Real Estate News

GVR

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

BCFSA and Greater Vancouver REALTORS® Agree to Information Sharing Partnership to Enhance Data-Driven Regulatory Oversight and Reduce Reporting Burden

BC Financial Services Authority (BCFSA) and the Greater Vancouver Realtors (GVR) have entered into an information-sharing partnership designed to strengthen data-driven regulatory oversight and reduce reporting burden for real estate professionals. (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Radon gas is a silent threat you might not know about

Find out why radon gas can be dangerous to your health, and what you can do about it. (2 minute read)

GVR

Friday, January 17, 2025

How to translate our website into different languages

Learn how to see websites, including GVR's, in other languages. (1 minute read)

Home Ownership

Friday, January 10, 2025

Property assessments see minimal increases for 2025

There are no surprises this year as assessment changes remained small in Greater Vancouver. (5 minute read)

Urban Planning

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

Delta making it easier to build a secondary suite

The new Home Suite Home program aims to encourage property owners to add a secondary suite to their home. (3 minute read)

Home Ownership

Thursday, April 25, 2024

20 grants and rebates for homebuyers and owners

Save money using these grants and rebates. (6 minute read)

Home Ownership

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Prepare your home for sale

Are you thinking of selling your home? Before your REALTOR® begins showing your home, you will want to make sure it’s in tip-top condition.

Home Ownership

Thursday, January 18, 2024

New regulations for stratas help get more electric vehicles on the road

These regulations outline a process for strata property residents to request to install an EV charging station. (2 minute read)

Urban Planning

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Building homes faster and cheaper with ready-made designs

The BC government plans to create up to 10 standardized home designs inspired by the Vancouver Special. (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Seniors aging in place, longer

How will the increasing number of senior households affect the real estate market? (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Tuesday, November 28, 2023

4 things to know about heat pumps

Learn how heat pumps are an energy-efficient way of transferring heat in and out of a home. (3 minute read)

Home Ownership

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Financing your home

When you're looking to buy a home, it's important to understand the steps for getting a mortgage. (3 minute read)

Urban Planning

Monday, September 25, 2023

Vancouver allows up to eight units on single family lots

The change aims to address the housing crisis and simplify zoning regulations. (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Monday, August 28, 2023

Taking care of your yard during a heat wave and drought

Here's how to make your lawn and garden look good when the weather isn't. (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Tuesday, July 18, 2023

Asbestos remediation – new certification required for contractors

Home owners looking to renovate older homes will need to ensure their contractors are certified. (2 minute read)

Urban Planning

Monday, June 19, 2023

What well-designed density looks like: Southlands in Tsawwassen

This area demonstrates a new model of well-designed density through innovative practices. (2 minute read)

Urban Planning

Friday, June 9, 2023

BC government identifies 47 municipalities that must densify

The identified municipalities must address local barriers to construction and update zoning bylaws. (2 minute read)

Urban Planning

Thursday, May 11, 2023

Disaster funding for flooding makes local communities safer

Learn more about initiatives to mitigate flood damage and assess flood risks around Greater Vancouver. (3 minute read)

Home Ownership

Monday, May 8, 2023

6 bathroom renovation mistakes to avoid

Avoid costly mistakes for a worry-free bathroom reno. (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Tuesday, April 25, 2023

Get your outdoor living room ready for spring and summer fun

Tips to make your outdoor space a naturally inviting part of your home. (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Friday, April 14, 2023

Heating your home with oil? Get up to $10K for a new heat pump

The federal government is offering up to $10K for low- and median-income homeowners to install an energy-efficient heat pump. (1 minute read)

Home Ownership

Monday, April 3, 2023

Know the rules when insuring secondary suites

Having insurance coverage is vital. There’s a misconception among home owners that their existing policy will cover a suite. It doesn’t.

Home Ownership

Friday, March 31, 2023

Canada amends foreign buyer ban regulations

The federal government amended its foreign buyer ban regulations, allowing more flexibility. (3 minute read)

Home Ownership

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

How to prepare your lawn for winter

Follow these tips for a healthy lawn next summer! (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Friday, September 9, 2022

Here are 9 ways to get ready for fall

Sure signs that fall is coming are shorter days and the start of school. Fall also means it’s time to begin preparing our homes for oncoming cooler weather.

Home Ownership

Monday, August 22, 2022

Home renos: plan for success

Your home reno can be less stressful if you plan wisely. Find out how! (3 minute read)

Urban Planning

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Council passes Vancouver Plan

The plan promises new densification to accommodate 260,000 new residents and 210,000 new jobs. (1 minute read)

Home Ownership

Monday, August 8, 2022

Preparing for a flood

Many residents and businesses in the Lower Mainland are located in a floodplain - close to or beside local rivers, creeks, or coastlines.

Home Ownership

Friday, July 8, 2022

Home security – 11 tips to protect your belongings

It’s summertime and the living is easy, especially for potential thieves.

Urban Planning

Thursday, June 30, 2022

Broadway Plan approved: 30,000 new homes coming

The approved Broadway plan will include a significant number of new homes, increase tenant protection, new space for more jobs, and more. (3 minute read)

Home Ownership

Monday, June 20, 2022

It’s easy being green: here are 6 lawn alternatives

Lawn alternatives that help bees, save water, eliminate chaffer beetles, and more!

Home Ownership

Monday, February 28, 2022

3 easy ways to help keep your home green clean

Keeping a green-clean home is not only better for the environment, it can be better for your health and your wallet. (2 minute read)

Home Ownership

Monday, February 28, 2022

Get your home ready for spring using these simple steps

Spring is a time of renewal for both you and your home. As you emerge from your winter cocoon, you’ll want to start the spring repairs and updates your home requires.

Urban Planning

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Fee simple row houses offer gentle, more affordable density

There are many strata townhomes but very few fee-simple, individually owned row homes in Metro Vancouver. Why? And how can row homes help with affordability? (3 minute read)

Home Ownership

Wednesday, October 13, 2021

7 ways to get the most out of small living spaces

Small living spaces are a reality for more and more homeowners. But small spaces don’t have to mean small dreams.

Home Ownership

Thursday, June 10, 2021

What’s a reverse mortgage?

How can older home owners cover their expenses without selling their home?

Home Ownership

Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Resolving strata disputes

Strata corporations, strata owners, residents and strata council members can access online services through the BC Civil Resolution Tribunal to resolve solve disputes.

Home Ownership

Thursday, May 20, 2021

Stratas: Maintenance fees and special levies

What are maintenance fees and special levies for stratas and how are they determined?

Home Ownership

Wednesday, April 28, 2021

What's a non-conforming strata? What you need to know to avoid headaches

If you’ve heard the term “non-conforming strata” before, there’s something you should know: There’s no such thing. Find out why.

Home Ownership

Monday, February 22, 2021

Eight ways you can prepare for a disaster

Natural disasters can strike at any time. Earthquakes, floods, and fires can spring up quickly and endanger homes and businesses. What can you do to prepare?

Home Ownership

Friday, February 12, 2021

Aging in place: Top tips on how you can adapt your home

Whether you’re looking for your ‘forever’ home or already live there, adjusting its design will help make your life easier and safer.

Home Ownership

Friday, August 14, 2020

Home suite home: Making a basement suite feel like home

Making the most of a limited space is a constant challenge for home owners with basement suites.

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