LOTS & ACRES, WATERFRONT, INVESTMENT, COMMERCIAL, & INDUSTRIAL
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Executive Rancher
Just Move In
Beautiful, bright, quality & value describe this executive rancher. Home features graceful tiled and skylit entrance. Oversized livingroom with gas fireplace. Great open layout with everything open to kitchen, the real heart of this home. Fresh paint and newer flooring throughout. So impressive. Office/den in open L-cove. Comfortable familyroom with sliders to beautifully landscaped and fenced yard. Main bathroom offers Jacuzzi tub. 3 bedrooms all generously sized. Master with 3pc ensuite and access to hot tub & private backyard. Separate laundryroom to large double garage with workshop area. Loads of parking. In family neighbourhood. This home will captivate you. Get your clients through this gem, you will be glad you did!
Sparkling & extensively updated 3 BR, 2 BA classic style rancher on sunny, s-facing, landscaped .22 ac. Bright, entertainment size LR & in-line DR. Beautiful gourmet kitchen features new cabinets, counters, backsplash & sink. Sliding doors to sundeck and private BBQ area. MBR has updated 3 pce. ensuite w/ step in shower. 2 more BRs & laundry / storage. Single garage + RV pkg. Recent updates including bathrooms, kitchen, flooring including ceramic tile, gleaming laminate & new carpet in BRs. Freshly painted, new light fixtures & interior doors & HW tank. Nothing to do but move in. Mostly full height crawl space. Large, private, back yard w/ mature landscaping. One level living at its best - a must see! $364,900.
One Level Rancher
2006 Built You are sure to be impressed by this 2006 built 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom plus den “Maplewood” style home. Some of the many upgrades include wood entry door, a mixture of wood & tile flooring through the main level and upgraded kitchen with tiled backsplash and crown moulding. Beautiful decorative colours. Upstairs you will find the bonus loft/study area and the luxurious master suite with vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet and five piece ensuite. Fabulous double garage with workshop area. Located on a large lot with a level fenced backyard. Great location with terrific neighbours, who could want more? Call today you will be impressed. $439,900.
Why Pay Pad Rent?
Fabulous 1992 one level rancher in the popular Broomhill area of Sooke. This 1773 sq.ft. home features new paint and flooring throughout, 3 or 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Large sunken livingroom with bay window, step up formal dining room. Spacious master bedroom with 3 pc ensuite. Bright eat in kitchen with new counters and french door out to covered patio. Huge family room with storage area and separate entrance (perfect for home based business). Landscaped property is large flat partially fenced yard (.22 acre), oversized 16x10 garden shed, palm tree and plenty of room for a pool or hot tub, that perfect entertaining yard! Minutes to town, bus route and all amenities. This is a must see!!
Just Move In...
Classic Turn of the Century Home
West Coast Contemporary
Rarely do we see such character homes in Sooke. Moved from Victoria in 1992 to Sooke & installed on full basement. Home features those fabulous Victorian 10 foot high ceilings. Hardwood floors, some painted. Separate living room w/ bay window and gas fireplace. Oversized dining room offers huge options. Wainscotting. Bright open kitchen with eating bar and access to sun room. Sunny south facing fenced yard perfect for the kids and pets. Clawfoot in main bath. Newly tiled and painted full bath down. Master bedroom w/ dble closet is peaceful. Open area down makes for great family room or den. Huge storage room. Approximately 2000 sq.ft. of comfortable living. Located in popular Saseenos 15 minutes to Langford. $329,900.
Fabulous West Coast contemporary style home. Features 3 bedrooms 2 baths. Large and inviting entrance. Sunken living room with high efficiency wood insert. Loft makes for great den/office. Cathedral ceiling, Inline formal diningroom. Bright kitchen with sliders to covered deck. Bedrooms all boast new carpets and fresh paint. Master bedroom with ensuite. Attached single garage and workshop area. Fully fenced rear yard for children or pets. Established gardens, play structure for kids. Panel of fenced removes for RV parking. Great location and neighbourhood. On city and school bus rotues. Terrific value at $339,900. Loads of character here.
