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Darin Germyn 12/31/2022 Buying Market

The Real LOSERS of the Changing BC Housing Market

Real estate market changes in the lower mainland can be confusing. You may feel stuck, unsure of what to do. Will average home prices go up, down, or stay flat for residential properties? What about mortgage…

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Darin Germyn 08/26/2025 Buying Market

The Truth About BC’s Housing Market Reforms (The Government doesn’t want to tell you this)

You’ve heard the promises: zoning reform, flipping taxes, short-term rental bans. All meant to “fix” BC’s housing crisis. But here’s the blunt truth—most of what you’ve heard isn’t actually making homes more affordable. I’m on the…

Darin Germyn 08/23/2025 Uncategorized

Why People Can’t Stop Moving to White Rock, BC

Here’s the truth: most people don’t actually want “more house”—they want a better life. Fewer crowds. More sunlight. Walkable streets. Real community. I’m Darin, a White Rock-based REALTOR® since 2007, and I’ve seen firsthand how this…

Darin Germyn 08/18/2025 Buying Communities

White Rock, BC: Dream Life or Costly Mistake?

Let’s cut through the postcard-perfect Instagram shots. Ocean views. Beach walks. Small-town charm. Sounds like paradise, right? But here’s the problem: White Rock is amazing for some people—and a total mismatch for others. If you’re thinking…