#Property Research — Zealty Blog

BC short-term rental Airbnb resort condo Whistler British Columbia

BC Short-Term Rental Rules 2026: Where Airbnb Is Still Legal

BC's Short-Term Rental Accommodations Act limits Airbnb to your principal residence in most communities. Here is exactly where investor-owned STRs are still legal in 2026, the registry rules, and the $5,000-per-day penalties.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 22, 2026

Home inspector checking electrical panel in a Vancouver British Columbia townhouse

How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost in BC? (2026 Price Guide)

A BC home inspection costs $400 to $800 for most homes, plus $150 to $400 each for specialty add-ons like sewer scopes and oil tank scans. Here is what you pay, what is included, and when to walk away.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 16, 2026

Lafarge Lake at dusk with the Evergreen SkyTrain crossing in the background, Coquitlam BC

Best Neighbourhoods in Coquitlam to Buy in 2026

Coquitlam has 1,354 active listings with a $941,950 median. Six neighbourhoods ranked for 2026, from $668K SkyTrain condos to $1.69M Burke Mountain homes.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 15, 2026

Empty Vancouver homes at dusk with downtown skyline and North Shore mountains in background

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

BC home buyer signing title insurance documents at a notary's office in Vancouver.

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

BC homeowner reviewing mortgage renewal options at kitchen table six months before term ends

BC Mortgage Renewal 2026: 6-Month Checklist to Save $5K+

Your BC mortgage renewal is a negotiation, not a notice. Start at 6 months out to lock rate holds, shop lenders, and skip the stress test on a straight switch.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 9, 2026

First time BC homebuyer reviewing CMHC mortgage insurance premium breakdown on a tablet at home

CMHC Insurance BC 2026: Premiums, Calculator & When You Pay

CMHC mortgage insurance kicks in any time your down payment is below 20 percent. On a $1.1M Metro Vancouver condo at 10% down, the premium is $30,690 rolled into your mortgage. Here is how the 2026 rates work and the $1.5M insurable cap.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 8, 2026

BC homeowner at desk with two mortgage rate documents, considering variable versus fixed options

Variable vs Fixed Mortgage in BC 2026: Math, Penalties, BoC Outlook

5-year variable in BC is 3.35%, fixed is 4.04%. Variable saves money if the Bank of Canada holds at 2.25%. Fixed wins if hikes return. Here is how to pick.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 7, 2026

BC couple touring a Metro Vancouver presale condo construction site reviewing floor plans`

Presale Condos Vancouver 2026: Deposits, GST Rebate & Assignment Risks

Vancouver presale condos median $1,065,000 with new low-rise at $1,541/sqft. Full BC buyer guide: deposit schedules, the new $50K GST rebate, REDMA protections, assignment risk, and a pre-purchase checklist for 2026.

Hamidreza EtebarianMay 6, 2026