Tammi Dimock
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WONDERFUL WOODSIDE ESTATES - $184,300 Sparkling, spacious 3BR, 2BA, 1375sf, dbl-wide manufactured home. Entertainment size LR. DR will easily accommodate large family dinners. Bright skylit kitchen w/bleached oak cabinets, brkfst bar & all appliances. Oversize laundry room w/wash tub. #13 - 7109 West Coast Road Skylit main 4pce BA. 2nd BR w/custom wall bed. MBR has w/i closet & 4pce dual entry ensuite. Front porch & covered back porch w/lux 6person hot tub & private patio. Garden shed + wired workshop. Carport, interlocking brick driveway. Close to public transit, shops & marina. MLS #289691. Photos: www.johnvernon.com
James Gardiner 250-888-6743 Sutton Group West Coast Realty 250-479-3333
Sunriver Estates!
250-642-6361 tdimock@shaw.ca 10-42
NEW LISTING
Fabulous family home with terrific curb appeal, gorgeous views of Sooke Basin from major rooms on both floors, 700+ sf of wraparound deck accessed from main floor, and yard space galore! 3BR plus den, 3 bathrooms and inlaw suite potential! Features: skylights, gleaming hardwood floors, cozy woodstove in living room, country kitchen New ML 289423 $569,000 with breakfast nook, French doors to dining room, luxury ensuite with shower & soaker tub, double garage, RV parking, 220 sq.ft. dry storage area, back-up generator hook-up, partial basement has development potential. Bonus greenhouse and gazebo. School bus right across the street. Just 25 minutes to central Langford. Priced to move at $569,000 MLS# 289423
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A MAGNIFICENT 35.62ac COUNTRY ESTATE OTTER POINT FARM $1,699,900 The quintessential country estate! Otter Point Farm is a story-book like setting of 35.62 verdant acres of working Llama & Alpaca farm bordered by King Creek & 4164/4188 Otter Point Road just 8min from Sooke Centre. Completely fenced & gated, well drained, lush pasture lands organized into 9 large & 4 small paddocks, all with water & access via aisle way. 7160sf gambrel roof barn w/3580sf hayloft & 4458sf pitched roof barn w/1560sf loft. Upscale 2002, 3BR, 2BA, 2086sf w/hardwood floors, vaulted ceiling & unfin bsmt, a lovely 4BR, 2BA, 3085sf home w/sep studio & 1BR, 575sf guest cottage w/ hot tub. Truly a gem for farmer/rancher. MLS#285436. Photos: www.johnvernon.com 10-42
John Vernon RE/MAX Camosun 250-642-5050
JUST LISTED PRIME OFFICE/WAREHOUSE $1,750,000 Very rare, prime, high-visibility corner office/warehouse commercial site assembled with approvals in place. Just 2 blocks from “Uptown” Shopping Center. Ideal build to suite with 18,737 square feet of total floor area (12,579 sq ft of office + 6,158 sq ft of warehouse), 46 parking stalls (39 secured underground + 7 at entrance) plus 2 loading bays. Designed to a Leed Gold Standard. This building could also be redesigned for alternate use ie: medical offices. Currently there are older homes on the site all rented bringing in approximately $5500 per month. MLS 288782
The best value for your $ In Sunriver Estates! You will just love open layout of the Stonewood Plan. Perfect for entertaining friends and family. The spacious tiled entry leads to the main floor boasting 9 ft. ceilings, crown moulding & wood floors throughout. The formal dining room features French doors opening onto the private & sunny courtyard, ideal for summer gatherings. Oversized LR with gas fireplace. Maple shaker style kitchen with nook and island. Huge master suite w/ walk-in closet and fabulous ensuite. 2 bedrooms share Jack/Jill bathroom. Bsmt features 1 BR in-law suite; easily converted to rec room if suite not needed. Dble garage w/loads of parking. Private and low maintenance yard backs onto Demamiel Creek. Very motivated seller.
P.R.E.C.
Royal Lepage Coast Capital Realty
250-642-5050 *VREB MLS
You will love the space of this 2003 built, 2 level family home. Features tiled entrance. Open living room with fireplace and vaulted ceiling. Bright kitchen with island and in-line formal dining. Slider to sunny deck and fenced back yard. Wood laminate floor throughout main. Master bedroom boasts walk-in closet and full ensuite. 3 other bedrooms plus den / studio. Large family room with so many options. Separate laundry room. Easily suited for the extended family or just perfect for the large and growing family. Double garage with workshop area and mandoor. Terrific location short walk to play park, bus route and town center. This home shows beautifully and awaits its new owners. Priced at $429,900.
