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Who is actually buying homes in Victoria right now?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

The active buyers in Greater Victoria in 2026 are move-up buyers using equity from a previous sale, retirees and downsizers relocating for lifestyle reasons, and out-of-province buyers coming from the…

Will I net enough from the sale to fund my next move?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

Run the numbers before you list. Subtract your mortgage balance, realtor commissions (typically 3–4% in Victoria), legal fees ($1,200–$2,000), property tax adjustments, and any staging or repair costs. Then compare…

Are there still out-of-province buyers coming — or has that slowed?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

Out-of-province buyers are still coming to Victoria. The city continues to attract people from the Lower Mainland, Alberta, and Ontario who want a slower pace, a milder climate, and relative…

Should I wait for spring, or list now while there’s less competition?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

Both approaches have merit. Spring brings more buyers — but it also brings more competing listings. February 2026 saw **465 properties sold**, a 37.2% jump from January’s 339 sales .…

Is the market going to get worse in 2026 — should I sell sooner rather than later?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

The market is not crashing. It is recalibrating. Inventory is up (**2,903 listings in February** vs. 2,630 a year ago), sales are down (**11.9% year-over-year in February**), and prices are…

How long should I expect my home to sit on the market?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

In January 2026, average days on market stretched longer than during the pandemic years. With **6 months of inventory**, the market sits firmly in buyer’s market territory . A well-prepared,…

Will lower interest rates later in 2026 bring more buyers — making it worth the wait?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

Possibly. If the Bank of Canada cuts rates again in mid-2026, more buyers will qualify for mortgages. But more sellers may also enter the market at the same time, absorbing…

What renovations or repairs will actually increase my sale price vs. just cost me money?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

Focus on the basics first. Fix what is broken. Fresh paint in neutral tones adds value. Clean up the yard and improve curb appeal. A professional cleaning matters more than…

Should I stage my home — and does it really make a difference in a slower market?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

Yes. Staging makes a measurable difference, especially in a market with **2,900+ competing listings** . Buyers scroll through dozens of listings online before booking a showing. Strong photos of a…

How do I compete with the growing number of listings around me?

quester March 24, 2026 No Comments

Price accurately. Present well. Market aggressively. Those three things separate listings that sell from listings that sit. Your realtor should be using professional photography, video, social media promotion, and strong…

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Topic: Real Estate

Who is actually buying homes in Victoria right now?

Will I net enough from the sale to fund my next move?

Are there still out-of-province buyers coming — or has that slowed?

Should I wait for spring, or list now while there’s less competition?

Is the market going to get worse in 2026 — should I sell sooner rather than later?

How long should I expect my home to sit on the market?

Will lower interest rates later in 2026 bring more buyers — making it worth the wait?

What renovations or repairs will actually increase my sale price vs. just cost me money?

Should I stage my home — and does it really make a difference in a slower market?

How do I compete with the growing number of listings around me?