Backyard Cottages
In the past, backyard cottages were sometimes designed for seasonal guests or an elderly parent. They were often quaint dwellings with one or two [...]
Market Statistics for July 2023
Analysis July turned out to be a busier month than I had thought. New listings came online from Nanaimo to Duncan and I listed [...]
Retirement Destination: Cedar & Yellow Point, BC
The Cedar and Yellowpoint area of the Cowichan Valley is a beautiful place to live. These communities share a peninsula on the sea between [...]
Eat Better, Save Too
The cost of living seems to increase every year and not just for the small luxuries but for basic necessities, too. When it seems [...]
Sound Barriers
Studies have shown that long-term exposure to background noise can affect our health, our sleep, and even lead to serious problems such as cardiovascular [...]
Herb & Fruit Pops
Icy pops and other ice treats are as much a part of summer as bar-b-ques and swimming. These wonderful summer treats can also be [...]
Market Statistics for June 2023
Analysis Summer is here! As temperatures warmed up, so did our market in June. It was active with sellers listing their homes for the [...]
Housing for Seniors in Ladysmith, BC
Ladysmith is a small town located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia. It is a great place for seniors who are looking for a [...]
Keeping Cool
In some areas of Canada, an air conditioner is de rigueur equipment to keep cool in the humid months of July and August. In [...]
Grand Coastal Style
The basic foundation of cottage style is to respect traditional elements, recycle, and reuse when possible. The virtue of this evergreen style putting salvaged [...]