On June 29, B.C. Premier Christy Clark announced steps to combat fraudulent and unethical behaviour in the B.C. real estate industry. The proposed policies to strengthen consumer protection and confidence are absolutely the right thing do. Purchasing or selling a home is among the most significant financial decisions we make. It comes with enough risk

British Columbia Premier Christy Clark says the province is taking away the real estate industry’s ability to regulate itself. Wednesday’s announcement came a day after an independent panel appointed to review the industry released a report that made 28 recommendations aimed at toughening up rules for agents and protecting consumers. However, Ms. Clark said the Real

The deputy chief economist at one of Canada’s largest banks is calling for the taxation of foreign real estate speculators, saying it’s the best way to cool down Vancouver’s red-hot market without causing a collapse. CIBC’s Benjamin Tal cautioned against stopping foreign investment entirely, saying it’s only one of the drivers of high prices. Click