Matt Council's Market Minute

Freehold vs. Leasehold in North Vancouver: Part 2
Jun 13, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

With affordability top of mind and land in short supply, governments are turning to leasehold models to unlock new housing - without giving up ownership of the land. Here's why we’re likely to see more of it.

Freehold vs. Leasehold in North Vancouver: Part 1
Apr 30, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

What does it mean to buy a home on leasehold land? We break down how it compares to freehold ownership, and what makes Raven Woods a compelling example in North Vancouver.

Where Canada's major parties stand on housing.
Apr 16, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

What it could mean for affordability, speculation, and rentals - especially here on the North Shore.

North Vancouver’s New Transit-Oriented Areas (TOAs)
Apr 2, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

How these new TOA's could shape the future of housing, traffic, and investment across North Vancouver.

Capilano Mall’s Big Makeover
Mar 19, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

Where Things Stand with Capilano Mall’s Massive Redevelopment

Reviving a Classic
Mar 12, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

How BC’s Housing Future Could Be Transformed by Standardized Home Designs

Home Buyer Advice Event | February 12th
Jan 29, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

Unlock Your Path to Homeownership – Home Buyer Advice Event

Preservation Meets Progress: The Cypress Village Opportunity
Jan 15, 2025
Matt Council's Market Minute

A look at how the bold promise of Cypress Village will reshape West Vancouver

Taller, Denser, Rental
Nov 27, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

Why Rental Housing is Outpacing Condo Developments in North Vancouver

Unlocking Homeownership
Nov 13, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

BC Programs Every First-Time Buyer Should Know

Mass Exodus? Probably Not.
Oct 30, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

How Trump’s Election Could Spark an American Migration to B.C.

Decoding Real Estate: Median, Average, and HPI Explained
Oct 16, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

A quick explanation of the differences between - and benefits of - these three different metrics.

Can North Vancouver Handle the Housing Surge?
Oct 9, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

Key Takeaways from the Latest DNV Council Meeting.

The Rising Costs of Presale Homes
Sep 25, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

How New Regulations and Fees are Shaping the Market

Presale Pro Tip Series: How to Protect Your Financing in a Long Presale Timeline
Jun 26, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

Presales often take 2–4 years to complete, and a lot can change in your financial world during that time. Here’s how to keep your mortgage approval safe until move-in day.

Presale Pro Tip Series: Presale Amenities
Jun 12, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

A rooftop pool, private theatre, golf simulator. Sounds amazing, right? But these lifestyle features come at a cost. Here’s how to weigh the value of presale amenities before you buy.

Presale Pro Tip Series: GST, Closing Costs, and Other Expenses Presale Buyers Forget to Budget For
May 29, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

Your purchase price isn’t the whole story. From GST to legal fees, here’s what North Shore presale buyers need to budget for before they get the keys.

Presale Pro Tip Series: The Truth About Presale Completion Dates
May 15, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

If you’re counting the days to move-in, presale timelines can be a rude awakening. Here’s what every buyer should know about completion dates — and how to plan for the unexpected.

Presale Pro Tip Series: Who's Building Your Future Home?
May 1, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

When you buy a presale, you’re putting faith in a developer to deliver your home years from now. Here’s how to make sure they’re worth trusting.

Presale Pro Tip Series: Reading the Fine Print
Apr 17, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

Presale contracts aren’t short, and they’re definitely not simple. Here’s what smart buyers look for — and why the fine print can have a big impact on your future home and finances.

Presale Pro Tip Series: Unlocking Early Access
Apr 3, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

You’ve heard of “VIP access” — but what does it actually mean in a presale? Here’s how early launch phases are structured, how to get invited, and why it can make or break your purchase.

Presale Pro Tip Series: Deposit Structures Explained
Mar 20, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

Presale deposits aren’t a one-time payment. They’re a series of staged contributions, and they matter more than you might think. Here’s what buyers should know before signing a pre-construction contract.

Presale Pro Tip Series: Presale 101
Mar 6, 2024
Matt Council's Market Minute

New to buying pre-construction? From deposits and disclosure statements to delayed move-ins and hidden costs, here's what every first-time presale buyer should know.