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How will the new mortgage stress test rules impact Metro Vancouver real estate?
Tuesday, June 1, 2021
How will the new mortgage stress test rules impact Metro Vancouver real estate?
The new rules will dampen mortgage credit growth, but should have a modest effect on home sales and prices in the region going forward.
Legislation & Regulations
Speculation and vacancy tax relief for non-existent homes
Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Speculation and vacancy tax relief for non-existent homes
The provincial speculation and vacancy tax applies to airspace above buildings classed as residential. The government will temporarily remove this tax for one year.
Home Buying
Home buyers: 5 tips to prepare for a busy market
Friday, May 14, 2021
Home buyers: 5 tips to prepare for a busy market
Before you begin home hunting, get prepared using these five simple steps to mitigate your risk so there are no unwanted surprises in one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.
Home Buying
What are the buying costs of a home?
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
What are the buying costs of a home?
If you’ve decided to buy a home, it’s important you understand all the costs involved in addition to the price you're paying for the property.
Home Buying
Q&A with REBGV Chair Taylor Biggar: Tips for home buyers in today’s hectic housing market?
Thursday, April 29, 2021
Q&A with REBGV Chair Taylor Biggar: Tips for home buyers in today’s hectic housing market?
Here's what hopeful home buyers need to know to successfully navigate Metro Vancouver’s hectic housing market.
Home Buying
What are the tax implications of buying a vacation home?
Monday, April 19, 2021
What are the tax implications of buying a vacation home?
Before buying a vacation property, you should be aware of tax implications and other important considerations.
Home Buying
Here are seven strata terms you should know
Wednesday, April 14, 2021
Here are seven strata terms you should know
If you’re looking to own a strata home, make sure you’re familiar with related terminology. Here’s a guide to some of those terms.
Home Buying
Federal agency proposes new minimum qualifying rate for uninsured mortgages
Friday, April 9, 2021
Federal agency proposes new minimum qualifying rate for uninsured mortgages
The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions began consultation yesterday on a proposed increase to the minimum qualifying rate for uninsured mortgages.
Legislation & Regulations
The Land Owner Transparency Registry – what you need to know
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
The Land Owner Transparency Registry – what you need to know
To help stop the ‎hidden ownership of real ‎‎estate and prevent money laundering and tax evasion, the BC government has introduced legislation and an owner registry.
Legislation & Regulations
Rent freeze extended; renovictions, disputes addressed in proposed legislation
Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Rent freeze extended; renovictions, disputes addressed in proposed legislation
Check the details of the BC government's proposed legislation to extend the residential rent freeze, and other related items.
Home Buying
Buying or selling a home? Here are 4 trends you can expect in today's market
Wednesday, February 17, 2021
Buying or selling a home? Here are 4 trends you can expect in today's market
A combination of historically high demand, limited housing supply, and COVID-19 restrictions is changing the way buyers and sellers are operating in Metro Vancouver’s housing market.
Legislation & Regulations
Time to complete your speculation and vacancy tax declaration
Friday, January 22, 2021
Time to complete your speculation and vacancy tax declaration
Residential property owners in communities where the speculation and vacancy tax applies will soon receive their declaration package.
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