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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…
Bill 44 and Established Neighbourhoods: What It Changed for Greater
What did Bill 44 change for residential lots in Greater Victoria? Bill 44 required many BC municipalities to allow more homes on properties previously restricted to single-family or…
Oak Bay vs North Saanich: Two Neighbourhoods, Two Different Lives
What does $2M buy in Oak Bay versus North Saanich? In Greater Victoria, a $2M budget generally buys an established home and a more central position in Oak…
Greater Victoria’s Fall Market: What a Balanced Autumn Means for
Is fall a good time to sell a high-end home in Greater Victoria? Fall can be an active listing period in Greater Victoria, but timing alone does not…
Why Insurance Can Complicate the Sale of an Older Victoria
Why can insurance become an issue when selling an older Greater Victoria home? Certain features common in older properties, including active knob-and-tube wiring and underground oil tanks, can…