Waterfront Strata Park. Own your own land here (no pad rental). This 3 BR doublewide makes this a great opportunity to get in the market. Payments less than rent. The home itself has been beautifully maintained. Newer carpets & fresh paint. Large kitchen with attached formal dining. Oversized livingroom great for entertaining. 3 bedrooms, one which could be used as den or family room. Huge storage closet. Office or hobby rm off master bedroom. Nicely landscaped and loads of parking. What a great lifestyle option. New price $239,900. Call today!!
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STUNNING OCEAN & OLYMPIC MOUNTAIN VIEW BEAUTIFUL 11.36AC COUNTRY ESTATE $344,900 LOT 2, SEASIDE DRIVE Sunny, s-facing 11.36ac country estate. Breathtaking views over Juan de Fuca Strait to Olympic Mtns. Good gated driveway, hydro in & several bldg sites incl prime elevated ocean & mtn view site. Current Rural A zoning permits 4 dwelling units on the property. Steps to very private Flea Beach & mins walk to renowned French Beach. Beachcombing, whale watching, kayaking, surfing & world class fishing at your door. Nature abounds, yet you are only 20mins to Sooke Centre & 1hr to downtown Victoria. MLS 283937 Photos: www.johnvernon.com
Stylish Family Home 2-4 at. W. n S Rd. e p t st O ran Fir 47 G 8 6
$439,000
This is a quality built (2008) 5 BR / 3 bath home of over 2800 sq.ft. with potential full height 2 BR suite with its own entrance. Open concept with 9’ ceilings & wood floors the living room has a cosy gas firepalce & access to balcony. Kitchen has breakfast bar, there’s an office, large family room, laundry room & double garage! New MLS. 10-42
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March 10 -16, 2011
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New ML 289069
New ML 289497
New ML 287615
$399,900
Easy Build North Saanich Lot Lovely new 1/2 acre lot in exceptional area of North Saanich near schools, parks, corner store & more. The lot has lovely shade trees, is level and easy to build on. Water, hydro and utilities are available at the lot line. Perc tested and approved for septic field. Located on Wain Road just west of Derrick Road. Head north on West Saanich Road and turn west down Wain, go past Derrick Road and look right for sign and 2 driveway entrances. Pull into second driveway entrance and you are at Lot B. Full details and plot plan at www.paulholland.ca $399,900 Price includes HST.
Chris & Darlene Hobbs Sotheby’s International Realty Canada 250-537-1778
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Shane King 250-661-4277 RE/MAX Camosun 250-744-3301
Unparalleled, s-facing 1.02ac oceanfront estate w/180º views over Juan de Fuca Strait to Olympic Mtns & 124’ of ruggedly beautiful shoreline. Driveway to prepared gently sloping bldg site. Drilled well & common sewage disposal are in. UG hydro, phone, internet & cable at lot. Sheringham Point a painstakingly executed gated enclave of 15 oceanfront & 2 upland acreages in LOT 14, LIGHTHOUSE POINT RD. pristine natural environment. 20min to Sooke & 60min to Victoria. Rural A zoning permits a guest cottage + a primary single family hone. Price + HST. Lot financing available at Coast Capital Savings Credit Union with 25% down. MLS287653. Photos: www.johnvernon.com
AN EXECUTIVE LAKEFRONT ESTATE WHISTLER ON THE WEST COAST - $639,900
ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED OCEANFRONT ESTATE $1,249,000 Stunning 2007 architecturally designed & beautifully built 4BR+den, 4BA, 3661sf (+1927sf nearly fin lower lvl) exec home on private, sunny, s-facing 2.52ac oceanfront lot. Rich solid fir, slate & tile floors, 9’ & vaulted ceilings & wainscoting. Granite island kitchen. DR w/cozy woodstove. LR w/dbl sided stone FP. Family room w/built-in plasma TV. MBR has walk-in closet & opu10425 WEST COAST ROAD lent ensuite w/6’ glass & tile shower. Sound, security, auto blinds, heat pump & radiant in-floor heat, slate deck & dbl garage. MLS286480. Photos: www.johnvernon.com
COMPLIMENTARY EVALUATION CERTIFICATE If you are considering selling, it is imperative in today's changing real estate market that you have accurate and up to date information about the value of your home. Call John NOW for your FREE, no-obligation, market evaluation. John guarantees thorough, courteous, professional service and proven results - ALWAYS! 10-43
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OPEN HOUSE Sat & Sun 12-3 851 Verdier Avenue Come to beautiful, sheltered Saanich Inlet for the year round moorage, and treat yourself to the unique and luxurious oceanfront condominium residences overlooking your boat. Each premium west facing 1,900 sq.ft. Villa has access to moorage for your boat and a private garage for your car. Luxurious contemporary, two bedroom + den, & 3 designer baths home. The gorgeous Brentwood Bay Lodge and Spa is right next door. Come visit Saturday & Sunday or call for a private viewing. MLS 287938. 10-43
