The 2026 Guide to South Surrey & White Rock School Catchments: Investing in Your Family’s Future In South Surrey and White Rock, a home is more than just real estate—it’s an enrollment key to some of British Columbia’s highest-ranking educational institutions. In 2026, as the market "resets," homes in top-tier catchments like Semiahmoo and Elgin Park continue to show the highest price resilience and resale demand. As a local expert who has helped over... [read more]

June 5, 2025 – The Bank of Canada has announced that it will hold its key interest rate at 2.75%, signalling cautious optimism while monitoring inflation and economic stability. While the rate remains unchanged for now, real estate professionals and economists alike agree — this could be the turning point that brings renewed confidence to buyers and sellers across the Fraser Valley and South Surrey markets. What Happened: Key Takeaways from the Rate Decision Overnight... [read more]

May 2025 Real Estate Market Update – White Rock / South Surrey & Fraser Valley On the heels of a relatively quiet April, the Fraser Valley housing market experienced a modest but notable increase in activity throughout May. Buyer confidence appears to be slowly returning, yet high inventory levels continue to shape a buyer-friendly environment. Fraser Valley Overview: Sales Volume: 1,183 homes sold on the MLS® in May, up 13% from April, but still 22% lower than May... [read more]

Canada's New GST Rebate for First-Time Home Buyers: What You Need to Know If you're a first-time home buyer in Canada, there's exciting news that could make owning your first home more affordable. As of May 2025, the federal government has introduced a game-changing incentive: a GST rebate program designed specifically for first-time buyers. This new rebate could save you tens of thousands of dollars on your new home purchase, while also boosting new housing construction... [read more]

On May 13, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney appointed Gregor Robertson as Canada’s new Minister of Housing and Infrastructure — a move that has real estate professionals and home buyers paying close attention. Robertson, best known for his tenure as Vancouver’s mayor from 2008 to 2018, brings a deep understanding of urban policy, sustainability, and housing affordability to the federal table. His background positions him uniquely to address Canada’s housing crisis... [read more]