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Glen Oaks Real Estate 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.

Vancouver is building more homes—but not all new homes serve the same purpose.Rental construction is rising, which is we...
09/30/2026

Vancouver is building more homes—but not all new homes serve the same purpose.

Rental construction is rising, which is welcome news for tenants. At the same time, new condo construction is slowing sharply—the projects that have traditionally created much of Metro Vancouver’s future ownership supply.

That does not mean buyers should rush. Today’s market still offers more choice. But the projects that do not start now can shape what is available to buy several years from now.

Read it here: https://mailchi.mp/glenoaksrealestate.ca/on-the-fence-about-real-estate-10600034

Canada’s economic map may be changing.Ottawa’s goal is to double non-U.S. exports over the next decade, while new invest...
09/18/2026

Canada’s economic map may be changing.

Ottawa’s goal is to double non-U.S. exports over the next decade, while new investment commitments and major infrastructure projects could reshape where jobs and opportunity grow.

For Vancouver real estate, this is not a prediction about prices. It is a longer-term shift worth watching: more investment, infrastructure, and trade can influence employment, population growth, and housing demand over time.

What could Canada’s changing economic landscape mean for your home, neighbourhood, or next move? I’m always happy to talk it through.

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

Should you sell now—or wait until 2027?It is tempting to wait for the market to improve. But would that actually leave y...
08/20/2026

Should you sell now—or wait until 2027?

It is tempting to wait for the market to improve. But would that actually leave you better off?

The answer can be very different depending on what comes next. If you are moving up, a softer market may mean receiving less for your current home—but potentially saving even more on the home you are buying. For a downsizer, the calculation can be entirely different.

That is why the useful question is not simply whether the market will improve. It is what selling now versus waiting would mean for you.

I explore that question in the latest issue of Ready & Set. Subscribe free to read the full article:
https://mailchi.mp/glenoaksrealestate.ca/on-the-fence-about-real-estate-10599468

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

Presales can be appealing—but the sales representatives at a presentation centre work for the developer, not the buyer.R...
08/11/2026

Presales can be appealing—but the sales representatives at a presentation centre work for the developer, not the buyer.

REDMA provides important protections, including disclosure requirements and a seven-day rescission period. However, buyers should still understand the potential for delays, financing and appraisal issues, project changes, market shifts and assignment restrictions.

Read the full Ready & Set:
https://mailchi.mp/glenoaksrealestate.ca/presales-know-the-risks

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

A longtime family home can hold decades of memories, which is why deciding whether to move can feel so difficult.Plannin...
08/08/2026

A longtime family home can hold decades of memories, which is why deciding whether to move can feel so difficult.

Planning ahead doesn’t mean giving up independence. It can mean having time to choose where to live, prepare the property properly, sort through belongings gradually and make the transition on your own terms.

Even if a move is years away, understanding the home’s current value and possible next steps can make future conversations easier.

If you or someone in your family is beginning to think about the future of a longtime home, I’d be pleased to offer practical, pressure-free guidance.

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

Helping your children with a down payment can make homeownership possible sooner—and give them more time to build equity...
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

Vancouver is reaching higher.City Council has approved Holborn Group’s landmark redevelopment of the former Hudson’s Bay...
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

Vancouver City Council is expected to debate and decide the Villages Plan today.The proposal focuses on 17 of Vancouver’...
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

Home sales activity is picking up in Greater Vancouver.Earlier this year, the market was very quiet. In January, Greater...
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

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