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Brendan Connolly

Vancouver Real Estate: Westside, Eastside & Downtown

Residential Real Estate Consultant
RE/MAX Select Properties  604-833-8793

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New taxes unlikely to stabilize housing market

February 20, 2018 By Brendan Connolly

Victoria, BC – February 20, 2018. The British Columbia Real Estate Association calls on government to introduce transitional rules for all transactions impacted by the new tax measures introduced in Budget 2018. The new tax measures come into effect on February 21, 2018. The Property Transfer Tax (PTT) increase to 5% for properties over $3 million, as well as the increase to 20% and expansion of the Foreign Buyer’s Tax to other parts of the province will have an immediate impact on transactions … [Read more...] about New taxes unlikely to stabilize housing market

Filed Under: Vancouver trends Tagged With: budget 2018, foreign buyers tax, property transfer tax, ptt, speculation tax

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Foreign buyer tax impact

August 16, 2017 By Brendan Connolly

On August 1, 2016, the provincial government implemented an additional 15 per cent Property Transfer Tax on all residential sales transactions by foreign entities in Metro Vancouver. Home sales had already been cooling since spring 2016, and simply comparing a lower level of sales in August to the heights of the market in the early part of the year would dramatically overstate the impact. To analyze the impact in a more meaningful way, BCREA simulated how home sales in the Real Estate … [Read more...] about Foreign buyer tax impact

Filed Under: Resources & strategies Tagged With: foreign buyers tax, property transfer tax, ptt

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I met Brendan at an open house he was showing and he was very professional and courteous. Afterwards, Brendan invited me to coffee so he could explain the market and the whole offer process to… Read more “Professional, friendly, helpful. I’m ecstatic with the results”

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Recent articles

Slow sales and high inventory give buyers the edge in October

VANCOUVER, B.C. – November 4, 2025 – Home sales registered on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver* were 14 per cent lower than last October, as the trend of … [Read More...] about Slow sales and high inventory give buyers the edge in October

Fall market favours buyers

VANCOUVER, B.C.– October 2, 2025 – Another Bank of Canada rate cut and easing prices helped home sales registered on the MLS® in Metro Vancouver* edge … [Read More...] about Fall market favours buyers

Easing home prices help lift sales in August

VANCOUVER, B.C. – September 3, 2025 – Easing prices brought more Metro Vancouver* homebuyers off the sidelines in August, with home sales on the MLS® … [Read More...] about Easing home prices help lift sales in August

Home sale trend stabilising in June

VANCOUVER, BC – July 3, 2025 – After a turbulent first half of the year, home sales registered on the MLS® across Metro Vancouver* are showing … [Read More...] about Home sale trend stabilising in June

Buyers remain hesitant as inventory builds

VANCOUVER, BC – June 3, 2025 – May saw inventory levels across Metro Vancouver* reach another ten-year high, while home sales registered on the MLS® … [Read More...] about Buyers remain hesitant as inventory builds

Spring market brings abundance of opportunity for buyers

VANCOUVER, BC – May 2, 2025 – The slowdown in home sales registered on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in Metro Vancouver* that began early this … [Read More...] about Spring market brings abundance of opportunity for buyers

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"Seasonal slowdown brings price stability to Metro "Seasonal slowdown brings price stability to Metro Vancouver" REBGV August stats are out! 📊 See my website for full news release and stats package. Link in bio.

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🛁 1 bathroom
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📐 740 sq. ft.
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Welcome to "The Discovery.” Residing in the captivating area of the desirable Beach District this well maintained and spacious 1 bedroom and office space suite features new flooring, large living area for entertaining and a sizeable balcony with city and waterfront views including Granville Island. Amenities include, guest suites, exercise room and sauna. Reputable building with onsite caretaker includes one parking stall and a storage locker. Steps from the scenic sea wall, you can explore the popular bars, restaurants & shopping or walk the close by parks and beaches with sunset beach on your doorstep.

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Today (Saturday 3rd June) I am hosting an open hou Today (Saturday 3rd June) I am hosting an open house at 1501 W 60th Ave, South Granville from 2:30pm to 4:00pm ✨

🛌 3 bedrooms 
🛁 2 bathrooms
📐 1,225 sq. ft.
💰$1,199,000

Built in 2020, this beautiful near new townhouse which radiates natural light is situated in the central location of Vancouver South. This exceptionally well-kept home features in-floor radiant heat, & air conditioning as well as a large kitchen with high quality Bosch appliances and a open concept living space with an electric fireplace. An excellent location means restaurants and stores are never too far away with UBC, DT Vancouver and Richmond being easily accessible through an easy and direct commute by car or transit with a bus loop located 2 blocks away. Fraser River park is located merely blocks away and you will find this home is in the most highly rated and desirable Elementary and High school catchments.

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✨ OPEN HOUSE ✨ 📅 Saturday 3rd June ⏰ 2:30 pm - 4:0 ✨ OPEN HOUSE ✨
📅 Saturday 3rd June
⏰ 2:30 pm - 4:00pm
📍 1501 W 60th Ave, South Granville
🛌 3 bedroom
🛁 2 bathroom
📐 1,225 sq. ft.
💰$1,199,000

Built in 2020, this beautiful near new townhouse which radiates natural light is situated in the central location of Vancouver South. This exceptionally well-kept home features in-floor radiant heat, & air conditioning as well as a large kitchen with high quality Bosch appliances and a open concept living space with an electric fireplace. An excellent location means restaurants and stores are never too far away with UBC, DT Vancouver and Richmond being easily accessible through an easy and direct commute by car or transit with a bus loop located 2 blocks away. Fraser River park is located merely blocks away and you will find this home is in the most highly rated and desirable Elementary and High school catchments.

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