• Building Inspections – How Important Are They?

    How important are building inspections and getting one before you complete the purchase of your new home? Here are 4 great reasons to never skip the inspection process. 4 reasons for building inspections Although it may cost a few hundred dollars to have a home inspection completed, it can save you much more in the long…

  • Buying A Grow Op Property That’s Been Remediated

    Did you find the right home only to discover it was once a marijuana “grow op”? Here’s a few things you should think about before buying a grow op property that’s been remediated. Buying a grow op How do you find our if the property was a grow op? In British Columbia, the property disclosure form…

  • 5 Tips For Selling A Tenant-Occupied Property

    If you’re the owner and thinking about selling a tenant-occupied property how can you, as the Seller, make the process easier for everyone involved? Understand the restrictions of the tenancy. If the Tenants have a fixed term tenancy, you cannot end it before the expiry date. If they are month-to-month, you’ll have to give them…

  • How To Get Kids Excited About Their New Home

    There are no two ways about it, moving is stressful.  But it can be really hard on kids, especially if you’re moving to a completely new neighborhood or city, away from friends, family, schools and activities. So what can you do to make it easier for them to settle into their new home and what’s…

  • Halloween Safety Tips

    Halloween Safety Tips from Scott Parker Before Trick-or-Treaters come knocking at your door this Monday, here are a few tips to keep everyone safe while visiting your home.     Clear a path from the road to your front door. Whether it’s clearing the walkway or eliminating debris from your lawn, a clear path to…

  • 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…

  • How Much Does It Cost To Retire In Nanaimo

    How much does it cost to retire in Nanaimo, or anywhere for that matter, is a more complicated question than it seems and is dependent on a lot of factors. Below are five considerations to think about when looking to retire. How much does it cost to retire? House budget. Smaller cities can mean big savings. If you’re…

  • 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…

  • Nanaimo Real Estate Market Statistics for May 2017

    Here are the Nanaimo Real Estate Monthly Market Statistics for May 2017 For more information on market conditions, give Scott Parker a call at RE/MAX of Nanaimo. Scott can be reached anytime at (250) 751-1223.