The price of looking new
Posted on Oct 11, 2026 in Buying
An $80,000 renovation doesn’t necessarily make a home worth $80,000 more.
Renovation costs and market value are two different things. A beautifully updated kitchen might transform how a home feels, but buyers are ultimately comparing it with what else their money can buy, not what the seller spent.
There’s another consideration that’s easier to overl...
The cost of a hallway
Posted on Oct 05, 2026 in Buying
A hallway counts toward your square footage just like a living room. But it doesn’t offer the same possibilities.
That’s why two homes measuring 850 square feet can feel remarkably different. One accommodates a proper dining table, comfortable seating, and practical storage. The other loses valuable space to corridors, awkward corners, and rooms tha...
The view has neighbours
Posted on Sep 28, 2026 in Buying
A view can be one of the most valuable features of a home. It’s also one of the few you have little control over.
In Vancouver, an open outlook often depends on what’s across the street: a low-rise building, an undeveloped parcel, or a gap between towers. Buyers may pay a substantial premium for that openness without considering who owns the land ma...