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Mortgage Rate Forecast

Where mortgage rates go from here depends on how serious the US is about imposing punitively high tariffs on Canadian imports, and how Canada responds.

Media Relations

Past Due: Expired Offers, Expired Contracts, and What To Do With Them #580

Missing deadlines in real estate contracts can lead to expired deals, and while some offers can be revived, doing so comes with risks and consequences.

Resources & Tips

Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our curated resources, in conjunction with the knowledge and advice of a REALTOR®, are designed to empower you on your real estate journey.

Curated Resources

Find everything you need to navigate the world of real estate with confidence. Our consumer videos are designed to address the most common concerns when it comes to standard forms, contracts, and other real estate topics.

View these and more videos made for you on real estate topics important for British Columbians on our YouTube channel.

Consumer Videos

Understanding the Contract of Purchase and Sale – Residential

This video helps explain a key document used in a real estate transaction: The Contract of Purchase and Sale – Residential.

A Consumer’s Guide to Understanding the Home Buyer Rescission Period

This video provides an overview of the Home Buyer Rescission Period and explains how buyers can rescind or cancel their offer to purchase.

Understanding the Buyer’s Agency Exclusive Contract

When working with buyers in a real estate transaction in BC, consumers and their REALTOR® may choose to use the Buyer’s Agency Exclusive Contract. This video explains the purpose of this common standard form and its contents.

Latest Resources & Tips

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BCREA Appointee Sought for Real Estate Compensation Fund Corporation

BCREA’s Board of Directors seeks appointee for the Real Estate Compensation Fund Corporation.

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BCREA Appointee Sought for Real Estate Errors and Omissions Insurance Corporation

BCREA’s Board of Directors seeks appointee for the Real Estate Errors and Omissions Insurance Corporation.

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The Homeowner’s Guide to Navigating Wildfire Season

Extreme events like wildfires can affect you and your home, so we have prepared some resources to help you make informed decisions when buying or selling it.  

Newly Updated Video Explains the Contract of Purchase and Sale – Residential Form to Consumers

BCREA has created a new video to help consumers better understand what’s involved in the preparation of the Contract of Purchase and Sale for a particular property.

Five Insurance Tips for Wildfire Season

BC’s wildfire season has gotten off to an early start and while there are some things homeowners can do to make their properties more wildfire-resilient, managing wildfire risk largely comes down to homeowner insurance.

A Consumer’s Guide to Home Energy Retrofits

Retrofits are a smart investment for homeowners, offering a range of benefits beyond just lowering energy costs. Learn more about them here!

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