Aug 4, 2026 | Property & Tax, Real Estate
When you start shopping for a home in BC, the number on the listing is only part of the picture. Lenders decide how much you can borrow based on your income, debts, down payment, and rules that often use a higher interest rate than the one you will actually pay. This... 
Jun 10, 2026 | Property & Tax, Real Estate
If you have a mortgage—or you’re planning for one—it helps to understand what your payment covers and how much interest you’ll pay over time. The Mortgage Calculator on the RHN website estimates your payment, compares total principal versus interest, and... 
Feb 10, 2025 | Personal Tax and Finance, Property & Tax
As the real estate market continues to shift in British Columbia, the provincial government has introduced a new measure called the BC Home Flipping Tax. As of January 1, 2025, the BC flipping tax will apply to individuals who sell a residential property within 730...Jan 11, 2017 | Personal Tax and Finance, Property & Tax
What do surging property value assessments mean to BC homeowners? Property owners receive their BC Assessment notices each year. In years when values rise sharply, large percentage increases are not unusual in some markets. That can leave property owners wondering...Jul 26, 2016 | News and Events, Property & Tax
This article describes the introduction of the additional PTT for foreign entities in the GVRD. The tax has since been expanded to other areas and rates may have changed; see current BC government guidance for up-to-date rules. Additional Property Transfer Tax on...Apr 12, 2016 | Personal Tax and Finance, Property & Tax
Buying or selling real estate, or even just changing the use of your property, can trigger complicated tax implications. Familiarize yourself with these important facts whether you are currently a property owner or if you are thinking about buying your first home....