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For many people buying or selling a home in Vancouver represents the single largest, and, most complex financial transaction they will ever be involved in. It’s important to find advice you can trust, information you can rely on, and – above all – people with the experience and expertise you need to provide solutions, should you encounter any unexpected twists or turns along the way.

That’s where Resident Experts comes in.

We are Vancouver residential real estate experts that help people buy or sell homes in Vancouver by providing reliable information, candid advice and expert guidance. If you are contemplating buying or selling a home in Vancouver and have questions, we have answers.

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Resident Experts are proud members of the Engel & Völkers team, a globally recognized real estate brand with four decades of experience representing and marketing residential properties. Our partnership with Engel & Völkers gives us access to exclusive marketing tools, global reach, and influential publications to connect your property with qualified buyers locally and around the world.

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EXPERT OPINIONS

Nobody knows more about the experience of working with Resident Experts than the people who already have.

Scott came highly recommended when we were looking for a realtor to help us purchase our first home. He exceeded our expectation every step of the way. He is communicative, knowledgeable and detailed. We felt that we could trust him to look out for our best interests and that made the process of buying a home a lot less intimidating and more fun! We would without reservation recommend Scott!

— Luna and Ayo

Although her reputation was excellent, Amanda exceeded our expectations when we worked with her on two real estate transactions. She was knowledgeable and gave clear instructions on every step of the process. She was available and always ready to listen to concerns and answer questions, strong and confident but never overbearing. She is passionate about achieving the best for her clients and worked very hard to reach a positive outcome. Amanda is a superb negotiator and we were very grateful that we had her expertise throughout the process.

— Gord and Lydele

The Resident Experts were an absolute pleasure to work with. We were incredibly impressed with them each step of the way.The communication from start to finish never left us with questions and we felt well informed throughout the entire process. Their knowledge and expertise of the real estate market assured us our property was in great hands.We valued their honest approach and integrity .Loved the fact that 10 percent of their commission is given to charity. We would recommend this team of professionals to family and friends without hesitation.

— Grant and Cheryl

Scott & Amanda worked tirelessly to assist us in purchasing a property in 2015.  Scott was eternally patient in supporting us as a couple when my husband & I had different visions & budgets.  His attention to detail was the key to getting us our dream home during a highly competitive time in the market.  Amanda complimented his strengths with her respectfully assertive nature which provided much-needed direction for us.  The Regamble team bring integrity & honesty to the challenging Vancouver market.  Thank you both for your commitment to our family & our home.

— Ryan, Tracy, Henry & Silas
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🗓️ EMPTY HOMES TAX DECLARATION DUE TODAY (February 3, 2026) 🗓️
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What does this mean as a homeowner?
* Every residential property owner in Vancouver must file a declaration every year – even if you live in the home or are exempt.
* If you don’t declare, the City assumes the home is empty and may apply a 3% tax on the assessed value.

New homeowner? Here’s how to declare:
1️⃣ Grab your folio number & access code (from your property tax notice)
2️⃣ Go to: vancouver.ca/empty-homes-tax
3️⃣ Log in and declare your property status
4️⃣ Submit by today, Feb 3

✨Expert Tip:
You can’t auto-renew the Empty Homes Tax declaration, but you can make it easy – set a recurring calendar reminder for mid-January each year so you avoid an automatic 3% tax if you forget.

Questions? Let us know how we can help!


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🗓️ EMPTY HOMES TAX DECLARATION DUE TODAY (February 3, 2026) 🗓️ • • What does this mean as a homeowner? * Every residential property owner in Vancouver must file a declaration every year - even if you live in the home or are exempt. * If you don’t declare, the City assumes the home is empty and may apply a 3% tax on the assessed value. New homeowner? Here’s how to declare:
1️⃣ Grab your folio number & access code (from your property tax notice)
2️⃣ Go to: vancouver.ca/empty-homes-tax
3️⃣ Log in and declare your property status
4️⃣ Submit by today, Feb 3 ✨Expert Tip: You can’t auto-renew the Empty Homes Tax declaration, but you can make it easy - set a recurring calendar reminder for mid-January each year so you avoid an automatic 3% tax if you forget. Questions? Let us know how we can help!


🏠Buying a Home? Don’t Forget To Account for These Costs 🏠

Your purchase price isn’t the only cost to plan for. In addition to your down payment, you’ll want to budget for closing costs, which are typically around ~2- 4% of the purchase price.

