BUYERS
Buyers
Resources for Buyers
RECOMMENDED READING
Real Estate Council of BC – Buying a Home in BC
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) – Your Guide to Buying a Home in Canada
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) – Home Buyer’s Checklist
Canadian Real Estate Association- Home Buyer’s Road Map
Dominion Lending Mortgage Guide
FINDING HOUSING IN GOLDEN – By; Golden Community Economic Development Fall 2022
HELPFUL CONTACTS
Mortgage Providers
Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce – Golden, BC
Columbia Valley Credit Union – Golden, BC
Joel Olson – Mortgage Broker – Revelstoke, BC
Jill Holland, Mortgage Broker – Golden, BC Jill’s Mortgage Calculator
Insurance Brokers (Property Insurance / Life Insurance / Mortgage Insurance)
Sunlife Financial Services
Western Financial Group
Johnston Meier
Lawyers
Ewan & McKenzie – Golden, BC
Arrow Law – Revelstoke, BC
Home Appraisals
McIntosh Appraisals – 250-342-4444
Great West Appraisals – 888-771-4571
Commercial – Konchak Appraisals – 250-342-3591
Home Inspections
GTX Home Inspections, Don McBlain – Invermere, BC 250-342-1054 gt*************@*****ok.com
Hestia Home Inspections – Revelstoke, BC
Accountants
Susan Olson – CPA
Water Services Kicking Horse Water Services – Jon Hayward
MOVING CHECKLIST
The big day has come! You have SOLD! Here is a little something to help you remember all the details:)

Exciting Mortgage Rules in Canada: How to Refinance and Build Secondary Suites in 2025
New Mortgage Rules in Canada: How to Refinance and Build Secondary Suites in 2025 As of January 15, 2025, homeowners across Canada have access to

Choosing the Right Neighborhood
When buying a home, the neighbourhood you select will not only play a pivotal role in your family’s life, but in the resale value of

How to Match the Home You Buy
How to match the home you buy to your pocketbook So, you’ve decided to take the big leap and purchase your first home. Most of

Home Inspections
A home inspection prior to purchasing a home or condominium can bring peace of mind when you sign the sales contract. Knowing what to expect

2024 Kootenay Real Estate Recap: Ski Town Showdown
Kootenay Real Estate Market – 2024 The Kootenay real estate market showed a modest rebound in 2024, with residential sales rising 2.4% to 2,734 transactions,

Short Term Rental (STR) Rules in Golden, BC: What You Need to Know
If you’re considering running a short-term rental (STR) in Golden, BC, it’s important to understand that the rules differ depending on whether your property is

Policy Guidance for Living and Renting in the Agriculture Land Reserve
What You Need to Know if Living in the ALR around Golden, BC Owning property in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) can be a dream

Cut Years off your Mortgage
With today’s low interest rates, deciding to buy a home is one of the best decisions anyone can make. Financing such a big purchase, however,