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Legislation & Regulations
REBGV recommends policy changes to improve housing affordability and availability in BC
Thursday, June 1, 2023
Read about the three tax-related recommendations REBGV made to the provincial government to ease housing. (3 minute read)
Urban Planning
Disaster funding for flooding makes local communities safer
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Learn more about initiatives to mitigate flood damage and assess flood risks around Greater Vancouver. (3 minute read)
Legislation & Regulations
New exemptions to strata age restriction bylaws
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
The new exemptions include future children, dependents, and spouses/partners. (1 minute read)
Market Insights Video
April 2023 Market Insights
Thursday, May 4, 2023
With listing activity remaining below historical norms, home sales in Metro Vancouver have mounted a surprising comeback. (1 minute read, 2:14 minute video)
Market Insights Video
March 2023 Market Insights
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Home prices showed modest increases in March, while new listings remained below long-term historical averages. (1 minute read, 2:24 video)
Legislation & Regulations
Federal foreign buyer ban coming in January 2023
Friday, March 31, 2023
The federal government’s ban on new foreign ownership of residential property becomes law on January 1, 2023. Here's what you need to know. (3 minute read)
Market Insights Video
February 2023 Market Insights
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Below average home sales allow inventory to inch upwards. (2:13 video)
Legislation & Regulations
The effect of flood mapping and floods on housing prices
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
Floodplain mapping can help assess risk and better understand a home's value. (3 minute read)
Market Insights Video
January 2023 Market Insights
Friday, February 10, 2023
Home sales decline below long-term averages and inventory remains low. (2:09 video)
Legislation & Regulations
Better protection for strata property owners coming in November
Friday, February 3, 2023
Amendments to the Strata Property Act that increase contingency reserve fund minimums are coming November 1, 2023. (2 minute read)
Market Insights Video
December 2022 Market Insights
Monday, January 9, 2023
Rising mortgage rates brought uncertainty and caution in 2022 to Metro Vancouver housing markets. (2:28 minute video)
Legislation & Regulations
BC government introduces “cooling off” period for home sales
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
Starting January 1, 2023, home buyers can back out of a residential purchase up to three business days after signing a contract. (3 minute read)