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Vancouver vs Burnaby
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Vancouver vs Burnaby | Where Should You Buy a Home?

Torn between the City of Vancouver and Burnaby? It’s one of the most common decisions Lower Mainland buyers face and the right answer really depends ...
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Buying a Home With a Rental Suite
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Buying a Home With a Rental Suite / Mortgage Helper

In pricey Greater Vancouver, a “mortgage helper” can be the difference between qualifying for a home and getting shut out. A rental suite doesn’t just ...
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Do Buyers Pay Realtor Commission in BC
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Do Buyers Pay Realtor Commission in BC?

Great question and one that stops a lot of first-time buyers from getting their own agent. The short version: having a realtor in your corner ...
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Who Pays Realtor Commission When Buying a Home in BC
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Who Pays Realtor Commission When Buying a Home in BC?

Buying your first home in BC? There’s real money on the table tax-free savings accounts, tax rebates, and a property transfer tax exemption that can ...
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BC Home Flipping Tax Explained
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BC Home Flipping Tax Explained | Rates and Exemptions

Bought a place and thinking of selling sooner than planned? Before you do, you need to know about BC’s Home Flipping Tax a provincial tax ...
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How Much Down Payment Do You Need in BC (+ CMHC)
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How Much Down Payment Do You Need in BC? (+ CMHC)

The down payment is the biggest upfront hurdle to buying a home so let’s clear up exactly how much you need in BC in 2026, ...
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Mortgage Pre Approval Amount How Much Can You Borrow
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Mortgage Pre-Approval Amount | How Much Can You Borrow?

Before you fall in love with a place, you need to know your number. A mortgage pre-approval tells you how much a lender will actually ...
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Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax When Selling in BC
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Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax When Selling in BC?

Selling your home and worried the taxman is going to take a big bite? Good news for most people: if it’s the home you actually ...
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Vancouver Home Value What Is My Property Worth
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Vancouver Home Value | What Is My Property Worth?

Thinking about selling or just curious what your place would go for today? “What is my home worth?” is the number-one question every homeowner Googles, ...
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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a Home in BC
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How Much Does It Cost to Sell a Home in BC? (Commission + All Fees)

If you’re about to list your place, you’re probably wondering the same thing everyone does: okay, but what’s this actually going to cost me? Here’s ...
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North Vancouver Home Affordability Guide for Buyers
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North Vancouver Home Affordability Guide for Buyers

If you’re planning to buy a home in North Vancouver, one of the first questions you’ll probably ask is How much income do I actually ...
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North Vancouver Condo Buyer Checklist for 2026
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North Vancouver Condo Buyer Checklist for 2026

Quick Condo Buyer Checklist  Question Why It Matters What are the monthly strata fees? Impacts your ongoing housing costs Is there a depreciation report? Helps ...
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