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Our June List of Foreclosures

 

Burnaby Attached
Langley Detached
New Westminster Attached
Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody Detached
Vancouver East Attached
Vancouver West Attached
Vancouver West Attached
Abbotsford attached
Abbotsford Detached
Burnaby Detached
Langley Attached
Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows Attached
Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows Detached
Mission Attached
Mission Detached
North Vancouver West Vancouver Attached
North Vancouver West Vancouver Detached
Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody Attached
Richmond Attached
Richmond Detached Part A
Richmond Detached Part B
Surrey Delta Cloverdale Detached
Surrey, North Delta, Cloverdale Attached
Tsawwassen, Ladner Detached
Vancouver East Detached
Vancouver West Detached

Our June list of Vancouver Lower Mainland properties listed for sale through the foreclosure process has once again been provided by P.A. "Doc" Livingston, PREC.

Feel free to reach out to "Doc" if you would like more information about these properties and  contact me if you would like to know how arranging financing for a foreclosure purchase is different than a traditional real estate purchase.



BRRRR: The Real Estate Growth Strategy That Actually Works When You Do It Right

 

There’s a reason the BRRRR method—Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat—has become a go-to strategy for Canadian investors looking to scale quickly without constantly injecting new capital.

Done right, it’s a flywheel for portfolio growth.

Done wrong? It’s an expensive education.

If you’re just getting started (or stuck on your second deal), this guide will help you avoid the common pitfalls and start executing like a pro. Check out the full BRRRR Playbook here → Read the Guide

Avoid the Rookie Mistakes. Most investors mess up one of three things:

Buying too high – They overestimate the After-Repair Value (ARV).Underestimating rehab – Projects go over budget and timelines slip. Refinancing too soon (or too late) – Poor timing kills momentum and limits capital recovery.

The BRRRR Playbook walks you through how to get each phase right—with real examples, timelines, and the formulas that separate winners from wishful thinkers.

What’s Inside the BRRRR Playbook?

Here’s what you’ll find in the full guide:

✅ The 7 BRRRR Traps — Real investor mistakes and how to avoid them
✅ The Phased BRRRR Timeline — Week-by-week breakdown to hit every milestone
✅ The 4 Formulas That Matter — Stress-test your deals before you commit capital

It’s not theory. It’s a blueprint.

Whether you’re eyeing your first BRRRR or optimizing your fifth, this guide will help you build a repeatable system—so you can stop starting from scratch with every deal.

👉 Ready to take your BRRRR game to the next level?
Get the BRRRR Playbook here and start executing like a seasoned investor.



Most Canadians Want to Age in Place in their Own Home

 

Did you know? More than 90% of Canadians 55+ want to age in place at home, but new research from IPSOS in Canada  shows six in ten say they can’t fully cover the costs of in-home care. And while 22% of Canadians 55+ plan to tap into their home’s equity to cover in-home care costs, even more (30 percent!) say they didn’t even know that option is available to them. With a reverse mortgage, you can access the equity from your home while increasing your monthly cash-flow, tax-free. Contact me to learn more about how a reverse mortgage can benefit you in more ways than one. You can reach me at 604-818-2840 or 613- 451-2878 or by email me at john@canadianmortgagefinders.com.



Banff National Park Never Fails for an Adventure

 

In early May during our vacation to BC and Alberta, Caroline and I had the opportunity to visit Banff National Park. Just seven days after our visit, bears and cougars were seen on the same trails that we casually strolled on.

For so many reasons, we are blessed to have so many family and friends spread out over this great land, the least of which means we get the 'friends and family discount' on accommodations.

Banff was not high on our list of places to visit this spring but with the trade wars with the US and our decision to cancel our anticipated winter trip to Florida and our spring trip down the Washington and Oregon Coast, this outing to Banff was a pleasant alternative to add onto our vacation.



Buying With 5% Down - What You Gain (And What You Give Up)

 

You’ve got two choices:

Save for years to hit 20% down or buy with 5% down and get in the market now.

Both come with baggage. One delays your wealth, the other costs more to build it.

If you're staring down today’s home prices thinking, “I’ll never save enough,” you’re not alone. Before you jump into a 5% down mortgage, understand this: getting in early isn’t free, it just feels like it.

Let’s break down exactly how low-down payment mortgages work, where they help, and where they bite you.

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Vancouver in June: Top Things to Do

 

The best things to do in Vancouver in June include enjoying the stunning natural scenery, world-class attractions, and a suddenly sunny outdoor cultural scene.

Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities, festivals, or simply a chance to relax and unwind, there’s something to do for everyone.

Let’s jump right into the list of Vancouver June activities.

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