Top Beaches on Vancouver Island
Posted on Apr 22, 2022
Island!
Here are some of the top beaches that Vancouver Island has to offer residents and visitors. Add these to your list of places to visit this summer!
In the Pacific Rim area:
Chesterman Beach
Locals living near Tofino and tourists alike know Chesterman’s as the Pacific Rim’s favourite beach and one of the regions most meaningful locations.
Long Be...
Here are some of the top beaches that Vancouver Island has to offer residents and visitors. Add these to your list of places to visit this summer!
In the Pacific Rim area:
Chesterman Beach
Locals living near Tofino and tourists alike know Chesterman’s as the Pacific Rim’s favourite beach and one of the regions most meaningful locations.
Long Be...
What is a Walk Score?
Posted on Apr 02, 2022
A Walk Score is a metric of measurement that looks at how far you are from various amenities and community locations like schools and parks. It gives you a ranking out of 100. The closer you are to 100, the more walkable you are to places.
Walk Score in real estate listings plays a role in analyzing a property, especially for prospective buyers. The...
Walk Score in real estate listings plays a role in analyzing a property, especially for prospective buyers. The...
Central Vancouver Island : A Wine Destination
Posted on Mar 19, 2022
Wine making began on Vancouver Island as early as the 1920’s with local berries and honey mead. It was a provincial government research project in the 1980s, tasked with identifying grape varietals that could thrive in the maritime climate (such as many hardy hybrid grapes), that really fueled the modern wine industry. Today the Island boasts aroun...
Vancouver Island Gardens
Posted on Feb 18, 2022
As we near Spring, and the sun comes out, we start to venture outside more. One of the first signs of spring are the flowers that start to pop up! If you are thinking of visiting some amazing gardens on Vancouver Island this spring and summer, check out this list:
The Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens
Cultivated with respect for the natural boundaries o...
The Kitty Coleman Woodland Gardens
Cultivated with respect for the natural boundaries o...
Tips for buying a newly built home
Posted on Jan 22, 2022
With many new homes being built on Vancouver Island, it’s likely that at some point you may be interested in buying a brand-new home.
Make sure you weigh the pros and cons.
Make sure you weigh the pros and cons.
- You may be the kind of person that doesn’t enjoy renovations or have the time. If you don’t want to do immediate work when you move in, a new home may be a good choice for you.
- New...
How is your mortgage rate decided?
Posted on Nov 26, 2021
There are several factors that affect your mortgage and the rate you get is just one part of that equation. Your financial and employment situation are also part of what determines the rate you will be able to qualify for. Here some some important factors that affect your mortgage rate:
- Your down payment: All property purchases in Canada require a...