
Key Takeaways:
More Choice means More Deals:
Active listings are highest in 5 years, now a buyer’s market with options.
Sales are down 24 per cent, motivated sellers consider competitive offers.
Price Comparisons:
Nanaimo’s average home price is $810,000, a bargain compared to Vancouver’s $2.2 million.
Hot deals to consider:
Nanaimo: 2 BR, view condo (1,024 sq. ft.) for $335,000.
Parksville: Charming 3 BR rancher for $684,500.
Market Conditions and Buyer Hesitation:
Buyers are holding off, leading to more inventory and increased negotiation power.
Fantastic Transportation Links.
With Ferries and Harbour Air, transportation is convenient, connecting you quickly to the mainland.
Lifestyle Appeal:
Escape the daily grind! Enjoy skiing in the morning, surfing in the afternoon, and exploring small towns with strong community vibes.
Make the Move: Vancouver Island’s mix of affordability, natural beauty, and charming communities is hard to beat. Don’t miss these fantastic deals and lifestyle perks!
Guest: Ace Real Estate Professional Realtor Ian Thompson (20 year veteran) at REMAX / Nanaimo discuss the ‘pearl of BC’. Vancouver Island.
Email: ian@ianthompsonrealestate.com
Phone: C 250-616-3641.
Host:
Ozzie Jurock – Author of best-selling books like Forget About Location, Location, Location and Real Estate Action.
Featured in Donald Trump’s real estate book and called a Real Estate Guru by Peter C. Newman in Titans.
Past President of Royal LePage (Res.) and Chairman of NRS Block Bros, with experience managing real estate companies across Canada, the U.S., and Asia.
Speaker Extraordinaire, delivering over 80 motivational speeches annually and hosting investor outlook conferences that attract 700 plus attendees.
Ozzie is passionate about helping people achieve their best financial futures and creating environments for growth. When he’s not talking real estate, you might find him skiing, boating, or wrestling with his golf game (spoiler: golf usually wins).
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