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2 articles tagged "home buying" from Rain City Properties.

Home buyer checking taps and appliances during a final walkthrough in an empty Vancouver condo with natural light and a checklist in hand

Buyer Guide 8 min read

The Final Walkthrough in Vancouver: A Buyer's Checklist for 2026

A working realtor's checklist for the final walkthrough before you take possession of a Vancouver home. What to check, when to do it, what to do if something is wrong, and how holdbacks work when a problem turns up at the last minute.

Greyden Douglas - August 22, 2026

A Vancouver buyer and seller reviewing mortgage assumption paperwork at a kitchen table with a lender's rate sheet visible on a clear afternoon

Financing 8 min read

Assumable Mortgages in Vancouver (2026): A Plain Guide for Buyers and Sellers

In a higher-rate market, taking over a seller's low-rate mortgage can save a buyer real money and help a seller stand out. A working realtor's honest guide to how assuming a mortgage works in Vancouver, lender qualification, the pros and cons for each side, and the limits.

Greyden Douglas - August 10, 2026

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The Final Walkthrough in Vancouver: A Buyer's Checklist for 2026

Assumable Mortgages in Vancouver (2026): A Plain Guide for Buyers and Sellers