Buy New or Resale?
Buying a home can be an exercise in priorities and value. Homebuyers are inundated with different comparable properties, each having it's own value proposition. One predominant factor that more people are looking at is return
Down Payment Options
This is a question first-time buyers ask themselves when they find the perfect starter home. It's in the right neighbourhood, at the right price, and it shows pride of ownership. All the things a
Selling your home? Read this first.
Selling your home can be stressful. Some questions you likely have are, what is the best price to sell my home for? Where do I find a buyer? What facts do I need to disclose
A Brief History of Victoria GalleryA Brief History of Victoria
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A Brief History of Victoria
Over at Pemberton Holmes, we love Victoria. Known not only for it's beauty, year-round indoor and outdoor activities, and some of the worlds friendliest people - we also have a storied history. Read on to
Why Home Insurance Is Not Only A Good Idea, It’s Extremely Important
When buying a home these days, it’s almost automatic that most people will go ahead and factor in buying home insurance as well. Most people in Victoria and the rest of Vancouver Island know they
Should You Be Buying a Home with a Real Estate Agent?
Like a lot of things in life, it’s usually best to leave it to the experts. Buying a home is no exception. Some people may think looking for a home without hiring a real estate
Can Millennials Afford to Buy a Home?
In BC, and more specifically in cities like Vancouver and here in Victoria, home affordability can be pretty pricey. If you’re a millennial with a budding career and make a decent income, buying a home
5 Ways to Turn Your Garage Into a Selling Point
What’s the first thing you think of when we say “garage?” Do cars come to mind, or how about clutter? For most of us, our garages don’t do much more than serve as storage, but
How to Spend Your Tax Refund
Hopefully, you filed your tax return on time (it was due April 30th) and you’re now expecting a refund in the mail. According to Canada Revenue Agency, most Canadians are entitled to one, with an
Fix it Up or Buy Fully Renovated?
People often wonder whether it’s better to move into a recently renovated home or to invest in a place with potential and fix it up? This kind of project can be incredibly rewarding and