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BC Property Tax Guide (2026 Edition)
Buying a home in BC is just the start — keeping it requires navigating a minefield of annual taxes. Leave a Vancouver home empty and you could pay 3-4% of its value in taxes every year. This 2026 guide covers the Empty Homes Tax, BC Speculation & Vacancy Tax, and Property Transfer Tax every homeowner must know.
New BC Short-Term Rental Rules: What Airbnb Hosts Need to Know in 2026
BC's Airbnb era is officially over for most investors in 2026. Provincial short-term rental legislation is now fully enforced, limiting rentals to principal residences only — with fines up to $3,000 per day for non-compliance. This guide covers exactly what Airbnb hosts and investors need to know right now.
Climate Risk in 2026: Flood Zones & Insurance Changes Affecting BC Homeowners
Climate risk is now a real line item in BC real estate in 2026. Updated flood maps are reshaping where people buy, overland flood insurance is harder to get in red zones, and homes on higher ground are commanding a new "climate safety" premium that smart buyers can no longer ignore.
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