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Most real estate advice is designed to reassure. But good advice doesn’t just reassure you — it protects you. Hello!

Clear, practical, local Vancouver real estate insight, including the occasional inconvenient truth. I’m Glen Oaks, a fourth generation Vancouverite with deep connections to our amazing region. I take great pride in serving my clients with the utmost respect while delivering the highest quality service and advice. WHY YOU NEED GLEN ON YOUR SIDE
Counter to what many believe, buying and selling real

estate is not even remotely straightforward. Rather, it’s highly complicated and what you don’t know can indeed hurt you, big time! The housing market is in constant flux, and you need an expert who can advise you on the numerous factors at play. As your dedicated agent, I will guide you through those challenges and provide you with the latest trends, forecasts, market analysis, and changes to government legislation, while maximizing your opportunity and minimizing your risks. Whether it’s your first home or your last, let me assist you in getting you where you want to be.

08/05/2026

Helping your children with a down payment can make homeownership possible sooner—and give them more time to build equity. The challenge is finding a form of support that does not compromise the parents’ retirement security.

Families may consider a gift, a documented family loan or co-signing. Each option has different financial, tax and legal implications, so the right structure depends on the family’s circumstances and long-term plans.

From a real-estate perspective, the goal is to identify a home the children can comfortably carry themselves. I can provide current market information, ownership-cost estimates and realistic property options to support the family’s discussions with its professional advisors.

Glen Oaks Personal Real Estate Corporation
RE/MAX Crest Realty
Call/text: 778-919-GLEN (4536)
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.GlenOaksRealEstate.ca

07/29/2026

Vancouver is reaching higher.

City Council has approved Holborn Group’s landmark redevelopment of the former Hudson’s Bay parkade block. Its centrepiece is a proposed 315-metre hotel tower with a public observation level offering free admission to Vancouver residents.

The larger plan includes nearly 1,550 homes, 237 social-housing homes, childcare, a public plaza and improvements connected to Granville SkyTrain Station.

It could reshape Vancouver’s skyline and bring more residents, visitors and activity downtown—but construction will proceed in phases over many years.

What do you think of the proposal?

Glen Oaks Personal Real Estate Corporation
RE/MAX Crest Realty
778-919-GLEN (4536)
[email protected]
www.GlenOaksRealEstate.ca

07/28/2026

Vancouver City Council is expected to debate and decide the Villages Plan today.

The proposal focuses on 17 of Vancouver’s 25 future Village areas, with the goal of creating more walkable neighbourhood hubs where housing, shops and everyday services are closer to home.

For homeowners, new zoning may create options—but it does not require redevelopment or guarantee an immediate increase in property value. The effect will depend on the property’s location, dimensions and development potential. The plan is long-term, and any build-out would unfold gradually over decades.

Want to know whether your property is included? Send me a message and I will help you make sense of the proposed changes.

Glen Oaks Personal Real Estate Corporation
RE/MAX Crest Realty
Call/text: 778-919-GLEN (4536)
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.GlenOaksRealEstate.ca

07/06/2026

Home sales activity is picking up in Greater Vancouver.

Earlier this year, the market was very quiet. In January, Greater Vancouver recorded 1,102 sales. By June, that number had increased to 2,382 sales — more than double. Some of that increase is seasonal, since sales activity normally picks up through the spring market, so it needs to be understood in context. But even with that in mind, the increase is still worth watching.

Sales activity often tells us something price alone cannot. When buyers begin to re-enter the market, it can suggest growing confidence. They may feel more comfortable with current prices, more confident about where the market is heading, or more motivated to act while selection is still relatively good. This does not mean the market is suddenly hot, but it does suggest the tone may be changing.

For buyers and move-up buyers, there may still be a window of opportunity: more choice, less pressure, and more room to negotiate than we typically see in a busier market. But if sales continue to rise, that window may start to narrow.

For sellers, increased buyer activity is encouraging — but preparation and pricing still matter. The homes that stand out are still the ones that are well-presented, well-positioned, and priced realistically.

If you are thinking about buying, selling, or moving up, this may be a good time to talk through your options before the market becomes more crowded.

Glen Oaks
PERSONAL REAL ESTATE CORPORATION
RE/MAX Crest Realty
Call/text: 236-888-6060
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.glenoaksrealestate.ca

06/24/2026

Over the past few months, the Vancouver housing market has settled into a more stable place. The Spring momentum many sellers were hoping for did not materialize, and expectations have since adjusted. The result is what we are seeing now: more stable pricing conditions.

This chart shows the Greater Vancouver MLS Home Price Index for all property types from the beginning of 2025 to today. As you can see, prices continued to soften through much of last year, but have largely stabilized in 2026.

WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU: For Buyers, these conditions make it a good time to seriously take a closer look. Prices are more stable, competition is less intense, and there may be more room to negotiate terms in a calmer, more measured sales environment.

MOVING UP? It can also be an excellent time to move up or upgrade. Yes, you may receive less for your current home, but the home you’re buying (which is likely more expensive) may also cost less. As a result, the cost to move up can be significantly less than it would be in a hotter market.

HAVE WE HIT THE BOTTOM? There’s no crystal ball, of course. But from what I’m seeing, this may be one of the best opportunities to move up or upgrade that we’ve had in many years. The gap between what you sell for and what you buy for can be much more favourable in a market like this.

