First-Time Homebuyer Guide for Richmond, BC (2026)

Buying your first home in Richmond starts with three things: knowing what you actually qualify for, understanding where the BC Property Transfer Tax exemption applies, and having a plan for a market that's shifted in buyers' favour this year. I'm Stephanie Wong, a Richmond-area real estate agent wit

Understanding Property Taxes in Surrey, BC: A 2026 Homeowner's Guide

Surrey homeowners pay property taxes based on their BC Assessment value and the City's annual tax rate, and for 2026 that rate works out to roughly $3.43 for every $1,000 of assessed value on a typical residential property. As a Surrey-based agent with Luxmore Realty, I get asked about this constant

Schools in Port Moody, BC: A 2026 Guide for Families

If you’re weighing a move to Port Moody for the schools, here’s the short answer: this city sits inside School District 43 (Coquitlam), one of the largest and most consistently well-regarded public districts in the province, and it offers everything from small neighbourhood elementary schools to Por

First-Time Homebuyer Guide for Coquitlam, BC in 2026

First-Time Homebuyer Guide for Coquitlam, BC in 2026 If you're a first-time buyer trying to break into the Coquitlam market, the short answer is: it's still possible, but you need a plan that matches your budget to the right property type. I'm Stephanie Wong, a real estate agent with Luxmore Realty