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YOUR HOME’S HOLIDAY MARKET ADVANTAGE


**✨Monthly Update from the Generations Real Estate Partners✨**


As we move through the second half of November and look ahead to December, the real estate market begins its seasonal shift. Late fall consistently brings a quieter pace of new listings, but it also attracts highly motivated buyers who want to secure a home before year-end or get a head start on the New Year. This period is one of the most strategic times.

❄️ Winter Décor Tips That Boost Your Home’s Appeal

If you’re considering selling in the new year, thoughtful winter décor can help your home stand out in listing photos and showings.

  • Use soft, neutral décor: greenery, warm whites, candles, soft lighting.
  • Avoid bulky holiday displays that make spaces feel small.
  • Highlight comfort with cozy textiles and layered textures.
  • Maintain strong curb appeal with simple winter planters and clear walkways.

A warm, inviting home photographs beautifully and connects emotionally with buyers.

🏡 Preparing Your Home for Sale in Early 2026

If you’re thinking about selling in January, February, or early Spring 2026, now is the perfect time to get ahead.

Here’s what you can start now:

  • Decluttering & pre-packing to maximize space and show off square footage.
  • Minor repairs & paint touch-ups to increase perceived value.
  • Organize your strata documents or property records early to avoid delays.
  • Book a pre-listing consultation: We’ll create a personalized action plan, staging ideas, and a timeline that positions you for the strongest start to the year.

Homes prepared in December are typically first to market in January, capturing motivated buyers before inventory increases.

📉 Interest Rates: What Buyers & Sellers Should Know

With inflation trending downward, many analysts expect more rate stability heading into early 2026, with the potential for gradual reductions.

What this means:

  • Buyers: Greater affordability may return as rates ease.
  • Sellers: More active and confident buyers typically drive stronger showings.
  • Investors: Stabilizing rates support better rental demand and long-term planning.

If you want a mortgage strategy session, we can connect you with trusted local advisors.

📊 December Market Insight: Low Inventory = Serious Buyers

Historically, December brings the lowest inventory levels of the year in Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge, and Pitt Meadows.

This creates a unique advantage:

  • Fewer listings → less competition
  • Active buyers → high motivation to secure a home before January
  • Sellers often see focused showings and quicker decisions

Your home could stand out more in December or early January than in the crowded spring market.

👉 Thinking About 2026? Now Is the Time to Plan

Even if a move is only an idea, early planning sets you up for success.

We can help you:

  • Review your current market value
  • Build a personalized 2026 action plan
  • Strategize your buying or selling timeline
  • Prepare your home to shine in the early-year market

A simple conversation today can save you stress and uncertainty later.

We’re Here When You’re Ready

If you’d like a market update tailored to your neighbourhood or a walkthrough to prepare for the new year, we’d be happy to help.

Warm holiday wishes from

The Generations Real Estate Partners Team

Michelle Hawthorne, Scott Johnson, Shane Goutsis, Ray Harris & Ambassador Sheila Francis

“Happy Thanksgiving! A Look at Our Local Markets + A Big Thank You 🦃”

We hope you had a warm, joyful Thanksgiving surrounded by loved ones, laughter, and good food. 🍁 As we enter this season of gratitude, we’re especially thankful for you — our clients, past buyers and sellers, and those who refer us to friends, family, and neighbours. You are truly the reason we love what we do, and we never take your trust for granted.

We want to share a fresh look at what’s happening in your local real estate market — Port Moody, Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, and Maple Ridge. Even if you’re not thinking of moving right now, staying informed helps you understand your home’s value and the options available down the road. At Generations Real Estate Partners, “We’ve got you covered.”

🔍 🏡  Tri-Cities & Ridge-Meadows Market Snapshot — September 2025

(Data courtesy of SnapStats® — September 2025)

🌆 Port Moody

The Port Moody market continues to balance out with a 13% sales ratio for detached homes and 12% for attached, showing steady movement in both segments.

