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Fred Carver
One of Colwood's most popular subdivisions. You enter into a large foyer with a family room off to the left with a gas fireplace. there is 2 more bedrooms and a good size 4 piece bathroom on the lower floor which could easily be converted into an in-law ...  [Read More]
Posted:byFred Carver
Sandy Stinson
Technology Snapshot & Benefits: Geothermal heating systems, also known as geo-exchange, ground source pumps, or earth-coupled pumps, take advantage of the earth's nearly constant temperature (45-75 degrees Fahrenheit, depending on latitude) to ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Sandy Stinson
The relationship of one component in your house hinges on the other components in the same system. The construction, the heating and cooling systems, the sun, the time of year, the behavior of the people living in each house all work together to create ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Sandy Stinson
More than 17 percent of the energy consumed in Canada is used to run our homes. Buying an energy-efficient home or making energy-saving renovations can offer big savings. A 10% CMHC mortgage loan insurance premium refund and extended amortization period ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Sandy Stinson
RE/MAX of Western Canada, in conjunction with RE/MAX Ontario-Atlantic and RE/MAX Quebec, issued the 2010 Housing Market Outlook Report, Thursday, December 03, 2009 via a national newswire service targeting all daily newspapers, radio and television stations. ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Sandy Stinson
When you think of Canada, which qualities come to mind? The world's peace-keeper, the friendly nation, a liberal counterweight to the harsher pieties of its southern neighbour, decent, civilised, fair, well-governed? Think again. This country's ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Fred Carver
Housing performance expected to accelerate in 2010, as economic stability returns to Canadian markets, says RE/MAX Fifteen markets to set new records for average price in 2009 In the midst of one of the most tumultuous economic periods in recent history, ...  [Read More]
Posted:byFred Carver
Fred Carver
Victoria-Oak Bay-Real Estate-South Oak Bay Real Estate Review South Oak Bay Real Estate Year in Review As 2009 draws to a close....... I thought I would review the Real Estate activities of Victoria's Mincipality of Oak Bay, an area know by the locals ...  [Read More]
Posted:byFred Carver
Sandy Stinson
I have just received my Eco Broker Designation for Real Estate and as I contemplate what that means and how to go about making use of it I must start with myself and my everyday habits. Some I am good with and some have been a dismal failure. For example ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Sandy Stinson
Today's green decision was the Christmas tree.Yes I know it is only the end of November but our town is decorating with 'experienced decorations' and I need to decorate my tree first to see what is left to donate. I looked to buy a live tree ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Sandy Stinson
In aspiring to have a zero carbon footprint my big ticket dilemma at the moment is my vehicle, I did have a Mini Cooper for 4 years but it was extremely difficult to get out of the back seat, almost impossible for most of us, and that is the worst thing ...  [Read More]
Posted:bySandy Stinson
Peter and Linda  Pfann
Cedar Hills, Saanich East - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 125-3969 Shelbourne St. on December 5 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byPeter and Linda Pfann
Fred Carver
Victoria's-Rockland-Fairfield Real Estate I thought I would share with you the Current Heart Beat of Victoria's-Rockland-Fairfield real estate market place. Today around the Victoria's-Rockland-Fairfield area of Victoria BC . This Morning I ...  [Read More]
Posted:byFred Carver
Ann Watley
If you've got a gardener on your gift list then you may want to attend the Sidney Dig This store's Open House this Friday, November 27th between 5-8pm. They will be serving refreshments, offering great in store specials and drawing for 2 gift certificates ...  [Read More]
Posted:byAnn Watley
Cheryl Woolley
In order to keep up-to-date of real estate trends in Greater Victoria below you will find listing and sale statistics for Saanich and Victoria. For all other areas (Western Communities, Pennisula, etc.) please do not hesitate to contact me at 250-477-7291. ...  [Read More]
Posted:byCheryl Woolley
Fred Carver
News..Victoria Real Estate industry welcomes a decision by the BC Provincial Government to increase the HST threshold for rebates on new homes to a maximum purchase price of $525,000 and a maximum rebate of $26,500. “This is certainly a ‘win’ ...  [Read More]
Posted:byFred Carver
Ann Watley
Saturday, November 28th, is a great day to get into the holiday mood for the fast approaching Christmas season. Participate in one or all of these great family Sidney events: 9-11am - Breakfast with Santa at the Shoal Centre, 10030 Resthaven Drive 5pm ...  [Read More]
Posted:byAnn Watley
Cheryl Woolley
Just finished hearing former US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice speak about economic renewal and outlook of US economy here at the National Association of Realtors Conference in San Diego. (She spent her birthday speaking to 5,000 realtors.) Interesting ...  [Read More]
Posted:byCheryl Woolley
Ann Watley
Bazan Bay, North Saanich - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 2000 Bazan Bay Road on November 21 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byAnn Watley
Ann Watley
Dean Park, North Saanich - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 8918 Forest Park Drive on November 21 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byAnn Watley
Fred Carver
Property sales throughout the Victoria area last month were at their highest level for the month of October since 1992.742 homes and other properties sold in October through the Victoria Real Estate Board’s MLS system,down slightly from the 776 sales ...  [Read More]
Posted:byFred Carver
Peter and Linda  Pfann
Rudd Park, Saanich West - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 5-3225 Eldon Pl on November 7 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byPeter and Linda Pfann
Peter and Linda  Pfann
Cedar Hills, Saanich East - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 125-3969 Shelbourne St. on November 7 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byPeter and Linda Pfann
Ann Watley
Come out and enjoy the treasures you'll find at the Mary Winspear Centre November 8th & 25th from 5 to 8pm.  [Read More]
Posted:byAnn Watley
Peter and Linda  Pfann
Rudd Park, Saanich West - We invite everyone to visit our open house at 5-3225 Eldon Pl on October 31 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Property information  [Read More]
Posted:byPeter and Linda Pfann

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