Found 13 blog entries tagged as Real Estate.

Whether you are selling in a buyer's market, or a seller's market, the reality is you still want to make the most of your hard earned investment. Just like you, buyers also want to know that they are getting the best value for their dollar.  What can you do to put your best foot forward?

  1. Curb Appeal.  First impressions are lasting impressions, and you may only have a few moments to capture the buyer's interest.  Mow the lawn, weed the garden, clean up debris and garbage, prune bushes and spray clean driveways and sidewalks.
  2. Clean the exterior of the home.  Dirt, moss and other buildups can give the impression that that house is not well maintained.  If you go to a car lot, you expect to drive a clean car even if it is gently used. A house is…

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Effective March 15, 2018, the BC Superintendent of Real Estate will be taking away your right to choose your own representation. So how does this impact you, the consumer?   

Mr. Michael Noseworthy, the Superintendent of Real Estate has given directions to the Real Estate Council of B.C. [RECBC] to implement changes that are supposedly for the protection of buyers and sellers. These changes are to be effective on March 15th, 2018.

However, one of the major concerns to realtors is the new rule with respect to what is called "double recusal". Recuse means "to remove oneself from participation to avoid a conflict of interest." Here is an example of how "double recusal" could apply if you are going to sell your house.

You, the sellers have decided on…

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(Kayaking in Comox Valley, photo c/o ComoxValleyKayaks.com)

 We’re in the business of selling the beautiful Comox Valley.

Of course, this is usually in the form of real estate (check out our latest residential and commercial listings here), but that picture wouldn’t be complete without sharing some of what makes the Comox Valley a truly exceptional place to call home, including stunning natural surroundings and things to do aplenty.

A vibrant seaside region on the eastern coast of Vancouver Island, Comox Valley might be one of the Island’s best-kept secrets. Surrounded by natural beauty, living here means you’re perfectly positioned for a fantastic range of outdoor recreational activities all year long.

Today, we’re sharing with you just a few…

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