Mark Van Real Estate

06/10/2026

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.

06/09/2026

OPEN HOUSE! $1,250,000

Sunday, Jun 14th (2 - 4pm)

#604, 2851 Heather Street, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 0A2

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home office), newly installed flooring and A/C. Flooded with natural light from an abundance of windows, the bright interior leads to a generous 145 sq. ft. covered balcony. Nestled in the family-friendly Fairview neighborhood, you are steps away from shops and the lush greenery of Heather, Willow, and Charleson parks. Developed by Concert Properties, this building is exceptionally well-managed, featuring a proactive strata and a robust contingency fund of over $2.0M. Open house June 14 from 2-4pm.

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home o...

06/03/2026

MAY MARKET STATS ARE OUT! 📊🏡

The May housing market in Metro Vancouver remained steady, with healthy inventory levels giving buyers more choice while prices stayed relatively stable month-to-month. ☀️ Sales were slightly lower than last year, but the market continues to move at a calm and balanced pace heading into summer.

Here’s a little breakdown:

• Home sales were 3.5% lower than May 2025.
• New listings were down 7.6% compared to last year.
• The benchmark price for all residential property types was $1,100,700.

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

For more information, visit https://www.gvrealtors.ca/market-watch/monthly-market-report/may-2026.html 🔗

06/01/2026

OPEN HOUSE! $1,250,000

Sunday, Jun 7th (2 - 4pm)

#604, 2851 Heather Street, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 0A2

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home office), newly installed flooring and A/C. Flooded with natural light from an abundance of windows, the bright interior leads to a generous 145 sq. ft. covered balcony. Nestled in the family-friendly Fairview neighborhood, you are steps away from shops and the lush greenery of Heather, Willow, and Charleson parks. Developed by Concert Properties, this building is exceptionally well-managed, featuring a proactive strata and a robust contingency fund of over $2.0M. Open house June 7 from 2-4pm.

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home o...

05/26/2026

The latest Vancouver real estate updates are here ✨ Check out this month’s newsletter below and subscribe to stay informed!

Welcome to my May newsletter. Here you will find some home owner articles as well as stats for the Lower Mainland. I also have access to neighborhood specific stats so if you would like more information about market conditions in your community, or have any other real estate related questions, pleas...

05/19/2026

OPEN HOUSE! $1,250,000

Saturday, May 23rd (2 - 4pm)

#604, 2851 Heather Street, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 0A2

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home office), newly installed flooring and A/C. Flooded with natural light from an abundance of windows, the bright interior leads to a generous 145 sq. ft. covered balcony. Nestled in the family-friendly Fairview neighborhood, you are steps away from shops and the lush greenery of Heather, Willow, and Charleson parks. Developed by Concert Properties, this building is exceptionally well-managed, featuring a proactive strata and a robust contingency fund of over $2.0M. Open house May 23 from 2-4pm.

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home o...

05/18/2026

The Victoria Day long weekend has arrived! 😎🌷
Extra time off means a little more room for relaxing, catching up with friends and family, or getting a head start on spring projects around the house 🪴✨ From patio coffee mornings to finally organizing that one messy closet, hope the weekend brings a nice mix of productivity and downtime. Happy Victoria Day!

05/11/2026

OPEN HOUSE! $1,250,000

Saturday, May 16th (2 - 4pm)

#604, 2851 Heather Street, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 0A2

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home office), newly installed flooring and A/C. Flooded with natural light from an abundance of windows, the bright interior leads to a generous 145 sq. ft. covered balcony. Nestled in the family-friendly Fairview neighborhood, you are steps away from shops and the lush greenery of Heather, Willow, and Charleson parks. Developed by Concert Properties, this building is exceptionally well-managed, featuring a proactive strata and a robust contingency fund of over $2.0M. Open house May 16 from 2-4pm.

Experience Urban Comfort at The Tapestry. Boasting a 98 Walk and a 93 Bike Score, this home puts the best of the city at your doorstep, including a Skytrain station just an 8-min walk away. This spacious 1,090 sq. ft. corner unit on the 6th floor features three versatile bedrooms (ideal for a home o...

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day! 🌸 Hope today is filled with rest, good food, and quality time with the people (and pets 🐾) who matter most. Wishing everyone a wonderful day!

05/05/2026

APRIL MARKET STATS ARE OUT! 📊

The Metro Vancouver housing market is showing signs of stability, with overall sales holding relatively steady year-over-year while inventory levels remain elevated. A notable divergence between property types continues, but balanced conditions are helping keep prices in check.

Here’s a little breakdown:

• Last month's sales were 2.5% fewer than a year before.
• There were 2.4% fewer homes listed than the previous year.
• The benchmark price for all home types was $1,098,000. 💰

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

For more information, visit: https://www.gvrealtors.ca/market-watch/monthly-market-report/april-2026.html