To help BC’s economy recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, many CleanBC rebates are doubled until December 31, 2020. These initiatives will help homeowners save energy and will also help the province meet its new emissions target rate to be 16 per cent below 2007 levels by 2025. The increased rebates are available for: switching from …
After the BC NDP won a majority of legislative seats, Premier John Horgan has announced the new provincial cabinet. The BC NDP’s cabinet positions will play a key role in economic recovery and are an important conduit for BCREA to advance our advocacy issues. Below is a summary of ministerial appointments affecting real estate. Hon. …
On November 30, 2020, the Land Owner Transparency Act1 (LOTA) came into effect, and with it, the Land Owner Transparency Registry (LOTR). Now, with every change in title to a property in British Columbia, a transparency declaration must be filed with the Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia (LTSA). Individuals acquiring an interest …
By Ellen Baragon, Guest Contributor Due to the real estate sector’s size, its services, and the high monetary values involved, real estate is at risk of being targeted for money laundering – as are banks and financial sectors where large transactions are common. One important way a real estate brokerage can reduce this risk is …
By Ellen Baragon, Guest Contributor Looking to end the year by brushing up on your skills or getting a head start on 2021 professional development requirements? Register for any of BCREA’s online PDP courses before December 31 and get 20% off the regular price with promo code HOLIDAY20. Six new online courses were introduced this …
For the complete news release, including detailed statistics, click here. Vancouver, BC – December 14, 2020. The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports that a total of 9,416 residential unit sales were recorded by the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in November 2020, an increase of 42.1 per cent from November 2019. The average MLS® residential …
Applications are now being accepted for individuals interested in becoming a REALTOR® or public director on the BCREA Board of Directors for the 2021-22 term. To request an application package, contact your local real estate board or email [email protected] Deadline to submit your application package is January 15, 2021. “We’re really here to help guide …
Privacy laws in British Columbia require that informed consent is obtained before collecting, using, and disclosing the personal information of individuals. BCREA created the Privacy Notice and Consent form to support REALTORS® in providing disclosure and documenting the informed consent of consumers regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of their personal information. Having a consumer …
Last updated: July 1, 2021 The provincial state of emergency that was in place for more than a year has now been lifted. For British Columbians, this means unlimited indoor and outdoor personal gatherings, an end to mask mandates and the freedom to travel within Canada. For REALTORS®, this means the option to return to …
The second half of 2020 has been a busy time for real estate transactions, which has resulted in an increase in conveyancing. To help control the spread of COVID-19, it remains paramount to continue using technology to reduce in-person contact during all aspects of a transaction, including conveyancing. In dealing with the consequences of the …
On November 30, BCREA hosted a virtual information session for individuals interested in learning more about becoming a BCREA REALTOR® or public Director for the 2021-22 term. The session, held via webinar, was hosted by Chair of the Nominating Committee Tanis Read, a featured BCREA Board of Directors Chair Anthony Bastiaanssen, BCREA CEO Darlene Hyde, …
Rising insurance costs are a major concern for many of the approximately one-quarter of British Columbia’s residents who live in strata properties. This issue was a significant advocacy point for BCREA during the recent provincial election campaign, and it will continue to be a key issue as we work with the new government. The recent …
By Ellen Baragon, Guest Contributor As REALTORS® work in their clients’ best interests, being well versed in all aspects of listing and buyer agency contracts can help you better support and empower your clients during a real estate transaction, as well as help you meet your regulatory requirements. To help Realtors learn more about how …
The British Columbia Real Estate Association acknowledges that our head office is located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam). We also acknowledge the other 195 First Nations in British Columbia, as these are the lands we each call home.
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