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35 Wondering what life is really like on Canadas wild and crazy west coast? This podcast is all about the people, the places and Vancouver Island Time. Together we will explore this island paradise, a combination of ocean, city, and country living. We will meet the fabulous locals like the chicken lady and the fudge fairy, who have chosen Victoria and Vancouver Island as their home. And, we will learn what makes this place unique and special to those who live here.
Episodi
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Weekly Market Update, Anti Flipping Tax & Property Transfer Tax
29/02/2024 Durata: 50minJane and Andrew speak about the new changes for First Time Buyers. What are the pros and cons of this change? And, in addition to Federal Rules around Flipping Homes, we also have new Provincial Rules on Taxes incurred if you re-sell a home within 2 years in BC.
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Monthly Market Update with Guest Realtor Carey Rose
08/02/2024 Durata: 29minJoin us this morning at 9:30 AM Pacific for the Monthly Market Update. Today's guest is Carey Rose. She's a Realtor and Broker Owner of RE/MAX Key, Serving Strathmore, Wheatland County and Calgary since 1999.
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Electric Vehicles Mandatory Strata EV Planning Reports and EV Rebates
02/02/2024 Durata: 33minToday at 9:30! The government has gotten on board the electric vehicle (EV) movement, with EV Rebates, Mandatory EV Planning Reports and it's easier for people to request to get electric charging for parking. Come join us!
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January Stats to Date and Bank of Canada Update with Jen Lowe
25/01/2024 Durata: 44minJoin Jane and Andrew along with guest mortgage broker, Jen Lowe, as we discuss the January stats, and what the latest Bank of Canada announcement means to the mortgage market. How is it responding in terms of fixed and variable rates?
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Investing in Puerto Vallarta with Rob Bailey
19/01/2024 Durata: 53minJane and Andrew meet Rob Bailey. Rob was a builder in the BC Interior and made the move to Puerto Vallarta with his wife and became a realtor. Learn how he works with Canadians and other expats to help them transition to living and/or investing in Mexico’s west coast. Jane Johnston RE/MAX
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BC Assessment is it related to the value of your property?
11/01/2024 Durata: 31minBC Assessment... your notices are in? What is the reason for assessment and how does it affect you? Does it determine the value of your home? Join us this morning and let's chat about this misunderstood property valuation and how it relates to market value.
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Annual Market Update with 2024 Predictions
05/01/2024 Durata: 47minJoin Jane and Andrew this morning at 9:30 for our 2023 Victoria Real Estate Market Recap and Update with predictions for 2024! We will also be discussing BC Assessments.
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Monthly Market Update with Jen Lowe PLUS the Latest Rate Announcement!
07/12/2023 Durata: 39minToday's our Monthly Market Update! Jane and Andrew will discuss the latest market stats and how they affect buyers and sellers. PLUS the latest bank announcement happened yesterday. What do we have in store for the next year. Jen Lowe from Dominion Lending will discuss this with us.
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Home Ownership Models, Wills and Estates with Guest Del Elgersma
30/11/2023 Durata: 40minOften an overlooked and important part of buying a home, is what happens to it if you or your partner passes away. Together with Del Elgersma we will discuss the different types of ownership, the use of trusts for property, and the changes in rules, and most importantly, what do you need to have in place in your will to leave the legacy you want.
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Top 5 Reasons To Buy Between Now and December 31
24/11/2023 Durata: 31minJoin us today at 9:30 am. Jane and Andrew will be discussing the market and timing! Why is it that buyers are likely to get a deal when offering on a home now?
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BC Government's Middle Housing Initiative
16/11/2023 Durata: 38minJoin Jane and Andrew this morning at 9:30 AM as they discuss new sweeping Provincial legislation around housing density. The province is stepping in and forcing municipalities to streamline development applications, download costs of infrastructure to developers and add homes to properties.
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6 Steps to getting your home ready for the spring market!
10/11/2023 Durata: 34minAndrew and Jane discuss the 6 steps to getting your home ready for the spring market! Here's what you need to know now, to get prepared to list your home next year.
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Strategies to Coping with a Shifting Market
02/11/2023 Durata: 41minAndrew and Jane discuss the shifting market, and discuss how to a) sale-proof your home so that it sells quickly and b) how you as a buyer can take advantage of this time.
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Interest Rate Update, Employment, Inflation... how does this affect you
26/10/2023 Durata: 38minJoin us today at 9:30 am LIVE. Jane and Andrew are discussing the interest rate update announcement, employment rate, and inflation forecast among other things... How does this affect you as a homeowner?
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Short Term Rentals to be Abolished in BC
26/10/2023 Durata: 28minJoin us this morning at 9:30 am as we update you on the Victoria real estate market and discuss upcoming legislation on the abolishment of short term rentals in BC.
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Landlords! Opportunity for Rental Increase with Capital Improvements
26/10/2023 Durata: 33minToday along with our weekly update Jane and Andrew will discuss an opportunity for landlords... did you know there's a program that will allow you to apply for rental increases if you've done capital improvements to the property? We'll discuss what applies and how to submit your applications.
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BC Real Estate Update with Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson
21/10/2023 Durata: 59minThis morning at 9:30! BCREA Chief Economist Brendon Ogmundson is joining Andrew and Jane to discuss what's happening in real estate in BC! This live, interactive session will be on this channel.
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Creating Sustainable Gardens
19/10/2023 Durata: 40minJoin us today at 9:30! Jane and Andrew are speaking about making your garden sustainable. With the summer droughts, watering the garden has become a challenge. Begum Eryilmaz from Oasis Landscape Design is going to tell us how to have a sustainable garden without having to use a lot of water.
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Notary Publics and Real Estate with Beverly Carter
21/09/2023 Durata: 42minToday! What is the role of the notary public in real estate? Join us and Beverly Carter of Carter Notary to discuss the difference between notaries and lawyers in real estate, what services they provide and how they can help you get your estate in order.
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Mitigating the Mess: Condition of House at Completion
31/08/2023 Durata: 39minJoin Us today where we talk about "Mitigating the Mess: Condition of House at Completion". What condition should you leave your house in, for the new owners? What condition should you expect when you take possession? And, what are a few strategies to "mitigate the mess" so you don't walk into a dirty new home.