# Questions owners ask

Author: Cam Appleton, Commercial Real Estate Agent (https://camappleton.com/about/). Updated 2026-10-25. Canonical: https://sellmypark.ca/faq/

Short answers. Call me for the long ones. 
Do I need to publicly list my park to explore a sale? 
No. Many owners begin by exploring value, timing and buyer fit through a private process before deciding whether a public listing makes sense. A confidential process can reduce unnecessary exposure while you weigh your options. 
Why might a private sale matter for a park or campground owner? 
Owners often want to avoid unsettling staff, guests, long-term residents or business partners before they’re ready. A staged process, where information is shared only after buyer screening and a confidentiality agreement, helps you keep control while serious interest is tested. 
How are RV parks and campgrounds typically valued? 
Income matters, but these properties are rarely valued on income alone. Buyers also look at land quality, location, replacement barriers, operating history, occupancy, servicing and zoning, repeat guests, and upside such as expansion or cabins. Two parks with similar income can sell for different prices. For the income side, see [cap rates, explained](https://camappleton.com/guides/cap-rates/). 
Why do interest rates matter to park values? 
Financing costs influence what buyers can afford and how hard they can bid. Lower borrowing costs can support buyer activity, though the effect varies by deal structure, lender terms and the property. The [Bank of Canada](https://www.bankofcanada.ca/core-functions/monetary-policy/key-interest-rate/) publishes its current rate. 
Are replacement costs part of the value story? 
Often, yes. [Statistics Canada’s construction price data](https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/t1/tbl1/en/tv.action?pid=1810027601) shows building costs rose a lot in the early 2020s. For many buyers, existing zoning, infrastructure, utilities, access and operating history make an established park more attractive than starting from scratch. 
Are larger buyers active in this kind of property? 
Some larger North American operators buy RV and manufactured housing properties. That doesn’t mean every BC park is a target for them. Many buyers are families and smaller operators. 
Should I think about tax before I sell? 
Yes. Tax can change your net proceeds a lot, and rules change. The impact depends on ownership structure, exemptions and your wider planning, so review timing and structure with an accountant or tax lawyer early. The [CRA explains capital gains](https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/tax/individuals/topics/about-your-tax-return/tax-return/completing-a-tax-return/personal-income/line-12700-capital-gains.html). 
Who pays Property Transfer Tax when a park sells? 
The buyer. As of October 2026 it’s 1% on the first $200,000, 2% up to $2 million and 3% above that, with an extra 2% on residential value over $3 million, per the [BC government](https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/taxes/property-taxes/property-transfer-tax). Share sales are treated differently. See [PTT and share sales](https://camappleton.com/guides/ptt-and-share-sales/). 
What happens to full-time residents if I sell? 
In a manufactured home park, residents are generally covered by the [Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Act](https://www.bclaws.gov.bc.ca/civix/document/id/complete/statreg/02077_01). Their tenancies continue after a sale. Get legal advice before you start. 
What happens in the first conversation? 
Property type, general location, scale, how it operates, your goals and timing. From there we can talk about likely buyers, whether a private process makes sense, and what information you’d need to pull together. The point isn’t pressure. It’s clarity. 
Do I need to be ready to sell right now to talk? 
No. Many owners start the conversation 6 to 24 months before any formal sale. Early planning helps you understand what drives value and what might improve marketability before you decide. 
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