Siting a New Home
Home siting is the process of determining how to place the house on a building lot for maximum livability. Siting is influenced mostly by the building footprint compared to available land. In the countryside, natural
Owner-Builder Advantages
You may have visited a new home while shopping for real estate. They are the benchmark for home buyers everywhere. House-hunters will visit a show home and then compare everything else they see to that
Condos Are Communities
One of the nice things about buying a condo is the sense of security in a collective. Neighbours usually have similar lifestyles and expectations for their home. There is a congruence of feeling and
Buy New or Resale?
Buying a home can be an exercise in priorities and value. Homebuyers are inundated with different comparable properties, each having it's own value proposition. One predominant factor that more people are looking at is
Modular homes
In the early 1900's, a small mail-ordered house was a practical alternative to a custom designed and site-built dwelling. Homeowners could order the entire structure, pre-cut and ready to assemble. A kit house saved
How to Pick the Right Neighbourhood
If you are looking for a great neighbourhood to live in – read on. Deciding on your dream home goes a lot further than just picking the perfect house. What about the neighbourhood surrounding it? […]
6 Things to Consider When Purchasing a Family Friendly Home
If you are considering purchasing a family home, we’re here to help. Purchasing property for you and your family is a bit different than when you are on your own. Although a single person may […]
Nanaimo Realestate; Mortgage Helpers: Popular But Require Planning
Secondary suites are very popular items in Nanaimo, and can be an excellent source of ongoing revenue, if done properly. Variously called mortgage helpers or in-law suites, these units are in essence self-contained apartments built […]
Nanaimo Realestate; Downsizing: The Upside & The Down
You’ll know when it’s time to downsize your property. You’ll have reached the point where the yard work is too much effort, or you’re an empty nester with rooms that are filled now with nothing […]
Housing Market Ends 2015 on a High Note
“NANAIMO, BC – Housing sales in the VIREB area decreased in December, reflecting seasonal market conditions, but annual sales volume rose 13 per cent over 2014. A total of 4,886 single-family homes sold on the […]