The Great Dilemma - Buy or Sell First?
Posted on Mar 01, 2024
So, you’re thinking about moving. Maybe it’s time for more space, a different neighbourhood, or you’re ready for that dream home you’ve been eyeing online. But if you already own a home, you’re probably wondering:
Should I sell my current home before buying the next one — or buy first and then sell?
Great question — and the answer depends on your sit...
2024 HOUSING FORECAST
Posted on Jan 09, 2024
It would seem interest rates and inflation have made for a bit of a roller coaster ride in real estate with numbers showing we’re likely at the bottom of this rough ride we’ve been on over the last 2 years.
And while people will line up for Disney’s roller coaster, buyers and sellers chose to avoid the ride this year and the numbers certainly showed...
BC Assessment VS Actual Market Value
Posted on Jan 09, 2024
The Cowichan Valley continues to be a popular destination for home buyers both as a place to raise families and a place to retire. Yet, navigating the real estate market in these regions can be perplexing, especially when BC Assessment values don’t align with actual market values. We will look at factors that cause these disparities and highlight w...Top 6 Home Design Trends for 2023
Posted on Feb 01, 2023 in Design
Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home—and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable more than ever. Some of us have adapted our dwellings in new ways, from creating functional home offices to upgrading the appliances we use most. But while it’s important to make your home...
2023 Market Outlook
Posted on Jan 03, 2023 in Market Update
2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You)Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates.
In March 2022, the Bank of Canada began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation.1 And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing market h...
Stretch Your Budget This Holiday Season
Posted on Dec 02, 2022 in Financing
You don't have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style - even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations, but there are still plenty of opportunities to eke out extra savings. For example, you can trim your energy bills by up to 20% just by sealing air leaks in your home.1 Other sm...
