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Best Realtor for Couples Buying a Home in BC

Best Realtor for Couples Buying a Home in BC Buying a home as a couple is exciting—but it also brings new dynamics, different opinions, and big financial decisions. Whether you’re newly married, planning your first purchase together, or combining households after years apart, the right realtor makes all the difference. Here’s what to look for […]

Winter Home Check Up

Written by: Buffini & Co We love our homes – and staying on top of routine maintenance helps us enjoy time spent there even more. November Change the filter in the heating system Check weatherstripping around windows and doors Inspect the chimney and schedule cleaning Stock up on supplies like salt and sand Inspect the […]

What Could Happen to Your Property Value When a New Development Arrives?

Written by: Zak Khan of REW A new development next door doesn’t spell disaster for your property value. You just found out a developer plans to build new condo towers near your property. One of the first thoughts on your mind might be: “what will happen to my property value?” You may wonder if it […]

Tax Implications of Buying or Selling a Home After Marriage in BC

Tax Implications of Buying or Selling a Home After Marriage in BC Marriage changes how you share your life—and sometimes how you share your taxes. When it comes to real estate in British Columbia, marriage or common-law status can affect everything from property transfer tax exemptions to capital gains reporting. The rules aren’t complicated, but […]

Bank of Canada Cuts Overnight Rate by 25 BPS to 2.25%

Written by : Dr. Sherry Cooper & Associates Bank of Canada Lowers Policy Rate to 2.25% Today, the Bank of Canada lowered the overnight policy rate by 25 bps to 2.25% as was widely expected. This is the bottom of the Bank’s estimate of the neutral overnight rate, where monetary policy is neither expansionary nor […]

Prenups, Cohabitation Agreements, and Buying Property in BC

Prenups, Cohabitation Agreements, and Buying Property in BC Few topics make couples more uncomfortable than the idea of a “prenup.” But in British Columbia, these agreements aren’t about distrust—they’re about clarity. Whether you’re buying a home before marriage, living together long-term, or protecting property from a previous chapter, a written agreement can help you start […]

Should I Sell My House When Getting Married in BC?

Should I Sell My House When Getting Married in BC? It’s a common question for couples starting a new life together: Should I sell my home when we get married—or keep it? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The right choice depends on your finances, long-term plans, and how BC’s property laws handle homes owned before marriage. […]

What Happens to a House Owned Before Marriage in BC?

What Happens to a House Owned Before Marriage in BC? Many people enter marriage already owning a home, but few stop to think about what that means legally. Does the house stay yours? Does your spouse gain any ownership after the wedding? In British Columbia, the answer depends on how the law defines family property […]

How Marriage Affects Property Ownership in BC

How Marriage Affects Property Ownership in BC Marriage is about joining lives—and often, joining finances and property. But many couples in British Columbia are surprised to learn that saying “I do” can change the way the law views their real estate. Understanding how marriage affects property ownership in BC helps you plan wisely and avoid […]

Should We Buy a House Before Getting Married in BC?

Should We Buy a House Before Getting Married in BC? It’s one of the biggest questions couples face in British Columbia today: Should we buy a house before getting married? With home prices rising and mortgage rules tightening, more people are choosing to purchase together before the wedding. But it’s a decision that carries both […]