Barret DeMaere, Personal Real Estate Corporation

10/12/2026

Here’s to full tables, warm homes and the people who make them special. 🧡🦃
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone celebrating this weekend!

10/08/2026

SEPTEMBER MARKET STATS ARE OUT! 📊

Metro Vancouver’s market was a little quieter this September compared to last year, with the biggest slowdown coming from the apartment segment. Detached and attached home sales were slightly higher, while prices continued to trend downward across all market segments.

Here’s a little breakdown:

• Sales were 8.4% lower year-over-year.
• There were 5,852 new listings, down 10.3% from last September.
• The composite benchmark price was $1,075,900.

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

For more info, head to https://www.gvrealtors.ca/.

09/30/2026

Reconciliation begins with truth, and truth begins with listening. 🧡

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, take time to explore the stories, cultures, and histories of the Indigenous communities whose land so many call home.

09/23/2026

The starter home isn't dead — it just looks a lot different than it used to 🏡

A new build that cost $120,000 in 1997 is selling for $600,000 today 😳 and that shift has completely changed what getting into the market looks like for first-time buyers. The good news? Condos, townhouses, co-ownership, and markets outside the major city centres are all opening doors that didn't exist a generation ago.

Linked below is a great read for anyone thinking about their first purchase. When you're ready to talk through what's actually within reach for you, let's chat! 📞

It used to be that almost everyone’s first home was considered a “starter home.” But between a lack of housing supply and economic challenges, is the concept even a thing in Canada anymore?

09/23/2026

OPEN HOUSE! $1,048,000

Sunday, Sep 27th (3 - 4:30pm)

#9, 1250 W 6th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, V6H 1A5

Rarely available in Fairview Slopes, this architecturally designed 3-level split townhome offers an exceptional combination of privacy, outdoor space, spectacular views and an unbeatable location. Enjoy a private rooftop deck with sweeping downtown, North Shore mountain and ocean views and is just steps from the seawall, Granville Island, parks, shops and transit. Bright, open living spaces feature a vaulted ceiling and skylight above the updated kitchen, with quartz countertops, matching backsplash and waterfall edge, plus stainless steel appliances. The split-level layout provides excellent separation between 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Main-level deck is ideal for year-round BBQs. Well-managed secure gated complex with landscaped courtyard, 2 parking and locker. Pet and rental friendly.

Rarely available in Fairview Slopes, this architecturally designed 3-level split townhome offers an exceptional combination of privacy, outdoor space, spectacular views and an unbeatable location. Enjoy a private rooftop deck with sweeping downtown, North Shore mountain and ocean views and is just s...

09/17/2026

My September newsletter is officially live! 📰 Great Vancouver market content and fall real estate insights inside.

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Welcome to my newsletter. Here you will find the latest real estate news and stats for your area. If you would like more information about market conditions in your community, or have any other real estate related questions, please contact me. I would be happy to meet with you to see how I can help....

09/17/2026

OPEN HOUSE! $1,198,000

Saturday, Sep 19th (1:30 - 3:30pm)

#61, 39548 Loggers Lane, Squamish, BC, V8B 0V7

Seven Peaks by Polygon! Bright end-unit townhome in a well-managed community, ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Elevated main floor with large living and dining spaces, powder room and kitchen with custom cabinetry, composite stone counters, pantry, stainless appliances, gas range and oversized island. Step onto the large sunny west-facing deck, perfect for year-round BBQs. Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, including a king-sized primary suite with walk-in closet and ensuite with double sinks. Downstairs, a versatile bonus room, ideal as an office, gym or bike workshop, opens to the west-facing fenced yard. Attached double garage with custom storage for bikes, skis and gear. Steps to trails, mountain bike skills park and Brennan Park Rec Centre. Rental and pet friendly.

Seven Peaks by Polygon! Bright end-unit townhome in a well-managed community, ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts. Elevated main floor with large living and dining spaces, powder room and kitchen with custom cabinetry, composite stone counters, pantry, stainless appliances, gas range and over...

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