Coquitlam real estate

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Selling and Buying at the Same Time? Here’s What Actually Matters

One of the most common questions we hear from homeowners is, “Should we sell first, or should we buy first?”

It’s a fair question because neither option feels completely comfortable. Selling first can leave you wondering whether you’ll find your next home in time, while buying first can create financial pressure if your current home doesn’t sell as quickly as expected. Most people assume the challenge is choosing the right order, but after helping hundreds of clients through this transition, we’ve found the real answer is usually much simpler.

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Real Estate Is Local. So Is Our Team.

One of the questions we’re asked from time to time is whether we work outside of Vancouver.

The answer is yes, but perhaps more importantly, we believe every community deserves local knowledge. While our team has built a strong reputation throughout Vancouver, we’ve also intentionally grown to include REALTORS® who live and work in the neighbourhoods they serve. That means our clients benefit from both the resources of an experienced team and the insight that comes from someone who knows the community firsthand.

For homeowners in the Tri-Cities, that local expertise comes from Michelle Legaspi realtor and Zahra Damjanovic, who proudly call the area home. From Port Moody and Coquitlam to Port Coquitlam, they understand not only market trends and pricing, but also the neighbourhoods, amenities, schools, parks, and the subtle differences that can influence a buyer’s decision.

A recent client experience reminded us why that combination matters.

After helping them sell their home in Port Moody, they shared this thoughtful review:

“Working with the WestCoast Living RE Group team was a wonderful experience because of the fact that they work AS A TEAM. We never once felt that our needs were not being taken care of. From the get-go, the presentation of the market analysis & statistics was exactly what we wanted to see from a realtor to make us comfortable moving forward with them.

The staging, photography, listing, showing and sale process was all made seamless by Michelle and her team. Communication is totally organized through planned emails at appropriate times in the process, and WhatsApp chats for time-sensitive conversations.

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Cedar Creek Community in Burke Mountain

Why Your Wish List Matters More Than You Think

One of the first questions we ask every buyer isn’t, “What’s your budget?”

It’s, “What does your ideal home actually look like?”

That may sound simple, but it’s often where the most important conversations begin. A wish list isn’t just a collection of features. It’s a reflection of how someone wants to live, what compromises they’re willing to make, and which ones they’ll regret making later.

Over the years, we’ve found that buyers who take the time to define their priorities before they start touring homes tend to make more confident decisions. They spend less time chasing listings that don’t truly fit and more time recognizing the right opportunity when it appears.

Recently, one of our Coquitlam buyers shared this thoughtful review after purchasing their home:

“Such a great experience working with Michelle at Oakwyn.

She knows Coquitlam like the back of her hand and really helped my partner and I get a lay of the land.

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Tri-Cities Market Update – What Zahra Is Watching Right Now

If you’re watching the Tri-Cities and feeling unsure… you’re not alone.

We’re hearing it often. More inventory, longer timelines, and questions around whether pricing has stabilized.

Here’s the key shift:

This is no longer a speed-driven market. It’s a positioning market.

Across Port Moody, we’re seeing a clear pattern. Inventory is rising, prices have adjusted, and buyers are taking more time to decide. That combination changes how you approach both buying and selling.


What the numbers are showing (March 2026)

Pulled from Greater Vancouver REALTORS® data:

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Coquitlam Real Estate Market Update

December 2025

If you live in Coquitlam or are thinking about buying here, you have probably noticed mixed messages. Some headlines talk about price drops. Others say homes are still selling. Our job is to turn the latest stats into a clear picture so you can plan with confidence instead of guessing.

All numbers in this update come from the Greater Vancouver REALTORS Coquitlam report for December 2025. 2025-12-Coquitlam

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