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Ending a Month-to-Month Tenancy in BC: Landlord Rules in 2026

BC landlords need 3 months notice and 1 month rent compensation to end a month-to-month tenancy for personal use, plus the right RTB form. Here is every legal way to do it in 2026.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 14, 2026

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Empty Homes Tax Vancouver 2026: Who Pays, Who's Exempt, How to File

Vancouver's Empty Homes Tax is 3% of assessed value. Every owner has to declare by February 3, 2026. Here are the 10 exemption categories, the penalty rules, and how the EHT differs from BC's Speculation and Vacancy Tax.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 13, 2026

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Title Insurance BC: What It Costs and Why You Probably Need It

Title insurance in BC is a $250 to $700 one-time premium that covers what the land title registry does not: fraud, undisclosed liens, encroachments, and unpermitted work. Here is what it actually pays for and when to buy it.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 12, 2026

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Foreign Buyer Ban Canada 2027: Exemptions, Extensions and Who Can Still Buy

Canada's Foreign Buyer Ban runs until January 1, 2027, but real exemptions exist for work permit holders, students, refugees, spouses of Canadians, and rural BC properties.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 30, 2026

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Principal Residence Exemption BC: Save $100K+ in Capital Gains Tax

The Principal Residence Exemption shelters BC homeowners from capital gains tax when they sell. Here's how the T2091 form, plus-one rule, and 45(2) election work in 2026, plus the BC-specific traps that can shrink your exemption.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 29, 2026

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BC 2-5-10 New Home Warranty: What It Covers, Gaps & How to Claim

The BC 2-5-10 warranty is mandatory on every new home built by a licensed BC residential builder. Here's what each tier actually covers, where it falls short, and how to file a claim before your deadline runs out.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 27, 2026

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GST on New Homes in BC: Rebate Thresholds, Who Qualifies & How to Claim

First-time buyers pay $0 federal GST on new BC homes up to $1M thanks to the 2025 FTHB rebate. See who qualifies, how it phases out to $1.5M, and how to stack it with the BC PTT exemption.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 24, 2026

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BC Flipping Tax 2026: Rates, Exemptions & How to Avoid Paying 20%

Sell a BC home within 730 days and the province takes up to 20% of the profit. Here is the exact rate formula, every exemption, and how to file.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 23, 2026

Property transfer tax documents and closing paperwork in BC

Property Transfer Tax BC: How Much Will You Pay in 2026?

BC Property Transfer Tax is 1% on the first $200K + 2% to $2M + 3% to $3M + 5% above. On a $1.2M home that's $22,000. First-time buyers can owe as little as $0.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 9, 2026

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BC Property Assessment: Appeal & Challenge (2026 Guide)

BC Assessment values are set each July 1 and usually come in below market value. Here's how your assessed value is calculated, how it drives property tax, and when it's worth appealing.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 8, 2026

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Strata Depreciation Report BC: What It Means for Buyers

Every BC strata with 5+ units must have a current depreciation report by July 1, 2026. Typical cost: $5K-$30K per building. Here's what the report covers and what buyers should flag.

Hamidreza EtebarianApril 6, 2026

BC Speculation & Vacancy Tax 2026: Rates, Deadlines, How to File Late

March 31 deadline passed? You can still declare for BC Speculation & Vacancy Tax until July 2. 2026 rates range 0.5%-3% of assessed value. Here's who owes and how to file.

Hamidreza EtebarianMarch 31, 2026