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1813 Pastel Cres Bed: 4 Bath: 3 Price: $1,079,000 Unconditional

Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in a charming semi-rural neighborhood, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience. Just a short walk to your local pub, grocer, butcher, and café, you'll have everything you need within reach. This beautifully updated and meticulously maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home backs onto a stunning greenbelt, complete with a meandering creek. Enjoy ...

745 Front St Bed: 3 Bath: 1 Price: $699,000

Vic West development opportunity or project for the ambitious tradesperson! Excellent, gently sloping lot located on a quiet street in one of Victoria’s most desirable neighborhoods. Just steps to shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, the Galloping Goose and E&N trails, and the scenic Gorge Waterway. The existing 1911-character home offers three bedrooms and one bathroom and has vintage charm but requires si...

1670 Garnet Rd Bed: 6 Bath: 7 Price: $1,580,000 Unconditional

This beautifully maintained property offers exceptional flexibility and income potential, featuring four distinct suites. The bright and spacious upper level of the main home boasts 2 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, gorgeous oak floors, a walk-in closet in the primary bedroom, and a large, sun-drenched deck that leads to a private, expansive patio and backyard. The w...

344 Richmond Ave Bed: 4 Bath: 2 Price: $1,395,000 Unconditional

Beautiful 1912 Edwardian home, in one of Victoria's coveted neighborhoods! On a picturesque, tree-lined street, just a short stroll from the Gonzales waterfront and several beaches. This charming 4-bed, 2-bath home offers a perfect blend of historic character and modern comfort. The main level flows from the large bright entry into the open-concept living and dining areas to the bright, airy kitchen, 3-piece ...

3431 Kingburne Dr Bed: 4 Bath: 3 Price: $1,250,000 Sold

Beautiful custom-built cedar (lindal) home on a very private 3.63-acre parcel. 656K under assessed value!!!This gorgeous property is surrounded by forest and pasture and there's not a neighbor in sight. As you enter the great room you will be astounded by the floor to ceiling windows that bathe the space in natural light.Perfect for entertaining, the open concept living dining and brand-new custom kitchen,flo...

Consulting a REALTOR®

REALTORS® are members of The Canadian Real Estate Association who subscribe to a Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Practice. Members of the Victoria Real Estate Board are members of both the British Columbia and Canadian Real Estate Associations.

The following is a list of services you can expect to receive from a REALTOR® when you buy a home:
  • A REALTOR® will fully explain the details of your working relationship (called "agency") so that you are clear as to when a REALTOR® is working for you or for the seller.
  • A REALTOR® has access to hundreds of current listings of homes for sale because of a co- operative system called the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®).
  • A REALTOR® can provide you with a customized list of homes that best meet your needs -- size, style, features, location, proximity to schools, shopping, etc. - and then make arrangements for you to view those homes that appeal to you the most.
  • A REALTOR® will help you determine how big a home you can afford.
  • REALTORs® are familiar with the local lending market and can offer helpful advice.
  • A REALTOR® has no emotional ties to any type or style of home and can be objective in pointing out the merits of one home over another.
  • A REALTOR® will have information on zoning changes, taxes, utility costs and school and recreation services that could affect your decision to buy a home in a specific area.
  • A REALTOR® will assist you in negotiating the terms of your purchase, which can be a nerve- wracking process for someone who is not experienced in negotiating.
  • A REALTOR® will advise you of the legal process required in obtaining title and taking possession of your property; the costs associated with buying a home such as insurance, mortgage registration and legal fees will be explained in detail.

Source: Victoria Real Estate Board 2015

Selling Your Home - Why it Pays to Use a REALTOR®

Before selling your home, you will need a clear understanding of the legal issues and potential pitfalls. One wrong action could result in a lot of cost and frustration, which is why it is essential to have a REALTOR® working with you, as he or she will make the sale of your home a successful and satisfying experience.

Greater exposure

REALTORS® use the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) to give your home maximum exposure. MLS® is a computer-based system that relays valuable information about your home to hundreds of REALTORS® and potential homebuyers.

Setting a price

Setting a price for your home is an important but difficult process. Again, this is where the services of a REALTOR® prove invaluable. REALTORS® have the experience to help you understand how the market works and decide upon a realistic price that meets your goals. REALTORS® also pre-screen potential buyers to make sure only those who are serious and financially qualified view your home.

REALTORS® will also develop a marketing plan to help your property receive maximum exposure. This will likely include placing your home on the MLS® system and placing a "For Sale" sign on the front lawn. The plan will likely also include arranging open houses for other REALTORS® and potential buyers, and developing advertisements and feature sheets/mailers to market your home.

Once you have accepted an offer to buy your home, your REALTOR® will help ensure that all the proper paperwork is completed. He or she will also make sure that both parties meet the necessary conditions outlined in the agreement.

Why working with a REALTOR® makes sense

When you work with a REALTOR® you will likely get a better price for your home than if you try to sell it yourself. Apart from the financial benefits, however, there is an extra measure of comfort and security that comes from having a REALTOR® on your side. Remember that REALTORS® are governed by a code of ethics and standards of business practice. They have also been trained and licensed under the provincial Real Estate Services Act to assist in transactions involving real property. When it comes to buying or selling property, using a REALTOR® just makes sense.


Source: Victoria Real Estate Board 2015

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