SCOTT PIERCY JAMES LEBLANC
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Great building opportunity in Magic Lake Estates. The property is approximately .44 of an acre with water and sewer to the lot line. The lot is relatively level and should be an easy build, and affords a good deal of privacy. Within easy walking distance to Thieves Bay Marina and great whale watching. Priced to sell. www.penderislandrealty.com
Bob Read Pender Island Realty 1-888-629-3383
New ML 289062
Stunning, 2006, 4BR, 4BA, 2651sf exec home w/ generous use of natural materials & on sunny, mostly natural, part landscaped 1.01ac fronting Kemp Lake. Hard peeled log posts, slate & maple floors, 17’ vaulted ceilings w/ walls of windows. Granite kitchen w/ maple cabinets & cork floor. Open living & dining area w/ woodstove & French doors to wrap-around lake view deck. MBR has 7850D DAVIDSON ROAD w/i closet, 5pce ensuite w/heated tile floors, his&her sinks, sit-down shower, jet tub & patio doors to deck. Lofted office/den, family & games rooms too. Garage, RV pkg, rockwork, lush lawn & path to dock & sparkling waters. NEW MLS #286172. Photos: www.johnvernon.com
Absolutely Exceptional Both Inside & Out Starting at $899,000
$874,900
This custom built home sits on almost 1 acre of lakefront on Shawnigan Lake. Enjoy swimming, fishing, boating and more right on your door step!
S. Fedosenko D. Unger D. Leimanis A. Leimanis Pemberton Holmes Cloverdale 250-384-8124
VICTORIA
JOHN VERNON
$375,000
New ML 288967
Building Lot New ML 289698
FULLY FURNISHED WATERFRONT CONDO **** SHAWNIGAN BEACH RESORT **** The Shawnigan Beach Resort is located on 6+ acres of spectacular waterfront only 40 minutes north of Victoria. This spacious ground floor unit is situated at the private end of the complex and offers a large double patio overlooking the water. Inside the master bedroom and living rooms both share spectacular views of the lake. There is even an office area (currently used as a second bunk room) perfect for the kids of visiting guests. This unit comes with a gas fireplace and also has in-suite laundry. The SBR offers an indoor pool, tennis court, boat ramp and moorage, children’s play area, golf course, onsite caretaker and a beautiful sandy beach. All furniture and kitchen items are included.
Lake Front Home With Private Dock On West Shawnigan Lake $874,900
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New ML 289659
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$845,000
STORYBOOK COTTAGE BY THE SEA This quintessential Salt Spring residence offers beautiful ocean views on a picturesque 4.6 acres. 4BRs, wood floors, FP, stone details and a coastal interior design that just feels right! sothebysrealty.ca
$84,900
SEASIDE ESCAPE Currents Resort on pristine Pender Island. Enjoy all the benefits of a recreation getaway without the hassle of maintenance and upkeep. This cozy 2 BR cottage is walking distance to the ferry terminal, Marina and Golf Course. Watch the boating activity from your deck as you relax for 1 wk per month and 2 consecutive weeks in the summer. Resort features 2 pools, and acres of common area. www.penderislandrealty.com
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$179,000
STARTER HOME 2 bedroom single wide mobile home nicely updated with laminate floors and a large deck. The eating area in the kitchen feature a large bay window. Many windows throughout the living area. The 0.45 acre south facing, mostly level lot is cleared around the home but left nicely treed at the back. Enjoy outdoor living on the 300 sq.ft. sunny deck. Located near the Driftwood Centre. www.penderislandrealty.com
Anna Law Pender Island Realty Ltd. 1-888-629-3383
$785,000
SOUTH FACING OCEANFRONT PARADISE! Immaculate 3 BR 2 BA waterfront property - views to Vancouver Island. Vaulted ceilings - profusion of windows takes full advantage of sea, sun & Orca whales. Metal roof-two car garage. Prime location - municipal water-sewer + hi-speed internet. www.propertyonpender.com
Howard Sanders Dockside Realty Ltd. 1-866-629-3166
New ML 289573
New ML 289472
$699,000
RARE OPPORTUNITY Solidly built and lovingly maintained oceanfront home offering an open plan with stunning SW ocean views from the principal rooms; there are 3 BRs, 2 baths, a hobby room and more storage than you can believe. There is easy access down a winding driveway through the low maintenance yard, outbuildings which include a great workshop with its own power and water, carport, wood shed and a greenhouse. www.penderislandrealty.com
Bob Read David Sherman Pender Island Realty Ltd. 250-629-3383
New ML 289396
$690,000
RURAL RETREAT This is a fabulous small acreage nestled in the Port Washington and Hope Bay corridor. A long winding driveway ushers you through the tall trees opening up to a large meadow arriving at the architecturally pleasing West Coast home with a triple carport and shop. Pleasant pastoral views, mature fruit trees and a fish pond. Master suite on the main floor and 2 more bedrooms up. Kitchen has a large island showered in light from the skylight in the vaulted ceiling. www.penderislandrealty.com
