-income ratio to 25% or less, making a larger down payment, and buying discount points to reduce interest rates. Consider temporary rate buydowns, adjustable-rate mortgages, shorter loan terms, or assumable mortgages. Refinancing may be beneficial if rates drop 1-2% below your current rate.
Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14 around the world, and candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine
Valentine greetings were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s didn’t begin to appear until after 1400.
By the middle of the 18th, it was common for friends and lovers of all social classes to exchange small tokens of affection or handwritten notes.
Many people celebrate their love for their partner by sending cards or letters, giving gifts or flowers and arranging meals.
May this Valentine’s Day get you some time to spend with your loved ones.
Wishing you loads of love and happiness on this day. Happy Valentine’s Day!
Home buyers finally get certainty: rates likely won’t swing wildly now.
Stable rates mean no surprise hikes, letting buyers plan confidently for 2026.
Canada’s housing market won’t explode in 2026, growth barely nudging 1.5% nationwide.
If BoC surprises, cuts are likelier than rate hikes.