Squamish Real Estate News

Canada’s best and worst cities to buy home on single income (INFOGRAPHIC)

Canada is a hugely diverse country – and so are its real estate markets. The Lower Mainland and Greater Toronto are notoriously expensive, while some areas are still extremely affordable – even if you’re on a single-person income.

Mar 21, 2018 12:36 PM Read more >

Developers speak to Squamish business community

Several development companies share their thoughts at Chamber of Commerce forum

Mar 20, 2018 1:44 PM Read more >

Want an affordable home? Move to Northern B.C., invites real estate board

If you dream of owning a spacious detached home on a large lot, it can be yours for a fraction of the cost of those in Metro Vancouver and the capital region, according to a new report by the B.C. Northern Real Estate Board.

Mar 19, 2018 11:15 AM Read more >

B.C. government announces tipline to report real estate misconduct

There is now a way for the public to report shady real estate deals. The Real Estate Council of British Columbia announced the launch Thursday of an anonymous tipline “to enhance consume protection in British Columbia’s real estate market.

Mar 15, 2018 12:50 PM Read more >

Home sales across B.C. hit by strict new mortgage rules

Home sales across the province fell on an annual basis in February, due to tough new rules that make qualifying for a mortgage harder, according to a B.C. Real Estate Association report released March 14. A total of 6,206 B.C.

Mar 14, 2018 11:51 AM Read more >

Many residents' voices heard at OCP public hearings

Many people attended the two-night process to voice their concerns about development and land use

Mar 14, 2018 8:28 AM Read more >

B.C. home sales forecast to drop 8.6 per cent this year

Just because home sales are slowing and mortgage rates are climbing, you shouldn't expect any home price corrections, according to the latest forecast by the B.C. Real Estate Association (BCREA).

Mar 9, 2018 9:41 AM Read more >

Federal budget lacks support for housing: Squamish Mayor

Last year’s budget more favourable to local governments

Mar 9, 2018 7:00 AM Read more >

‘Dual agency’ real estate rules booted to June

Industry concern cited while commercial agents call for separation from residential

Feb 28, 2018 7:38 AM Read more >

Squamish residents can learn from Whistler co-housing proposal

Seniors targeted for multi-generational communal living

Feb 26, 2018 8:38 AM Read more >