  • Detached: Avg. price $1,615,000 (↓ 11% from August) The sweet spot right now is between $1.5M–$1.75M, where well-presented homes are attracting strong interest with a 35% sales ratio.
  • Attached: Avg. price $850,000 (↑ 9%) For condos and townhomes, the most active price range sits around $1.25M–$1.5M, with Heritage Mountain and 4-bedroom units showing excellent activity.

📝 Port Moody remains a balanced market — ideal for move-up buyers who are also planning to sell within the area.

🏘️ Port Coquitlam

Detached homes have slowed to a 4% sales ratio, signaling a buyer’s market, while townhomes and condos remain brisk at 21%.

  • Detached: Avg. price $1,350,000 (↑ 13%) Buyers are finding good value in the $1.25M–$1.5M range, particularly in Lincoln Park and Mary Hill.
  • Attached: Avg. price $628,250 (−1%) The $700K–$800K range continues to perform best, with Central Port Coquitlam leading in sales and 2-bedroom homes commanding strong demand.

📝 Port Coquitlam’s affordability compared to surrounding areas continues to draw steady condo and townhouse activity.

🏙️ Coquitlam

The Coquitlam market remains in a buyer’s zone for detached homes (11%) and balanced for attached (15%), offering opportunity for both ends of the spectrum.

  • Detached: Avg. price $1,635,000 (−1%) The $1M–$1.25M price point is still the most active, with a healthy 33% sales ratio — a great space for move-up families or investors looking for value.
  • Attached: Avg. price $710,000 (−3%) The $400K–$500K range remains hot, especially around Burke Mountain, Canyon Springs, and Westwood Plateau, where townhomes continue to see strong absorption.

📝 Balanced conditions mean buyers can negotiate fairly while sellers with well-priced listings continue to see traction.

🌾 Pitt Meadows

Pitt Meadows continues its trend as a buyer’s market, with detached homes at an 11% sales ratio and attached homes at just 7%.

  • Detached: Avg. price $1,187,500 (−6%) The most activity is happening between $1M–$1.25M, where well-kept family homes are still moving quickly (50% sales ratio).
  • Attached: Avg. price $595,000 (−12%) Condos and townhomes under $600K are performing best, particularly Central Meadows and smaller 1-bedroom units.

📝 For buyers, Pitt Meadows offers some of the best entry points for detached ownership across the region.

🌳 Maple Ridge

Maple Ridge remains steady but slower, with 8% detached and 18% attached sales ratios — leaning buyer’s but showing balance in select segments.

  • Detached: Avg. price $1,190,000 (−1%) Homes between $900K–$1M continue to lead activity, sitting in a balanced zone at 17% sales ratio.
  • Attached: Avg. price $585,000 (−2%) The $600K–$700K range offers the most consistent movement (26%), especially in Silver Valley and East Central.

📝 With more inventory and motivated sellers, Maple Ridge offers great value for first-time buyers and downsizers alike.

💬 What It All Means (for You & Your Neighbors)

  • If you’re thinking of selling, now is a time to be thoughtful about pricing, presentation, and marketing. Homes that come to market priced fairly and in great condition are still generating strong interest.
  • If you’re buying or downsizing, you may have more negotiating room, and access to more inventory — especially in traditionally competitive neighborhoods.
  • If you’re waiting, staying informed doesn’t cost anything — and when the right opportunity comes, you’ll be ready.

As market conditions shift, our team is tracking everything. Whether you’re exploring your next move, considering a downsize to something more accessible, or just curious about your home’s value — reach out. We’re always here to help with insights, strategy, and connections to make your transition smooth. https://generationsrep.com/home-evaluation/

🙏 A Heartfelt Thank You

We truly believe that real estate is built on relationships — not just transactions. We are deeply grateful to each of you who has trusted us with your home journey over the years. Your referrals — whether of family, friends, or neighbors — are the greatest compliment we could receive. You help us continue our mission:

Generations Real Estate Partners — helping generations of clients, one move at a time.

