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Presale Property Pitfalls: Avoid Costly Mistakes

Member Updates
March 27, 2026 0
When it comes to selling presale properties, staying on the right side of the law is essential. REALTORS® must ensure...

Beneficial Ownership: A Key Compliance Focus For Real Estate Professionals

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March 27, 2026 0
All real estate professionals have a role to play in meeting FINTRAC obligations under the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering)...

Don’t Let a Trust Cheque Hold Up Closing

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March 27, 2026 0
Trust cheques are a routine part of real estate transactions, but the funds are not always immediately available once deposited....

Free CREA Webinar: AI for Real Estate – Next-Level Tools Beyond ChatGPT

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March 27, 2026 0
Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a powerful tool for real estate professionals looking to work more efficiently and elevate their...

BCREA Announces 2026–2027 Board of Directors

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March 27, 2026 0
The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) has announced its 2026–2027 Board of Directors, with Okanagan REALTOR® Kim Heizmann stepping...

FVREB Wins BCREA Advocacy Award

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March 20, 2026 0
FVREB continues to ensure the voice of REALTORS® is heard at the highest levels of government. From March 8–12, 2026,...

Lockbox Prices Increase April 1

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March 20, 2026 0
As per eMemo #4367, members are advised of an upcoming price adjustment for SentriGuard lockboxes, effective April 1, 2026. Our...

Lockbox Access: Are You Following the Rules?

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March 20, 2026 0
Lockbox access and property showings are a routine part of your business, but recent concerns have highlighted the importance of...

PC Case Study #321: A Simple Showing Turns Into Multiple Rule Breaches

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March 20, 2026 0
What should have been a routine showing quickly unraveled when access rules were ignored, codes were shared, and professionalism gave...

FVREB 2025 Annual Report Available Online

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March 13, 2026 0
The 2025 FVREB Annual Report is now available, offering members a comprehensive look at the Board’s work, priorities, and progress...
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