Cindy Paddington Realtor

09/07/2026

Everybody loves a long weekend — but does it get spent catching up on chores and errands, or is it strictly a couch-and-coffee kind of day?

🏡 Some tackle the garage, others tackle nothing at all, and both are valid weekend goals. What's the go-to move: productivity or pure relaxation?

No matter how the extra day gets spent, hope it's a great one! ☀️

09/04/2026

AUGUST MARKET STATS ARE OUT! 📊

Metro Vancouver’s housing market continued its downward trend to close out the summer, with sales and new listings both lower than last August. 🏡 While prices have softened across all market segments, buyers continue to have ample selection and more favourable conditions.

Here’s a little breakdown:

• Last month's sales were 4.6% fewer than a year before.
• There were 3% fewer homes listed than the previous year.
• The benchmark price for all home types was $1,081,900.

📲 Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions!

For more information, visit: https://www.gvrealtors.ca/market-stats-reports/monthly-market-report

08/27/2026

Interest rates might feel like a dry topic — but they have a very real impact on how much home a budget can actually reach. 💡 Even a small rate shift can change monthly payments meaningfully.

If the goal is to buy this year, it's worth understanding how rates factor into the plan — reach out to talk it through.

08/21/2026

My August newsletter is officially here! 🎉 Coquitlam real estate and local market updates — all packed into this month's issue. Click below to read and subscribe.

I hope you've all had a good and safe summer. As a homeowner and lifetime resident of British Columbia, my heart is breaking for all of the families who have been affected by the forest fires this year, It is truly frightening. You know I am always here to discuss real estate and help you with timin...

08/12/2026

Detached, semi, townhouse, plex, bungalow, split-level... do you actually know the difference? 🤔

Each one comes with a completely different set of trade-offs. A 1,500 sq ft townhouse can actually feel smaller than a 1,500 sq ft condo 📐 and a plex could mean earning rental income while living under the same roof 🏘️💰

Get more info about all 9 house types at the article linked below, and when you're ready to figure out which one fits your needs 📱 get in touch!

Here are the main house types in Canada — read on to find out about their pros and cons before making up your mind.

08/11/2026

JULY MARKET STATS ARE OUT! 📊

Home sales in Metro Vancouver fell nearly 10% compared to July last year, with apartment sales leading the decline. New listings also decreased, while the benchmark price for all residential properties remains above $1 million. 🏡 Here’s a little breakdown:

• Last month's sales were 9.8% fewer than a year before.
• There were 11.5% fewer homes listed than the previous year.
• The benchmark price for all residential properties was $1,088,800.

Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions! 💬

For more information, visit: https://www.gvrealtors.ca/market-stats-reports/monthly-market-report

08/03/2026

The way a home is presented in those first moments — online and in person — has a huge impact on how quickly it sells and for how much. 🏡 Clean, decluttered, and well-lit spaces photograph better, show better, and sell better.

Thinking about listing soon? Let's talk about getting your home ready to shine.

07/23/2026

Ever heard of someone buying a home, only to discover it came with a whole set of rules they didn't know about? 😳

HOAs are more common in Canada than most people realize, and the fine print matters. Miss something before signing and you could find yourself unable to refinance or sell until a lien is removed. On the flip side, the right HOA can mean no more shovelling your driveway, a community pool, and neighbours who actually look out for each other 🏘️🏊

A good breakdown of how they work and what to look for is linked below. 📋📲 And if you're looking to buy in a new development, reach out before you sign anything!

While most Canadians have heard of condo boards, homeownership associations (HOAs) are a less common feature of our real estate landscape. Here's what to know.

07/17/2026

My July issue is officially live and full of great Coquitlam real estate content. ☀️🏘️ Click below to read it and subscribe so future editions land right in your inbox.

Happy Summer. It's been a busy time. On a real estate note, sales have been up slightly, but prices have not. Again, this is indicative of a stable market which makes it a good time to buy or sell...as long as the prices are right. Have questions? Don't hesitate to give me a call. In the meantime, e...

07/09/2026

📊 JUNE MARKET STATS ARE OUT!

Home sales got off to a stronger start this summer across Metro Vancouver, with demand increasing across all property types compared to last year. 🌞 While inventory remains elevated, it has helped keep prices relatively stable as more buyers return to the market, creating balanced conditions for both buyers and sellers. 🏡

Here’s a little breakdown:

• Last month's sales were 9.6% higher than a year before.
• There were 6.0% fewer new homes listed than the previous year.
• The benchmark price for all residential property types was $1,099,100.

Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions!

For more information, visit: https://www.gvrealtors.ca/market-stats-reports/monthly-market-report