From the bottom of our hearts: Thank you for being part of our story. Wishing you a cozy, joy-filled fall season ahead.

Wait and See….

May was described as a Buyers Market.But buyers were not rushing to take advantage of all the increasing supply of listings. They were hesitant – perhaps waiting for another decrease in mortgage rates or simply in a state of continuing uncertainty about what the future holds.
Reaction to the continuing unusually slow market resulted in newly finished developments offering buying incentives – one to the tune of 25% off the current list price!Short of a crystal ball, we need to look back to 2010 when the market was just like ours today. When developers dropped their prices then under similar circumstances, the price drop spread to all types of housing. This is a tip to potential sellers- it is time to get ahead of the game – today’s price may well not be feasible as the market shifts.
Our local markets from Burnaby to the west and to Maple Ridge in the east all still managed some sales – just overall quieter than is normal for this time of year.Port Moody’s attached sales (condos and townhomes) experienced the highest sales ratio average – with a rate of selling 2.4 in ten homes. With the rate of building happening there, this should not be a surprise! Runner up markets with a ratio of 1.5 in 10 homes selling were Burnaby and Pitt Meadows.
Continuing to revue the stats, it is easy to realise that the inventory of homes coming on the market is increasing big time. If you are a buyer, this is your moment for choice in every category!
It has been said that this year will prove to be the largest ever number of people renewing their mortgages. These people bought at a time when rates were the lowest ever, so even our current low rate is higher than the ones these people are accustomed to paying. It remains to see how,or even if, this will affect our market.
As we look at last month’s results, it is evident that markets can differ considerably from one municipality to another, and from one location in that municipality to another. This is where we come in with the neighbourhood sales, truly up to date results and many moons of local experience. We love what we do and where we do it – your goals are our goals. We are happy to listen to them and design a plan to get you there. We are happy to report that, to us, this is still a people business and our job must result in satisfied, happy clientsIf you are considering a move and want some information and advice, we are only a phone call away and happy to meet with you answering your questions. Our home is our largest asset for most of us and must be handled with care.
Hope all our Dads had a happy Fathers Day.
Enjoy the Summer sunshine.We remain your Generations Real Estate Partners:- Michelle Hawthorne, Scott Johnson, Shane Goutsis, Ray Harris & Ambassador Sheila Francis.

SLOWLY BUT SURELY …….

Yes the evidence is in the April statistics, that slowly but surely our market is turning around. Inventories are almost universally increasing,encouraging buyers to take advantage of favourable mortgage rates – did we ever think that in this market we could get a 4yr variable mortgage at a rate of 3.95!
Across Canada’s larger cities like Vancouver and Toronto, sellers are moving away from all the construction and higher real estate prices – moving to smaller Canadian cities. We see that in our own region – buyers moving east to Pitt meadows and Maple Ridge where real estate is less expensive.
As usual, condos and townhomes were strong, with Port Coquitlam leading in March sales with a sales ratio of 2.3 in 10 homes selling. Close behind were Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge.
BUT they were not the winning markets last month! The surprising resurgence in detached homes happened in Burnaby and Coquitlam as each municipality clocked in at a sales average of 9 in 10 homes selling. We saw this trend occurring last Autumn – the attraction of family friendly residential streets with homes offering a yard for young families and gardeners. Downsizers – this is your moment if you are looking for a move to a townhome or apartment. It is an unexpected trend favouring detached homes and worth our attention.
Other local markets experienced a slower increased interest in selling detached homes. Another interesting turn of events last month was that homes sold close to asking price – indicating that this is a market where accurate pricing is essential.
As your long time local realtors who have experienced working in all manner of different situations, we are very happy to meet with you to discuss your real estate goals and how we can help you achieve them. Please let us know if you are considering a move and would like to pick our brains. We love our job and the satisfaction of successfully helping people buy / sell their mostly greatest asset.
We remain your Generation Real Estate Partners :-Michelle Hawthorne, Scott Johnson, Shane Goutsis, Ray Harris and Ambassador Francis.,

Navigating Uncertainty: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know This Spring

UNCERTAINTY reigns!!

