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Home Inspection Follow-Up: When BC Buyers Ne...

A home inspection is a strong starting point, but it is not the end of due dilig ...
published on July 8, 2026

Property Lines, Surveys and Fence Encroachme...

BC buyers should not assume fences, hedges, sheds, driveways, retaining walls, o ...
published on July 8, 2026

Floodplain, Creek and Drainage Risk: What BC...

Floodplain, creek, slope, drainage, and stormwater issues can affect a BC proper ...
published on July 8, 2026

Well and Septic Due Diligence for Rural BC H...

Buying a rural or semi rural BC home means the buyer may be taking on private wa ...
published on July 8, 2026

Poly-B, Aluminum Wiring and Older-Home Insur...

Poly B plumbing, aluminum wiring, knob and tube wiring, aging roofs, old furnace ...
published on July 7, 2026

Oil Tank and Environmental Risk in Older BC ...

Older BC homes can carry oil tank and soil contamination risk even when the yard ...
published on July 7, 2026

Unpermitted Renovations and Permits: What BC...

Unpermitted renovations do not automatically make a home unbuyable, but they do ...
published on July 7, 2026

Laneway House and Secondary Suite Due Dilige...

A laneway house or secondary suite can improve flexibility and income potential, ...
published on July 7, 2026

Presale Disclosure Statements: What Buyers S...

BC presale buyers should read the disclosure statement, amendments, purchase con ...
published on July 5, 2026

Presale Completion Delays and Outside Dates:...

Presale buyers should understand estimated completion dates, outside dates, dela ...
published on July 5, 2026

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