Bob Read David Sherman Pender Island Realty 1-888-629-3383
Great Location Level Easy Build Sunny SW facing building lot ideally located near Tennis Court - walking distance to Thieves Bay Marina + Medicine Beach Market + backs onto park. In popular Magic Lake Estates which has numerous beach accesses hiking trails - parks + swimming hole! www.propertyonpender.com
Sherrie Boyte Dockside Realty Ltd. 1-866-629-3166
New ML 289189
$399,000
OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-4 2255 MCINTOSH RD SHAWNIGAN BEACH ESTATES Very nice family home located in the Shawnigan Beach Estates. This 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home rests on a level lot (almost 1/4 acre) and backs onto a treed private green space. The main floor offers formal dining and living rooms as well as a family room off the kitchen and a 4th bedroom or office? The master bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite is located upstairs along with two other generously sized bedrooms. Many recent upgrades including a newer roof, cedar deck, laminate and tile flooring and paint throughout. Even a 2 car garage for your toys. Excellent value for this wonderfully kept family home. This is a court ordered sale and very easy to show.
Shane King 250-661-4277 RE/MAX Camosun 250-744-3301 ★
Lovely 3 BR Home New ML 289194
$499,900
Situated on almost half an acre sits this lovely 3 bedroom home. At the front of the home is a large covered veranda for your ultimate enjoyment. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the home. Feature wood fireplace in the entertainment size living room. Spacious dining room with French doors leading out to the back patio with a beautiful courtyard that offers a waterfall and pond, this area is great for entertaining. Cherry cabinets with soft closing drawers, eating bar in the kitchen with travertine floors. Generous size master suite with his & her closets, spa like ensuite with porcelain floors, custom separate shower, soaker tub and granite counters. Glass door that leads out to the back patio. Two more good size bedrooms and a 4 piece main bathroom with granite counter. There is a crawl space. Laundry / mud room off the two car garage. On the side of the home is RV parking and it goes all the way back to a fantastic 60x30 workshop with its own 100 amp power. Attached is a covered carport. In ground sprinklers and a wood shed.
Shirley Zailo RE/MAX Camosun Westshore 250-478-9600
UP ISLAND / INVESTMENT, COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL
Real Estate Victoria
March 10 -16, 2011
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Creating Curb Appeal Can Help Sell Your Home What's curb appeal? It's that certain something about your home that catches the eye of the passerby and makes them want to take a closer look. If you're selling your home, curb appeal can quickly draw prospective buyers in for the first time. Without it, buyers may pass up on the chance to see inside and will miss what might have been the perfect home for them.
BRAND NEW COMMERCIAL CENTER Phase 3 is now under construction at the Malahat Industrial Center with both phase 1 and phase 2 fully leased. If you are tired of paying expensive lease rates in rundown building, put this exciting new 10.7 acre development on your list of places to see. The units will be ready for occupation in the end of March at $1500.00 gross per month, plus triple net. Unit sq ft does not include mezzanine area which can bring units up to approx 2200 sq ft. All units have 200 amp services, upgrades for large service available, 1” waterline, plus a bathroom roughed in. Property is zoned I1A which is very flexible and offers a variety of uses. Vacant land leases are also available for this very conveniently located site, just 10 minutes to Langford. MLS 287582
Your REALTOR® can give you numerous tips and suggestions to help you make that first impression really count. Here are a few ideas. Keep your lawns neatly trimmed and edged. Trim trees and shrubbery to get rid of overhanging branches that might obscure a potentially good view of your home, or pathway leading to the front door. Turn over the soil in your flowerbeds. If there's little color in your front garden, make a splash with a display of inexpensive annuals, flower boxes and wooden tubs. Clay and plastic posts can also be filled with flowers and small shrubs and displayed in the yard or by the front entrance to give the feel of a warm welcome. Birdhouses and feeders, dried flower wreaths and hanging baskets on the front porch can give your home countryside curb appeal. Keep your porch, driveway and front yard clutter free. Remove garbage bins as soon as possible after pick-up, and avoid any build-up of junk mail.
