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Pemberton Commercial and Development Update

July 31st, 2026
Pemberton’s commercial and development market continues to show steady activity in 2026. Several industrial properties have sold so far this year, with a combined value of just over $4.1 million and an average sale price of approximately $1.37 million. Sales range from a 0.48-acre industrial lot at $949,000 to improved properties trading between $1.25 million and $1.9 million. What stands ...

COFFEE AND A FEW MARKET REPORTS ANYONE ?

July 21st, 2026
Early Signs of Stability in a Cautious Market.   I just posted the Royal LePage June Q2 report and compared it to the recent BC Real Estate Association Report for July.The two reports are aligned overall, but they measure different things. BCREA highlights improving sales across BC, while Royal LePage focuses on some price declines in Greater Vancouver. The combination suggests early stab ...

Royal LePage 2026 House Price Report Q2

July 21st, 2026
According to Royal LePage’s 2026 second quarter housing report, the Canadian housing market began to regain momentum in May after a slow start to the year and, in several regions, that activity is now carrying into the summer.
 The report suggests buyers have not disappeared. Many have simply been taking their time. With more inventory available in some markets, they can compare options an ...

Navigating a More Balanced Market

June 11th, 2026
As we move into summer, the Greater Vancouver market continues to feel steady and balanced. Buyers have more choice than we've seen in recent years, while home values have remained relatively stable, creating a more predictable environment for both buyers and sellers. Detached homes continue to perform well, with demand holding up and pricing showing signs of resilience. While the condo mar ...

Renewed Buyer Confidence Signals Emerging Opportunities

May 15th, 2026
April’s Metro Vancouver market remained balanced, with home sales down 2.5% year over year and inventory helping keep prices steady. Detached homes are showing renewed momentum, while condo and townhouse activity has softened. As spring progresses, growing buyer confidence could signal more movement across all segments. 

A Softer First Quarter With A More Active March

April 24th, 2026
After a long winter and continued economic uncertainty, Canada’s typical spring momentum arrived later than usual. Nationally, aggregate home prices declined 2.0% year over year in Q1, though values edged up 0.7% compared to the previous quarter. Vancouver saw a 4.5% annual decline, while Toronto softened similarly. Montreal, notably, posted gains. That said, the full story isn’t in the head ...

A Market Finding Its Footing With Early Signs of More Activity

April 24th, 2026
Royal LePage’s latest report reflects what many of us have been experiencing firsthand this spring. Aggregate home prices are down modestly year over year, yet activity has been on the rise.In recent weeks, I’ve seen many sides. My listing on 1938 Adanac Street in Vancouver had three showings the first day on the market and was sold in one day. This is a good reminder that buyers are active w ...

Spring Will Tell the Story But Strategy Starts Now

March 10th, 2026
The headlines say sales are down. Listings are cautious. Prices have softened year over year. None of that surprises me. What does matter is what sits beneath the numbers. Inventory is building, but sellers aren’t rushing. In my experience, that’s not a crisis but a positioning. Markets like this reward preparation, patience, and strategy. Buyers have room to negotiate. Sellers who price prop ...

Where Vancouver's Real Estate Market Stands at Year-End

January 25th, 2026
The Greater Vancouver housing market closed the fourth quarter of 2025 with modest price declines, reflecting a period of adjustment following several years of volatility. Aggregate home prices softened both year over year and quarter over quarter, with detached homes experiencing the greatest pressure, while condominiums and attached properties showed comparatively stronger resilience. Sales ...

Canada’s Winter Recreation Market Rebounds as ‘Buy Canadian’ Trend Boosts Demand


November 20th, 2025
I was recently asked to contribute to the Royal LePage® Winter Recreation Market report for Whistler. Here is a quick recap of the latest market insights and please click the link below to read the full report. 
In 2025, Canada's top ski regions have seen a strong rebound in sales and property prices following a slow 2024. Royal LePage® forecasts a 4.0% increase in single-family home prices ...
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