Yes – that word now used everywhere also applies to our local real estate industry. Buyers are playing the waiting game even as interest rates have become way more attractive. As inventories grow in anticipation of a stronger Spring market, many buyers still sit on the sidelines waiting for change to happen at home and abroad. All of the anxiety out there regarding tariffs and the state of the universe is not helped by the fact that we also have a federal election coming up shortly! So…it is a waiting game, for buyers and sellers looking for outside influences to settle.
Reviewing the statistics for the month of March, we see an encouraging increase in properties for sale locally anticipating a late Spring market. Good news for the buyers who will enjoy more choice than we have seen for a long time. Price is stilluppermost in many minds which is demonstrated by the fact that the highest sales ratio averages in March were in both attached and detached markets in Pitt. Meadows – 33% and 30% respectively.
Our crystal ball is nowhere to be found, but after many, many years working in the real estate business we know it rebounds more quickly than we anticipate. After all, housing is discussed daily and we have many new homes as well as existing traditional homes on the market. Buyers simply have to feel confident that the time is right for them to jump in.

We hope you all enjoy the Easter weekend – spending time with family and friends. Good news is that the Okanagan cherry crop looks very promising for this summer! They really need the break there.
Should you need advice based on your next move, we are here, happy to meet your time line (even if distant) and help you prepare your home for the market. We are there to give you the benefit of our experience as it relates specifically to you and your home.
We remain your Generations Real Estate Partners : Michelle Hawthorne, Scott Johnson, Shane Goutsis, Ray Harris and their senior ambassador!
Sheila Francis

Greetings from your team!

Doesn’t it seem like a very long time since we unwrapped Christmas gifts and welcomed in 2025? Time really does fly – and our real estate market shifts on a dime.

What’s new and exciting? If you’re a buyer, it’s the increase of homes on the market.

GVR Snapstats

FVRB Snapstats

In every single market, from Burnaby east to Maple Ridge, in both attached and detached categories, the inventory increased in January.

Along with the inventory increase came an increase in sales, spurred on by a more favourable interest rate. Condos and townhomes still led the way, especially in family-friendly Port Coquitlam – with a 45% sales ratio. Builders are now paying attention to the fact that, with the large increases in prices of detached homes, “family” buyers (as well as singles & couples) are happy to buy an attached home – in particular, the newer variety with the latest in kitchens and amenity space.

Price plays its part when we see that in January the attached market in Burnaby experienced a 15% sales ratio – a real drop in January. Maple Ridge was the January winner in the detached market, though still with only a 15% sales ratio.

So…. we are feeling a subtle shift and trusting that Spring (hopefully just around the corner) will do its usual magic as the daffodils bloom! Snow and icy conditions do not help the real estate market!

If you want to relate these statistics to your home – both now and in the future – we would be delighted to update you on the value of your home (as always, location is a big factor). We’re also happy to advise you regarding how to showcase your home to its best advantage. We’re here fo you – living and working locally, supporting our local businesses and shopping close to home.

Wishing you prosperity in the Year of the Snake, we remain your partners in real estate: Michelle Hawthorne, Scott Johnson, Shane Goutsis, Ray Harris & Ambassador Sheila.

P.S. – Happy Family Day!

Happy New Years!

Happy New Year from all of us to all of you – may 2025 be healthy, happy and kind to you!

As we put away our Christmas decorations and lights and make our New Year resolutions, may we accentuate the positive as the old song says. With so many negatives around, let us be the encouragers of our friends and colleagues.

As a team, we feel grateful for the continuing support of our clients and friends and look forward to another inspiring year working together to fulfil your goals and dreams.

GVR Snapstats

FVRB Snapstats

In reviewing the December sales statistics, two things stand out. Firstly, that sellers did not want to have potential buyers viewing their homes at Christmastime, leading to a plummeting of inventory in all categories and locations in December. Secondly, sales were slow except in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows condo and townhome markets – and a stand out in Pitt Meadows detached market with a sales ratio of 4.1 in 10 homes selling in December. Affordability and availability become issues in the markets further west.

