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What a year it has been! There have been many announcements this past year along with forthcoming changes to the real estate industry and market. With increased lending rates, new rules for home purchases, and the very recent changes to the Strata Property Act, the Government and the Bank of ...

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Victoria’s summer real estate market conditions push into September

A total of 410 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this September, 46.1 per cent fewer than the 761 properties sold in September 2021 and a 14.2 per cent decrease from August 2022. Sales of condominiums were down 58.8 per cent from September 2021 with 126 units ...

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Month-End Market Statistics – September 01, 2022

Less pressure on Buyers in August 2022 in the Victoria real estate market: A total of 478 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this August, 42.5 per cent fewer than the 831 properties sold in August 2021 and a 6.3 per cent decrease from July 2022. Sales of ...

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Market Sales Stats report for July 2022

Shift in Victoria Real Estate market brings more time for buyers and sellers A total of 510 properties sold in the Victoria Real Estate Board region this July, 38.9 per cent fewer than the 835 properties sold in July 2021 and a 16.7 per cent decrease from June 2022. Sales ...

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“I feel more comfortable hiring a professional who has been recommended to me,” said just about everyone who’s ever looked for a good accountant, dentist, lawn care company, contractor – you name it.I suspect that’s no surprise to you.For obvious reasons, people just naturally feel better about contacting a recommended professional than they do a stranger. These days, more than ever before, people are asking for recommendations, from friends, from neighbours, and on social media. That’s why I work so hard to ensure people in the communities I serve get to know me and how I can help them sell successfully and find their next dream home.It’s also why I’m dedicated to continually providing value to the prospects I meet and the wonderful clients with whom I work. This newsletter is just one of the many ways I do that.So, if you happen to run into someone — a friend or neighbour — who is looking for a trusted real estate agent, I hope you’ll feel comfortable giving them my name. And I’m happy to return the favour. If you’re looking for a “home-related” professional, such as a contractor, give me a call. Chances are, I’ll know someone that I can recommend.Thank you in advance for your support.Let the Light Shine In: Home Lighting for HealthRecently, researchers discovered that the lighting in your home can have a much greater impact on your health and well-being than originally thought. Better lighting can boost your energy, increase alertness, and help you sleep better.So, it pays to ensure the lighting in your home is optimal. Here are 3 ways to get started:• Go Natural - Start by enhancing sources of natural light, such as windows and sunroofs. Study each room of your home and replace as much of the artificial light as possible with sunlight. For example, reposition a favourite reading chair next to a window. • Install Dimmer Switches – Dimmer switches allow you to adjust the brightness of your light based on the time of day. There are manual switches, as well as ones you can control remotely with your phone and/or automate with smart technology. Dimming the lights in the evening will help promote better sleep.• Avoid Over-Lighting - This is common in rooms where there are few windows. Over time, excessive light can cause headaches and even mood changes. Lighting that is sufficient to see everything clearly is all you need.Following these lighting tips will improve not just your overall health, but also the health of your investment when it comes time to sell. Home Sweet Smart Home: Automating Your Home DecisionsIt’s been long predicted, but the time has finally come when whole-home systems can provide a network to allow the electronic features and fixtures of your home to talk to one another. Often a family’s first such network involves controlling and sharing subscription services for movies, TV, and music among personal devices.Smart home hubs are the next logical step beyond streaming services. They provide instant communication between household utilities. It is now possible to connect a single master control to automate decisions on your behalf regarding security, HVAC, plumbing, lighting, media and entertainment – and even monitor diet, physical activity, and personal health. The result is greater efficiencies and less environmental impact. This connectivity will only get more advanced with the purchase of new appliances. Your next refrigerator or stove could be capable of reading product labels, providing recipes according to the food you have on hand, planning meals, cooking, and ordering groceries.With the convenience smart technology can add to your life and the potential increase in home value, investing in smart home technology is naturally a smart choice. 7 Master Bedroom Staging Ideas As you most likely know, staging involves setting up the furniture, art and accessories of each room to help make your home look as appealing as possible to potential buyers. It’s similar to what furniture stores do when they create displays of model bedrooms, kitchens, etc.When you’re staging your home, the master bedroom is particularly important. Here are some simple staging tips worth trying:1. Mirrors - Consider using mirrors to make the bedroom seem larger and more comfortable.2. Give Your Bed a Refresh - Put a new comforter on the bed.3. Light it Up – Open curtains or add a lamp if the lighting is dim. (Make sure lights are turned on during viewings.)4. Declutter - Be ruthless when removing clutter from the room, particularly the closet. Don’t keep anything stored under the bed.5. Depersonalize - Remove personal items, such as portraits.6. Practice the Art of Minimalism - Be a minimalist when it comes to the nightstand. Only have two or three accessories on it and make sure they complement the theme, such as a book, vase, candleholder, etc. (Don’t leave anything on top of dressers.)7. Paint - Experts say a neutral palette works best. Neutral colours allow our eyes to rest, evoking a sense of calmness and serenity.Ideally, you want to make the bedroom look like a calm and welcoming retreat.Notable, Quotable, Quotes! “t is best to disregard talk and judge only actions.” Dorothy Day “You always pass failure on the way to success.” Mickey Rooney “What we call failure is not the falling down but the staying down.” Mary Pickford Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract. ... See MoreSee Less

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youtu.be/PtkcbIXMbwo?si=Wo56r6Ynk0GpXerdHere for sale is a Premiere Building Lot located at 2644 Forest Edge Road in West Ridge Trails - a very quiet New subdivision just 3 minutes from the Sooke Village Core and all the Beautiful Amenities that Sooke has to offer! Located on the backside of Broomhill Mountain, this Beautiful subdivision is surrounded by Forest & Trails and high quality New Homes. This is a fully serviced, 7,400 square foot building lot on a quiet Cul-de-Sac with a "Super Natural" setting. This lot is Great value, the site is build ready with substantial preparation work already done! Municipal sewer, water and natural gas are at the property line! This is a Great Opportunity for a turn key lot in a Gorgeous Location! Sooke is Amazing, it's Time for a Change... ... See MoreSee Less

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Here for sale is a Premiere Building Lot located at 2644 Forest Edge Road in West Ridge Trails - a very quiet New subdivision just 3minutes from the Sooke Vi...

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We are hosting an open house today 1-3 p.m. 7071 East Saanich Road. Stop by, say hi and stay dry. It is Spring out there. ... See MoreSee Less

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