Earlier this year, the City of Victoria advanced its draft 10-year Official Community Plan, Victoria 2050, to include a formal Tenant Protection Bylaw that tightens property owner’s..
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Uncovering the Hidden ROI: How Proactive Property Maintenance Maximizes Your Investmentc
Many investors and landlords often overlook the financial benefits of proactive property maintenance. However, regular inspections, prompt repairs, and preventive upkeep not only cut long-term costs and..
From Peak Seller Conditions to Metro Divergence – Alberta’s Residential Market from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025
Alberta’s housing market from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025 reflected the impacts of rapid population growth, shifting supply conditions, and notable differences in performance between Calgary and..
Inventory Growth Surpasses Sales Decline in BC Residential Market from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025
British Columbia’s housing market opened 2025 on a different footing than it did a year earlier, as home buying activity slowed while listings and available inventory climbed. ..
The Impact of Secondary Suites on Property Value in Canadian Cities
Secondary suites – self-contained rental units like basement apartments or laneway homes – are a growing trend across Canada. As housing costs have risen, many Canadians are..
Tips for Selling a Recreational Investment Property
Selling a recreational investment property, such as a cottage or vacation home, requires a strategic approach to highlight its unique appeal, attract the right buyers and earn..
Manitoba Residential and Rental Market Update: Home Sales and Prices Rise in March 2025
Manitoba’s housing sector demonstrated resilience in March 2025. Manitoba’s residential real estate market demonstrated sturdy performance in the first quarter, balancing record-high price levels with rising sales..
Renovations and Additions that Maximize Seasonal Income from Canadian Cottage Rentals
Cottage owners in Canada stand to gain significantly by investing in targeted renovations and additions that not only enhance the guest experience but also boost revenue potential…
Guelph Approves High-Rise Policy Changes to Boost Downtown Growth in Key Areas
Guelph City Council has approved two complementary policy changes designed to accelerate high-rise development in the city’s primary growth corridors—Downtown and the Stone Road/Edinburgh Road area—while protecting..
Top 5 Calgary Neighbourhoods for Residential Real Estate Investment in 2025
Calgary’s real estate landscape is being reshaped by sustained population growth, a tightening rental market and renewed economic momentum, factors that both fuel demand and elevate the..