We can anticipate some uptick in listings now that the festive season is over and the delayed buyers return to shop, encouraged by lower interest rates. This year financial institutions are anticipating the largest ever number of Canadian mortgages coming due. There will be lengthened due dates while some owners will be unwilling or unable to pay the new mortgage rates. The outcome affecting the market will depend on how banks and credit unions handle this unprecedented situation.

All pundits are forecasting a positive year for real estate sales despite looming elections. We do not have a working crystal ball but lengthy experience tells us that investment in real estate always bounces back. What our experience does not cover are the results of government interference in municipal new builds. BC Housing Minister, Rav Kahlon, stated that he was “encouraged” by Port Moody’s net completion of 172 new housing units, falling short of the minimum 231 expected by the provincial government.

Reality is that while some planned projects have secured amendments to zoning and Official Community Plan bylaws, their developers have not yet applied for a building permit. Port Moody’s manager of policy and planning stated that “Some of these projects have been in limbo for more than 5 years.” It is an extremely bad timing for developers financially and puts the City of Port Moody between a rock and a hard place.

This will be an interesting year to watch. Right now many newly-finished condo buildings are offering better prices to qualified buyers and there appears to be a somewhat increased interest in detached homes.

As always, we are keeping track as we go and will be happy to discuss your hopes and goals for this year. Any situation requires careful planning and however near or far your moving plans, we are here to help you. Getting a handle on what is happening in your immediate neighbourhood is key to your plans and we can provide that to you in detail.

We all live and work locally, truly love what we do and remain your,

Generations Real Estate Partners:

Michelle Hawthorne, Scott Johnson, Shane Goutsis, Ray Harris & Ambassador Sheila Francis

Christmas Greetings & November Statistics

As we enjoy the Christmas season, our team is truly grateful to both our long time clients and the new buyers and sellers we have served over 2024. As always, we have appreciated all those connections and achieving your goals – it really is a privilege to be part of your family over these life-changing decisions. We value your continued trust and referrals – THANK YOU!

FYI – due to the mail strike, our calendar has likely not yet reached you, stuck somewhere along the postal service route. Our apologies – it will reach you eventually!

Last month was definitely different and surprising! GVR Snapstats FVRB Snapstats Looking carefully at the November statistics, the first stand out is of no surprise this close to Christmas. Across the board, west to east in our market, inventory dropped considerably – sellers wanting to focus on Christmas.

What is surprising is that buyers were bolder, undoubtedly spurred on by lower interest rates. But not surprising, the greatest sales ratio averages were in the attached markets – town homes and condos – emphasis on condos. The Port Coquitlam statistic of 43% sales ratio (4.3 in 10 homes selling rate) headed the crowd, with Port Moody close behind at 41% sales ratio. There is a lot of choice for condo buyers – especially in the Tri Cities. Please, please – take your realtor with you to view these properties as we know the market and the builder’s reputation – both important elements (along with location and quality, of course).

One buyer we are not seeing in the market place is the investor – nor can we expect to see them back any time soon following the new provincial restrictions. We’re unsure why rentals owned by private individuals don’t count as welcome additions to housing availability.

A slower detached market did show some sales, proving that there is still demand for a traditional family home and yard. We can anticipate an increase in detached sales if interest rates continue to drop. The top November sales ratio for the detached market was in Pitt Meadows and Burnaby (both 32%). Considering the time of year, interest rates, feelings of insecurity and the changing landscapes, the November numbers are quite promising, looking forward to 2025.

As we anticipate gathering with family and friends over the Christmas season, a timely quote from Robert Brault comes to mind : “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”

We wish you all a merry, safe Christmas and a hopeful, happy New Year.

We remain your Generations Real Estate Partners:

Michelle Hawthorne, Scott Johnson, Shane Goutsis, Ray Harris, Terry Stanley & ambassador, Sheila Francis.