Category : Real Estate


Alberta Wine Tax Scrapped, Replaced with Flat Markup

Alberta's UCP government has eliminated the controversial ad valorem wine tax, replacing it with a 58-cent-per-litre flat markup increase. Merchants and restaurateurs celebrate the change, which they say unfairly targeted premium wines.

Musqueam Agreements Impact on B.C. Property Owners

A detailed analysis of the Musqueam agreements and their legal, financial, and social implications for private property owners across British Columbia, exploring rights, responsibilities, and future developments.

Alberta Reforms Wine Tax Policy: Model for Provinces

Alberta's decision to eliminate its ad valorem wine markup in Budget 2026, following industry feedback, offers a blueprint for other provinces to reduce interprovincial trade barriers and increase transparency in liquor taxation.

Calgary Realtors Shift to Cloud Brokerages as Sales Fall

Calgary's cooling housing market is driving real estate agents toward cloud-based brokerages like LPT Realty, which offer lower fees and revenue-sharing models. This industry shift reflects changing business priorities as sales volumes decline.

Gibsons Cottage Sells for $1.36M After Modern Renovation

A fully renovated two-bedroom cottage in Gibsons, known as Magnolia Cottage, recently sold for $1,360,000 after 21 days on market. The property features modern upgrades including quartz countertops, remote-controlled window coverings, and outdoor living s

eXp Realty Launches New Homes Division for Agents

eXp Realty has officially launched its New Homes division, providing agents with elite certification, builder-centric marketing tools, and a global network to master the new construction market from urban builds to master-planned communities.

Canadian Home Sales Plunge in January

Canadian home sales experienced their steepest decline since February 2025, dropping nearly 6% in January, while new listings surged over 7%. Despite these shifts, the national housing market maintains a balance between buyers and sellers, with regional v

Edmonton Home Prices May Continue Downward Trend

Edmonton's real estate market shows signs of softening with a recent rise in inventory and drop in sales, potentially leading to tougher times for sellers. Experts analyze trends and predict modest price corrections ahead.

Kitsilano Residents Dread 28 New Towers in Broadway Plan

Vancouver's historic Kitsilano neighborhood faces transformation as 28 new residential towers are approved under the Broadway plan, displacing long-term residents and erasing unique character despite widespread opposition.

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