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A mortgage renewal usually means one conversation: rates, terms, whether to lock in or go variable. That’s a conversatio...
08/27/2026

A mortgage renewal usually means one conversation: rates, terms, whether to lock in or go variable.

That’s a conversation for your mortgage broker, not me.

But renewal time is also a good moment to check something else: what your home is actually worth right now.

A lot can shift in a few years, and knowing your current equity position gives you a clearer picture before you make any decision on the mortgage side.

I’m not weighing in on your rate. I just think you should walk into that renewal conversation with the full picture, not just the mortgage half of it.

Curious about the current value of your home? DM me VALUE for a complimentary home value review before your renewal date.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

08/26/2026

Most buyers walk in obsessing over square footage and bedroom count.

Fewer stop to think about what their actual daily life looks like once they’re living there.

That extra bedroom might sit empty most of the year.

The walk to your favourite coffee shop, the neighbours you actually know, the extra ten minutes it takes to get anywhere, those are the things you feel every single day.

It’s not that space doesn’t matter. It’s that people weigh it more heavily than the thing that actually shapes their day-to-day.

Agree or disagree? Tell me in the comments.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

08/26/2026

Thinking about listing this fall, but leaning toward waiting until spring instead? Here's the conversation worth having before you decide.

Greater Victoria's inventory is sitting at levels we haven't seen in over a decade. On the surface, that sounds like a reason to hold off. But waiting doesn't make that inventory disappear. It just delays the decision, and a lot of other sellers are making the same call to wait, which means spring often turns into a crowded market where everyone's listing at once.

Right now, some of that competition is still on the sidelines. That's an advantage, not a drawback, if your home is priced and presented well from day one.

This isn't a push to sell before you're ready. It's about making sure you're choosing the timing on purpose, with the full picture, instead of defaulting to spring because that's just what people assume.

If you're weighing this decision for your own home, DM me VALUE and let's look at what actually makes sense for your situation and your timeline.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

08/19/2026

This is what a condo lock-and-leave morning can look like.

Coffee on your own patio, no lawn to think about, no lock-and-leave anxiety when you travel.

It’s not for everyone, but if it’s the life you’ve been picturing, it’s worth a real look at what’s on the market right now.

DM me CONDO for what’s available.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

08/15/2026

Some of what I believe about buying and selling in Victoria, said plainly.

None of it is groundbreaking. Most of it just gets skipped.

Which one hits home for you? Drop the number in the comments.



Pinnacle Homes Group | eXp Realty

08/13/2026

Your realtor should be more than a lockbox opener.

Here are two things that catch almost every buyer off guard: closing costs and inspections.

Budget an extra 2–3% beyond your down payment for legal fees, adjustments, and PTT (unless you qualify for an exemption). And don’t skip the inspection to save a few hundred bucks. It’s often the thing that saves you thousands down the road, or gives you the leverage to negotiate repairs before you commit.

I walk every buyer through both of these before we even start touring homes, no surprises at the finish line.

Thinking about buying in Victoria? Drop a comment and I’ll send you a full closing cost breakdown.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Grouo

08/10/2026

Here are the three mistakes I see most, and they’re all preventable.

Pricing to “test the market.” Overpricing doesn’t attract a better buyer. It just burns your first two weeks, which is when you get the most eyes on your listing. Buyers see the price cut later and wonder what’s wrong with the place.

Doing repairs the wrong buyer cares about. Sellers spend thousands on upgrades that don’t match what buyers in their price point actually want, like a high end kitchen reno in a starter home market. The buyer touring that home isn’t shopping for luxury finishes, they’re shopping for a move-in ready price. That money doesn’t come back at resale, and it doesn’t move the needle on how fast the home sells either.

Staging for yourself instead of the buyer. Your taste isn’t the buyer’s taste. Staging isn’t decorating, it’s removing anything that makes a buyer picture you living there instead of them.

If you’re thinking about selling in Greater Victoria this year, I’ll walk through your specific home and flag what actually matters before you spend a dollar.

DM me “sell” and I’ll send you my seller prep checklist.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

08/08/2026

Busy and productive are not the same thing, and most new agents don't figure that out until year two or three.

Door knocking, posting for the algorithm, showing up to every event... none of it's wrong, but it's easy to fill a week with activity that doesn't move anyone toward a decision.

If you're early in your career and want to talk about where your hours are actually going, DM me PARTNER.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

Buyers get this backwards more often than you’d think, reacting hard to the cheap stuff and glossing over the expensive ...
08/04/2026

Buyers get this backwards more often than you’d think, reacting hard to the cheap stuff and glossing over the expensive stuff.

I’ve had clients almost pass on a home because of a light fixture, and almost buy one without asking a single question about the roof.

Swipe through for what’s actually worth your attention at a showing, and DM me GUIDE if you want the full checklist before your next one.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

07/25/2026

Looking for something to do this summer? Check out Black Bear Farms and pick your own berries!

Grab a basket and fill it up on your own time, no rush, just fresh air and a good excuse to be outside. When you're done, swing next door to Sun Wing Tomatoes for some fresh produce on the Island.

Two stops, one afternoon, and a pretty great reason to get outside this weekend.



eXp Realty | Pinnacle Homes Group

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