Bank of Canada holds key lending rate at 2.75% as “Uncertainty remains high”
Today, the Bank of Canada announced that it would hold the target for the overnight lending rate at its current…
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Personal Information and BCREA’s Privacy Notice and Consent Form #585
We are all living in the data age, whether we like it or not. Data is everywhere, and the collection…
5 key upgrades to make your home more accessible
Retirement is a time to kick back, relax, and enjoy life. For many, that means saying goodbye to a bigger…
Why Prefabricated Housing Is on the Rise in BC and Canada
In its throne speech on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, the new federal government confirmed a policy promise from the Liberal…
8 ways to break up with junk in your home
When we think about decluttering our homes, we tend to focus on all the stuff we need to get rid…
Mortgage payments in retirement? Why more retirees are still paying off their home as they exit the workforce
Retirement marks an exciting new chapter for many Canadians, one filled with more personal time, the freedom to explore new…
Retirement and real estate in Quebec: Stay put or downsize?
Nowadays, owning a home is a challenge – and paying off your mortgage in full is an even greater one…
Episode 62: Protect Your Peace: The Value of Home Inspections – Victoria Ballantine
Shaun Majumder: When I say unfinished basements, how do you react? Victoria Ballantine: I find some of the worst things on new…
BC Real Estate Association Calls for New Short-Term Rental Exemptions Amidst Tariff Challenges and Expected High Tourism Demand
Vancouver, BC – May 27, 2025. In BC’s current tariff- and trade-challenged environment, provincial priorities need to adapt. While affordable…
What You Need to Know About Peak BC Flooding Season
“How high’s the water, Mama?” For those who aren’t Johnny Cash fans, the line above comes from his famous song,…
