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Metro Vancouver developers propose shifting construction fees directly to homebuyers

Metro Vancouver developers propose shifting construction fees directly to homebuyers

Metro Vancouver developers say they should not be on the hook for development cost charges levied on new home construction projects to pay for growth-related infrastructure; one developer has pitched a proposal that such fees be paid by homebuyers directly, upon purchase.
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Don’t rule out 75bp cut in overnight rate, says CIBC economist

Don’t rule out 75bp cut in overnight rate, says CIBC economist

Wednesday's interest rate decision by Bank of Canada could pack a large punch
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Vancouver project takes aim at B.C.’s commercial rent crisis

Vancouver project takes aim at B.C.’s commercial rent crisis

Multi-phase initiative aims to help independent businesses grapple with affordability issues
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Port Moody's tallest towers would come with a grocery store, plaza and pedestrian bridge

Port Moody's tallest towers would come with a grocery store, plaza and pedestrian bridge

Vancouver-based PCI Developments wants to build two 39-storey rental towers next to the Moody Centre SkyTrain station.
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Competition Bureau seeking input on property controls in grocery industry

Competition Bureau seeking input on property controls in grocery industry

GATINEAU, Que. — The Competition Bureau issued a call-out Monday, seeking information from grocery retailers and those in the real estate business about restrictive real estate clauses in the Canadian grocery industry.
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Is the new Canadian homebuyer more likely to be a solo buyer?

Is the new Canadian homebuyer more likely to be a solo buyer?

According to a recent survey, 42 per cent of prospective first-time homebuyers said they were considering applying for a mortgage alone.
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Opinion: B.C. housing speculators should be praised, not demonized

Opinion: B.C. housing speculators should be praised, not demonized

Risk-takers are essential for increasing housing supply and improving affordability, says BCREA
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Anthem Citizen IPO expected to close this month amid significant investor interest

Anthem Citizen IPO expected to close this month amid significant investor interest

Offering understood to be first of its kind for primarily residential asset in Canada
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Vancouver office market attracting foreign buyers, says report

Vancouver office market attracting foreign buyers, says report

Next 9-12 months could provide profitable window for foreign investors, says Avison Young
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Opinion: B.C. housing promises should leave voters questioning real impact

Opinion: B.C. housing promises should leave voters questioning real impact

The Rustad Rebate and the BC NDP housing plan both come with costly risks
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