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Did you know assessments are conducted in July of the previous year? It’s almost that time of year when BC assessments are conducted – not released – but the information is gathered for the release of the values in 2021. That all makes perfect sense right? Assessments conducted and prices rolled out 6+ months later? […]

For many first time home buyers, the idea of purchasing a home may feel daunting, especially when there are additional costs like legal fees, inspection fees, and land transfer taxes to take into consideration. Luckily, there are government resources in place to help those purchasing a home for the first time.  Exclusive to British Columbians, […]

Hi friends and followers! Wow – what a crazy time. Our team has been busy behind the scenes trying to keep our clients informed, schedule listing timelines, working alongside our buyers and sellers and managing our family and home lives at the same time. Real Estate is still considered an essential service and we are […]

We hope you, your family and loved ones are staying safe during these uncertain times. In just a few short weeks, COVID-19 has affected the lives of all Canadians to varying degrees. For some, it has been a personal upheaval—scrambling to adhere to Social Distancing protocols and getting basic necessities, while figuring out what to […]

The Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver just released the latest monthly market report. Wondering what all of this means? Well, The Ruth & David Group continue to experience a busy summer. However, making sure each team member is well-travelled, spending time with their families and enjoying the sunshine. The short clip below are recent […]

Metro Vancouver’s housing market is evolving from its typical high-priced listings that sell above asking prices. With lower prices around the city and more options to choose from, it’s a buyer’s market! Read on for this month’s real estate update. Increased Supply and Decreased Demand As supply increases, now is the time to be a […]

Dearest friends and followers! I wanted to properly introduce myself. I’m Ayla White and I’m the luckiest new member of the Ruth and David Group. I am beyond thrilled to be joining such a fun and successful group of Real Estate Experts in Vancouver. It also doesn’t hurt that they’ve consistently been one of the […]

When you purchase a property in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, you are possibly subject to a variety of different property taxes. To understand those taxes, I’ve put together a guide that better explains them. Taxes are implemented by the government for a number of reasons. They help pay for public services such as education, the […]

So the media says we’re down A lot of people seem to think the market is hurting and the media is quick to call it a downturn. Well we can tell you from our recent experience on the ground that the Vancouver real estate market is still moving. Many well-priced, well-marketed properties still sell within […]

With the holiday season here, there usually comes a slowdown in Greater Vancouver. Yesterday, for us however, it was the contrary. We had 3 home sales in East Vancouver & New Westminster, with 2 of them being multiple offers. Our open houses over the weekend generated good traffic. The demand is still high and buyers are […]