Author: Katherine Rutherford

Short term rentals in Kelowna

New bylaws to allow and regulate short-term rentals in Kelowna were adopted by Council on Monday, April 8. With the new bylaw in effect, operators can apply for a business licence starting Tuesday, April 23. Operators are encouraged to obtain a business licence by July 1. Under the new rules, a homeowner or primary resident can legally rent […]

The Unmarried Couple’s Guide to Buying a House Together

The Unmarried Couple’s Guide to Buying a House Together So you've decided to purchase your first home with your significant other. But wait—you and your partner haven't tied the knot. Instead, you're cohabitating, perhaps as common-law spouses. What kinds of challenges are likely to arise when buying property with someone to whom you're not married? And what happens [...]