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How Interest Rates Actually Affect You 

Posted on Mar 22, 2026 in Finance/Economy


By Janine Thomson - Victoria Realtor | Pemberton Holmes 

If you’ve been watching the news or chatting with your mortgage broker, you’ve probably heard a lot about interest rates going up… or maybe coming down. But what does that actually mean for you, your home, and your wallet?
Let’s break it down in simple, real-life terms. 

What Is an Interest Rate...

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Key Real Estate Changes Announced in the Government of British Columbia 2026 Budget

Posted on Feb 25, 2026 in Finance/Economy



By Janine Thomson - Victoria Realtor | Pemberton Holmes

The BC Government’s Budget was tabled on February 17, 2026, revealing the Province’s plan to slow the delivery of its housing strategy. Below are the following changes impacting real estate:

  • Effective October 1, 2026, the Provincial Sales Tax is expanded to certain professional services. This en...

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