It’s also worth keeping in mind that the Vancouver market has a history of changing quickly. By the time most people recognize that conditions have shifted, the best opportunities may already be gone. So, if a move has been on your mind, this is a market worth watching closely.

If you’ve been thinking about making a move, I’d be happy to help you look at the numbers and see whether the current market works in your favour.

Glen Oaks
Personal Real Estate Corporation
RE/MAX Crest Realty, Vancouver, BC

Call/text: 236-888-6060
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.glenoaksrealestate.ca

06/10/2026

“TRY BEFORE YOU BUY” has officially entered Vancouver real estate.

Wesgroup Properties is letting qualified buyers spend a weekend at its ACE development on Commercial Drive before deciding whether to purchase — complete with a curated neighbourhood experience and gift cards to local shops, restaurants, and businesses.

Smart idea, because a floor plan can show you the size of a home but it can’t tell you how it feels to live there.

Interested to learn more, or have real estate questions/concerns? Feel free to call or text me at:

Glen Oaks PREC*
Realtor, RE/MAX Crest Realty (West Broadway)
Tel: 236-888-6060
Email: [email protected]

06/03/2026

HASTINGS-SUNRISE is a GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD that's off-the-radar for many people. It’s not flashy, but it’s CONNECTED, LIVEABLE, and DIVERSE. Located in Vancouver’s northeast corner, it offers quick access to downtown, Burnaby, the North Shore, Highway 1, Commercial Drive, and the East Hastings corridor. It’s also close to Hastings Park/PNE, New Brighton Park, Hastings Community Centre, and several residential pockets with mountain or inlet views.

Hastings-Sunrise is not a “bargain” neighbourhood. But compared with many higher-profile Vancouver areas, it can offer a stronger balance of price, space, access, and livability.

The neighbourhood offers a mix of detached homes, duplexes, townhomes, condos, low-rise apartments, older family homes, and newer infill. That range gives buyers more options than neighbourhoods dominated by one housing type.

It’s also a diverse, established community with long-time homeowners, families, renters, newcomers, young professionals, and multi-generational households. Along East Hastings, you’ll find a mix of independent restaurants, cafés, grocers, and everyday services.

For buyers, Hastings-Sunrise offers central East Van living with a little more room to breathe. For sellers, the opportunity is to show the full value of the location: access, parks, views, community, and housing variety.

Glen Oaks PREC*
RE/MAX Crest Realty
Call/text: 236-888-6060
Email: [email protected]
Visit: www.glenoaksrealestate.ca

05/26/2026

Most people frame rent vs. buy as one question: Which is cheaper? But this oversimplification misses the bigger picture. On the surface, renting is usually cheaper. A typical 2-bedroom condo in Burnaby (based on 25% down, including mortgage, strata fees, property taxes, and insurance):

Rent: ~$2,700–$3,800/month
Own: ~$3,700–$4,700/month

In fact, prices would likely need to fall another 20–30% for the monthly costs to line up. That kind of correction isn’t likely — so why does buying still make sense?

BECAUSE MONTHLY COST IS JUST ONE FACTOR IN THE DECISION.

Ownership builds equity over time. Part of your payment is essentially moving money from your bank account into your home. Eventually, your mortgage ends whereas rent continues indefinitely.

Owning also offers stability: control over your space, more security, and less exposure to changing conditions or a landlord’s plans. In a rapidly changing world, stability is more important than ever before.

Of course, renting still has its place, especially if your future plans are uncertain. It offers flexibility but less long-term control.

So, the real question isn’t as simple as which is cheaper -- it’s what fits your life, your timeline, and your goals? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — but there's a right answer for your situation.

Glen Oaks PREC*, RE/MAX Crest Realty
📞 236-888-6060 (Vancouver, BC)
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.glenoaksrealestate.ca

05/14/2026

A little laugh😆 to brighten your day -- a music video 🎤about Open Houses 🏠by Glen Oaks Real Estate. www.GlenOaksRealEstate.ca

01/22/2026

You know me as your Realtor, but with 25+ years in data analytics I’m always watching the big forces shaping our market. Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent comments about a shifting global “new world order” are already influencing real estate here at home.

Carney’s message: the era of global stability is over. We’re entering a world shaped by geopolitical tension, higher borrowing costs, reworked supply chains, and immigration driven by security and resilience.

What this means for Greater Vancouver:

1️⃣ Immigration will stay strong — even with recent pullbacks, long-term demand in Vancouver remains solid.
2️⃣ Global instability boosts Canada’s appeal — safe, well-regulated markets attract both newcomers and investment.
3️⃣ B.C.’s role is growing — supply-chain realignment brings capital and talent to our region.
4️⃣ Higher rates are the new normal — buyers will focus on well-priced, well-located homes.

FOR BUYERS: more inventory, more negotiating room, and smarter choices through data — not timing the market.
FOR SELLERS: well-priced, well-presented homes still sell, and long-term fundamentals remain strong.

Carney’s message wasn’t pessimistic — it was practical. The ground is shifting beneath us -- this new phase rewards informed, forward-looking decisions.

Need guidance? I’m here to help.

Glen Oaks, Realtor
📞 236-888-6060
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.glenoaksrealestate.ca

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