Archive for September, 2008


Tue
30
Sep

Victoria BC Real Estate - Victoria’s Strong Continued Economic Growth

Victoria’s Strong Economic Outlook
We hear just about every day the negative Real Estate predictions by all sorts of experts. We have mentioned in many of our previous blogs that Victoria is the place to purchase real estate, either it is a small condominium or a large prestigious property.
Victoria has the lowest unemployment rate in Canada at [...]


Sat
27
Sep

Retiring In Victoria BC - What Type of Real Estate do I Buy?

Retiring in Victoria - Buying Retirement Properties
What should I consider as I plan my retirement? For active mature Canadians, retirement opens up a whole new world of opportunities and one of those opportunities is finding the perfect piece of real estate or retirement home, and the best place to do this has to be Victoria BC.
It’s [...]


Tue
23
Sep

Real Estate In Victoria BC - Mortgage Rates; Down or Up?

Mortgage Your Victoria Real Estate
What are the mortgage rates going to do in 2009? How will this effect the Victoria Real Estate Market. Our very fuzzy crystal ball tells us that the mortgage rates will hold steady for 2009.
What we base this on is the strong economy we still have and the low job less [...]


Mon
22
Sep

Real Estate in Victoria BC - Hot New Property for Sale in Victoria BC

We, the Properties in Victoria Professionalsâ„¢ team, are proud to announce another Hot New Property for Sale in Victoria BC.
Must see top floor corner unit, Bright 2 bed 1 1/2 bath unit with views mountain views and water glimpses. Great investment in this fully remediated complex conveniently close to amenities. In-suite laundry and master bedroom [...]


Fri
19
Sep

Victoria BC Real Estate - Buying Your First Investment Property

Why You Should Invest in Victoria Real Estate
How do I start being a landlord? Whether you have a small apartment in your basement or own a large high-rise, as a landlord you are subject to rules and regulations that define your responsibilities and what you can and cannot do.
Since each province and territory has its [...]


Mon
15
Sep

Real Estate In Victoria BC Canada - Home Owner Quiz

Victoria Real Estate Home Owner Quiz
What kind of homeowner are you? The following quiz is very interesting and can help you find out if you are ready to sell your Victoria real estate.
Take the quiz (it’s fun) and find out your personalized tips for preparing your home for sale.
1) After finishing your dinner do you:
a. Leave everything on the [...]


Fri
12
Sep

Real Estate Victoria BC - Hot New Property for Sale!!!

We, the Properties in Victoria Professionals, are proud to announce anothe Hot Property for Sale in Victoria BC.
Enjoy all the luxuries of this bright 2 bedroom 2 bathroom South West corner suite, in the environmentally conscious Dockside Green, including: Bamboo flooring, wood cabinetry, granite & marble countertops, pot lighting & exceptional appliances. This is a [...]


Fri
12
Sep

Real Estate In Victoria BC - Volume Down, Prices Holding

Victoria and British Columbia Real Estate Market
It is interesting to look at what the Real Estate market is doing in our beautiful province of BC. British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports residential sales dollar volume on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in BC declined 49 per cent to $2.2 billion in August, compared to [...]


Tue
9
Sep

Real Estate In Victoria, BC - Everyone is an Expert in a Downswing

Victoria Real Estate - Everyone is an Expert
As we have a correction in the Real Estate market it seems like everyone is an expert. The interesting part is that media is talking to everyone else except Real Estate Agents across the country. A recent article by Derrick Penner, Vancouver Sun (posted in Times Colonist) talks about [...]


Wed
3
Sep

Victoria BC Real Estate Stats - Local Stats For August 2008

Real Estate In Victoria BC - Monthly Update
Real Estate sales in the Greater Victoria area followed the expected trend and softened a bit last month as many people enjoyed vacation time with family and friends. The prices also moderated somewhat. There was a total of 517 homes and other properties sold in August through the Victoria Real Estate [...]