Dr Sam Mehrbod’s Blog
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Is Vancouver’s Condo Market Turning Toward Buyers?
By late 2025, Vancouver’s condo sales are expected to continue slowing amid market challenges. High interest rates will keep borrowing costs elevated, impacting buyer affordability and financing. Foreign buyer restrictions may limit demand, easing some competition for local buyers. Population growth is slowing, potentially reducing overall condo demand in the near future. Buyers in late…
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Vancouver: Are AAA Offices the Future of Work?
AAA Real Estate in Vancouver remains in high demand despite broader office market struggles. Lower-tier office buildings face rising vacancies as tenants favour flexible, high-quality spaces with premium amenities.
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Vancouver 2025: Smart Buyers Seize This Moment
Rising inventory provides buyers with greater choice and powerful negotiation leverage. Detached and townhome segments offer long-term value in high-demand zones.
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Vancouver home sales tick 2% lower in July, but market is turning a corner
Vancouver-area home sales fell 2% in July from last year, with 2,286 sales recorded, 13.9% below the 10-year average. Prices dropped 2.7% year-over-year to $1,165,300. Inventory rose nearly 20%, keeping prices stable despite recovering sales. Fraser Valley saw a 3% sales decline, with prices down 0.7% to $944,800. Market conditions favor buyers amid ongoing economic…
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Should You List Now or Wait for the Star Repair? Insights for Vancouver Sellers
Check current market demand and price trends in Vancouver to decide if listing now maximizes your property's value. Assess how the star repair could affect your home's marketability and whether it can increase its sale price. Determine your urgency to sell and weigh it against potential benefits of waiting until after the repair. Consult a…
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How Can You Set the Stage for Winning Offers?
Provide a comprehensive disclosure package before listing: Include seller disclosures, inspections, HOA documents, and a FAQ to inform buyers upfront.Promote open house opportunities: Utilize MLS tools to list open house dates and times, making it easier for buyers to attend.
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Vancouver’s Suburbs Outshine Downtown Offices in Q2
Downtown vacancy hit 11.9%, suburbs improved to 9.9%. A and AAA offices downtown still attract strong leasing.
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Vancouver 2026-2027: Bounce Back Begins
Home sales expected to rebound, supported by improving economic conditions and easing trade tensions. Average prices may rise slightly as demand returns and inventory remains limited. Rental vacancies to edge higher, but rent increases will continue moderately. Construction activity may pick up, especially in high-density developments. Investor sentiment improving with greater clarity on trade and…
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Vancouver 2025: Flat Prices Amid Pent-up Demand
MLS® residential sales forecast to dip ~1.1% in 2025 before rebounding 8.8% in 2026. Active listings likely to remain above 40,000 for first time in over a decade
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Vancouver Housing: Sales Down 9.8%
Vancouver-area home sales fell 9.8% in June, continuing a trend of cautious buyer activity. June sales totalled 2,181, about 25% below the region’s 10-year seasonal average. New listings rose 10.3% year-over-year, while active listings climbed 23.8% to 17,561. The average benchmark price dropped 2.8% year-over-year to $1,173,100 in June. Apartments saw the sharpest decline at…