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The Fall Listing Window Is Narrowing: What That Means If
What does a narrowing fall market mean if you haven't listed yet? Late September is not too late to sell a home in Greater Victoria. But if you…
Buying an Older Character Home in Greater Victoria: What to
What should you look for when buying an older home in Greater Victoria? With an older home, condition is rarely as simple as its age. What matters is…
The 98% Price Ratio: What It Tells Greater Victoria Sellers
What does a 98% price ratio mean for Greater Victoria sellers? A 98% price ratio means that, on average, sold properties closed relatively close to the asking price…
Knowing Your Home Before You List: Condition, Timing, and Confidence
Why is it helpful to understand an older home's condition before listing? When you understand your Greater Victoria home before it goes on the market, you have more…
Testing the Commute Before You Commit: How the Saanich Peninsula
Should you test the commute before buying on the Saanich Peninsula? Yes, especially if travelling regularly into Victoria will be part of your routine. But the better advice…
More Listings, More Competition: How to Read the Inventory You’re
How do you price a higher-end home when buyers have plenty of choice? In a balanced Greater Victoria market, pricing is not only about what comparable homes have…
Probate and Property: What Can Slow an Estate Sale Down
Do you need probate before selling a deceased person's home in BC? It depends on how the property was owned and the circumstances of the estate. When a…
The First Days of Fall in Greater Victoria: September Events
There’s something particularly nice about this time of year in Greater Victoria. Summer doesn’t disappear all at once. Warm afternoons linger, local markets are still going, and the…
Greater Victoria Real Estate Market Update: August 2026
More homes sold across Greater Victoria this August than in any August in the past five years. At the same time, the benchmark price for a single-family home…
