Real Estate Podcast: Is a Cooling Off Period a Good Idea?

The British Columbia Government has just announced a 3-day cooling off period for buyers of real estate starting January 1, 2023. This is the measure that was introduced as a mechanism to allow buyers more comfort in their purchasing decisions, with an ability to walk away from the deal with a small penalty if they so choose.
 
What do we think about this? What impact might this have? How does this impact other jurisdictions and the decisions they might be making on similar policies? In today’s Real Estate Podcast, from Level Up, we learn more.

Majestic Waterfront Home in Boswell, British Columbia, Canada – Sotheby’s International Realty

Presented by Sotheby’s International Realty Canada and listed for $2,750,000 (Canadian $) this extraordinary vacation property is built on a bluff on the Kootenay Lake. It includes 550 feet of shoreline, a sheltered marina, a sandy beach cove, a waterfall and Swiss Chalet inspired architecture.

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