Buying a home in the mid-Vancouver Island market can feel like a daunting task. With high demand and limited inventory, it's essential to make your offer stand out. Here are some creative strategies to help you get noticed and increase your chances of securing your dream home.
The construction industry is abuzz with excitement over recent amendments to the BC Building Code. These changes now permit the use of mass timber in buildings up to 18 storeys, a significant increase from the previous 12-storey limit. But what exactly does this mean for the future of housing, and why is it so important? Let’s explore the answers t...
In today's fast-paced real estate market, competition is fierce and inventory is low. This is especially true on mid-Vancouver Island where people from all across Canada are discovering the beauty of Parksville/Qualicum and Nanaimo. Buyers need to be prepared and proactive to secure their dream homes. Here are some essential tips to help you naviga...
In a move to increase tax revenues from the wealthiest Canadians, the federal government is proposing a change to capital gains taxation that could have significant implications for real estate transactions across the country. The proposed change would increase the capital gains inclusion rate from 50 percent to 67 percent for individuals with more...
Check out the market update for the Parksville/Qualicum and Nanaimo for April 2024.
The spring market is in full swing! Prices, listings and sales are all up from April 2023. That is good news for everyone involved with real estate here on mid-Vancouver Island.
Prices are up but very marginally from last year and, to me, that is a very important st...