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What Buyers Really Do With a Price Reduction
What do buyers actually do when a home's price is reduced? In Greater Victoria, a price reduction can bring new attention to a listing and sometimes bring previous…
When the Land Is Worth More Than the House
When does the land start to matter more than the house in Greater Victoria? In established parts of Oak Bay, Saanich and the City of Victoria, there are…
Greater Victoria’s Fall Market: What the Latest Numbers Mean at
How is the higher-end market performing in Greater Victoria this fall? Greater Victoria entered the fall with stronger sales activity than a year ago, healthy inventory and relatively…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Greater Victoria Real Estate Market Update: What the July 2026
Every month, the Victoria Real Estate Board releases a detailed look at what is happening across the region. There are plenty of numbers to work through, but a…
