apartment hunting in Vancouver || Exploring our new home

[@maltnz]

Good to see the bubbly Becca coming back :-). Enjoy your new home.

[@Becca.Loveless]

I’m so happy things are starting to click into place! This year has been a lot 😅

[@williamloveless8398]

I'm so glad you put Billy's awesome solo in this video! We are so glad you found a place to live! Having a washer and dryer in the apartment is HUGE compared to the alternative. Thanks for your great videos!

[@Becca.Loveless]

It’s funny how such a little thing can make the biggest difference!

[@Scottygirlnz]

That apartment is lovely and I think the kitchen is also great. Once you get your own stuff in there and make it your own you'll love it. I get the sunshine thing but at least the apartment is light and bright. I'm so happy that you can now settle into a neighbourhood. Wonderful news and I can't wait to see how it all looks once you get settled.

[@Becca.Loveless]

I’m excited to get into it and see how it feels after we’re all settled. Hoping it’s a good fit for us 🧡

[@lindanz7578]

Wow what a difference a week makes. So happy for you Becca. Enjoy making your new place, Home. I love that word 🥝🤗

[@Becca.Loveless]

Still feels like a roller coaster over here but every day we get more and more settled!

[@brilliantbutblue]

Im certain you will make your new house a home in no time at all. Congratulations, the hard work paid off. 👏

[@Becca.Loveless]

It always feels like it takes forever because i like to get as much as I can second-hand which takes forever to source everything. But I kind of love it!

[@xjet]

It's great that you found somewhere, that'll take a lot of the stress away. Thanks for the video, it was great.

[@Becca.Loveless]

Thanks for still watching our hectic videos 😅 but yeah, we’re pretty happy to have found a place. Hoping it’s a good fit for us 🤍

[@tuiturangi3245]

Yeah!! So happy for you guys! The new apartment will be a live changer for any sort of anxiety you may have experienced! Like you said: now comes the fun part! Furniture wise, maybe you want to go for a bunk bed for the kids, even Clara is still little? My two girls are sharing a tiny room and it’s just so convenient space wise and also cute to look at, with all the fairy lights and stuff… Have a lovely, lovely weekend! Vancouver looks amazing 🤩 😍! Kia Kaha! 😘😘😘

[@Becca.Loveless]

That’s a good idea! Even for William to play on I think he’d love it! Clara won’t be in her own for another six months, but really in the grand scheme of things that’s not too far off either.

[@Vikinggirl1679]

Looks like a very nice place. So happy for you. And it's a big plus to get utilities included for the cold Canadian winters. The cost for heat is terrible.

[@Becca.Loveless]

And this way I don’t get stingy about it 😅

[@esteban4lv1n02]

Hi, how is heat managed? Has the apartment already equipped with heat machine?

[@charlene-zw]

Congrats on great apartment get !!! and … cutest kids Ever , Becca ☺️👍👦🏼 👶🏼

[@Becca.Loveless]

Hopefully it’s a good fit for us! Officially moving in this week 😳 looking forward to not moving again for a while.

[@DomingoDeSantaClara]

Great to hear you got your new digs sorted, i knew it would come up roses for you.😊 Not sure about this bear thing, as a Kiwi the only thing we have to worry about is the occasional psychopathic rabbit😅

[@Becca.Loveless]

Lol I’d take the psychopathic rabbit over hordes of sandflies any day 😂

[@drayner2517]

The universe heard you! What a great video Becca, so good to see you all happy, healthy and looking forward to the next adventure ❤

[@Becca.Loveless]

The end of moving is in sight! Just need to find furniture and not do anything again for a very long time 😂

[@modfus]

The children are so happy. Very nice video Becca 🙂

[@Becca.Loveless]

Aw thanks! They’re my world 🥰

[@Applesandfries]

Wooooo I‘m so happy for you!

[@Becca.Loveless]

It’s such a relief 🥲

[@vickyfroment]

What a relief for you, now you know where you are going to be living you can start settling into life in the area. That limbo feeling is just awful and stressful! At least furniture shopping is a little more fun! And Billy's solo was amazing 🙂

[@Becca.Loveless]

It makes all the difference! Looking forward to slowly making our new little hike 🥰 And I love listening to that solo! So magical!

[@cfyfe7168]

I’m late to this video. I just want to say welcome. Stable supportive housing is critical as a base to help us thrive. I’m so sorry (for all of us in the popular west coast cities) that the cost of housing is so very high. Some Canadians are profiting handily, where they rent homes they purchased prior to 2010. And many many are hurting because of it. Also, I understand fully the difficulties of living in a basement….ugh. You are not alone. Keep loving one another ☺️☺️

[@charlene-zw]

Impressive Billy’s solo music 🎶!!!! 😃 👏 Amazing career to have 😃

[@Becca.Loveless]

It’s rare for someone to be able to actually love what they do! We feel very lucky in that regard.

