Nanaimo & Central Vancouver Island Real Estate News & Tips

Understanding Home Pricing – Why Overpricing Can Cost You

Posted on Jul 07, 2025


When it comes time to sell your home, it's only natural to want top dollar. Your home is filled with memories, hard work, and pride. So it's easy to think it's worth more than what the market might suggest. But overpricing your home can actually cost you more in the long run. 

The Danger of Overpricing

Overpricing often leads to a home sitting on the...

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Eco-Friendly Upgrades That Add Value to Your Home

Posted on Jun 19, 2025

Living and working on Vancouver Island, I’ve seen firsthand how important sustainability is to homeowners here. Whether you're preparing to sell your home or simply want to reduce your environmental impact, eco-friendly upgrades are more than just a trend—they’re a smart investment. Not only do they help protect the environment, but they can also a...

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    5 Best Summer Activities in Nanaimo, BC

Posted on Jun 02, 2025

As Nanaimo's real estate market heats up, so does the city's summer activity calendar. Whether you're exploring the city as a newcomer or highlighting Nanaimo’s lifestyle to potential homebuyers, here are five diverse summer activities that showcase what makes this Vancouver Island gem so livable and vibrant.

1. 🥾 Hike to the Summit of Mount Benson

A...

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Efficient Spring Cleaning Tips for Your Home

Posted on Apr 08, 2024

As the weather warms up, it's time to tackle spring cleaning and get your home in top shape! This is also very useful if you are thinking of listing your home during the upcoming months. A good spring cleaning not only improves the visual appeal of your home, it also helps you enjoy your home more while you are living in it... which is a positive t...

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Choosing a REALTOR® Who Genuinely Cares

Posted on Mar 20, 2024

The spring real estate market is starting to show signs of arriving here in my home of Nanaimo, British Columbia.

I wanted to take some to to write about the importance of choosing to work with a realtor who genuinely cares about their clients.
This is paramount in my personal opinion.

Amidst the sea of options, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, but by p...

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Navigating the Emotional Journey of Downsizing: 5 Compassionate Tips for Finding Your Next Home

Posted on Mar 04, 2024

Are you considering downsizing from your current home? The decision to transition to a smaller space can be both exciting and emotionally challenging, especially if you’ve built cherished memories in your current abode. 

As someone who values the emotional well-being of my clients and understands the significance of this transition, I’m here to offer...

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