On January 3, 2023, BC’s new cooling-off period for residential real estate transactions comes into effect. Join a one-hour webinar, co-presented by BC Financial Services Authority and the British Columbia Real Estate Association, to ensure you understand how to comply with the new requirements and how to explain them to your clients.
This webinar is designed to help real estate licensees build their understanding of the Home Buyer Rescission Period (HBRP), commonly referred to as the cooling-off period. You will hear from expert speakers Carmen deFoy, Practice Education Manager at BCFSA and Jim McCaughan, BCREA’s Professional Services Manager, who will provide an overview of:
- What the HBRP requirements are
- How it will impact real estate licensees, buyers and sellers
- What you need to know about new disclosure requirements and changes to forms
- Where you can find regulatory guidance and forms, answers to common questions, and resources to share with clients
Don’t miss your chance to review FAQs and participate in a facilitated Q&A session.
December 6, 2022
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
1 PDP Self-Directed Hour
For more information or to register, visit the TLC Calendar , call 604-930-7644 or email registration@fvreb.bc.ca.
BCFSA Regulatory and Practice Resources – Preparing for the Home Buyer Rescission Period
BCFSA has published a variety of resources on their website to help real estate licensees understand the HBRP, including plain language information about the regulatory requirements, practice guidance, and a series of frequently asked questions. BCFSA has also published updated information for buyers and sellers. Follow the links to learn more:
For more information, please email engage@bcfsa.ca.