Buying a Renovated Home in Victoria BC? Check the Permit History
A beautifully renovated home can be incredibly appealing. A new kitchen, finished basement, additional bathroom or income suite may make a property feel move-in ready and justify paying a premium. But when buying a renovated home in Victoria BC, there is an important question that shouldn't be o
Victoria BC Real Estate Economic Outlook: What Buyers and Sellers Should Watch in 2026 and Beyond
Victoria BC Real Estate Economic Outlook: What Buyers and Sellers Should Watch in 2026 and Beyond The Victoria real estate market has entered a very different phase from the highly competitive conditions experienced during the pandemic years. As we move through the second half of 2026, buyers have m
Gordon Head Is Changing: What the New Gordon Head–McKenzie Centre Means for the Neighbourhood
Gordon Head Is Changing: What the New Gordon Head–McKenzie Centre Means for the Neighbourhood For decades, Gordon Head has been known primarily as an established residential neighbourhood: quiet streets, single-family homes, mature landscaping, excellent schools and close proximity to the University
Gordon Head Real Estate Market Update 2026 | Victoria BC
Gordon Head Real Estate Market: January–July 2026 vs. 2025 What is really happening in the Gordon Head real estate market in 2026? Rather than looking only at Greater Victoria statistics, I compared MLS® sales activity specifically within SE Gordon Head, Saanich East, from January through July 2026
Sooke BC Real Estate Market 2026 | 2025 vs 2026 Home Prices
Sooke BC Real Estate Market: How Have Home Prices Changed From 2025 to 2026? If you are thinking about buying or selling a home in Sooke, BC, one of the most important questions is simple: Are home prices going up or down? Looking at sales activity from 2025 and the available 2026 data, the Sooke re
Gordon Head vs. Cordova Bay vs. Broadmead: Which Saanich Neighbourhood Is Right for You?
Saanich Neighbourhood Guide Gordon Head vs Cordova Bay vs Broadmead: Which Saanich Neighbourhood Fits Your Lifestyle? Gordon Head, Cordova Bay and Broadmead are three highly regarded areas of Saanich, but living in each one can feel quite different. If you're deciding where to buy, the choice isn't
Saanich Fair 2026: Dates, Location & What to Expect in Saanichton, BC
Saanich Fair 2026: Dates, Location & What to Expect in Saanichton, BC The Saanich Fair 2026 takes place September 5–7, 2026, at the Saanich Fairgrounds in Saanichton, British Columbia, on the Saanich Peninsula just north of Victoria. One of Greater Victoria’s longest-running community traditions, th
Closing Costs for Buyers and Sellers in Victoria, BC: What to Budget For
Closing Costs for Buyers and Sellers in Victoria, BC: What to Budget For Buying or selling a home involves more than just the purchase price or the amount you receive from the sale. Closing costs are the additional expenses that come with completing a real estate transaction, and understanding them
Understanding Property Transfer Tax in BC: A Guide for Home Buyers
Understanding Property Transfer Tax in BC: A Guide for Home Buyers If you’re buying a home in British Columbia, one closing cost that can catch buyers by surprise is Property Transfer Tax (PTT). Property Transfer Tax is a provincial tax that is generally payable when you purchase or acquire an inter