The Invisible Intruder: How Pollen Hijacks Your Home (and How to Stop It)

Posted on Apr 05, 2026



Spring in British Columbia is stunning, but for millions, the blooming landscape signifies the start of a difficult annual battle against hay fever. While we often think of allergies as an outdoor annoyance, the uncomfortable reality is that our homes are not sealed fortresses. When pollen counts are high, it sneaks in through open windows, rides i...

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First-Time Home Buyer Series - Part 2

Posted on Mar 02, 2026 in Buying

A young couple at the cafe comparing house listings on a tablet screen labeled Needs vs Wants

The Urban Nest Guide: The Search - Needs, Wants and "The Urban Nest Way"
Part 2 of our First-Time Home Buyer Series

Now that your "financial house" is built, it’s time for the fun part: house hunting. But here’s a secret from the team at Urban Nest: the most successful buyers aren’t the ones who see the most houses, they’re the ones who know exactly...

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January 2026 Market Statistics

Posted on Feb 09, 2026 in Statistics

January 2026 Multiboard Market Statistics for GVR, FVREB, and VIREB


As we step into the second month of 2026, the West Coast real estate landscape is telling a story of patience, opportunity, and a "new normal." While the winter chill usually keeps the market quiet, this January was particularly hushed across the Lower Mainland and the Island.

For those of you keeping a close eye on the horizon, here is your January...

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First-Time Home Buyer Series - Part 1 

Posted on Feb 02, 2026 in Buying

Young woman researching BC mortgage rates and filling out a home loan application for her first house.

The Urban Nest Guide: Getting Your "Financial House" in Order

Part 1 of our First-Time Home Buyer Series

So, you’ve decided 2026 is the year you stop paying your landlord’s mortgage and start paying your own. Congratulations! It’s an exciting—and admittedly a bit daunting—milestone.At Urban Nest, we see many buyers make the mistake of starting their...

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December 2025 Market Statistics

Posted on Jan 07, 2026 in Statistics

Couple in a bookstore look over a real estate book on a table

"It's about the inspiring story of a couple that sold their huge house in Chilliwack and were able to afford a 2 bedroom in Kitsilano."


Multiboard real estate statistics for December 2025
🏡 2025 Year End Report and 2026 ForecastThe real estate landscape in British Columbia shifted significantly in 2025. After years of frenzied demand, the market in Greater Vancouver cooled to its slowest sales pace i...

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November 2025 Market Statistics

Posted on Dec 05, 2025 in Statistics

Realtor standing in front of a house in the holiday seasonMultiboard Real Estate Statistics for GVR, FVREB, and VIREB

As the year draws to a close, November's real estate data continues the trend of a slow-paced, cautious market across the Lower Mainland, with sales volumes remaining below seasonal averages. Inventory remains healthy and plentiful, providing buyers ample choice and time to deliberate.

This prevailing high-inventory, low-sale environment has firmly...

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The Invisible Intruder: How Pollen Hijacks Your Home (and How to Stop It)



Spring in British Columbia is stunning, but for millions, the blooming landscape signifies the start of a difficult annual battle against hay fever. While we often think of allergies as an outdoor annoyance, the uncomfortable reality is that our homes are not sealed fortresses. When pollen counts are high, it sneaks in through open windows, rides i...

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Now that your "financial house" is built, it’s time for the fun part: house hunting. But here’s a secret from the team at Urban Nest: the most successful buyers aren’t the ones who see the most houses, they’re the ones who know exactly...

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January 2026 Market Statistics

January 2026 Multiboard Market Statistics for GVR, FVREB, and VIREB


As we step into the second month of 2026, the West Coast real estate landscape is telling a story of patience, opportunity, and a "new normal." While the winter chill usually keeps the market quiet, this January was particularly hushed across the Lower Mainland and the Island.

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