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GVR
PREC pension - how to take money out of a PREC: salary or dividends?
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Each payment mechanism comes with its own rules and tax consequences - which one should you choose? (2 minute read)
Alerts and warnings
Scam alert: Daniel Matos Andrade
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Be vigilant if you're contacted by this individual. (1 minute read)
Events
Building an unstoppable brand at PacificWest 2025
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Check out how PacificWest 2025's keynote can help you build your brand. (1 minute read)
Statistics
July 2025 Market Insights
Monday, August 11, 2025
Home sales in July extended the early signs of recovery that emerged last month. (2:33 minute video)
Podcasts
The Critical Path – Covering real estate liabilities with REEOIC’s Leslie Howatt
Friday, August 08, 2025
REEOIC's Leslie Howatt talks about the most common reasons REALTORS® get sued by former clients and shares details about the free resources and tools REEOIC offers to protect you. (27:47 minute listen)
Events
Join us at one of our Member Appreciation Series events in September!
Friday, August 08, 2025
GVR is coming to an area near you in September to give updates and engage with you over snacks and drinks! (1 minute read)
GVR
PREC pension - to PREC or not to PREC? That is the question
Thursday, August 07, 2025
REALTORS® who generate significant commission income will eventually face a decision: should they incorporate a PREC or keep things as they are? (2 minute read)
Economics
The Lede: Make it make sense
Wednesday, August 06, 2025
GVR's economist gets to the bottom of what's been driving the housing sales slowdown. (5 minute read)
Statistics
Sales recovery continues in July
Tuesday, August 05, 2025
Home sales in July extended the early signs of recovery that emerged last month. (4 minute read)
Events
Check out PacificWest 2025’s full schedule – register before August 31 and save!
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Now that PacificWest 2025's full schedule is out, check out these highlighted sessions! (2 minute read)
GVR
Have your say through our new GVR Pulse surveys
Thursday, July 31, 2025
Your association is launching a new feedback survey called GVR Pulse – and you’re invited. (1 minute read)
FINTRAC
FINTRAC compliance tools for REALTORS® - Iluminai
Thursday, July 31, 2025
In the second of our profile series, Iluminai is an end-to-end FINTRAC compliance solution for REALTORS® and brokerages. (2 minute read)
Education
Kickstart your commercial leasing career with our new course
Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Interested in commercial leasing? Our new course is for you! (1 minute read)
GVR
Thinking of running for GVR’s Board of Directors someday?
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
We're looking for future leaders! Sign up to learn more about what it takes to be a director at GVR. (1 minute read)
Legislation
New mortgage rules aim to strengthen consumer protection and reduce financial crime
Friday, July 25, 2025
Learn more about recent changes to BC's mortgage rules. (1 minute read)
FINTRAC
FINTRAC compliance tools for REALTORS® - Fintracker
Friday, July 25, 2025
In the first of a new profile series, get to know Fintracker, a FINTRAC compliance tool built for REALTORS® and real estate professionals across Canada. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path – Unlocking affordability through ADUs with Four Pillars’ Larry Traverence and Joseph MacLean
Friday, July 25, 2025
They’re building a Realtor-led movement to turn offices into places where homeowners can get help to densify redevelop underused land. Find out how. (27:47 listen)
GVR
PREC pension - a look at the tax consequences when a REALTOR® passes
Thursday, July 24, 2025
How to taxes affect REALTORS® when they pass, and what can they do to protect their wealth? (2 minute read)
GVR
Benefits of membership
Monday, July 21, 2025
Your GVR membership gives you more than access to the MLS®, it includes a wide range of services to help you excel in your real estate business. (4 minute read)
GVR
PREC pension - two paths to retirement: Taxable and tax-sheltered
Thursday, July 17, 2025
If you operate as a PREC, choosing how you handle retirement can have major tax implications. (1 minute read)
Events
Don’t miss out – PacificWest Pre-Conference Connect Social almost sold out!
