by Amy Rozier | Apr 11, 2018 | Consumer Matters, Hot Topics
Proper staging makes a home feel spacious, tasteful, and inviting to the broadest range of buyers. Magic happens behind the scenes when a home is well styled! Before & After: Simplify and brighten the living room with lighter paint and furniture, expose the...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 11, 2018 | Hot Topics, Research
Many police departments share their crime data with the public. See what’s happening near your home with the resources below. “Heat maps” The latest Vancouver Police Crime Data Port Moody Police Department Crime Maps New Westminster Crime Maps City...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 11, 2018 | Hot Topics, Legislation
First Time Home Buyers’ Program The First Time Home Buyers’ Program reduces or eliminates the amount of property transfer tax you pay when you purchase your first home. If you qualify for the program, you may be eligible for either a full or partial...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 11, 2018 | Legislation
Tax deferment is a low interest loan program that helps qualified B.C. homeowners pay their annual property taxes on their principal residence. Here’s how it works: Receive your annual property tax notice Confirm you qualify for one of the tax deferment programs...
by Amy Rozier | Apr 11, 2018 | Legislation
The 2018 BC Budget was just announced introducing new taxes for real estate. They are: Foreign Buyer Tax – Effective Feb. 21, 2018, the foreign buyer tax will increase to 20 per cent (from 15 per cent) and will be extended to the Fraser Valley, Capital, Nanaimo,...
