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The Current State of Victoria’s Real Estate Market in 2025

Posted on Aug 28, 2025

Victoria, British Columbia, continues to hold its spot as one of Canada’s most sought-after real estate destinations. With its blend of West Coast charm, mild climate, strong economy, and vibrant lifestyle, it’s no surprise that buyers and investors from across the country — and abroad — look here first. But what does the market really look like in...

Smart Strategies for Buying or Selling a Home in Victoria in Today’s Market

Posted on Aug 28, 2025

With Victoria’s real estate market evolving, buyers and sellers need strategies tailored to today’s conditions. Whether you’re purchasing your first condo or selling a family home, success comes down to timing, preparation, and knowledge of local regulations.

For Buyers in Victoria

Get Pre-Approved Early – With rising mortgage rates, pre-approval loc...

Understanding Zoning, Bylaws, and Development Rules in Victoria, BC

Posted on Aug 28, 2025

If you’re planning to buy, sell, or invest in Victoria real estate, understanding zoning and bylaws is crucial. These regulations affect not just what you can build, but also how a property can be used.

What is Zoning?

Zoning divides the city into land-use categories. For example:

R1 (Single-Family Residential): Traditional detached homes.
R2/R3 (Two-F...

Understanding Strata Living – What You Need to Know Before Buying a Condo or Townhouse

Posted on Aug 28, 2025

When you’re buying a home in British Columbia, one of the most common choices—especially in urban areas like Victoria or Vancouver—is a strata property. Condos, townhouses, and some duplexes all fall under strata ownership. While strata living comes with many benefits, it also means you’re buying into a community with rules, shared expenses, and co...

Inside the Strata Council – How AGMs, Minutes, and Governance Work

Posted on Aug 28, 2025

In our first post, we explored the basics of strata living, including fees, bylaws, and what it means to own a condo or townhouse within a strata corporation. Now, let’s go deeper into how these communities are actually managed.Behind every well-run strata is its strata council—a volunteer board of owners who oversee operations, finances, and enfor...

Decoding Strata Financials – Depreciation Reports, Contingency Funds, and Strata Fees

Posted on Aug 28, 2025

In the first two posts of our series, we explored the basics of strata living and the role of the strata council and AGMs. Now it’s time to tackle what many buyers find the most intimidating part of strata ownership: the financials.Understanding how a strata manages its money is just as important as inspecting the unit you’re buying. Poor financial...

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