Musqueam Title Across Metro Vancouver
The Canadian federal government has signed a rights agreement with the Musqueam First Nations that spans the entire Metro Vancouver region. The deal, presented as a step toward reconciliation, introduces uncertainty over land ownership and the valuation of existing properties. Vancouver’s housing market is already under pressure, with home sales falling to the third‑lowest level in the past 25 years. Analysts warn that the agreement could further dampen buyer confidence and affect transaction volumes.
House Flipping at an All Time Low, a Good or Bad Thing?
House flipping in Vancouver has plunged to under 2% of home sales, down sharply from a roughly 15% peak in 2007. The decline has been underway for several years and accelerated as house prices stopped rising and started to fall....
Vancouver Rents Have Fallen 16% Over Three Years
Vancouver’s rental market has softened dramatically, with average rents dropping 16% over the past three years. The city’s vacancy rate has surged to a three‑decade high, reflecting a broader 16‑month rent‑decline trend across Canada. Analysts link the slowdown to heightened...
Vancouver & Toronto Real Estate Market Update February 2026
Vancouver and Toronto housing markets entered 2026 with a sharp slowdown, as home sales fell more than 20% year‑over‑year. Rising inventory and cautious buyers are pushing prices lower across multiple segments. The market’s direction now hinges on interest‑rate expectations, with...