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06/14/2026

Thinking about selling this summer?

Here's what I go through with every seller before we list.

Declutter early

You need time to make real decisions, not last-minute ones.

Prepare for the emotional weight of it; most people underestimate that part.

Understand every term in an offer, not just the price.

Price your home accurately from day one, with the most inventory Victoria has seen in eleven years, buyers are comparing carefully, and the data shows it's the well-priced homes that are moving.

And know your agent's marketing plan in detail before you sign.

If you're considering listing and want to know where your home sits in this market, I'm happy to chat. Send me a DM.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

06/13/2026

Nobody told me that real estate would feel like running a business, a therapy practice, and a sales floor simultaneously.

In the same week I have celebrated with a first-time buyer who cried at the keys handover.

Talked a seller off a ledge at 11pm because they got a low offer and took it personally.

And sat alone in my car wondering if I was actually cut out for this.
That's the job. All of it.

The highlight reel you see online

The sold signs
The client wins
The income milestones

That's real.

But it's about 20% of the story.

The other 80% is learning to manage your own emotions so you can manage everyone else's.

Building discipline when no one is watching.

Doing the unglamorous work on the days you don't feel like it.

If you're in your first two years and it feels harder than you expected... you're not failing. You're in it.

The agents who make it aren't the ones who had it easiest. They're the ones who kept showing up anyway.



Pinnacle Homes Group | eXp Realty

06/12/2026

This question comes up constantly.

And the honest answer is: it depends.

I know that's not what people want to hear.

But I'd rather give you a straight answer than a simple one.

Buying makes sense when:
→ You're planning to stay at least 3–5 years (this is where equity actually builds)
→ Your income is steady and verifiable, with a solid emergency fund beyond your down payment
→ The numbers in your area make sense, monthly ownership costs aren't dramatically higher than renting
→ You're ready for the responsibility of maintenance and unexpected costs

Renting makes sense when:
→ You're not sure where life is taking you in the next two years
→ You're still building your down payment and financial foundation
→ Buying is significantly more expensive than renting for comparable quality
→ You're not emotionally or logistically ready for what homeownership actually demands

Homeownership is one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available to most people.

But a bad decision made at the wrong time can set you back years.

If you're somewhere in the middle, still trying to figure out if the timing is right for you specifically, that's exactly who I made this for.

DM me WAIT and I'll send you the breakdown.



Pinnacle Homes Group | eXp Realty

This is general information, not financial advice. For guidance specific to your situation, connect with a mortgage broker or financial advisor.

06/11/2026

The world cup comes to Vancouver this summer.

Will it move Victoria's real estate market? Probably not directly.

But here's what it does do: it creates visibility.

When a major event hits your region, more people pay attention. They see the area differently. They research. They ask questions.

For sellers, that means more eyeballs on Victoria in general. But your specific home still has to be priced right, in the right location, in the right condition. The fundamentals don't change.

For buyers, increased awareness can actually work against you if you're not strategic about timing. More visibility often means more competition. If you're thinking about moving to Victoria, summer might feel urgent. But urgency and good decisions don't always align.

Here's what I'm actually watching this summer: how people's research patterns change.

What questions they start asking. Where they focus.

If you're thinking about buying or selling in the next few months and want to talk about what this actually means for your situation, dm me.







eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group | Victoria, BC

I'll have this conversation here so I can have it less on doorsteps.Your home is not worth what you feel it's worth.Or w...
06/09/2026

I'll have this conversation here so I can have it less on doorsteps.

Your home is not worth what you feel it's worth.

Or what you need it to be worth.

Or what your neighbor told you at a barbecue.

Your home is worth what a motivated buyer will pay for it…

In this market

Right now

Given comparable sales and current competition.

I know that's hard to hear.

Especially when you've put years into a property.

When you've renovated the kitchen and love every detail.

When you have a number in your head that "makes the move work."

But here's what happens when we ignore the market:

The home sits.

Days on market accumulate like a bad reputation.

Buyers start to wonder what's wrong with it.

You end up doing price reductions that signal desperation…

And often sell for less than if you'd priced it right from the start.

Pricing a home correctly from day one isn't settling.

It's strategy.

It's how you create urgency. Generate multiple offers. Give yourself the best chance at the number you actually want.

I don't win by telling you what you want to hear.

I win when you do.

Let's price it right and sell it strong.

Your down payment is not your only upfront cost. Not even close.Here's what first-time buyers get surprised by, and what...
06/07/2026

Your down payment is not your only upfront cost.

Not even close.

Here's what first-time buyers get surprised by, and what I make sure every one of my clients knows before we start looking.