[@karenmbbaxter]

The same rental stress happening in Canada is also happening in Australia and as I watch a lot o you tube from the U.S. and U.K. the same thing is happening there also......It would take too much time to explain here but a lack of rental properties has to do with interest rates going up across The Western World......In my country families often have to move from one rental property to another every year so MY BIGGEST TIP is only buy light or foldable furniture such as a baby potacot that can be used as a cot, playpen and a change table. Light couch, your double bed on a base that can be dissasembled.

[@Becca.Loveless]

I’m hoping to not move again for a long while 😅 but all good ideas! And yeah it does seem to be happening everywhere 🥲

[@laughinlori6893]

I grew up in Deep Cove in the late 60s, early 70s. We used to regularly hike up to Quarry Rock, but I don't remember calling it that. Amazing view. There are so many great hikes and parks in the Vancouver area. ❤

[@Becca.Loveless]

Really and truly! There are TOO many places to explore here! It’s overwhelming 😂

[@galoreofbooks6216]

So happy for you!!!!!!! I'm guttered nz lost a lovely family tho ... sending love ❤

[@Becca.Loveless]

It’s hard thinking how easy life would seem if we’d never left NZ, but at the same time I think moving here was probably better for us in the long run 🧡

[@annaseccombe6893]

Yay! So pleased that you've found a place to live :) As a wild uneducated guess, I reckon there's probably some correlation between cities that are rich enough to have a professional orchestra, and cities where the cost of housing is painful. Vancouver looks gorgeous - I hope that the process of starting to settle in goes more smoothly than the shift so far, and you can start to breathe again.

[@Becca.Loveless]

Your guess is the correct one! Especially over here. Europe seems to have a bit of a different situation. And already things are starting to feel soooo much better!

[@mattieclan8957]

Congratulations. 🎉

[@Becca.Loveless]

Thanks 🥰 feels good to have that sorted!

[@fernphoenix]

Yes! So happy the universe came through with a great apartment for you!👏Stanley Park is fab, and beach even better than NZ as sometimes there's sea otters (so cute!) 🦦

[@Becca.Loveless]

Points for NZ not having bears though 😅

[@drthomason7043]

It's so beautiful there Becca, glad you have the beach, bridges boats and hope you can find some Kiwi living up there you can talk face to face with, enjoy nest building. Great to hear the dress rehearsal. 📣📣Cheers

[@Becca.Loveless]

We’re really loving it up here! Summer in Vancouver is hard to beat 😊

[@mrpaisleyshirt]

Hopefully you'll feel a bit more settled once again for a while, being in a neighborhood you're comfortable with is probably one of the most important things. Don't mean to harp on about this bear subject, but at least if the hikes are usually pretty busy then there's more chance of someone else getting mauled, allowing you the opportunity to make a run for it. I've heard that you should carry something called "bear bells" when in bear country.

[@Becca.Loveless]

That’s true! We just have to be faster than the old people! I know a lot of people carry bear spray, but I feel that’s more of a placebo and peace of mind thing lol. I don’t know. My current plan is to never run into a bear. Do you think that’ll work?

[@mrpaisleyshirt]

@@Becca.Loveless Hey brilliant idea, that's sure to work just fine. 🐻 🙄

[@alfaalfi5866]

Yeay waiting for furniture shopping vlog

[@Becca.Loveless]

I’m looking forward to it but it’s going to kill me 😅😵‍💫

[@haruny-qv4dt]

May I ask where do u find houses that r now rentingTTT? I'm a student and just moved to Vancouver recently. I'm also seeking for a townhouse which I can live with my mom but she's not good in English so I need to find it this by myself. I really don't know how to find a trustworthy landlord and avoid being scammed. Do u have any tips? Thanks a lot!!!!!

[@Becca.Loveless]

Not really unfortunately! Everything is super expensive. We ended up renting a basement of a home where the tenants live upstairs. We honestly just kept searching every day through Craigslist and Facebook marketplace, seeing lots of different places, and even applied for a few. This place was the only one that accepted us.

[@esteban4lv1n02]

Thanks for the tips, my wife will study at ucw University, me Anda my other 2 kids we are going with her. Could you give us any advice? BTW we are going to travel the next sept 18th . Thanks :)

[@beatrizalmeda8928]

Congratulations, it's good to see you so happy, ha ha, I don't know you but I'm very happy for you and your family.

[@Becca.Loveless]

🥰 I love this community on here. It’s so strange that none of us know each other but I love all of you guys!

[@dianemiller5550]

Yes Loved the whole video..

[@Becca.Loveless]

Thanks so much! Glad you watched it 🥰

[@dianemiller5550]

Awww So cute...

[@Becca.Loveless]

Thanks 🥰

[@boomertuxx]

Amazing bushwalks!

[@Becca.Loveless]

Can’t wait for more!!

