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Theresa Carter – Real Estate Professional
Coldwell Banker – Oceanside Real Estate
January kicked off the year with lower numbers of sales and new listings over January of 2025 however average sale price for a single-family home in the Cowichan Valley remains relatively steady and level, up just 1.55% over January of last year.Condo numbers were well up across the board over numbers in January 2025
Real estate contracts can feel overwhelming, full of legal language and fine print. But understanding a few key terms can make a huge difference in protecting your money, timeline, and peace of mind. Here are five essential contract terms every buyer and seller should know before signing on the dotted line. CONTINGENCIES What
A look back over the year shows our market here on the island continues to remain balanced and resilient in spite of economic conditions and worldly events affecting bigger market areas like Vancouver and the lower mainland.Average sale price for a single-family home (waterfront and acreage excluded) rose slightly thru December, up 1.38% over Dec
How do Experts Predict Where the 2026 Real Estate Market is Headed? Hint: It's not a crystal ball... Real estate headlines can feel confusing. Will prices rise or fall? Will mortgage rates drop? Will 2026 be a better year to buy or sell? The truth is this: No one can predict the exact future,
Our market here in the Cowichan Valley continues to hold steady as we head into 2026, as did the Bank of Canada, holding it’s key interest rate at 2.25% in their latest announcement. The winter market here is beginning it’s typical cool which is a great time to reflect and plan for the coming
Spring is consistently one of the strongest real estate seasons of the year. Buyers come out in full force, homes show beautifully, and demand tends to spike. But the biggest mistake homeowners make is waiting until spring to start preparing their home to sell. If you want to maximize your sale price, reduce stress,
This past October saw a 10.42% drop in the number of new units listed and an 8.20% drop in the number of sales for single family homes here in the Cowichan Valley over numbers reported thru October of 2024. Average sale price rose 5.37% over last October however still just a modest 1.43% rise overall
You’re ready to move on, but there’s just one problem: your home needs repairs. Maybe the kitchen is dated, the paint is tired, or the roof has seen better days. If you’ve been hesitating to list your home because it needs work, here’s the good news — you can still sell successfully, even without
Our Market here in the Cowichan Valley continued to remain mostly balanced thru this past September with minimal changes when compared to numbers reported in September of 2024. New listings for Single Family Homes dropped 12.41%, Average Sale Price dropped 0.77% and there was no reported change in Units Sold. Average sale price for
When you decide to Sell Your Home, timing is everything! A well-prepared property not only attracts more buyers but can also sell faster and for a higher price. To make the process easier, here’s a suggested timeline you can follow to get your home ready for the market. 8 WEEKS BEFORE LISTING: Plan
Coldwell Banker – Oceanside Real Estate
177-662 Goldstream Ave, Victoria, BC
Office 250-383-1500
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