What topics does Sebastian's real estate blog cover?

The blog covers Tri-Cities real estate market reports, neighbourhood spotlights, buying and selling tips, mortgage and financing guidance, and insights specific to Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Port Coquitlam. Posts are written by Sebastian Czarkowski, a local REALTOR® with Royal LePage Elite West.

How often does Sebastian publish new blog posts?

New posts are published weekly, typically including a monthly market report and neighbourhood or buyer/seller insight articles. The blog focuses on content relevant to anyone buying, selling, or tracking real estate in the Tri-Cities.

Where can I find market reports for Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Port Coquitlam?

Monthly market reports are published in the Market Reports category on this blog. For live weekly data including average sold prices, days on market, and sale-to-list ratios, visit the Market Pulse page at sebastianrealestate.ca/market-pulse/.

Can I get notified when new posts are published?

Yes — contact Sebastian at hello@sebastianrealestate.ca to be added to the weekly market update list. You'll receive new market reports and neighbourhood insights directly to your inbox.

Is the advice on this blog specific to the Tri-Cities market?

Yes — all content is written with the Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Port Coquitlam market in mind. General buying and selling tips are contextualized to BC real estate law, FINTRAC requirements, Property Transfer Tax, and local market conditions rather than generic national advice.

Tri-Cities Real Estate Blog | Market Updates

Buyer Seller Guides

📅 September 8, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

FHSA vs Home Buyers’ Plan: How BC First-Time Buyers Can Use Both to Save More

First-Time Buyer Advice FHSA vs Home Buyers’ Plan: How BC First-Time Buyers Can Use Both to Save More Published September 8, 2026 · Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR® | Royal LePage Elite...

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Buyer Seller Guides

📅 September 7, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

How Real Estate Commission Works When Selling Your Tri-Cities Home (And How to Calculate Your Exact Cost)

Seller Advice · Tri-Cities BC How Real Estate Commission Works When Selling Your Tri-Cities Home (And How to Calculate Your Exact Cost) Published September 7, 2026 · Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR®...

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Market Reports

📅 September 7, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

Port Coquitlam Detached Prices Jump $107,500 in One Week as Inventory Pulls Back

Port Coquitlam Market Report — Week of September 7, 2026 Port Coquitlam Detached Prices Jump $107,500 in One Week as Inventory Pulls Back Published September 7, 2026 · Data: Paragon...

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Buyer Seller Guides

📅 September 5, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

What ‘Subject to Financing’ Actually Means in a BC Offer — and Why It Matters

Buyer & Seller Advice — Tri-Cities BC What ‘Subject to Financing’ Actually Means in a BC Offer — and Why It Matters Published September 5, 2026 · Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR®...

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Buyer Seller Guides

📅 September 3, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

Bridge Financing vs Porting Your Mortgage: What Every Tri-Cities Move-Up Buyer Needs to Know

Move-Up Buyer Guide Bridge Financing vs Porting Your Mortgage: What Every Tri-Cities Move-Up Buyer Needs to Know Published September 3, 2026 · Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR® | Royal LePage Elite West...

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Buyer Seller Guides

📅 September 1, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

Mortgage Pre-Approval vs Pre-Qualification: Why Tri-Cities Sellers Take Only One Seriously

Buyer Strategy | Tri-Cities Real Estate Mortgage Pre-Approval vs Pre-Qualification: Why Tri-Cities Sellers Take Only One Seriously Published September 1, 2026 · Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR® | Royal LePage Elite West...

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Neighbourhood Spotlights

📅 August 31, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

Central Coquitlam Real Estate: What Buyers Need to Know When Sales Data Is Scarce

Neighbourhood Spotlight · Central Coquitlam · August 2026 Central Coquitlam Real Estate: What Buyers Need to Know When Sales Data Is Scarce Published August 31, 2026 · Data: Paragon MLS®...

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Buyer Seller Guides

📅 August 29, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

Home Buyer Closing Costs in BC: Every Fee to Budget For Beyond Your Down Payment

Buyer Advice · Tri-Cities BC Home Buyer Closing Costs in BC: Every Fee to Budget For Beyond Your Down Payment Published August 29, 2026 · Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR® | Royal...

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Buyer Seller Guides

📅 August 27, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in the Tri-Cities — and What Days on Market Is Really Telling You

Seller Advice · Tri-Cities Real Estate How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in the Tri-Cities — and What Days on Market Is Really Telling You Published August...

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Buyer Seller Guides

📅 August 25, 2026 ✍ Sebastian C

Do Buyers Pay REALTOR® Fees in BC? Here’s Exactly How It Works

Buyer’s Guide — Tri-Cities, BC Do Buyers Pay REALTOR® Fees in BC? Here’s Exactly How It Works Published August 25, 2026 · Sebastian Czarkowski, REALTOR® | Royal LePage Elite West...

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