BC

What should strata pay for depreciation report?

Dear Condo Smarts: We are asking for your help regarding the engineers' depreciation report required by each strata corporation. Notice…

12 years ago

Strata council cannot demand keys to unit

Dear Condo Smarts: One of the strata council members in my condo has told me that it is required that…

12 years ago

Vancouver home costs jumped 3.1 per cent in 2011 Homes cost residents an average of 88.9 per cent of income: RBC

It’s getting more difficult to pay the costs associated with home ownership in the Vancouver area and the tab is…

12 years ago

Vancouver home sales down in April while rest of Canada soars

Average selling price in Vancouver down 9.8 per cent compared with a year ago at $735,315 TORONTO — Home sales…

13 years ago

Cayo: Buying a strata property takes extra care

Many first-time condo buyers rationalize a potential purchase something like this: “I’m paying $1,200 a month in rent,” they say.…

13 years ago

Manager invested roof fund in long-term bond

Dear Condo Smarts: Our strata corporation recently proposed a special levy of $280,000 for a roof replacement. We know it…

13 years ago