New Construction in the Tri-Cities: What Active Buyers Are Missing Right Now
Spring was supposed to bring increased activity — but it has not. Listings are sitting longer, sellers are slowly adjusting their expectations, and that means buyers have regained strong momentum to negotiate harder. If you are actively looking at new construction in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, or Port Moody, here is my insider read on where the real opportunities are sitting right now — and why most buyers are walking past them.
BC Speculation & Vacancy Tax: The 2026 Deadline & Late Filer's Guide
Today is the deadline for the BC Speculation and Vacancy Tax declaration. If you own a property in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, or Port Moody, missing this filing could cost you up to 2% of your property's value. For most Tri-Cities residents you won't owe a dollar — if you file the paperwork. Miss it, and the Province defaults to the worst-case scenario and bills the maximum rate automatically.
What is Your Property Actually Worth? The Bill 44 Reality Check for Tri-Cities Owners
Zoning potential does not always equal a market premium. While headlines suggest single-family lot values have surged under Bill 44's new multiplex rules, the reality in 2026 is governed by feasibility, not just legislation. From the critical 280m² size threshold to the six-figure infrastructure traps in Port Coquitlam, here is how to separate paper value from what a developer will actually pay for your land today.