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The Return of Renting

Victoria’s new rental options are reshaping the housing market with flexibility, design, and affordability.

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Rooms That Sell A Home

Staging kitchens and bathrooms can significantly enhance a home’s appeal and lead to faster sales. Simple updates make a big difference without costly renovations.

Home ownership is more complicated than it used to be, meaning that people need to get creative when buying their first house.

Unlocking the door – exploring novel ways to home ownership

BY SHANNON MONEO As the median price of a new home in Greater Victoria continues to climb, more wishful homeowners are considering non-traditional methods to get into the market. Mortgaging…

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The Real Deal on Curb Appeal

Investing in outer appearances means more than you’d expect when listing a house. BY SHANNON MONEO Despite what your mother told you, appearances do matter — at least if you’re…

Russell Cass, owner of Home Check - Due Diligence Spruce Summer Issue 2022

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Due Diligence: Why home inspections are the first line of defence in a property purchase

BY SHANNON MONEO Russell Cass and his team used to do between 60 to 100 home inspections per month in Greater Victoria. Cass, a home inspector and owner of Home…

A Lot to Consider: What to expect when buying and building on the perfect lot

BY SHANNON MONEO Buying the perfect lot and building on it is challenging but possible — if you are prepared and know what to expect. Early in the spring, a…

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Creating the ideal digital open house

Experts agree: pandemic-induced technology has transformed the way people interact with buying. It’s no surprise big-city residents have been moving locales since the pandemic took hold, searching for space through…