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Pemberton Holmes - Cloverdale
150-805 Cloverdale Ave
Victoria
V8X 2S9
112-520 Dunedin St Bed: 2 Bath: 2 Price: $439,900 Sold

Reduced price at this spacious and bright, ground floor CORNER unit with sunny garden patio space. Offering a great layout with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and in-suite laundry, this condominium unit will make a great home with a little TLC. Convenient kitchen/dining room combo, living room with gas fireplace, and slider out to garden. The master has a 4 pc en-suite and a jacuzzi tub. The building has secure under...

676 Vanalman Ave Bed: 3 Bath: 3 Price: $949,900 Sold

Reduced by $100,000! Presenting a wonderful opportunity for young families to get into the market with this solid and uniquely designed 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. Recent additions of some vinyl windows, new kitchen appliances and a Samsung heat pump have added comfort and cost savings for the next family. This is a great location, near schools, shopping and numerous parks, with quick access in and out of th...

604-288 Eltham Rd Bed: 3 Bath: 4 Price: $819,900 Sold

Ashley Gate is a community of Townhomes tucked in a picturesque forest setting in lovely View Royal. This spacious and bright 3 bed, 4 bath end unit is a fantastic offering. As you enter the home you will be greeted by French doors that open to your family room with walk out access to your patio that backs onto a wonderful green space. The main level of the home is ideal for entertaining with a combination l...

3891 Blenkinsop Rd Bed: 4 Bath: 2 Price: $799,900 Sold

Charming property in a prime Maplewood location just minutes from UVIC & Camosun College. The home retains some original features, including living room with high beamed ceiling, fireplace and a large bay window. The upper kitchen and dining room are bright and open, and lead out to a huge patio that overlooks a spacious front yard surrounded by Garry Oak trees. The current configuration offers 2 bedrooms up...

307-7162 West Saanich Rd Bed: 2 Bath: 2 Price: $670,000 Sold

Located in the heart of beautiful Brentwood Bay, this spacious and modern home awaits you. The Arbours is a 2019 built residence, steps to all amenities on the stunning Saanich Peninsula, surrounded by parks and beaches. You'll love the layout of this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condominium which boasts over 1050 square feet of living space overlooking the Village towards the Saanich Fairgrounds. The contemporary...

Consulting a REALTOR®

REALTORS® are members of The Canadian Real Estate Association who subscribe to a Code of Ethics and Standards of Business Practice. Members of the Victoria Real Estate Board are members of both the British Columbia and Canadian Real Estate Associations.

The following is a list of services you can expect to receive from a REALTOR® when you buy a home:

  • A REALTOR® will fully explain the details of your working relationship (called "agency") so that you are clear as to when a REALTOR® is working for you or for the seller.
  • A REALTOR® has access to hundreds of current listings of homes for sale because of a co- operative system called the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®).
  • A REALTOR® can provide you with a customized list of homes that best meet your needs -- size, style, features, location, proximity to schools, shopping, etc. - and then make arrangements for you to view those homes that appeal to you the most.
  • A REALTOR® will help you determine how big a home you can afford.

REALTORs® are familiar with the local lending market and can offer helpful advice.

  • A REALTOR® has no emotional ties to any type or style of home and can be objective in pointing out the merits of one home over another.
  • A REALTOR® will have information on zoning changes, taxes, utility costs and school and recreation services that could affect your decision to buy a home in a specific area.
  • A REALTOR® will assist you in negotiating the terms of your purchase, which can be a nerve- wracking process for someone who is not experienced in negotiating.
  • A REALTOR® will advise you of the legal process required in obtaining title and taking possession of your property; the costs associated with buying a home such as insurance, mortgage registration and legal fees will be explained in detail.

 

Source: Victoria Real Estate Board 2015


Selling Your Home - Why it Pays to Use a REALTOR®

Before selling your home, you will need a clear understanding of the legal issues and potential pitfalls. One wrong action could result in a lot of cost and frustration, which is why it is essential to have a REALTOR® working with you, as he or she will make the sale of your home a successful and satisfying experience.

Greater exposure

REALTORS® use the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) to give your home maximum exposure. MLS® is a computer-based system that relays valuable information about your home to hundreds of REALTORS® and potential homebuyers.

Setting a price

Setting a price for your home is an important but difficult process. Again, this is where the services of a REALTOR® prove invaluable. REALTORS® have the experience to help you understand how the market works and decide upon a realistic price that meets your goals. REALTORS® also pre-screen potential buyers to make sure only those who are serious and financially qualified view your home.

REALTORS® will also develop a marketing plan to help your property receive maximum exposure. This will likely include placing your home on the MLS® system and placing a "For Sale" sign on the front lawn. The plan will likely also include arranging open houses for other REALTORS® and potential buyers, and developing advertisements and feature sheets/mailers to market your home.

Once you have accepted an offer to buy your home, your REALTOR® will help ensure that all the proper paperwork is completed. He or she will also make sure that both parties meet the necessary conditions outlined in the agreement.

Why working with a REALTOR® makes sense

When you work with a REALTOR® you will likely get a better price for your home than if you try to sell it yourself. Apart from the financial benefits, however, there is an extra measure of comfort and security that comes from having a REALTOR® on your side. Remember that REALTORS® are governed by a code of ethics and standards of business practice. They have also been trained and licensed under the provincial Real Estate Services Act to assist in transactions involving real property. When it comes to buying or selling property, using a REALTOR® just makes sense.

 

Source: Victoria Real Estate Board 2015


I have been licensed as a Realtor with Pemberton Holmes since 2007.  The last 15 years in the industry have flown by. During that time, I have distinguished myself as an agent who works hard for my clients, while also having great relationships with many professionals throughout the Real Estate field. I have earned multiple MLS Awards for my sales numbers, and believe that my personalized service is the most important attribute to home buyers and sellers. This has been the best form of advertising, as my referral base generates the vast majority of my client portfolio.

On top of my work as a Personal Real Estate Corporation at Pemberton Holmes, I also work for a financial institution which involves conducting informal site appraisals as well as listing and selling Court Ordered sales. This dynamic and challenging aspect of my business has given me valuable experience managing legal aspects of Real Estate in the court setting, as well as managing multiple offer scenarios.

When I am not working on my clients' needs, you may find me tending to our fields, livestock, and property as my wife Beth and I own hobby farm in West Saanich, where we raise our two young daughters, and their sheep.  My understanding of the importance of local food and agriculture  has led me to a volunteer position as Vice President for the Growing Young Farmers Society from 2017-2021, which focuses on increasing youth involvement with the cultivation of organic food. 

If you are considering buying or selling a home, I hope that you will be in touch to experience the level of service which I provide.  

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