Real Estate Purchases and Sales

If you’ve been watching the headlines about tariffs, counter-tariffs, and a $7.5-billion federal support package, you’re not imagining it: 2026 has brought one of the most significant shifts in Canada-U.S. trade relations in years. For business owners and homeowners here on the North Shore, the ripple effects are showing up in everyday decisions, from how a company structures a new supplier agree…

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make. Buyers pour weeks into inspections, financing, and negotiations, but one of the most important protections in the entire process is also one of the easiest to overlook: title insurance.Title insurance protects a property owner (and their lender) against financial loss from defects in the title that existed bef…

The Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia (LTSA) recently warned homeowners about attempted mortgage fraud involving falsified identification and impersonation of legitimate property owners. Fraudsters have targeted residential properties, especially those with clear title or low mortgage balances, in parts of the Lower Mainland.While these cases are serious, BC’s land title sys…

Real estate transactions involve more than just signing documents and handing over keys. Whether you are buying, selling, transferring, or refinancing property, each transaction follows a legal process called conveyancing, which ensures ownership is transferred correctly and all obligations are properly recorded.Understanding the different types of real estate transactions can help you feel m…

North Vancouver’s real estate market in 2026 is being shaped by more than local supply and demand. Federal housing policy, rental support programs, and infrastructure investment are all influencing how buyers, sellers, and homeowners think about property decisions.The latest National Housing Strategy progress report shows just how active housing policy has become. As of December 31, 2025, the…

Buying a home in Vancouver or on the North Shore is an exciting milestone, but the legal side, known as conveyancing, can feel overwhelming if you’re unprepared. At Jamie Taleb Notary Public in North Vancouver, we guide hundreds of home buyers through the process each year, ensuring smooth, compliant, and stress-free closings.This guide is tailored for buyers in Vancouver BC and surrounding a…

Most people think lenders only count their paycheck from work. The truth? Banks and private lenders are often happy to include rental income, child benefits, pensions, investment dividends, and even consistent side-hustle earnings, as long as everything is properly documented.That “extra” money can add $20,000, $50,000 or even $100,000+ to the mortgage you qualify for.Here’s exactly what…

Navigating a real estate transaction, whether buying a home in North Vancouver, selling a property in West Vancouver, or transferring a condo in Lonsdale, can feel like a daunting task. The legal complexities involved require precision and expertise, which is where a conveyancer comes in. At Jamie Taleb Notary Public, our conveyancing and real estate transaction services ensure your property deal…

As 2026 approaches, Canada’s housing market is set for a year of transition, modest national gains with clear regional differences. For North Vancouver and West Vancouver residents, this means opportunity paired with caution. At Jamie Taleb Notary Public, we help local families and investors navigate these shifts through expert real estate conveyancing, mortgage refinancing support, and updated e…