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November 2026

FREE - First Time Home Buyer Event - Langford November 14 2026

Posted on Nov 10, 2026



Thinking About Buying Your First Home in Greater Victoria? Join Us This Saturday!

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone, but knowing where to begin can sometimes feel overwhelming. How much do you need for a down payment? What government incentives are available? What can you realistically afford in Greater Victoria? And what happens once...

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Remembrance Day in Victoria BC - Events Happening November 11 2026

Posted on Nov 06, 2026 in Exploring Victoria



By Janine Thomson | Greater Victoria Community Guide
Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island Real Estate 

On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, communities across Greater Victoria will gather to honour those who died in military service and recognize the sacrifices of veterans, serving members and their families. At 11 a.m., people will pause for two minutes...

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Buying your First Condo in Victoria BC for First Time Home Buyers

Posted on Nov 06, 2026 in First Time Home Buyers



By Janine Thomson, REALTOR® | Pemberton Holmes
Greater Victoria & Vancouver Island Real Estate 

You’ve found a condo in Victoria that fits your budget. The kitchen looks great, the building allows pets according to the listing, and the strata fee is lower than at the last place you toured. Then you read the minutes. The strata has asked for a second...

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First Time Home Buyer Programs in BC: What do you Qualify for?

Posted on Nov 06, 2026 in First Time Home Buyers



By Janine Thomson, REALTOR® | Pemberton Holmes
Greater Victoria and Vancouver Island Real Estate 

Can you qualify for first-time home buyer programs in BC if your partner has owned a home? You may still qualify for some benefits. BC can assess your share of the purchase separately for its property transfer tax exemption. Several federal programs ask w...

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Where Should First Time Home Buyers Buy in Victoria BC?

Posted on Nov 06, 2026 in First Time Home Buyers



By Janine Thomson, REALTOR® | Pemberton Holmes
Greater Victoria & Vancouver Island Real Estate

A budget of around $750,000 can lead to very different first homes in Greater Victoria. In early November 2026, it could put a two-bedroom townhome in Saanich, a four-bedroom townhome in Colwood or a three-bedroom detached house in Sooke on your shortlist...

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