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Welcome to the Buyer & Seller Resources Library, your comprehensive source for real estate knowledge, homeownership information, and local insights throughout Greater Victoria, Southern Vancouver Island, and the Gulf Islands.

Whether you're buying your first home, preparing to sell, investing in real estate, or simply exploring the local market, this page is designed to provide valuable information to help you make informed decisions. With over 100 informative articles and resources, you'll find expert guidance covering a wide range of topics, including buying and selling strategies, homeownership tips, property checklists, contract and legal considerations, home design ideas, market insights, neighbourhood guides, and much more.

Beyond real estate, you'll also discover articles that showcase the best of Vancouver Island living, including local attractions, parks, community highlights, seasonal activities, and things to do throughout Greater Victoria and the surrounding regions.

This growing library is regularly updated with new content, ensuring you have access to current information and practical resources whenever you need them.

Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the page to explore the various resource categories and topics available. Consider this your one-stop knowledge centre for real estate, homeownership, and life on Vancouver Island.

Why Realtors Don’t Give Mortgage Advice in British Columbia 

Posted on Jun 02, 2026



One of the most common questions buyers ask their REALTOR® is, "How much should I put down?" or "What mortgage should I choose?" While real estate professionals work closely with buyers throughout the home purchasing process, there is an important reason why REALTORS® do not provide mortgage advice.In British Columbia, real estate professionals are...

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The Ultimate Summer Market Guide 2026 for Victoria & Gulf Islands

Posted on Jun 02, 2026


From Sooke to Sidney & the Gulf Islands

One of the best parts of summer in Greater Victoria is exploring the incredible variety of outdoor markets that appear throughout the region. From farm-fresh vegetables and locally raised meats to handmade jewelry, artwork, baked goods, flowers, live music and food trucks, these markets showcase the creativity...

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Multiplex Housing in Victoria 

Posted on May 28, 2026


By Janine Thomson, REALTOR® | Pemberton Holmes -  Victoria BC

Victoria's housing landscape is undergoing one of the most significant transformations in decades. As housing affordability, population growth, and housing supply continue to dominate discussions across British Columbia, municipalities throughout Greater Victoria are adapting their zoning...

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Foreshore Leases & Waterfront Properties in Victoria 

Posted on May 28, 2026




By Janine Thomson - Victoria Realtor | Pemberton Holmes

Victoria's waterfront real estate market offers some of the most desirable and prestigious properties on Vancouver Island. From oceanfront estates in Cordova Bay and Ten Mile Point to waterfront homes in North Saanich, Sidney, Sooke, and Oak Bay, buyers are often drawn to the lifestyle that com...

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Buying a Condo in Victoria BC  

Posted on May 19, 2026



By Janine Thomson - Victoria Realtor | Pemberton Holmes

If you’re thinking about buying a condo in Victoria, BC, you’re not alone. With rising rental rates, limited housing supply, and a lifestyle that continues to attract people to Vancouver Island, condos remain one of the most practical and strategic ways to enter the market.But smart buying come...

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Earthquake Risk on Vancouver Island: Where Victoria Sits, New Scientific Discoveries, and How to Stay Safe

Posted on Apr 15, 2026



By Janine Thomson - Victoria Realtor | Pemberton Holmes

Living on Vancouver Island offers incredible natural beauty, but it also places us in one of the most seismically active regions in Canada. Understanding the earthquake zone affecting Vancouver Island and Victoria, along with recent scientific discoveries offshore, is essential, not just for sa...

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