Overall, 2015 was a great year for real estate in Sooke. Sales were up markedly, and prices also increased across the region. I’ve compiled a few statistics, and also the top five most-and-least expensive single family homes in Sooke this year. Finally, I’ll talk about predictions for 2016. Read on…
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Real Estate Prices Victoria BC vs Sooke
I’ve been working with quite a few first-time buyers in Victoria lately. It’s become somewhat an exercise in frustration, as the homes that are available in their price ranges (typically under $400,000 without a rental suite/apartment, or under $500,000 with one) have been mostly disappointing, sometimes very much so. In one case, in a beatContinue reading “Real Estate Prices Victoria BC vs Sooke”
First Time Buyer Friday #6 – What Does My Money Get Me?
In my continuing series, First-Time-Buyer Fridays, I answer a common question from a first-time buyer. If you have a question to submit, first-time-buyer or experienced investor, put one in the comments below, or fire me an e-mail at Tim@TimAyres.ca. Q. I want to spend about $400,000 on my first home – what can I buyContinue reading “First Time Buyer Friday #6 – What Does My Money Get Me?”
Strata Mondays #2 – Which floor is worth more?
In my continuing series about strata property, Strata Mondays, I answer a different question about condos, townhouses and other strata property in Victoria, Sooke, and British Columbia. Make sure you subscribe via RSS or E-mail to get each new post! Q. I was looking at a new condominium project and I noticed that the sameContinue reading “Strata Mondays #2 – Which floor is worth more?”
First-Time-Buyer Friday #2 – Needs vs Wants
Q. There are lots of potential homes in my price range. How can I narrow down the field so I don’t waste time viewing homes I really have no interest in buying? A. Many first time buyers are hit with this problem. Often, because they’re just starting out and want to make sure they don’tContinue reading “First-Time-Buyer Friday #2 – Needs vs Wants”
It’s Official: October Sucked. Victoria BC MLS Real Estate Statistics October 2008
The stock markets crashed. Billions were pulled out of mutual funds. Banks were bailed out. We were all subjected to hearing Sarah Palin speak. And now this reminder of the worst month in history, ever ™. The monthly real estate statistics from the Victoria Real Estate Board were (mercifully) delayed by a few days dueContinue reading “It’s Official: October Sucked. Victoria BC MLS Real Estate Statistics October 2008”
Sooke RCMP Warn about Stolen Locksmithing Equipment
This is a little alarming! Apparently, a Price’s Alarm Service van was stolen in Victoria over the weekend of April 19th. The van was recovered in Metchosin today, but ALL THE SECURITY AND LOCKSMITHING EQUIPMENT WAS GONE. So, some crook or group of crooks is now in possession of a key-cutting machine, lock pin setsContinue reading “Sooke RCMP Warn about Stolen Locksmithing Equipment”
How to Sell Your Home in Black and White
Now here is somebody who tells it like it is This video is by Daniel Rothamel, a REALTOR® in Charlottesville, Virginia. If there is one thing that I am constantly trying to express to my clients when listing their properties, it’s to try and look at the place from a buyer’s standpoint. This is especiallyContinue reading “How to Sell Your Home in Black and White”
Record prices, Sales up from 2006 – Victoria MLS® Statistics November 2007
As expected, the surprisingly busy November numbers reflect a continued strong market. December 3, 2007 The Victoria area real estate market continued to show exceptional strength last month with strong sales and record average prices for single family homes and townhomes. There were 623 sales through the Victoria Real Estate Board’s Multiple Listing Service®Continue reading “Record prices, Sales up from 2006 – Victoria MLS® Statistics November 2007”
Home Prices Rise Modestly in Victoria, Vancouver: BCREA
News Release from the BC Real Estate Association: For immediate release Home Prices Rise Modestly in Vancouver and Victoria Vancouver, BC – November 21, 2007. British Columbia Real Estate Association (BCREA) reports residential sales volume on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) in BC climbed 23.5 per cent to $3.40 billion in October, compared to theContinue reading “Home Prices Rise Modestly in Victoria, Vancouver: BCREA”