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...
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...
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...
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...
"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."
🏡 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...