Vancouver's Housing Market Heats Up Again

Sales rebound to near-record levels, but singe-family home sales are soft.

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Original Article Seen: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2017/06/02/vancouver-home-sales_n_16923866.html

Dylan Heerema: Gas vs. Electricity: The True Cost Of Home Heating In B.C.

It's not always easy to separate the energy used to heat your home from that used to power lights and appliances, heat water, and charge electronics. For example, there are two different electricity rates (or tiers) charged by your utility. After consuming a certain amount of energy each month, you start being charged at a higher rate. Both B.C. Hydro and FortisBC also charge a fixed amount on each bill, in addition to charging for the energy you consume. You can see how it might be difficult to understand the costs and benefits of different heating options.

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This Vancouver House Can Be Yours For 2,099 .. Bitcoin

If you're planning to buy a house in Vancouver, you may want to stock up on some bitcoin.

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Original Article Seen: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2017/05/15/vancouver-house-for-sale-bitcoin_n_16626534.html

Samantha Brookes: The Pros, Cons And Pitfalls Of 'New' Versus 'Used' Homes

Surprising to many, homes come with warranties -- well, new homes that is. New-construction condominiums, townhouses and free-standing homes are automatically covered for issues related to construction and assembly of the home -- pipes, paint and everything in between.

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Steve Kux: Why Affordable Housing Is An Environmental Issue

During this B.C. election, decision-makers say they're acting on climate change and conserving the environment without acknowledging that out-of-control housing costs work in direct opposition to those goals. Hundreds of thousands of people commute into and out of cities they cannot afford to live in.

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Soaring Prices, Changing Lifestyles Are Making Canada A Condo Nation

A growing contingent of Canadian families are opting for the compact condo lifestyle over the white picket fence and the sprawling suburban McMansion.

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Original Article Seen: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2017/05/03/canada-condo-living_n_16406952.html

400 Sq.-Ft. Suite Advertised For $1,700/Month, Because Vancouver

"The province and the city has abandoned the working class and this is ridiculous."

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Original Article Seen: http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2017/05/01/vancouver-micro-suite_n_16366072.html