Province of Ontario proposes full HST rebate for first-time homebuyers on new homes
Ontario’s government is proposing a major update that could make it more affordable for first-time homebuyers to purchase a new…
Archived Articles
This archive contains older industry news and syndicated real estate articles retained for historical reference. Current South Okanagan real estate news, market updates and local buying and selling advice can be found throughout the rest of our blog.
Proceeding With Caution: Court-Ordered Sales in the Foreclosure Context #590
At times messy and complicated, court-ordered sales happen when a property is sold pursuant to a court order. These sales…
BC REALTORS® Go to Ottawa to Advocate for More Housing Supply
In late October, the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) hosted its 40th annual Political Action Committee (PAC) Days in Ottawa. PAC Days is…
BC Organizations Urge Homeowners to Test for “Silent Killer” Radon Gas
Vancouver, BC – November 3, 2025. November is Radon Action Month, and the BC Real Estate Association (BCREA), BC Lung…
BC Real Estate Association Named One of the Best Workplaces™ in BC for 2025
We are proud to announce that BCREA has been named one of the Best Workplaces™ in British Columbia for 2025….
Royal LePage® launches ‘Agents of a different stripe™’ brand campaign, celebrating Canadians’ real estate journeys
Royal LePage, one of Canada’s most recognized real estate companies, has launched a new national brand campaign entitled Agents of…
Overnight lending rate drops to 2.25% as Canadian economy contracts, trade uncertainty prevails
Today, the Bank of Canada announced that it has cut the overnight lending rate yet again by 25 basis points…
Tips for Buying an Investment Property for Short-Term Rental Purposes
Investing in a property for short-term rentals, such as those listed on platforms like Airbnb, can be a lucrative venture….
Episode 67: Building Better: Can Prefab Modular Housing Ease Canada’s Housing Crisis? – Gaetan Royer
The way we build homes hasn’t changed much in decades—and that’s an issue. Gaetan Royer, CEO of Massive Canada, joins…
10 questions to ask when purchasing a century home
Architecturally-unique with a charming elegance, century homes hold a special place in the hearts of homeowners and history enthusiasts alike….
