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February 2021

8 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home 

Posted on Feb 28, 2021 in Buyers Info & Facts

Janine Thomson - Victoria's Real Estate Agent


By Janine Thomson, REALTOR® · ABR® · SRS®
Pemberton Holmes · Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island Real Estate
Updated: August 8, 2026


Buying a home is exciting, but it is also one of the largest financial and legal commitments most people will ever make. The decisions made before an offer, and during the short period between acceptance and subject re...

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The Risks & Rewards in Bully Offer Situations

Posted on Feb 27, 2021 in Sellers Info & Facts

Janine Thomson - Victoria real estate agent  
By Janine Thomson, REALTOR® · ABR® · SRS®
Pemberton Holmes · Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island Real EstateUpdated: August 8, 2026



A “bully offer” is one of the most misunderstood strategies in a competitive real estate market. The more professional term is pre-emptive offer: an offer submitted before the date and time a seller has announced for...

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11 Buyer's Tips for Success in a Seller's Market 

Posted on Feb 07, 2021 in Buyers Info & Facts

 Janine Thomson - Victoria Real Estate Agent
By Janine Thomson, REALTOR® · ABR® · SRS®
Pemberton Holmes · Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island Real Estate

Updated: Saturday, August 8 2026

Buying a home in a seller’s market can feel fast, emotional and highly competitive. Well-priced properties may attract strong interest soon after they are listed, and buyers can find themselves competing on pr...

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