[@MichelleNovalee]

Is the rent really $3000 a month there?! Had no idea it was that expensive. Housing is very limited in Wyoming too but we only pay $1000 for a 3 bedroom a house. Your husband’s solo performance was amazing btw! He’s a talented musician.

[@cfyfe7168]

Yup. It’s awful.

[@merrinatrix]

But 3000CAD is only 2183USD (still high, but doesn't seem quite so crazy.

[@Becca.Loveless]

Ya but when you make CAD at your job, it is still high.

[@magesnz]

Vancouver is like Auckland, but with more people and more traffic unfortunately

[@Becca.Loveless]

And more bears 🐻

[@susanspence3029]

Have you thought about the suburbs? Maple Ridge is about 35 mins from Vancouver, depending on traffic. Great transit, so many great parks and it is very diverse.

[@Becca.Loveless]

We’ve thought about it! My husband loves biking to work though. I don’t know - we’re loving East van right now but maybe one day will move further out!

[@MarkMcLT]

Don't look, Ethel!!!!

[@Becca.Loveless]

Lol

[@marvinngawaka9091]

U can always make home how U want it nice rugs, flowers, 🌹 aromatics, etc..etc..then find the front door & escape for the day, every day lol..like me ants in my pants..🤣

[@Becca.Loveless]

I’m hoping to get out most days, even in the rainy winter! That’s why I prioritized neighborhood over apartment per se.

[@cheenbean]

Is that canadian dollars?

[@Becca.Loveless]

Yes.

[@cheenbean]

@@Becca.Loveless just wow!!!!!!

[@charmainemcdonald9679]

✨🙏✨

[@Becca.Loveless]

🥰

[@Pjbassjam]

Sucked 10 years ago to ..

[@Becca.Loveless]

It’s always bad 😂

[@roryhebberd9766]

Heh one of the places worse than Auckland with housing crisis.

[@Becca.Loveless]

Aren’t we lucky??

[@TheMntnG]

Living in liveable cities is fucked recently, democracy needs to do something about that

[@Becca.Loveless]

I don’t think anyone knows how to fix the problems that keep popping up 😅

[@TheMntnG]

@@Becca.Loveless after hearing 100h of history podcasts, it seems socialists would have the answer, to overpopulation/crowding, working conditions, wealth, and climate change. but capitalist interests keep them down, so we are running right towards a cliff. the whole humanity. drunk on oil.

[@delnorth]

It’s Disrespectful using your outdoor dirty shoes in someone’s house. I hope you care about this feedback.

[@SaysDharma]

If someone wants you to take your shoes off coming into their house, they will ask. Many people wear shoes in their home & don't care if visitors do as well. It's not disrespectful if they don't mind themselves. 🤦‍♀️

[@Megannicole-ve4qj]

@@SaysDharmawrong. Not in Canada. That is a very American mentality. No one wears their shoes inside a home in Canada.. UNLESS in rare situations where the owner says to leave them on.

[@SaysDharma]

@@Megannicole-ve4qj wrong. 🤣 First off, I'm not American so..oops on your part for assuming. Secondly, not only have I been to Canada several times and this has never been the case but Canada is a very small part of the entire world and *shock* different places have different mentalities. Lastly, if you want to go back and re read my comment I said that it's not disrespectful for the person visiting to wear their shoes if the home owners themselves don't mind and if they'd like you to take your shoes off, they will ask. Just facts. So...looks like you were wrong all over, huh?🤣🤦‍♀️

[@Megannicole-ve4qj]

@@SaysDharma well I can tell you it is very obvious you are not Canadian. This is not something 90% of Canadians would EVER do.

[@Becca.Loveless]

Thank you for the feedback, this is a movie about looking at houses, I would do whatever the person showing the house would do, if they wore shoes then we would too. After living in NYC, you do not wear your shoes inside. It is very dirty. But while house hunting, most of these places are empty and will be cleaned after so many people come through anyways.

[@veraloveless4587]

😂 naked bike ride. 😂 Glad things are getting better for you. William is so athletic! Good job on your solo Billy! Sounded so good!

[@Becca.Loveless]

It was pretty strange to stumble upon that!

[@mitch9880]

Wow, it is so strange seeing Vancouver so close to my partner and I arriving ❤. I miss certain aspects of it, but living there again seems very out of reach 🫠. However, I truly hope you can make it work 🎉

[@Becca.Loveless]

I hope we stay for a long time! I don’t want to move again for a very long time 😅

[@mitch9880]

​​@@Becca.Loveless😅, yeah, you guys have moved heaps. Time to set up shop and chill 🎉

[@cfyfe7168]

I’m late to this video. I just want to say welcome. Stable supportive housing is critical as a base to help us thrive. I’m so sorry (for all of us in the popular west coast cities) that the cost of housing is so very high. Some Canadians are profiting handily, where they rent homes they purchased prior to 2010. And many many are hurting because of it. Also, I understand fully the difficulties of living in a basement….ugh. You are not alone. Keep loving one another ☺️☺️