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The Harsh Truth About Selling Your Home in 2026

Posted on Jan 29, 2026

2025 was the slowest year in 25 years for real estate sales in Greater Vancouver. As we get into 2026 and gear up for the spring market, sellers are hoping that sales transactions will pick up and that 2026 will prove to be a better year for real estate.

In this video, Surrey real estate specialist Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty, discusses what...

BC Home Buyers Don't Understand Possession

Posted on Jan 26, 2026

So you bought a property, Congrats! But when do you get possession, what happens with completion and what do you do if there is something wrong with the property after you get keys?

In this video, Surrey real estate specialist Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty, discusses what you can expect when it comes to taking possession of a property including...

Canadian Housing is Finally Cracking...and that's Good News

Posted on Jan 21, 2026

Is housing affordability finally returning to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Market? All signs point to yes!

In this video, Surrey real estate specialist Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty, discusses why he believes affordability is in fact improving with a real world example to highlight just how affordability has improved in the past few years.

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BC Property Values Crash in 2026

Posted on Jan 19, 2026

It’s that time of year when BC Property Assessments go out to homeowners. There is, however a very common misconception among home owners as to just how accurately the annual BC Property Assessment reflects the true market value of your property.

In this video, Surrey real estate specialist Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty, discusses how exactly t...

Renewing Your Mortgage in 2026? Here's What You Need to Know

Posted on Jan 12, 2026

A whopping 60% of Canadian mortgage borrowers are set to renew their mortgage in 2026, and if you are one of those Canadians, this video will cover all of the things you need to take into consideration when it comes time to renew your mortgage.

In today’s video, Surrey Real Estate Specialist, Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty discusses 7 things th...

You Won't Believe Where Mortgage Rates Are Headed in 2026

Posted on Jan 05, 2026

Variable rate, fixed rate, 3 year rate or 5 year, how do you know the best product for you and your financial situation? Well, you ask a mortgage broker!

In today’s video, Surrey Realtor, Steve Karrasch of Macdonald Realty sits down and chats all things Canadian mortgages with mortgage broker Rowan Smith of CityWide Mortgage Services to get a handle...