Jason McLean Realtor

10/10/2026

Happy Thanksgiving from Ladysmith British Columbia!

10/10/2026

A new National Heat Pump Rebate will help eligible households switch to efficient electric heating, making it easier to save energy and money while reducing emissions and staying comfortable year-round.

More Info here --> https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/campaigns/one-million-home-energy-retrofits.html

Be among the first to receive information about launch dates, eligibility, rebate amounts, and how to apply to a new National Heat Pump Rebate.

10/03/2026

VIREB's housing market entered buyer's territory in September!

10/02/2026

Vancouver Island Real Estate Board Market Highlights for September 2026!

How did VIREB's housing market fare last month? Conditions favoured buyers last month, with a 13 per cent absorption rate and nearly eight months of inventory on the books.

VIREB recorded 562 unit sales (all property types) in September 2026, down 13 per cent from one year ago. Year-over-year active listings (all property types) were 4,457, up four per cent from the previous year.

In the single-family category (excluding acreage and waterfront), 279 homes sold in September 2026, a decrease of eight per cent from one year ago and down six per cent from last month. Sales of condo apartments in September came in at 55, down seven per cent from last year and 21 per cent from August. In the row/townhouse category, 50 units changed hands in September, a drop of 36 per cent from one year ago and down 37 per cent from August.

Active listings of single-family homes were 1,458 in September, up from 1,424 one year ago. VIREB’s inventory of condo apartments was 359 last month, dropping from the 390 properties listed in September 2025. There were 332 row/townhouses for sale last month compared to 341 the previous year.

Benchmark prices for September were as follows.

• Single-family - $777,300 (down 1% y-o-y)
• Apartment - $401,700 (down 4% y-o-y)
• Townhouse - $557,000 (up 1% y-o-y)

📊 Our full September 2026 Statistics Package is available at https://bit.ly/4z9ey4j. For local market insights, please contact a REALTOR® in your area. 🏡

09/18/2026

Congrats to my buyers on the purchase of their new home! ❤️

Looking for a new home? Let me help find you the right one here on Vancouver Island! 🏠

[email protected]
250-746-8123 ☎️

09/16/2026

Come join me at an Open House this Saturday from 12 PM to 2 PM!

Listed by Real Estate in the Cowichan Valley - Renee Appleby!

6697 Genoa Bay Road Duncan
$849,000
MLS # 1049586

** Best to park off-site on Grandview Street due to narrow driveway and vehicles going up/down. **

Tucked away in the heart of Maple Bay, this inviting 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home sits on a private 1/3-acre property with a relaxed, cottage-like feel. The main level features a kitchen with island, updated cabinetry and deck access, a dining room with built-ins and deck access, and a charming living room with wood-burning fireplace, built-in shelving and a cozy window bench.

Upstairs are all 3 bedrooms, including the primary with ensuite and private balcony. The lower level offers a family room with a second wood-burning fireplace, laundry/utility room and storage.

Outside you'll find a carport, detached 400sf workshop and low-maintenance setting. A heat pump, metal roof and updated septic add peace of mind. Walk to the beach, marina, Yacht Club, Rowing Club, pubs and restaurants, with hiking and biking trails nearby. A fantastic spot to enjoy the Maple Bay lifestyle!

MLS https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/30276889/6697-genoa-bay-rd-duncan-east-duncan

09/04/2026

August Housing market snapshot from Vancouver Island Real Estate Board!

Thinking of buying or selling? Like to know what your home is worth in today's market?

Feel free to reach out to me!

250 746 8123

[email protected]

09/02/2026

Bank of Canada has maintained their policy interest rate at 2.25%.

09/01/2026

Congrats to my sellers on the closing of their Nanaimo home!

Thinking of selling? I'd love to help you do the same!

Reach out anytime 250-746-8123

[email protected]

09/01/2026

Congrats to my sellers on closing!

Thinking of selling? I'd love to help you do the same!

Reach out anytime 250-746-8123

[email protected]