Best Practices for Showings and Open Houses #596
Showings are an important part of a REALTOR®’s role. It is essential to understand best practices, including what is and…
Tag: Legally Speaking
Heritage and Archaeological Conservation Basics for REALTORS® #595
British Columbia’s Heritage Conservation Act1 (the “Act”) enables the protection and conservation of over 60,000 documented and likely many more undocumented heritage and archaeological sites…
The Language of Condition Removal – “Fulfilled” or “Waived”? #594
Condition removal represents a milestone in any real estate transaction. Until the condition is fulfilled or waived, the contract is binding on the parties;…
A Team-Based Approach to Supporting Your Clients #593
REALTORS® play a central role in guiding their clients through the twists and turns of real estate transactions, but they…
Contract Etiquette for REALTORS®: Navigating Changes, Strikeouts, and Initials #592
A properly drafted Contract of Purchase and Sale (CPS) is critical to the successful completion of a real estate transaction….
Working With Vulnerable Clients #591
As professional advisors, REALTORS® often encounter clients experiencing various forms of vulnerability, such as diminished capacity, coercion, or abuse. REALTORS®…
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…
Property Disclosure and Non-Disclosure: What Every REALTOR® Should Know #589
The new Property Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Property No-Disclosure Statement (PNDS) represent a fundamental change to the day-to-day practice of…
Navigating Contract Amendments: Key Risks When a Back-Up Offer Exists #588
When used strategically, a back-up offer can be a powerful tool. But whether you’re representing a buyer or a seller,…
Human Rights: What to Remember When Purchasing, Selling, or Renting Properties #587
It is always prudent to familiarize yourself with or learn more about our provincial human rights legislation, the Human Rights…
