Keeping it Real
Meet Jacquie McCarnan your host for Keeping it Real, the Vancouver and area residential real estate podcast that aims to demystify all things real estate in our crazy market.
Jacquie has been a licensed Realtor since 2016 and, in that time, has come across just about every scenario you can think of in our residential market. From hoarder homes to those for sale by owners to crazy strata situations and more, Jacquie provides real stories to help you navigate real estate in Vancouver and surrounding areas.
Each episode of Keeping it Real is short and to the point and provides you with great information about the topic discussed. Jacquie is always available to answer more in-depth questions and is happy to feature your own experience in future episodes.
Episodes also contain additional, non-real estate info about local businesses, experiences, and hidden gems around town that will make you sound like a local expert!
If you live in Vancouver or surrounding areas you know that the #1 thing people talk about is real estate (then the weather) if you want to sound knowledgeable and up to date on the real estate part listen weekly to hear topical issues that affect our market. We try to pick the most interesting and current issues to demystify each week and eagerly anticipate your input.
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Keeping it Real
3. Changes You Need to Know: Understanding the New BC Government Legislation on Airbnb
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In the latest episode of ‘Keeping it Real’ podcast, Jacqui MacCarnon unpacks the BC government's upcoming Airbnb legislation, slated for implementation on May 1, 2024. The new rules, aiming to address housing shortages, dictate that Airbnb listings must be a principal residence, secondary suite, or accessory dwelling unit. Jacqui shares a fictional scenario of homeowners grappling with these changes, shedding light on the broader implications for property owners and the real estate investment scene.
As the landscape shifts, Jacqui underscores the need for property owners to assess their options. With exemptions in play and various considerations at play, she emphasizes consulting with a mortgage broker for personalized advice.
Don’t miss out – Make strategic moves in BC's evolving real estate market now!
For additional resources and in-depth insights, visit https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/housing-tenancy/short-term-rentals
What was covered:
01:25 Municipality Variances and Exemptions to Airbnb Rules
04:14 Impact of October 2023 Crackdown on Airbnb Rentals
06:12 Homeowner Options: Long-term Rental, Move-In, or Sell
08:38 Importance of Consulting a Mortgage Broker
09:05 Government Objective: Reducing Non-Compliant Airbnbs and Exemptions
11:19 Consideration of Investment for Property Compliance
13:08 Local Business Shout-out "The End of the Line Cafe" and Book Recommendation"The Biddlemores"
14:48 Reach Out for Airbnb Questions and Assistance