Closing costs. Expect 2-3% of the purchase price.

Legal fees, title insurance, property transfer taxes, and more.
Home inspections, non-negotiable in my opinion. This is not the place to save money.

Moving costs. Movers, truck rental, storage. Budget can be $1,000 to $5,000+ depending on distance.

Immediate repairs and updates. Even a move-in-ready home usually needs something in the first 30 days. Have a buffer.

New furniture and appliances. Your king bed from the apartment doesn't fit. Your couch looks small in the living room. You don't own a lawn mower. These add up fast.

Utility setup fees. Changed locks. Internet installation.

Plan for the surprise costs

They aren't a matter of if. They're a matter of how much.

Planning for the real number means you get to enjoy your new home instead of immediately stressing about it.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group | Victoria, BC

06/06/2026

Not having a social media presence isn't neutral.

It's a choice that has consequences.

When someone meets you, hears your name, or gets a referral, the first thing they do is look you up.

What do they find?

If your Instagram hasn't been posted to in 14 months, your LinkedIn still says you work somewhere you left three years ago, and you have 87 followers, that's the impression.

And what they read is: this person either doesn't take their business seriously, or doesn't know how to operate in the current market.

That's not fair. But it's accurate.

Your online presence is a first impression you don't get to make in person. And in a trust-based business like real estate, first impressions are everything.

I'm not saying you need to be a full-time content creator. I'm saying you need to show up consistently enough that when someone looks you up, they see a professional who is active, knowledgeable, and real.

Two or three posts a week with actual value?

Builds more trust than you think.

Start with what you know. The market update. The thing you explained to a client this week. The question you get asked most often.

That content already lives in your head.

Put it somewhere it can work for you.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group | Victoria, BC

06/04/2026

Most sellers think accepting an offer is the finish line.

It's actually the starting line.

Here's what comes next, and why it matters that you're prepared.

Condition period.
Buyers have a set window to do their due diligence:
financing, inspections, strata document review. The deal isn't firm until conditions are removed.

Inspection requests.
Buyers may come back asking for repairs or credits. Almost always negotiable. A good agent helps you decide what's worth accommodating.

Financing complications. Even a pre-approved buyer can hit snags. Employment changes, appraisals coming in low, lender requirements shifting. It happens.

Appraisals. If the buyer has a mortgage, a lender appraisal is often required. If your home doesn't appraise at the sale price, you may need to renegotiate.

Completion and possession. Coordinating your move, closing costs, and legal documents with your lawyer or notary.

None of this is meant to scare you. It's meant to prepare you.

Sellers who know what to expect stay calm and make good decisions.

Sellers who get caught off guard get reactive.

My job doesn't end when we accept an offer. It intensifies.


eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group
Victoria, BC

06/03/2026

Buyers have more choice in Victoria right now than at any point in the last eleven years, and people are still asking if it's a good time to buy.

Here's what the May numbers actually show: inventory is up, sales are up from last month, and prices on single family homes in the Victoria Core are essentially flat year-over-year.

The benchmark sits at $1,339,000, nearly identical to where it was in May 2025.

That's not a market in freefall. That's a market finding its footing.

Condos are a different story. Benchmark is down 1.9% year-over-year to $551,400 in the Core, and condo sales dropped almost 15% compared to last May. Buyers in that segment have real leverage right now.

What's shifted most is the pace.

People are viewing more properties, taking more time, and coming in with clearer expectations.

And where you are in Victoria matters, this market isn't behaving the same way everywhere.

That changes how you need to show up, whether you're buying or selling.

If you want to talk through what this actually means for your situation, I'm happy to do that. Just send me a message.



Source: Victoria Real Estate Board, May 2026 Statistics Package

Multiple offers don't mean you have to bankrupt yourself to win.Here's what actually matters to sellers, and it's not al...
05/28/2026

Multiple offers don't mean you have to bankrupt yourself to win.

Here's what actually matters to sellers, and it's not always just the number.

Closing timeline.
If a seller needs to close in 30 days for a job that starts in 30 days, the buyer who can match that timeline has a massive advantage, even at the same price.

Deposit amount.
A larger deposit signals serious intent. It's skin in the game. Sellers and their agents absolutely notice.

Conditions.
Fewer conditions = less risk of the deal falling apart. In a competitive situation, a clean offer is worth real money.

Personal letters.
In some situations, a letter humanizes the process. Doesn't work everywhere, but it's a tool worth having.

The buyers who win in competition are prepared, responsive, and flexible.

Not necessarily the ones who throw the most money.

Winning an offer is a strategy.

Let me help you build the right one.

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