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Property Transfer Tax BC: How Much Will You Pay in 2026?
BC Property Transfer Tax is 1% on the first $200K + 2% to $2M + 3% to $3M + 5% above. On a $1.2M home that's $22,000. First-time buyers can owe as little as $0.
Hamidreza Etebarian
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BC Property Assessment: Appeal & Challenge (2026 Guide)
BC Assessment values are set each July 1 and usually come in below market value. Here's how your assessed value is calculated, how it drives property tax, and when it's worth appealing.
Hamidreza Etebarian
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Strata Depreciation Report BC: What It Means for Buyers
Every BC strata with 5+ units must have a current depreciation report by July 1, 2026. Typical cost: $5K-$30K per building. Here's what the report covers and what buyers should flag.
Hamidreza Etebarian
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BC Speculation & Vacancy Tax 2026: Rates, Deadlines, How to File Late
March 31 deadline passed? You can still declare for BC Speculation & Vacancy Tax until July 2. 2026 rates range 0.5%-3% of assessed value. Here's who owes and how to file.
Hamidreza Etebarian