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  • What to Do in Nanaimo: 15 Unmissable Adventures & Hidden Gems

    What to Do in Nanaimo: 15 Unmissable Adventures & Hidden Gems

    Quick take: • Explore nature: Neck Point, Pipers Lagoon, Westwood Lake, trails up Mount Benson.• Water & islands: kayak or paddle-board, take a ferry to Saysutshun (Newcastle Island) or Gabriola Island.• Downtown delights: café hopping, the Nanaimo Bar Trail, artisan shops on Commercial Street, harbourfront strolls.• Rainy day / indoors: museums (Nanaimo Museum, Art Gallery),…

  • What to Do When a Home Inspection Finds Problems: A Buyer’s Step-by-Step Guide

    What to Do When a Home Inspection Finds Problems: A Buyer’s Step-by-Step Guide

    You found a home you love — then the inspection report arrives with problems. That moment is stressful, but it’s also the reason inspections exist: to reveal issues before you’re legally tied to a purchase. As the Scott Parker Team, we guide buyers through these conversations every week. This article breaks down exactly what to…

  • In the Loop: April 2025 Market Statistics

    In the Loop: April 2025 Market Statistics

    The Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) recorded 786 unit sales (all property types) in April 2025, up eight per cent from one year ago. Year-over-year active listings (all property types) rose by four per cent, climbing to 4,080 from 3,913 the previous April. In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 401 homes sold…

  • In the Loop: February 2023 Real Estate Market Stats

    In the Loop: February 2023 Real Estate Market Stats

    The February Real Estate Market Stats 2023 show us that last month, 220 single-family homes were sold in the Vancouver Island Real Estate Board (VIREB) area. This is a 37% decrease from one year ago (350) and a 33% increase from January 2023 (165). Sales of condo apartments in February 2023 came in at 64,…

  • Win a $100 Gift Card to Craig Street Bew Pub

    ENTER TO WIN A $100 Gift Card for Craig Street Brew Pub ? LIKE Dakova Squares Facebook Page ✔ SHARE the post at the top ? Drop a COMMENT on the post We want to celebrate the COMPLETION of Downtown Duncan’s Newest Condo Complex. DAKOVA SQUARE in the heart of downtown Duncan, BC, located at 15…

  • Down Payment: How Much Do I Have To Put Down To Buy A New Home?

    How much of a down payment do I have to put down to buy a new home? The short answer is anywhere from 5% and up. Down payment Effective February 15, 2016, the minimum requirements for new mortgages has changed and as of this date, there’s a three tiered structure; On a purchase price of…

  • What To Do When There Are Problems With The Home Inspection?

    You’ve found the perfect home for your family and your offer has been accepted, subject to a home inspection. But what do you do if there are problems with the home inspection report and it shows a lot of problems with the home? Problems with the home inspection Review the report with your real estate…

  • Do I Need To Pay A REALTOR® When Buying A Home?

    Many people think they have to pay a real estate agent for their services when they are looking to buy a home. This is not the case. Do I need to pay a REALTOR®? If you’re working with a REALTOR® they’ll show you the homes you’re interested in seeing based on the criteria you provide…

  • 5 Cost Effective Ways To Improve Your Home Value

    You’ve likely heard a hundred times before about the best ways to improve the value of your home and there are many ways to achieve this. But for those new to home buying and selling, let’s take a quick look at 5 of the best ways to improve your home value – not in any…

  • What Is The Difference Between An Appraisal And A Home Inspection?

    For many people the process of buying a home can be complicated. Confusion can often come from the lack of understanding about the difference between appraisals and home inspections. So what’s the difference? Appraisal and an inspection Appraisal This is the process of developing an opinion of the value of the property, often called the…

  • 5 Signs Your Are Ready To Buy A Home

    At some point in life, most of us want to become homeowners. But how do you know you are ready to buy a home? Here are five signs to let you know. Ready to buy a home YOU’RE TIRED OF PAYING RENT If you think you’re just throwing money away each month paying rent, it…

  • Top 5 Renovations for a Return on Your Investment

    Adding value to your home is usually the number one concern for most homeowners. It doesn’t matter if you’re prepping to sell or looking to building long-term equity. Knowing the top 5 renovations to invest in is important to ensure you get the most bang for your renovation buck and get a return on your investment.…

  • The “Wish List” – How to Make One When Buying Your Home

    There’s a difference between what you really want versus what you really need. Everyone needs a place to eat, sleep and call home. However, when the time comes to buying that place, there are a lot of things to consider. In a dream world we can envision our perfect home and magically make it happen. But unfortunately this is reality, and…

  • January 2017 Nanaimo Real Estate Market Stats

    Inventory Challenges Continue to Moderate Sales Activity in Nanaimo – In January 2017. The benchmark price of a single-family home in Nanaimo increased 21% to $434,100. 245 single-family homes sold on the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) System compared to 258 last January, a decrease of 5%. Sales were virtually unchanged from December, which saw 243…

  • 2016 was a great year for homeowners in Nanaimo

    Demand is up. Prices are up. Real estate inventory supply is short.   Nanaimo has become a transportation hub for Vancouver Island, with a new cruise ship dock, airport having had 5 years of record passenger growth, a growing technology sector and a plan to have a passenger ferry service that will take you from…