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Tickets are nearly gone for the PacificWest 2025 Pre-Conference Connect Social - get yours today! ( 1 minute read)
BCREA
BCREA July 2025 Standard Forms update: Access new resources
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Learn more about BCREA's July 2025 standard forms update. (1 minute read)
Reports
New look for GVR’s quarterly commercial stats reports
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Check out GVR's latest quarterly Commercial Edge Market Report to see the new look. (1 minute read)
Economics
The Lede: Reasonable doubt
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Toronto and Vancouver markets are going through a rough patch. Everyone’s blaming ‘uncertainty’, but is that right? (3 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path – Consumer confidence in real estate with BCFSA CEO Tolga Yalkin
Friday, July 11, 2025
BCFSA has been working on a new discussion paper called Strengthening Consumer Confidence, and we sat down with CEO Tolga Yalkin for a preview. (34:20 listen)
GVR
PREC pension - the fallacy of the RRSP refund
Thursday, July 10, 2025
What's the difference between contributing to an RRSP versus a pension plan? The answer might surprise you. (1 minute read)
Events
Build your skills, lead with insight, and grow your business at PacificWest 2025
Thursday, July 10, 2025
PacificWest will have a session that will help in your professional development. (2 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Dick Richards
Wednesday, July 09, 2025
Read the obituary for past president Dick Richards. (2 minute read)
Statistics
June 2025 Market Insights
Tuesday, July 08, 2025
After a turbulent first six months, home sales are showing signs of a recovery. (2:36 minute video)
Statistics
Office transactions jump, leading the market up to start 2025
Friday, July 04, 2025
Office sales surged in Metro Vancouver's commercial real estate market during the first quarter (Q1) of 2025. (1 minute read)
GVR
PREC pension - ever heard of the RRSP “double dip” deduction?
Thursday, July 03, 2025
Learn how you can take advantage of these tax deductions using your PREC and a personal pension plan. (2 minute read)
Statistics
Home sale trend stabilizing in June
Thursday, July 03, 2025
After a turbulent first six months, home sales are showing signs of a recovery. (3 minute read)
Education
Help your clients navigate climate risk with confidence
Friday, June 27, 2025
Learn more about our new PDP-accredited course that helps you provide informed guidance to clients interested in sustainable and resilient homes. (1 minute read; 1:57 minute video)
GVR
PREC pension - discovering tax deductions for BC REALTORS®
Thursday, June 26, 2025
If you operate as a PREC, you can access the Realtor pension plans with tax-saving opportunities. (1 minute read)
Technology
Unlock the power of commercial market intelligence with STDB 
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Learn more about the Site To Do Business, CCIM's newest tool for comemrcial REALTORS®. (1 minute read)
Education
Raise your commercial IQ with these PDP-accredited courses
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Self-directed learning opportunities for new or seasoned commercial REALTORS®. (1 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path - Dealing with cybersecurity threats with Dynarisk CEO Andrew Martin
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Cyber criminals are targeting our profession - hear from the CEO of a leading cybersecurity company on how you can protect yourself. (30:00 minute listen)
Obituary
Obituary: Morley Lercher
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Read Morley Lercher's obituary. (2 minute read)
GVR
What pension laws can do for a REALTOR® in BC
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Learn more about how incorporated members can take advantage of pension laws to maximize retirement savings. (1 minute read)
Technology
The numbers don’t lie: Cybercrime is affecting BC’s REALTORS®
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Don't let cybercriminals get the best of you - learn more about new, free cybersecurity tools you can access today. (1 minute read)
GVR
GVR news video feature: Mid-year CEO report highlights
Friday, June 13, 2025
Watch our video recap of the highlights of GVR CEO Jeff King's 2025 midyear CEO report. (2:20 minute video)
REALTORS Care®
REALTORS® raise $26,000 in support of those affected by Lapu Lapu Day tragedy – but we still need your help
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Some of the families affected by the tragedy are still navigating life-changing injuries, extended hospital stays, and the mental effects of the day. (2 minute read)
Events
GVR’s REALTORS® Golf Classic returns to Whistler on August 20!
Thursday, June 12, 2025
Get your clubs out for a full day of golf, networking, and fun at the stunning Whistler Golf Course! (1 minute read)
Alerts and warnings
Stay alert – new reports of REALTORS® receiving harassing phone calls
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
We’ve recently received new reports of REALTORS® receiving lewd, harassing calls. These calls are targeting women and begin with the harasser posing as a potential client before they escalate. (2 minute read)
Technology
Our login system is changing to REALTOR.ca SSO solution: What you need to know
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
The REALTOR.ca SSO will keep your information more secure while protecting GVR’s databases and systems. (1 minute read)
Taxes
Property taxes 101
Tuesday, June 10, 2025
Property taxes are due in early July. Here's what your clients need to know. (3 minute read)
Statistics
May 2025 Market Insights
Friday, June 06, 2025
Inventory levels across Metro Vancouver reach another ten-year high, while home sales remained muted. (2:46 minute video)
GVR
Brokers: Why you should check out Payload, the new deposit payment platform
Thursday, June 05, 2025
Brokers can start accessing Payload, a deposit processing tool, with no cost to your office today! (2 minute read)
Events
Our PacificWest 2025 keynote speaker is here: Meet Jake Karls
Wednesday, June 04, 2025
Learn more about Jake Karls, the keynote speaker at PacificWest 2025. (1 minute read)
Statistics
Buyers remain hesitant as inventory builds
Tuesday, June 03, 2025
Inventory levels ar reach another ten-year high, while home sales remained muted. (2 minute read)
Economics
The Lede: Turning the Corner?
