Breakout Session: Lessons Learned from Foreign Buyer Legislation

Speakers:

- Bryan Greene, Vice President of Policy Advocacy, National Association of REALTORS®

- Trevor Koot, CEO, British Columbia Real Estate Association

- Linda Kristal, Vice President of Advocacy, Canadian Real Estate Association

- Sanjay Wagle, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs/Chief Lobbyist, California Association of REALTORS®

- Larry Westergard, Executive Officer, Central Alberta REALTORS® Association

The real estate market on both sides of the border has been significantly influenced by overseas buyers.

In response, federal and state/provincial governments have introduced legislation to curb or eliminate the impact of foreign buyers on local markets.

Learn the outcomes of these efforts and the most significant challenges being faced presently and in the future.

See the influence that foreign buyers have in markets across North America, and how government legislation addressing foreign buyers can help and/or hinder the real estate market.