• In the Loop: February 2025 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: February 2025 Market Statistics

    Uncertainty surrounding tariffs holding back buyers The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 493 unit sales (all propertytypes) in February 2025, the same as one year ago. Year-over-year active listings (all property types) rose by three per cent, climbing to 3,235 from 3,153 in February 2024. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront),…

  • Kicking Off The Year Strong!

    January Update: Starting the year off strong! The month of January came with some fantastic events, and many celebrations! ͏ ‌     ­ ͏ ‌     ­ ͏ ‌     ­ ͏ ‌     ­ ͏ ‌     ­ ͏ ‌     ­ ͏ ‌     ­ ͏…

  • In the Loop: January 2025 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: January 2025 Market Statistics

    Positive Start To 2025 Tempered by Uncertainty The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 434 unit sales and 2,988 active listings (all property types) board-wide on the MLS® System in January 2025, up 26 and five percent, respectively. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 205 homes sold in January, up 36 percent…

  • Planning for the new year!

    December Update and a Contest! December was all about celebrating the year that passed and planning for 2025   Planning for the new year! The month of December was all about celebrating the year that passed and planning for 2025 – our team visited two fun events and also had our yearly planning session where…

  • In the Loop: December 2024 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: December 2024 Market Statistics

    2024 Ends with a Balanced Market and a Positive Outlook The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 7,489 unit sales (all property types) in 2024 compared to 7,297 in 2023 and 7,810 in 2022. December 2024 saw unit sales of 443 (all property types) and 2,883 active listings. In the single-family category (excluding acreage…

  • November Art Takeover!

    November update with an Art Takeover November came with some fantastic Artistic Events for our team, and great new homes on the market! View this email in your browser   November Art Takeover! The month of November was all about Art for our team – in an effort to bring some light and colour into…

  • In the Loop: November 2024 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: November 2024 Market Statistics

    Balanced Market Offers The Best of Both Worlds The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 566 unit sales and 3,478 active listings (all property types) board-wide on the MLS® System in November 2024, up 17 and threepercent, respectively. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 267 homes sold in November, up 14 percent…

  • October Catch-Up!

    October Catch-up with loads of fun and a rate cut! October came with a lot of great events, and even a large rate-cut! October Catch-Up! Fall is officially here, along with the shorter (and colder) days, and the holidays that come with that – this month’s events centered around Halloween and enjoyable activities for when…

  • In the Loop: October 2024 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: October 2024 Market Statistics

    Balanced Market Offers The Best of Both Worlds The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 722 unit sales and 4,015 active listings (all property types) board-wide on the MLS® System in October 2024, up 42 percent and12 percent, respectively. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 346 homes sold in October, up 45…

  • Events that touched us this month!

    Roughing it, Run for the Cure, and did you hear these real estate news? This month, our team participated in some amazing events, and we’re also talking about the latest in the real estate world! Events that touched us this month! The leaves have started turning, and with that, our team has had the chance…

  • In the Loop: September 2024 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: September 2024 Market Statistics

    Spring Market Arrives In The Fall The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 637 unit sales and 4,465 active listings (all property types) board-wide on the MLS® System in September 2024, up 16 percent and 24 percent, respectively. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 320 homes sold in September, up 22 percent…

  • Supporting the Community this Fall!

    Supporting the Community this Fall! This month we had the chance to attend some amazing events! Supporting the Community this Fall! Fall is almost here, and our team have been lucky enough to attend two amazing community events already – supporting two different but equally important causes! Nanaimo Child Development Centre, September Luncheon Over 8…

  • In the Loop: August 2024 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: August 2024 Market Statistics

    Favourable Conditions Trending Towards Buyers’ Market The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 662 unit sales board-wide and 4,520 active listings (all property types) on the MLS® System in August 2024. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 333 homes sold in August, up three percent from one year ago and down eight…

  • Ken Hammer: Recipient of the 2023 REALTORS® Care Award

    Ken Hammer Reicived The 2023 REALTORS® Care Award Celebrating Ken Hammer, Recipient of the 2023 REALTORS® Care Award. Ken Hammer: Recipient of the 2023 REALTORS® Care Award Welcome to the Scott Parker Team Newsletter! We’re excited to have you here. This is your go-to source for market information, community updates, and more. Click on images,…

  • In The Loop: July 2024 Market Statistics

    In The Loop: July 2024 Market Statistics

    Quiet Housing Market Closes out July The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 737 unit sales board-wide and 4,559 active listings (all property types) on the MLS® System in July 2024. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 363 homes sold in July, down 11 percent from one year ago and up one…