Vancouver Island hosts so many beautiful places to explore and one of our favourite destinations we are featuring this month are the beaches at Long Beach!
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STRONG HOUSING MARKET BEING FUELLED BY MANY FACTORS
Canadian home sales and prices have reached a new high, as overall market conditions continue to trend upwards as they did in July and August.
Vancouver Island Hidden Gems
Vancouver Island hosts so many beautiful places to explore and one of our favourite hidden gems we are featuring this month is Jack Point, Biggs Park in Nanaimo!
Happy Halloween 2020
We know that Halloween is looking a little different this year but there are still a bunch of ways to make October 31st feel special and just as festive as years before. So get a costume ready and make it the happiest Halloween possible!
GAS FIREPLACE VS. ELECTRIC FIREPLACE
Everyone loves to cozy up to a fireplace in the winter. An electric or gas fireplace can be an amazing option if you don’t want to deal with the mess or safety concerns that come with burning wood. That leaves you with the choice of a gas fireplace vs. electric fireplace when you’re building a new home or renovating an existing one.
STRONG POST-COVID RECOVERY CONTINUES
Home sales recorded over Canadian MLS® Systems increased 6.2% in August 2020, raising them to another new all-time monthly record. It has been a strong summer as buyers play catch up following the loss of so much of the 2020 spring market, it really does seem that the spring market shifted into the summer.
10 Fun Fall Activities
Fall is a beautiful season — even if it does look a little different this year. Nothing about 2020 has been what anyone expected, and this fall will be no exception. Here are some of the best things to do this fall, whether you’re social distancing, staying at home, or trying to keep activities in your own backyard. Let’s keep celebrating the season, even if it’s an autumn like we’ve never seen before.
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist
With the cooler temperatures and falling leaves we are reminded that the fall season is quickly upon us. As the seasons change so do our activities and the needs around the home. It’s a great time to do some seasonal maintenance to keep your home running smoothly and efficiently. Some attention now will ensure you are not caught unprepared. We’ve prepared an easy checklist to help give your home some TLC for the months ahead.
Recovery Continues in July
Much like the stock market we are seeing a rebound in sales in the Canadian and local Real Estate sector. In our local market I can almost measure the loss of sales from February to May against the increase in June and July reflecting the short-term demand shock from the housing market shutting down.
Hiking Trails of Vancouver Island
As summer winds to a close there is still plenty of time to enjoy adventurous pursuits at some of Vancouver Island’s scenic hiking trails. With weather being a perfect mix of sun and fresh breezes this is the time to explore some favourite trails or discover some new ones whether setting out on foot, two wheels or with your best canine friend. Get your camera ready for our top picks of the month!
Labour Day Long Weekend BBQ Comfort Foods
As Labour Day Long Weekend approaches the summer BBQ is called on again to bring enjoyment to family and friends. Sometimes pure comfort food is what is craved and the following summer-fresh recipes will give you some options for some hearty, meaty and hot-off-the-grill meals that suit any seasonal comfort food craving.
Vancouver Island Backyard Adventures
Enjoy a staycation in gorgeous Vancouver Island’s back yard. Whether it’s for an extended road trip or day trip we have compiled a list of must-see places that are sure to amaze and delight this summer!