
2026 BC Assessment Is Live — What It Means for West Kootenay Homeowners
The 2026 BC Assessment values are now available, giving homeowners across British Columbia — including here in the West Kootenay — an updated look at their property’s assessed value. These assessments are based on market conditions as of July 1, 2025, and are primarily used to help calculate propert

Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady — Here’s What It Means for Nelson Buyers & Sellers
The Bank of Canada announced today that it will hold the key interest rate at 2.25%, choosing stability over change as we move into the end of the year. And while headlines often focus on cuts or hikes, a rate hold can be just as impactful — especially in a local, supply-tight market like Nelson. If

Bank of Canada Cuts Rates: What It Means for Nelson’s Real Estate Market
On January 29, 2025, the Bank of Canada announced a 25 basis point reduction in its key policy rate, bringing it down to 3%. This decision was accompanied by a caution regarding potential economic challenges stemming from a prospective tariff conflict with the United States. For residents of Nelson
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