Buying a condo in Vancouver can feel like a dream come true. The city’s vibrant lifestyle, stunning views, and convenient locations make condos highly desirable. But beneath the surface of the sticker price, there are hidden costs that can catch buyers off guard. Understanding these expenses is crucial to making a confident and informed decision. Let’s explore the less obvious costs that come with owning a condo in Vancouver and how to prepare for them. Understanding Hidden C

Navigating the Vancouver condo market can feel like trying to read the weather forecast in a city known for its unpredictability. Yet, understanding the latest trends is crucial for anyone looking to buy, sell, or invest in this dynamic real estate sector. Over the past year, the market has shown signs of both resilience and change, influenced by economic shifts, government policies, and evolving buyer preferences. Let’s explore these developments in detail and uncover what t

作者：Stephan Sun 孫熙宇 – 溫哥華地產顧問 在大溫哥華買公寓，的確比買獨立屋更具親民性，但許多首次買家往往忽略了「拿到鑰匙後」才開始的持有成本。如果不了解這些費用，可能會面臨財務壓力、對管理公司或公寓治理不滿，甚至遇到突如其來的特別徵費（Special Levy）。 以下整理 2025–2026 年，大溫公寓屋主最容易忽略的隱藏成本 ，讓您在購屋前做好最完善的準備。 1. 管理費（Strata Fee）：比你想像的更多 管理費是公寓持有成本的最大項目，而且近年持續上升。 管理費包含哪些內容？ 大樓保險 儲備基金（CRF） 公共區域水電費 保養與清潔 物業管理費 景觀維護、除雪 公設維運（健身房、泳池、桑拿、交誼廳、禮賓服務等） 2025–2026 年管理費上漲的原因 大樓保險費率增加 工程與清潔成本上升 屋齡增加需要更多維修 BC 省新規定與抗震需求提升 一般範圍： $350–$700/月具備泳池、禮賓等公設的大樓可達 $800+。 2. 特別徵費（Special Levy）：最不可預測的費用 當大樓需要重大維修時，管委會會向所有屋

The Greater Vancouver real estate market has consistently attracted investors and homebuyers, both from within the region and abroad. Renowned for its exceptional urban planning, stunning landscapes, and robust long-term demand, the area draws numerous developers eager to take advantage of this interest. Although many developers provide high-quality homes and uphold their commitments, some fail to meet expectations, resulting in expensive repairs, unmet promises, and buyer di

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