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Cracking the BC home buying code in 2023

When Cassidy Cooper and Keaton Lawlor were in their second year of university, the friends tossed around the idea of pooling funds to buy a condo together. Their dream came to fruition less than a year later, in March 2022, when they bought a two-bedroom condo together in Coquitlam.

Sun’s out, tools out! Here’s your summer home maintenance checklist

Summer is a great time for home maintenance. The days are long, the weather’s great, and you can enjoy the sun while improving your home.

Three creative ways to buy into the BC housing market

The BC housing market is expensive and tough for first-time buyers to crack. However, there are some creative ways to get your foot in the door. Here are three alternative ways to get on the BC housing ladder.

Snow removal tips to keep you safe

Six tips to protect your back and joints as you clear the snow.

When a claim goes right

This BCAA Home Insurance good-news story is no exception – the vast majority of claims are covered without a hitch.

12 holiday safety tips to keep your home and family safe

12 safety tips to check before you get your pad looking festive for the season.

Flood prevention and survival tips

Follow these tips and get peace of mind knowing that you’re protected during peak flood season in BC.

Budget-friendly tips to increase your home’s value

Whether you’re planning to sell or you simply want to build equity in your home, these budget-friendly home upgrade tips are for you.

Backyard Bliss

Whether you have a bountiful yard, a condo balcony or simply a sunny windowsill, your dream green space is within reach.

Simple tips for growing happy house plants

To help you and your indoor plants thrive, we’ve pulled together a list of simple tips from our in-house expert and all-around awesome BCAA Team Member. Here are the basics for growing and nurturing healthy house plants.

Six tips to protect your home and wallet from taking a hit

Summer’s coming, but British Columbians are already feeling the heat from rising inflation and the surging cost of living. It’s an expensive time, and here in BC, soaring costs are putting the crunch on homeowners and renters alike.

Simple ways to make eco-friendly changes at home and on the move

Here are some tips to help you use less energy at home and make a positive impact on the environment when you’re on the move.

5 simple ways to make your small home feel a lot bigger than it actually is

Rest assured, there are some easy tips and tricks that can make your small home — whether a condo, a basement suite, or a laneway pad — feel much bigger than the square footage would suggest.

Seven ways to create the perfect patio for summer

Here are seven tips to help you create a cozy oasis, plus a few ways to perfect your park setup too.

Prepare for BC Wildfire Season with BCAA

This year’s wildfire season is already off to a shocking start, and our hearts are with everyone already impacted or at risk.

How to naturally spring clean your whole home

Here are some tips and tricks to spring clean your whole home, including fresh takes on eco-friendly cleaning plus a room-by-room checklist.

Make your home Spooktacular this Halloween with these eco-friendly DIY projects and crafts

Consider this: Halloween produces tens of thousands of tonnes of plastic waste every year – from costumes to candy wrappers to creepy ornaments.

How to protect your home while you’re on vacation

You can keep your home secure with these smart tips.

Here is your fall home maintenance guide for a happy home

Tips for first time home buyers and protection must haves

How our home insurance is built for life in BC