David Scotney Pemberton Holmes 250-384-8124
Repair or replace broken steps or walkways. You might be used to the uneven paving or rickety stairs outside your home, but they could be hazardous to visitors, as well as unsightly. Your home's roof, chimney and exterior should look sound and well-cared for. Freshly painted woodwork is often well worth the time and money invested in it.
A good spruce-up can make a big difference If painting is unnecessary, your home will still benefit from a good spruce-up. Wash down window frames and clean your windows to make them sparkle. Scrub the front door and polish the house numbers, letterbox, doorknob and knocker. Open blinds, curtains or shutters to give your home an inviting, welcoming look. These are just a sample of some of the ways you can create curb appeal. Your REALTOR® can give you many other, customized tips to make the most of your home's unique charm. In addition, your REALTOR® can offer an objective view of any repairs and improvements that might be necessary to enhance the likelihood of selling your home. Creating curb appeal may just be the feature that sets your home apart from the rest. This article is provided by the Victoria Real Estate Board.
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Real Estate Victoria
Claire Yoo Century 21 Queenswood Realty 250-477-1100 claireyoo@shaw.ca WELL LOCATED BUILDING IN DOWNTOWN $1,399,000 INVESTMENT PROPERTY (grocery store + restaurants) in Sidney $1,500,000. WELLBEING STORE/HEALTH SUPPLEMENT STORE $49,000 Located in a University Heights Mall and easy to run.
Why Use a REALTOR?
BAGEL CAFE IN DOWNTOWN $199,000 Well established business. Open M-Sat 8-5. Sun closed. Easy to run.
Buying, selling or leasing a home or other property is likely to be one of the most important financial decisions you will make. That's why it makes sense to have a trained, knowledgeable professional
SALAD BAR IN DOWNTOWN $388,000 No chef needed. Easy to run and excellent income.
on your side who can give you expert guidance throughout the real estate transaction. The value a REALTOR brings to your next real estate transaction cannot be underestimated. In
2 RESTAURANTS IN DOWNTOWN $115,000 & $135,000 Good location and nice ambiance.
addition to access to the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) that ensures properties for sale or lease receive the widest exposure possible, REALTORS can help take the stress out of buying, selling or leasing. This means you have more time to devote to other important matters. REALTORS are
MOTEL ON GORGE ROAD $2,599,000 45/47 unit motel in excellent condition and good income. A corner lot with great development potential.
skilled negotiators who can qualify potential buyers and draw up enforceable contracts. Your REALTOR knows your neighbourhood -- REALTORS assess market conditions and property values daily and have access to detailed market resources. Your REALTOR also has been educated on the complex laws and regulations affecting real estate and can give you valuable advice to help
CONVENIENCE STORE IN DOWNTOWN $79,000
ensure your interests are protected.
MONEY MAKING TO GO BUSINESS in Shawnigan Lake $65,000
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GROCERY/ DOLLAR MART IN ESQUIMALT $49,000 for a quick sale. 10-48
Helpful HINTS on Buying a Home Buying a home is likely one of the biggest investments you will ever make.
You will need to make a number of decisions about this purchase that should be based on the best information available. The best advice you can obtain on buying a home will come from a real estate professional -- a REALTOR®. REALTORS® are members of The Canadian Real Estate Association who subscribe to a strict Code of Ethics and high 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 your needs -- size, style, features, location, proximity to schools, hospital and shopping, etc. – and then make arrangements for you to view those homes that appeal the most. • A REALTOR® will help you determine how big a home you can afford. Assessing the many financial alternatives is an important consideration when buying a home. 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, 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. Presenting offers and handling counter offers can be a nerve-wracking process for someone who is not experienced in the art of negotiating. • Finally, 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. A REALTOR® 's knowledge and skill can help in many ways to make the experience of buying a home a pleasant and rewarding one for you and your family.
Visit us online at www.revweekly.com to access the current issue + our open houses * This article was provided by the Victoria Real Estate Board