In late February, the provincial government announced its intention to institute the BC home flipping tax, set to take effect on January 1, 2025. The tax, part of the Provincial Budget 2024, targets income from properties sold within two years of purchase in British Columbia, aiming to discourage

As rent prices climb and vacancy rates remain consistently below the national average, the evolving rental market is poised to take center stage in Vancouver's real estate discussions throughout 2024. Join us as we break down the challenges and opportunities shaping the region's rental landscape

Traditionally, the MLA Intel Report has included a breakdown of the presale activity over the past year as well as forecasting for the year ahead. However, as MLA Canada looks to find new ways to best serve our clients, our content and focus have continued to evolve. This year, a new source of

The recent Union of the BC Municipalities (UBCM) 2024 housing summit created a critical moment to collectively address British Columbia's acute housing crisis. The summit took place in Vancouver in mid-February and brought together all three levels of government—federal, provincial, and local—to

In a recent decision, Kelowna's municipal government has taken a hard stance on short-term rentals, ushering in a wave of unintended consequences affecting various stakeholders in the community. While the move aims to address housing supply issues and affordability concerns, its repercussions have

Calgary's real estate market is going to have a lot of eyes on it in 2024. It’s clear an evolution is unfolding, fueled by dynamic shifts in migration patterns, economic activities, and a burgeoning population. These trends are changing the makeup of the city and redefining affordability and

In this month's Trending Topic, our hosts, Suzana Goncalves and Brittany Reimer, are joined by real estate veteran Ashley Judd, as they delve into the dynamics of the rental market and uncover critical insights. The overarching theme revolves around the delicate balance of supply and demand, with

February 2024 Fraser Valley Real Estate Market Insights Welcome to the February 2024 Fraser Valley Presale Pulse episode, a real estate show brought to you by hosts Suzana Goncalves and Brittany Reimer. Watch the video to understand the latest macroeconomics, presale, and resale trends over the last