Archives 2021

Buying Property Without Seeing it in Person

Posted by Jack Barker

The past year has been difficult for many people, but restrictions on gathering in person have also given rise to technology we already had in place to be used differently.

Real estate agents and buyers alike have found that remote viewing is not only possible, but often more desirable for all parties involved.

The use of this technology means that the property can be staged at the seller’s convenience, and they don’t necessarily have to leave the property in order for remote viewings to take place. This also helps buyers who plan to move long distances make a purchase with no regrets.

Here are a few more reasons how and why you can buy a house without ever stepping foot in it.

Decrease in First-Time Buyers: March Updates

Posted by Jack Barker

Much like 2020, 2021 has represented a uniquely challenging and unpredictable time for all of us, and that’s reflected in the most recent news out of the BC Real Estate Market. Here are some market trend updates to know about.

Property Insurance and Covid-19: February Updates

Posted by Jack Barker

Property insurance is something every homeowner should have — but it’s also something that many homeowners remain in the dark or misinformed about, despite its vital importance in protecting and securing their home.

That’s why today, we’re going to look at what home insurance does exactly, as well as a little on how the Covid-19 crisis is affecting home insurance.

Sellers: Tips on Staging Your Home for Sale

Posted by Jack Barker

If you’re looking to sell your home there are two things you need to know: what does the market look like in my area, and what can I do to make my home as appealing as possible to prospective buyers.

That’s precisely what we’re going to be taking a look at in this post, with an overview of how the Victoria real estate market looks after December 2020, and some tips on how to stage your home to make it as appealing to buyers as possible!