News - Home Inspector Licensing Good for Consumers

Posted On: 2009-02-03

For Immediate Release

Home Inspector Licensing Good for Consumers

Vancouver, BC - February 3, 2009.

The British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) is pleased with the BC Government's recent announcement to license home inspectors, effective March 31, 2009.

"As a REALTOR®, I know it's important for my clients to have the best property information possible," said BCREA President Scott Veitch. "An independent inspection is a great starting point for consumers to learn about property conditions."

Since 1998, the Association has recommended the government license home inspectors. Now, BCREA looks forward to the development of meaningful standards to ensure consumers receive adequate protection.

"Solid information helps consumers have confidence in their home buying decisions," added Veitch. "And confidence and protection are necessary for the excellent quality of life we enjoy in British Columbia."

For more information, please contact:

Lindsay Cook
Communications Coordinator
604.742.2784

About BCREA

To learn more, visit www.bcrea.bc.ca.

BCREA represents the 12 real estate boards in British Columbia and their REALTOR® members on all provincial issues, providing an extensive communications network, required licensing and continuing education courses, economic research and analysis, standard forms and government relations.

About Quality of Life

Quality of Life is an approach BCREA adopted to demonstrate the commitment of the real estate profession to improve Quality of Life throughout the province. REALTORS® are active in their communities, and Quality of Life ensures BCREA reflects that work. The approach is summarized in five principles: ensuring economic vitality, providing housing opportunities, preserving the environment, protecting property owners and building better communities. Learn more about Quality of Life at ww.qualityoflife.bcrea.bc.ca.

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