Real Estate

How to leverage 'as-of-right' zoning to build up to three units on your residential lot, navigate the Ontario Building Code, and estimate costs related to Bill 23. The Ontario homeowner's guide to 'as of right' zoning of laneway homes, garden suites & Bill 23 The Canadian federal government as well as provincial…

How to navigate municipal bylaws, PIIA architectural requirements, and construction costs to build a legal secondary suite or "UHA" in Quebec. The Quebec homeowner's guide to ADUs, multi-generation & backyard tiny houses How to navigate municipal bylaws, PIIA architectural requirements, and construction costs to…

Everything Canadian homeowners need to know about planning, permitting, and building Garden Suites, Laneway Homes, and Secondary Units for rental income and multigenerational living. The complete guide to Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Canada As housing prices soar and the need for urban density increases, the…

Our 2025 guide to laneway house and multiplex construction costs in Vancouver. We provide a detailed breakdown of soft, hard, and servicing costs, sample budgets, and explore the key factors and financing options for your ADU project in BC. How much does a laneway home or multiplex cost in Vancouver 2025? For…

Your complete guide to prefab wood home kits. Compare timber frame kit homes, see costs & DIY tips, and find reputable manufacturers of prefab kit homes in the US & Canada. Introduction to wooden prefab kit homes Prefab housing is gaining a lot of attention in the news and in the construction industry due to the…

Discover why prefab homes aren’t more popular despite their benefits. We answer your most frequently asked questions about cost, financing, permits, resale value, and more - helping you understand the challenges and advantages of modern prefab homes. Modern prefabricated houses built today are very different from…

An in-depth guide with checklists to help make the best choices when buying a home, by outlining the advantages or disadvantages of buying a Fixer-Upper vs. Move-In Ready or New Property for sustainability, health and investment potential. The classic dilemma when buying a property is whether to buy new, to buy…

A guide to the best home renovation shows for aspiring DIY enthusiasts and first-time home buyers and where to stream them. Are you considering buying a first home, a fan of home renovation shows on TV, and so perhaps pondering embarking on your own fixer-upper adventure? If so, you're somewhat in luck! North…

Things to look for when downsizing from a home to a smaller apartment or retirement home. Buying a house in retirement Are you planning to downsize, move closer to family, or relocate to your dream retirement destination? While changing homes is typically associated with younger adults, many seniors are making the…

Don't leave your house sitting on the market, learn the top things homebuyers look for to make a quicker sale. Which house features are the best sellers? A market study by AVID Ratings Canada for the Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA) surveyed 12,000 homebuyers across Canada to see what Canadians are looking…

A simple checklist for home buyers - visual clues that can help indicate the quality and durability of a home. The following are some things to think about while evaluating a home before making an offer. If you're a driver: Check the route from the house to your place of work on Google traffic maps to estimate how…

Tariffs on Canadian lumber and aluminum are affecting housing costs. What is the current cost of homes per square foot? Here is an analysis. Tariffs on building materials such as lumber and metals, has driven up the cost to build or buy a home. Knowing an accurate cost per square foot is essential if you are to stay…

Canada's housing crisis and the path forward: how the Carney Liberal Government's push for affordable prefab homes could solve the shortage amidst construction challenges and rising tariffs. Canada has long struggled with a severe housing shortage, and the government has announced plans to address it with a major…

The Secondary Suite Incentive Program from Ottawa and the BC Government makes loans available for rentals with apartments, laneway houses and tiny houses. Vancouver has always been on the leading edge of energy efficiency, and all things about sustainable living. It was one of the first cities in Canada to really…

Canada announced it intends to build almost 4 million new homes by 2031. That’s welcome news as they are badly needed, but that's impossible at our current production rate and methods of construction. In April of 2024, the Trudeau government unveiled its housing strategy, which aims to build 3.87 million new homes…