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More protections for renters, landlords, parents, and families
Thursday, April 18, 2024
These proposed amendments look to restrict rent increases, resolve rental disputes faster, and more. (3 minute read)
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Federal budget helps homebuyers and renters
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Read our breakdown of the Federal Budget 2024: Fairness for every generation. (6 minute read)
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BC brings in anti-flipping legislation
Thursday, April 11, 2024
The BC government will begin taxing the profit on homes sold within two years of purchase, beginning 2025. (3 minute read)
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Province delivers flood strategy
Thursday, April 04, 2024
The strategy is to build a more flood-resilient province, with communities working together to prepare for and respond to flooding. (2 minute read)
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Richmond 2024 Municipal update covered community plan, tunnel replacement
Thursday, April 04, 2024
Two Richmond planners summarized what's been happening in Richmond and what to expect in the coming years to 70 REALTORS®. (4 minute read)
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Premier David Eby shares his plans to make housing affordable with BC REALTORS®
Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Premier Eby outlined his housing plans at BCREA's GL Days, emphasizing government's role in affordability. (4 minute read)
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First Nations in Vancouver to be exempt from DCCs and ACCs
Thursday, March 21, 2024
The bill aims to reduce housing project costs on First-Nation-owned lands, potentially boosting housing supply. (2 minute read)
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Federal First-Time Home Buyer Incentive program ends March 21, 2024
Thursday, March 07, 2024
Your clients can still apply before midnight on March 21. (2 minute read)
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What’s in BC Budget 2024 for property buyers and owners?
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Affordable housing was the top priority in BC Budget 2024. (5 minute read)
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BC government announces PTT changes, flipping tax in new budget
Friday, February 23, 2024
Here's a summary of the new housing measures in the BC budget announced on February 22, 2024. (2 minute read)
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New government funding for lower-cost, middle-income rental, and market homes coming
Thursday, February 22, 2024
The new BC Builds program will provide nearly $5 billion in funding for middle-income building projects. (4 minute read)
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Foreign buyer ban extended to January 1, 2027
Thursday, February 08, 2024
CREA is questioning the ban extension, and is urging for more exemptions. (3 minute read)
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Federal government moves to regulate short-term rentals
Thursday, January 25, 2024
The goal is to make housing more affordable and ensure the fairness of Canada’s tax system. (2 minute read)
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Vancouver council moves to address $500 million infrastructure deficit
Thursday, January 25, 2024
Council is looking at solutions to cover the deficit, including divesting non-core assets and creating new partnerships. (2 minute read)
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New rules for asbestos licensing, certification in force January 1, 2024
Thursday, January 18, 2024
The rules require asbestos-abatement employers to be licensed and their workers certified to work with asbestos. (2 minute read)
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You’re responsible if your telemarketing company violates the DNCL
Thursday, December 14, 2023
Make sure you're compliant with Do Not Call List (DNCL) legislation or you could face big fines. (2 minute read)
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Federal Fall Economic Statement to help bring affordability to buyers, owners, and renters
Thursday, November 23, 2023
The statement includes a comprehensive plan covering mortgage rules, funding, and more. (7 minute read)
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Chilliwack’s updating its sign bylaw
Thursday, November 09, 2023
If you do business in Chilliwack, make sure you understand the new, stricter rules. (3 minute read)