Real estate
March 29, 2023
Properties topping $1 million in wealthy areas like British Columbia and Alberta are included as part of new stats that suggest the perks of remote living are wearing off. Image credit: Royal LePage
By Amirah Keaton
Declining sales projections for recreational homes in one of the world’s hottest real estate markets could serve as an early sign of shifting sentiments toward remote lifestyles.
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