Complete Home Buying Guide for BC

It’s important to be well-informed and well-prepared before you buy. Going about the home buying process carefully, asking the right questions and getting all the information you need can protect you as a consumer and result in a good decision for you and your family.

This guide is designed to give you some of the information you need. It takes you through the home buying process and explains things you need to know, suggests questions to ask and gives information about where to get help. Although it is primarily aimed at buyers of newly constructed homes, it will also be useful for buyers of resale homes.

Table of Contents

  • You're Buying a Home
  • Consumer Protection for Home Buyers in British Columbia
  • The Decision to Purchase
  • Affordability and Financing
  • Role of the Real Estate Salesperson
  • Checking Out the Builder
  • Checking Out the Home
  • Resale Homes: The Purchasing Process
  • Role of Lawyer or Notary Public
  • Home Warranty Insurance
  • Home Buyer Checklist
  • Glossary
  • Additional Resources

Download Buying New Home Guide » (5 MB PDF)

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