Why experience carries more weight when the market is personal   People often assume that “experience” means these things in Real Estate: someone who has the most bus benches, or the most Google Reviews, and the most "Just Sold" posts. That is not what experience is. Experience is pattern recognit

Downsizing isn’t about less — it’s about better Let’s clear something up right away. Downsizing on Vancouver Island is rarely about giving things up.It’s about giving things back to yourself. Time.Energy.Freedom. And in communities like Campbell River and the Comox Valley, downsizing often unlocks a

The beauty of working from home lies in the freedom to create your ideal work environment. Remote work changed where we live — Vancouver Island perfected how Remote work didn’t just move offices home. It quietly gave people permission to ask better questions. Not “Where can I work?”But “Where do I w

The move everyone talks about — but few understand “Everyone says life is different on Vancouver Island.” That’s true.But it is also incomplete. Because what really changes isn’t just scenery or commute times — it’s how your days feel. And that’s what most relocation guides miss. Whether buyers are

 At some point, value stops being about numbers… and starts being about how your life actually feels... luckily here, both feel good.  For years, “value” in real estate was a fairly simple conversation. Purchase price. Appreciation. Maybe lot size if you were feeling adventurous. But buyers today ar

  At some point, choosing a Realtor stops being about credentials… and starts being about trust. Choosing a Realtor in Campbell River is not just about who sells the most homes, who has their face on the most signs, who your parents recommended, or even who has lived here the longest. It is about wh

At some point, you stop wanting more life on just the weekends… and start wanting the right one at your doorstep.   There is a very specific moment people hit, usually quietly. They are doing fine by most standards, their own included. Career is good. Life looks good on paper. They are making (and s

Your Insider Look at Campbell River, Comox, Courtenay, Cumberland, Black Creek, Oyster River & the Comox Valley Welcome to Life Up Here There’s a special ease to living on northern Vancouver Island — something about the ocean air mixing with mountain views, friendly nods from strangers, and the way

  Why the North Island is drawing a different kind of buyer.. Something has changed in the type of buyer choosing the North Island. They are not impulsive.They are not trend-driven.And they are not looking for “more” in the traditional sense. They are looking for better... different. Many of today’s

  Why Campbell River Keeps Climbing Vancouver Island’s   “Best Places to Live”   Lists   If you’ve been dreaming of swapping city congestion for ocean air, Campbell River isn’t just a spot on the map — it’s a way of life (and one that’s quietly stealing the spotlight in 2025).   Often known as a fis

I asked ChatGpt to tell me what they really think of Campbell River.   Here's what Chat said......  What do YOU think?! 👇🏼 Alright — no sugar-coating, no brochure gloss, just the real talk version. Campbell River is not for everyone. And that is exactly its magic. It is raw in places. A little scr

Every community has that question floating around.. here, it is: “Who’s the best Realtor in Campbell River?” And sure — sales numbers, awards, and glossy marketing matter. But, ask around long enough, and you’ll notice something interesting: people don’t remember the number of homes you sold, they c

You know that moment when you spot a small scuff on the wall or a leaky tap and say, “We’ll fix that later”?In real estate, later has a funny way of showing up right before your photographer, your first showing, or — worse — your first offer. And here’s the truth: those little tiny “laters” can quie

Why People Are Leaving the Mainland for Vancouver Island in 2025... Or... At least why I did! There is a reason so many of my conversations on the Mainland ended with, “Maybe I should just move to the island...” I would like to say it was a well thought out plan, that started as a passing thought —