Friday, May 30, 2025
After reviewing home sales affected by several Bank of Canada rate cuts, GVR economist, Andrew Lis, indicates things might be changing. (2 minute read)
Government Advocacy
Throne Speech: Government commits to restoring housing affordability
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The speech addressed several key areas, including housing affordability and the immediate and critical need to build a strong, resilient housing sector. (3 minute read)
Government Advocacy
BCREA recommends short-term rental reforms, GVR voices support
Thursday, May 29, 2025
We worked with BCREA to advocate for reforms to the provincial government's short-term rental regulations. (2 minute read)
Podcasts
The Critical Path - A new way to engage, with GVR Account Executive Brian Spencer
Thursday, May 29, 2025
GVR's first Account Executive Brian Spencer discusses the new role and what members can expect on this episode of the Critical Path. (25:44 minute listen)
GVR
CEO mid-year report to members: Leadership in action in 2025
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
GVR CEO Jeff King outlines the key work we've completed, ongoing project updates, and more in his mid-year message to members. (5 minute read)
CREA
Reminder: CREA's New Member Initiation Fee to increase June 1, 2025
Friday, May 23, 2025
The new member initiation fee applies to members joining CREA for the first time or members who are rejoining the association after a period of 24-months. (1 minute read)
GVR
Get a deeper understanding of Service Re-Imagined with these videos
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Hear from key GVR staff on the importance, impact, and vision for what Service Re-Imagined means for our members. (1 minute read; 2 videos)
GVR
Lifetime of innovation: GVR’s CIO Shari Wallace recognized nationally as a technology leader in Canada
Thursday, May 15, 2025
The Chief Information Officer Association of Canada has honoured GVR’s CIO Shari Wallace with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award. (2 minute read)
MLS® Info
BCIT students team up with GVR to tackle land assembly challenges in the MLS® and more
Thursday, May 15, 2025
GVR is working with BCIT BITMAN students on three new projects aimed at improving data quality, automating services, and more. (2 minute read)
Events
Unlock new commercial market intelligence at our CCIM event May 29
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Join us for our next CCIM event, Unlocking Market Intelligence, on Thursday, May 29. (1 minute read)
Obituary
Obituary: Gerry Biggar
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Read Gerry Biggar's obituary. (1 minute read)
Education
New PDP course helps REALTORS® manage stress and prevent burnout
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Watch our video to learn more about the new PDP course on health and wellness. (1 minute read; 2:11 minute video)
Statistics
April 2025 Market Insights
Friday, May 09, 2025
The slowdown in home sales in Metro Vancouver that began early this year continued in April. (2:51 minute video).
Technology
Check out E&O’s free Cyber Guard cyber security service
Thursday, May 08, 2025
All real estate licensees in BC have free access to the Cyber Guard loss prevention program. (1 minute read)
GVR
Beyond the MLS®: Check out these discounts and services included with your GVR membership
Thursday, May 08, 2025
Learn more about the services and cost-saving programs you have access to as a GVR member. (4 minute read)
Statistics
Spring market brings abundance of opportunity for buyers
Friday, May 02, 2025
The slowdown in home sales in Metro Vancouver that began early this year continued in April, with sales down nearly 24 per cent from this time a year ago. (2 minute read)
GVR
Honouring Richard Le: GVR supports victim’s son after Vancouver festival attack
Thursday, May 01, 2025
We encourage all members and people within the community to do what they can to support the victims of this heartbreaking attack. (1 minute read)
GVR
Beyond buying and selling: Help prepare our next leaders
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Learn how you can get involved in shaping GVR's future leaders by joining the Board Development Committee. (1 minute read)
GVR
CEO’s Message: Service Re-Imagined: A New Era of Member Support Is Underway
Monday, April 28, 2025
With Service Re-Imagined, we are investing in a better, faster, more intuitive experience for you—now and into the future. (2 minute read)
GVR
Keep the momentum going on GVR’s op-ed housing affordability proposal
Thursday, April 24, 2025
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is the latest organization to back GVR's latest housing affordability proposal. (1 minute read)
Government Advocacy
Jeff King joins Canadian Chamber of Commerce’s national housing strategy council
Thursday, April 24, 2025
The Council convenes industry leaders to engage with federal decision makers to provide practical, front-line insight. (1 minute read)
GVR
What commercial candidate members need to know to succeed
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Learn more about the roadmap commercial candidate members follow to become successful commercial REALTORS®. (3 minute read)