RENTING IN VICTORIA BC : KEY TIPS AND PROCESSES
Embarking on a journey to find a rental home in Victoria can be both thrilling and challenging. With its rich diversity of neighbourhoods, Victoria offers something for…
NEIGHBOURHOOD STATISTIC REPORT – GORDON HEAD, SAANICH / VICTORIA B.C.
NEIGHBOURHOOD REPORT – GORDON HEAD Gordon Head is a beautiful neighbourhood located in the northeast area of Victoria, British Columbia. It is bordered by the Haro Strait…
VICTORIA B.C. SPRING MARKET – APRIL 2023
See video below for all of April’s stats relating to single family homes, townhouses, condos and waterfront properties. Although sale numbers are more moderate than in recent…
SPRING FLOWERS AND COLOURS
Spring is a time of renewal, and nothing embodies this spirit quite like the burst of colour and fragrance that comes with spring flowers. As the weather…
RESET YOUR HOME AND MIINDSET FOR 2023
We love this time of the year. It’s wintery, magical, and has us reminiscing about the last 365 days that have passed. For us, it’s been a…
IS YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD ON THE RISE?
When you’re looking to buy a house, it’s important to think about the future of the area. Is it growing? Are the homes there likely to see…
PROHIBITION ON THE PURCHASE OF HOMES BY NON – CANADIANS
Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act. Starting on January 1, 2023, foreigners will temporarily be unable to purchase homes in the country under…
VICTORIA NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE – OAK BAY
VICTORIA NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE – OAK BAY https://shannonandglenda.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Population-Distribution-by-Age.mp4 Oak Bay is an affluent municipality with all the benefits of a beautiful coastline and mild climate that make…
WHAT DO RECESSION FEARS MEAN FOR THE HOUSING MARKET?
WHAT DO RECESSION FEARS MEAN FOR THE HOUSING MARKET? It’s no secret that Canadians are worried about the state of the economy, with many fearing a possible…
WANT TO LOOK FOR A HOME SECURITY SYSTEM
WANT TO LOOK FOR A HOME SECURITY SYSTEM? Sophisticated home security systems aren’t just for the rich and famous these days. Even the least tech-savvy homeowner can…
SHOULD YOU INSTALL SOLAR PANELS IN YOUR HOME?
Solar power & heating for your home… With the rising costs of bills in Canada and a growing concern for the environment, green renewable energy is becoming…
February 2022 Real Estate Stats
February Market Statistics Record low inventory prevents Victoria real estate market from cooling‐off A total of 718 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this…
6 SIZZLING KITCHEN TRENDS AND COLOURS IN 2022
Kitchen trends this year are building on the momentum of last year and are on track to be even simpler, cozier and more nature-inspired than 2021. The…
New Tax Free Savings Account Offers Promise For Homeownership
Home ownership is a dream for many, many Canadians but it’s no surprise that with the increased costs of living and rising house prices, it…
WHY IT’S IMPORTANT TO HAVE A TEAM OF PROFESSIONALS ON YOUR SIDE!
Who’s on your Team? Benefits of Hiring a Real Estate Team 1. Guidance Through the Process A real estate transaction has a lot of moving parts. While…
DECEMBER 2021 REAL ESTATE STATS
The 2021 Victoria Real Estate Market Year In Review January 4, 2022 – A total of 438 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this…
Buying A Home – Where to Begin?
When buying a home you are going to have to make a lot of choices, so let’s start at the very beginning. What kind of home do…
November 2021 Real Estate Stats
No change on the horizon for the Victoria real estate market December 1, 2021 Strong demand for housing in our community continue to exceed the all-time low…
October 2021 Real Estate Statistics
Inventory pressures continue to constrain Victoria real estate market November 1, 2021 A total of 745 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this October,…
ARE WE STILL IN A SELLERS’ MARKET?
Yes we certainly are… Victoria is in a situation this month that is very similar to last month, we have seen a lot of demand for homes…
Home Ownership Program Coming For Langford Residents
With all the new construction in and around Langford, one might think there are many new condos to choose from when looking to purchase in the area,…
Royal Bay Seaside Community – What’s Coming & When
Exciting News for Colwood, Metchosin and surrounding Communities We attended the Royal Bay open house at Sequoia Coastal Coffee last weekend and met a few of the…
Fall Home Maintenance Tips
FALL HOME MAINTENANCE TIPS As temperatures have cooled, make sure you’re prepared for the wear and tear of winter weather on the interior and exterior of your…
September 2021 Real Estate Statistics
October 1, 2021 A greater commitment to development required to balance local housing market A total of 761 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region…
May 2021 Market Statistics
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April 2021 Real Estate Market Statistics
April Real Estate Market Statistics Housing in Greater Victoria remains in high demand May 3, 2021 “Comparing last year’s April market to 2021 does not provide us any…