Vancouver vs. Hong Kong vs. New York: Which City Has the Worst Housing Crisis?

Three world-class cities—Vancouver, Hong Kong, and New York—often dominate discussions about exorbitant housing costs, extreme wealth disparities, and stymied affordability. Each city boasts global appeal, thriving job markets, and cultural cachet. Yet the relentless rise of home prices and rents has fueled controversy over gentrification, foreign investment, and government interventions. Which metropolis truly faces the “worst” housing crisis?

Vancouver vs. Hong Kong vs. New York: Which City Has the Worst Housing Crisis?

Three world-class cities—Vancouver, Hong Kong, and New York—often dominate discussions about exorbitant housing costs, ...

Why Lower Interest Rates Aren’t Solving Housing Affordability Crisis

The housing affordability crisis in British Columbia has been a persistent challenge, with high home prices, limited ...

Did the Cullen Commission Do Enough to Stop Money Laundering in BC?

British Columbia has garnered international notoriety for its role in global money laundering networks, with billions ...

What Would Happen If Foreign Buyers Were Banned from BC’s Real Estate Market?

British Columbia’s real estate has long attracted investors from around the globe. According to a 2022-2023 Statistics ...

How Other Countries Fixed Their Housing Problems (And What Canada Can Learn)

Affordability Crisis

6th March 2025

How Other Countries Fixed Their Housing Problems (And What Canada Can Learn)

Canada’s housing crisis—marked by steep price-to-income ratios, tight rental markets, and escalating homelessness—often seems intractable. Yet, other nations have faced similar challenges, deploying novel policies and systemic reforms to enhance affordability and secure housing for diverse populations.

Did the Cullen Commission Do Enough to Stop Money Laundering in BC?

Government Regulations

6th January 2025

Did the Cullen Commission Do Enough to Stop Money Laundering in BC?

British Columbia has garnered international notoriety for its role in global money laundering networks, with billions of dollars suspected to flow through real estate, casinos, and other sectors. In response to mounting public outcry—amplified by the Dirty Money reports by Peter German—the provincial government launched the Cullen Commission in 2019.

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The Impact of Strata Fees on Condo Affordability in BC

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BC Mortgage Requirements Explained

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Vancouver vs. Hong Kong vs. New York: Which City Has the Worst Housing Crisis?

Three world-class cities—Vancouver, Hong Kong, and New York—often dominate discussions about exorbitant housing costs, ...

Why Lower Interest Rates Aren’t Solving Housing Affordability Crisis

The housing affordability crisis in British Columbia has been a persistent challenge, with high home prices, limited ...

Did the Cullen Commission Do Enough to Stop Money Laundering in BC?

British Columbia has garnered international notoriety for its role in global money laundering networks, with billions ...

What Would Happen If Foreign Buyers Were Banned from BC’s Real Estate Market?

British Columbia’s real estate has long attracted investors from around the globe. According to a 2022-2023 Statistics ...

The Long-Term Effects of a Decade of Price Increases: Is BC’s Real Estate Market Beyond Reach for New Buyers?

Over the past decade, British Columbia’s housing market has witnessed relentless price growth, with median home values ...

Vancouver vs. Hong Kong vs. New York: Which City Has the Worst Housing Crisis?

Three world-class cities—Vancouver, Hong Kong, and New York—often dominate discussions about exorbitant housing costs, ...

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What Would Happen If Vancouver’s Housing Market Crashed?

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Will Interest Rates Affect Vancouver’s Luxury Market?

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Why Lower Interest Rates Aren’t Solving Housing Affordability Crisis

The housing affordability crisis in British Columbia has been a persistent challenge, with high home prices, limited ...

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