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Global uncertainty and trade wars be damned. The real estate market in billionaires’ playground Dubai and other parts of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to fire on all swanky cylinders. The iconic Dubai skyline is so jam-packed that there’s a debatable rumour circulating that a quarter of the world’s cranes are there. A global business hub, this once tranquil desert region on the Persian Gulf is now among the hottest markets on the planet – in more ways than one, seeing as summer temperatures have been known to climb to a searing 50 degrees Celsius. Even the bus stops…
Toronto-based pension fund OPTrust has completed a buyout of Vancouver-based developer Westbank from the landmark Sen̓áḵw project by the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) in British Columbia, the partners announced on Thursday.Sen̓áḵw is a sprawling multi-phased project planned for 10.5 acres near the western end of the Burrard Bridge in Vancouver. It is set to include over 6,000 new homes and was given a $1.4 billion loan by the Government of Canada in 2022, which remains the largest loan ever granted by the CMHC.Phase One of Sen̓áḵw consists of three towers on the western side of Burrard Street: a 27-storey tower,…
Buying a home in Edmonton doesn’t have to mean stretching your budget. Though the city’s average benchmark price for July 2025 is $420,900, there are still plenty of 1-bedroom apartments in Edmonton available for less. Here are 6 one-bedroom listings that fall below that price, making them an affordable entry point into Edmonton’s housing market. Listed by: Liv Real Estate Listed by: Liv Real Estate Listed by: Liv Real Estate Property Details Location: Edmonton 505 sqft Specs: 1 bed, 1 bath Enjoy downtown living in this bright and spacious one-bedroom condo near Grant Notely Park, Victoria Golf Course, and trendy…
Each month, REM shares brokerage expansions and conversions, leadership appointments and other key industry moves. Have an announcement to share? Email your news to [email protected] by the 26th of each month, and don’t forget to include a photo! Expansions and conversions New growth at Re/Max Capital Diamond Realty Re/Max Canada has expanded its presence in Windsor-Essex County with the addition of Paul Germanese and his AW4U – The Real Estate Group to Re/Max Capital Diamond Realty. The group of 10 professionals joins from Royal LePage, where they established a reputation over more than a decade for serving…
Tucked away in the heart of King Township’s horse country, Kincora Farm is more than a property — it’s a self-contained retreat where design, craftsmanship, and landscape come together in beautiful harmony.Spread across five acres of rolling land, 13825 8th Concession unfolds as both a functional equestrian facility and a polished country residence. At its centre is a beautifully renovated bungalow that seems to invite the outdoors in, thanks to oversized windows that frame lush gardens, paddocks, and long views across the property.Inside, the home balances comfort and sophistication. The main living and dining area is anchored by a dramatic…
Canada isn’t ready to use the R word to describe its economy, but the latest GDP data makes it hard to avoid. Statistics Canada (StatCan) reported the economy contracted in Q2, dragged down by falling exports and slumping business investment. What little growth remained came from residential real estate. The only reason GDP didn’t fall further was a temporary lift from household and government spending—but with incomes weakening and public finances deteriorating, that support looks increasingly unsustainable. Canadian GDP Contracts On Exports, But Weakness May Be Overstated Real GDP contracted 0.4% in Q2, driven by a sharp decline in exports…
Ontario’s five largest Realtor associations have banded together in support of the Ford government’s decision to intervene in the review of the Real Estate Council of Ontario (RECO) following the iPro Realty Ltd. investigation. “Our associations welcome a full review of RECO’s governance and practices. This process must deliver meaningful reforms, including Ombudsperson oversight, stronger accountability measures, and enhanced enforcement tools to safeguard consumer deposits and restore public confidence,” said the associations in a combined statement. Toronto Regional Real Estate Board president Elechia Barry-Sproule, Cornerstone Association of Realtors chair Julie Sergie, Ottawa Real Estate Board president Paul Czan, OnePoint Association…
Already with three ongoing projects in the area, Vancouver-based real estate developer Bosa Properties is now embarking on a fourth project in Burnaby’s burgeoning Central Park District.This fourth project is set for 5978 Wilson Street, located directly behind the Metrotown Place office towers that were acquired by the City of Burnaby out of receivership last year, about midway between the Metropolis at Metrotown shopping centre and Central Park.The property is currently occupied by a 38-unit rental building constructed in 1967, according to BC Assessment, which values the property at $20,763,000. The property is currently held under 1164708 BC Ltd. and…
Moving into a new home is exciting, but after significant upfront costs, the budget for furniture can feel tight. That’s where learning how to upscale second-hand furniture comes in. With a little creativity, you can turn affordable thrift finds or basic IKEA staples into one-of-a-kind pieces that look stylish and far more expensive than they really are. Upscaling used pieces helps reduce waste and makes your home feel uniquely yours. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a renter settling into a new place, second-hand or flat-pack furniture offers the perfect blank canvas for a DIY makeover. Best Places to Find…
On Aug. 7, a five-year-long legal battle between the Cowichan Tribes and the Attorney General, the City of Richmond, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and other First Nations groups ended in a monumental decision handed down from the B.C. Supreme Court. For the first time in Canadian history, a First Nations group was granted Aboriginal title over a section of land currently owned in fee simple by other entities. Justice Barbara Young ruled that land title grants issued by the Canadian and B.C. governments to others on the land in question “are defective and invalid” since they “unjustifiably infringe the Cowichan…