If you are commuting from Westshore to Victoria in the morning and evening and you are in major traffic and hardly moving – do you think we have a transportation plan? The Capital Regional District in 2005 developed a “Long Term Transportation Strategy”...
I have been involved in the Residential, Construction, Marketing and Sales in the Victoria area for over 33 years. I have never seen a fragmented and diversified market as we are experiencing in the current market...
Are you contemplating hardwood floors, a new kitchen or energy efficient solutions for your existing or new home? Are you wondering how to pay for this renovation project? Take a look at these affordable financing solutions to renovate the home of your dreams!...
Every week on the radio or in the newspaper, I hear our elected officials comment about the need for affordable housing in Greater Victoria. I consider that many comments regarding affordable housing does not explain clearly the definition of affordable housing...
If you are contemplating home upgrades this year, don't miss out on the many government and utility rebates available to you. Insulate for a Livesmart BC Rebate: New this month from LiveSmart BC is an insulation and air sealing rebate program providing up to $1200 for wall insulation, $1000 for basement or crawlspace insulation...
Will you require an Environmental Assessment? Work Safe BC and many municipalities in the region are requiring Environmental Assessments to be completed before issuing you a Building Permit. Emphasis is on awareness about asbestos, health and safety hazards but also includes all hazardous materials in the home...
In 2011, the Provincial Government enacted significant changes to the Strata Property Act and in particular the Depreciation Report. In other provinces they are Capital Reserve Funds. After the announcement, the Strata Condominium Owner Association of BC held a number of public information meetings for Strata Owners...
