Vancouver Duplex Trap: The Costly Mistakes Buyers Keep Making in 2026

Описание: Buying a duplex in Vancouver in 2026 can look like a smart move — but for many buyers, it’s becoming a financial trap.

In this video, I break down the most common Vancouver duplex mistakes I’m seeing buyers make right now, including layout issues, bad lot choices, resale traps, and why some “new” duplexes will seriously underperform in the next market cycle.

If you’re considering buying a Vancouver duplex, duplex + basement suite, or missing-middle housing, this video will help you avoid costly mistakes before you commit hundreds of thousands of dollars.

What we cover:

Vancouver duplex red flags most buyers miss

Layout and design mistakes that kill resale value

Why some duplexes won’t attract end users

The real cost of getting this wrong in 2026

How to identify duplexes that actually hold value

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, upgrader, or investor, understanding the Vancouver duplex market is critical before you buy.

👇 If you’re actively searching, reach out — I help buyers avoid bad real estate decisions in Vancouver every day.

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Chatpters

0:00 – Intro: The biggest duplex buying mistakes I see
1:37 – Who is your neighbour (this matters more than you think)
2:43 – Buying a 2-bedroom duplex + no main floor bathroom / powder room
4:20 – Assuming new build automatically means better quality
5:16 – Shopping finishes instead of fundamentals
6:40 – Not understanding duplex layout trade-offs
7:10 – Ignoring privacy (windows, yards, entrances)
7:40 – Thinking “no strata fees” = no strata
8:18 – Under-budgeting true ownership costs
8:45 – Obsessing over exact square footage
9:20 – Overpaying for pretty staging & marketing
9:34 – Not comparing the right alternatives
9:58 – My duplex buyer checklist


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