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Vancouver small businesses have until March 31 to apply for new property tax relief
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Vancouver small businesses have until March 31 to apply for new property tax relief
Vancouver based businesses could be taxed at a rate 50 per cent lower than the city’s usual general purpose tax rate. (2 minute read)
Legislation & Regulations
The effect of flood mapping and floods on housing prices
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
The effect of flood mapping and floods on housing prices
Floodplain mapping can help assess risk and better understand a home's value. (3 minute read)
Home Buying
Choosing the right home starts with choosing the right REALTOR®
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
Choosing the right home starts with choosing the right REALTOR®
Buying or selling a home is a significant financial decision. That’s why it’s important to take your time to choose the right Realtor for you.
Taxes
Speculation and Vacancy Tax declaration period now open
Friday, February 3, 2023
Speculation and Vacancy Tax declaration period now open
All property owners in taxable regions must declare by March 31. (1 minute read)
Legislation & Regulations
Better protection for strata property owners coming in November
Friday, February 3, 2023
Better protection for strata property owners coming in November
Amendments to the Strata Property Act that increase contingency reserve fund minimums are coming November 1, 2023. (2 minute read)
Home Buying
Use Realtylink.org to help find your next home
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Use Realtylink.org to help find your next home
Search listings from the MLS® systems operated by the Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley, Chilliwack, BC Northern, and Vancouver Island real estate boards.
Legislation & Regulations
Vancouver Empty Homes Tax 2022 declarations open
Friday, January 20, 2023
Vancouver Empty Homes Tax 2022 declarations open
Vancouver property owners can now start making their Empty Homes Tax declarations for the 2022 tax year. (2 minute read)
Market Trends
Greater Vancouver Assessments up overall
Friday, January 6, 2023
Greater Vancouver Assessments up overall
Property assessment notices are sent in the first week of the year, and have increased for some property types. (3 minute read)
Legislation & Regulations
Federal foreign buyer ban coming in January 2023
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Federal foreign buyer ban coming in January 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)
Legislation & Regulations
BC government introduces “cooling off” period for home sales
Tuesday, December 6, 2022
BC government introduces “cooling off” period for home sales
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)
Legislation & Regulations
Supreme Court of Canada clarifies, expands principles of expropriation
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
Supreme Court of Canada clarifies, expands principles of expropriation
A recent decision has clarified the test for constructive taking and expropriation by regulation. (5 minute read)
Market Trends
Lower Mainland’s commercial real estate sees fewer transactions in Q2
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Lower Mainland’s commercial real estate sees fewer transactions in Q2
Activity in the commercial real estate market edged down from the brisker pace experienced at the start of the year. (2 minute read)
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