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:)
10 Things to Consider Before Selling Your Home in Golden, BC
Homeowners face a double quandary when it comes to selling: Is it the right decision for me and my family? If yes, when is the
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,
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
New 30 Year Mortgage Rules For all First time Home Buyers in Golden BC
Exciting News for Homebuyers in Golden, British Columbia & all of Canada. As a REALTOR® in Golden, British Columbia, I’m thrilled to share some news
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
Can You Use a REALTOR® for a Private Home Sale? Absolutely—Here’s Why
Can You Use a REALTOR® When Buying a Private Home Sale in Golden, BC? (Spoiler: Yes—and You Should) Private home sales—also known as For Sale
The 30-Year Mortgage for New Builds in Canada A New Mortgage Opportunity for First Time Home Owners
As a Golden BC Realtor®, I’m excited to share an emerging opportunity for new homeowners in Canada—one that could make the dream of homeownership more
