Buying Tips

Your essential guide to understanding the financial data and key differences between Vancouver's two most complex leasehold markets.In Vancouver’s high-cost real estate market, leasehold properties appear to offer a deep discount. Buyers are drawn to the lower sticker price, but the savings come with complex, non-negotiable financial restrictions...

When most people hear the word leasehold, they think “less valuable.” But in Metro Vancouver, some of the region’s most desirable neighbourhoods — UBC, SFU, and several First Nations master-planned communities — operate entirely on leasehold land.And yet, prices remain strong, resale demand is steady, and banks readily finance them.
Here’s why these...

Leasehold homes in Vancouver can look like a great deal, but they come with important differences from freehold ownership. Here’s what to understand about how leaseholds work and what to watch for.

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Understanding Leasehold Properties in Vancouver

If you’ve been browsing Vancouver listings, you may have noticed some homes described as “leasehold.” Thes...

Thinking about buying your first home? Before you start scrolling through listings or booking showings, there are a few key steps that will save you time, stress, and (potentially) money.Here are the five most important things I recommend doing first — so that when the perfect home pops up, you’re ready to act with confidence.

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1️⃣ Check Your Finance...

If you’ve been eyeing a detached home in Vancouver — or thinking about moving up from a condo or townhome — here’s some good news: that part of the market is cooling. For buyers, that means more choices, less competition, and better leverage when you make an offer.Let’s look at what’s happening, why it’s happening, and how you can make the most of...