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Changes in the U.S.-Canadian exchange rate could cost Vancouver $60 million
February 2, 2009 – 1:09 pm | Comments Off on Changes in the U.S.-Canadian exchange rate could cost Vancouver $60 million
Changes in the U.S.-Canadian exchange rate could cost Vancouver $60 million

If you’re moving to Canada, why is it important to pay attention to changes in the exchange rate between U.S. and Canadian dollars?

Because depending on the way the currencies are moving, it can cost …

Vancouver real estate prices fall in 2008
February 1, 2009 – 3:28 pm | Comments Off on Vancouver real estate prices fall in 2008

“The record-breaking real estate market cycle in Greater Vancouver, longer than normal at seven consecutive years, ended in 2008 amidst global economic challenges.”

That’s according to a report by the Real Estate Board of Greater …