These may include:

• Property Transfer Tax
• Legal or notary fees
• Property taxes
• Home inspection costs
• Appraisal fees

It’s also important to factor in ongoing monthly costs, such as:

• Property tax adjustments
• Utilities
• Strata fees (if applicable)
• Property insurance
• Title insurance
Being prepared helps avoid surprises and puts you in a stronger position when the right opportunity comes up.

Have questions about how this might impact your purchase? Reach out anytime — we’re happy to help.


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🏠Buying a Home? Don’t Forget To Account for These Costs 🏠 Your purchase price isn’t the only cost to plan for. In addition to your down payment, you’ll want to budget for closing costs, which are typically around ~2- 4% of the purchase price. These may include: • Property Transfer Tax • Legal or notary fees • Property taxes • Home inspection costs • Appraisal fees It’s also important to factor in ongoing monthly costs, such as: • Property tax adjustments • Utilities • Strata fees (if applicable) • Property insurance • Title insurance Being prepared helps avoid surprises and puts you in a stronger position when the right opportunity comes up. Have questions about how this might impact your purchase? Reach out anytime — we’re happy to help.


The Bank of Canada held its key policy rate at 2.25% for the second consecutive rate announcement. 
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What this means for buyers & sellers as we head into 2026 👇

* Interest rates remain stable for now, giving more certainty for near-term decisions. 
* Inflation pressures are easing, keeping the door open for future rate cuts but nothing is guaranteed. 
* Buyer confidence is slowly returning as the economy shows signs resilience. 
* Opportunities still exist, but timing and preparation matter more than trying to wait for a “perfect” moment.

📈 Whether you’re buying or selling, the key right now is being ready to act when the right opportunity presents itself.

Have any questions on how this may impact you? Feel free to reach out! 

📊 Next rate announcement: March 18, 2026


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The Bank of Canada held its key policy rate at 2.25% for the second consecutive rate announcement.  • • What this means for buyers & sellers as we head into 2026 👇 * Interest rates remain stable for now, giving more certainty for near-term decisions.  * Inflation pressures are easing, keeping the door open for future rate cuts but nothing is guaranteed.  * Buyer confidence is slowly returning as the economy shows signs resilience.  * Opportunities still exist, but timing and preparation matter more than trying to wait for a “perfect” moment. 📈 Whether you’re buying or selling, the key right now is being ready to act when the right opportunity presents itself. Have any questions on how this may impact you? Feel free to reach out!  📊 Next rate announcement: March 18, 2026


Depreciation Reports & What Strata Owners Should Know
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As of July 2024, strata corporations in BC are now required to obtain an updated Depreciation Report every 5 years. This change is intended to improve long-term planning and financial transparency for strata communities.

A depreciation report provides a big-picture view of a building’s long-term health and anticipated repair costs. It outlines the expected lifespan of major components- like roofs, windows, elevators, piping, membrane and helps owners plan ahead. 

What’s Included:
• Inventory of common property
• Maintenance and repair summaries
• 30-year replacement forecasts
• Funding models and contingency reserve details

What to Focus On:
• Remaining estimated lifespan of major components
• Key summary notes highlighting larger or upcoming projects
• How the council is using the report- remember, it’s a guide, not a requirement. Owners ultimately vote on what gets done, when, and how it’s funded.

Understanding your depreciation report means smarter planning, fewer surprises, and a healthier building long-term.

Have questions about yours? Reach out – we’d be happy to chat.


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Depreciation Reports & What Strata Owners Should Know • • As of July 2024, strata corporations in BC are now required to obtain an updated Depreciation Report every 5 years. This change is intended to improve long-term planning and financial transparency for strata communities. A depreciation report provides a big-picture view of a building’s long-term health and anticipated repair costs. It outlines the expected lifespan of major components- like roofs, windows, elevators, piping, membrane and helps owners plan ahead.  What’s Included:
• Inventory of common property
• Maintenance and repair summaries
• 30-year replacement forecasts
• Funding models and contingency reserve details
 What to Focus On:
• Remaining estimated lifespan of major components
• Key summary notes highlighting larger or upcoming projects
• How the council is using the report- remember, it’s a guide, not a requirement. Owners ultimately vote on what gets done, when, and how it’s funded. Understanding your depreciation report means smarter planning, fewer surprises, and a healthier building long-term. Have questions about yours? Reach out - we’d be happy to chat.