BC real estate has posted its first year-over-year sales increase in more than 12 months, and Fraser Valley home prices are beginning to stabilize—but many renters are still staying on the sidelines.
In this episode of *The Real Deal Pod*, Fraser Valley Realtor Allister Carrington and BC mortgage broker Geoff Lee break down the April 2025 market numbers, explore what’s really happening across the Fraser Valley and Metro Vancouver markets, and unpack why so many qualified renters still hesitate to make the move into homeownership.
From shifting buyer psychology to the realities of affordability and financing, this episode delivers an honest look at the opportunities—and obstacles—facing today’s first-time buyers.
**In this episode, we cover:**
* April 2025 Fraser Valley market stats, including rising sales activity and elevated inventory levels
* Why detached homes are seeing stronger movement while the condo market continues to face pressure
* The mindset challenges holding many first-time buyers back—and how to move past them
* How mortgage professionals can help renters become confident, informed buyers using real numbers and strategy
* What first-time buyers in the Fraser Valley actually need to get started in today’s market
Whether you’re currently renting and wondering if now is the right time to buy, or you work in real estate or mortgage financing and want to better support first-time buyers, this episode offers practical insight and straightforward conversation you can actually use.
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