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Should You Buy a New Home or an Older One? If you're planning to buy a home, one of the biggest decisions you'll face is choosing between new construc…
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Appraisals
If you're thinking about living in Nanaimo, you're probably asking the same question most buyers ask: Is island life really as good as it looks on Soc…
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Buying
An appraisal determines the market value of a property using comparable sales and property data, often for lenders. A home inspection assesses the phy…
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Community
Discover the Vibrant Community Hub: The Nanaimo Rotary Bowl The Nanaimo Rotary Bowl, also known as the Rotary Bowl Stadium – a versatile and dyn…
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Exploring Vancouver Island University (VIU): A Beacon of Learning and Opportunity in Nanaimo Nestled in the picturesque hub city of Nanaimo, Van…
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Real Estate Investing
Historical Trends and Market Resilience When the market softens, Nanaimo tends to experience an increase in the time properties remain on the market r…
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Community
I recently volunteered with the Nanaimo Daybreak Rotary Club for their annual Earth Day garbage cleanup. It’s my second year attending this event, and…
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Market Update
MARCH HOUSING MARKET CALMER THAN EXPECTED Last month, the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 655 unit sales board-wide (all property…
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