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Andersen LLP Partner Steven Flynn Calls for Legislative Reform on BC’s Speculation and Vacancy Tax

Andersen 07/11/2024

In a recent letter to the Richmond News, our Partner, Steven Flynn, expressed his concerns about the impacts of the BC Speculation and Vacancy Tax (BC SVT) on families with unique situations. He highlighted the case of long-time Richmond resident Tony Chan, who has been ...

Blog Alert – Vacancy Tax Update

Léa Duval 11/29/2023

Over the last few years, various levels of governments have enacted new taxes attempting to address the housing affordability crises. Our past blogs have addressed these taxes: 2019 Blog – BC Speculation and Vacancy Tax January & March 2023 Blog – Canadian Federal Vacancy Tax ...

Canadian Vacancy Tax Update

Léa Duval 01/09/2023

Real estate prices have increased rapidly over the last decade putting pressure on communities to provide housing solutions for families. More jurisdictions are implementing taxes to turn vacant homes into rental properties. This blog summarizes recent changes to these taxes. Federal Announced in the 2021 ...

Canada’s Underused Housing Tax

Léa Duval 01/06/2023

The Government of Canada enacted a 1% Underused Housing Tax (“UHT”) on the fair market value of Canadian residential real estate held by certain owners. Various exemptions apply to limit the application of this tax. This tax is effective January 1, 2022 and requires reporting ...

British Columbia Speculation and Vacancy Tax

Steven Flynn, CPA, CA, CPA (Washington) 01/28/2019

Owners of BC residential property need to be aware of the new 2018 British Columbia Speculation and Vacancy Tax affects and how to apply for exemptions. To prevent housing speculation in British Columbia and help turn vacant homes into rentals in its overheated market, the ...

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