Why Waiting for Spring Might Be the Riskiest Strategy Right Now
Posted on Jan 23, 2026
For years, spring has been framed as the “safe” time to make a move in real estate. More listings, more buyers, more activity. But what worked in more predictable markets does not always translate to today’s conditions. In fact, waiting for spring can quietly introduce more risk for both buyers and sellers, not less.
The assumption that spring autom...
Strategy Is Everything: Why Selling in a Changing Market Requires More Than Exposure
Posted on Jan 22, 2026
In a changing market, optimism is no longer a strategy, alignment is.
As conditions soften, the difference between a successful sale and a listing that quietly stalls often comes down to one thing: whether decisions are being made strategically, or emotionally. This is especially true in markets like West Vancouver, where price points are high, buye...
Relocating to Canada Is Not One Decision It’s a Series of Them
Posted on Jan 16, 2026
In conversations I’m having more frequently, a common theme keeps coming up people are exploring the idea of relocating to Canada, often from the United States, and trying to understand where to begin.Many of these individuals already have a connection to Canada. Some hold dual citizenship. Others are professionals, particularly in healthcare, who...What Actually Happens After an Offer Is Accepted (That Most Buyers and Sellers Never See)
Posted on Jan 13, 2026
Once an offer is accepted, most people assume the hard part is over. In reality, the most delicate phase of the transaction has just begun.
This is the stage where momentum matters, details matter, and experience quietly determines whether a deal moves forward or falls apart.
Behind the scenes, the next several days involve a coordinated sequence of...
What Buyers Notice First: Preparing Your Home for a Successful Sale
Posted on Jan 08, 2026
Getting your home show-ready is about creating instant confidence the moment a buyer walks through the door. The goal isn’t perfection — it’s clarity, space, and emotional connection.Selling a home today is less about listing and more about presentation. Buyers make decisions quickly, often within minutes, and a show-worthy home allows them to focu...Why This Market Favors Buyers Who Are Prepared
Posted on Jan 06, 2026
“This doesn’t feel like a ‘perfect’ market” is something I hear often — and that’s exactly why some buyers are moving now.After years of rapid shifts, today’s North Shore market is less about urgency and more about opportunity for buyers who are informed, patient, and prepared. That doesn’t mean prices are collapsing or that every listing is a barg...