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Market Update
The housing market in the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) area finished summer the way it began, with historically low inventory and rising…
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Market Update
For the August 2021 real estate market stats, we continue to see how increasing housing supply is the key to affordability. Historically low inventory…
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Buying
How important are building inspections and getting one before you complete the purchase of your new home? Here are 4 great reasons to never skip the i…
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Buying
Did you find the right home only to discover it was once a marijuana “grow op”? Here’s a few things you should think about before buying a grow op pro…
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Community
Halloween Safety Tips from Scott Parker Before Trick-or-Treaters come knocking at your door this Monday, here are a few tips to keep everyone safe whi…
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How much of a down payment do I have to put down to buy a new home? The short answer is anywhere from 5% and up. Down payment Effective February 15, 2…
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Community
How much does it cost to retire in Nanaimo, or anywhere for that matter, is a more complicated question than it seems and is dependent on a lot of fac…
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Buying
There’s a difference between what you really want versus what you really need. Everyone needs a place to eat, sleep and call home. However, when the t…
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Selling
Your neighbor recently listed their home for sale and now you’re curious about how much it sold for. If you don’t want to be nosy and ask them directl…
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