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Federal foreign buyer ban coming in January 2023
Friday, March 31, 2023
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)
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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)
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)
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)
Editorial
REBGV brings on Andrew Lis as new economist
Tuesday, July 19, 2022
REBGV brings on Andrew Lis as new economist
Andrew is an applied economist and data scientist specializing in real estate and urban land economics with experience in the public and private sectors. (1 minute read)
Community
Metro Vancouver REALTORS® honoured for rapid response during BC's flooding disaster
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Metro Vancouver REALTORS® honoured for rapid response during BC's flooding disaster
REALTORS® Ron Basra and Phil Moore received the 2021 REALTORS Care® Award for providing much needed aid under difficult conditions during the 2021 BC floods. (2 minute read)
Community
Richmond REALTOR® receives REBGV’s highest honour for professionalism
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Richmond REALTOR® receives REBGV’s highest honour for professionalism
REBGV honoured REALTOR® K. Scott Russell with the 2021 Professional Excellence Award for his mentorship and contributions to organized real estate over his long career. (3 minute read)
Legislation & Regulations
BC REALTORS® offer 30 policy recommendations to province to improve BC real estate
Thursday, March 31, 2022
BC REALTORS® offer 30 policy recommendations to province to improve BC real estate
The BC Real Estate Association, with support of BC’s real estate boards, has 30 policy recommendations for the provincial government.
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What’s in BC Budget 2022 for homebuyers and owners?
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
What’s in BC Budget 2022 for homebuyers and owners?
BC Budget 2022 was released on February 22, 2022 with a focus on funding for climate change, infrastructure, and homelessness. (2 minute read)
Legislation & Regulations
Metro Vancouver regulates wood burning fireplaces and stoves
Monday, February 14, 2022
Metro Vancouver regulates wood burning fireplaces and stoves
Metro Vancouver is regulating wood burning fireplaces and stoves to reduce pollution. Find out how this could affect you. (3 minute read)
Legislation & Regulations
How many homes paid BC Vacancy and Speculation Tax in your community?
Friday, December 10, 2021
How many homes paid BC Vacancy and Speculation Tax in your community?
Read how much tax was generated from this tax in Greater Vancouver municipalities.
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