08/21/2026
Buying your first home in Greater Vancouver? It’s exciting… and a little overwhelming. Here are 5 things to know before you start:
Get pre-approved, not just pre-qualified, this shows sellers you’re serious and tells you your true budget.
Know your “must-haves” vs “nice-to-haves”, location, commute, bedrooms, strata vs detached.
Budget beyond the down payment, closing costs, inspections, moving, and potential strata fees.
Understand the neighbourhood, transit, future development, school catchments, noise at different times of day.
Work with a local pro, Vancouver micro-markets change fast; you need current data, not just headlines.
If you’re thinking about buying your first home, I’m happy to walk you through the process, no pressure. Reach me at
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604-785-8454