Andrew Plank - VICTORIA REALTOR - Modern tools & Old Fashioned Service

Government Imposed Cooling Off Period for Real Estate

Posted on Nov 08, 2021 in He Said, She Said, They Said

Last week the provincial Government announced it will be imposing a cooling off period after offers, this coming spring. So if this comes into play, any buyer would automatically have a set period of time to rescind their offer. Today, after Andrew and Jane review the monthly sales statistics, they will discuss the consequences of such actions, on...

Septic Savvy along with your Monday Morning Market Update!

Posted on Nov 01, 2021 in He Said, She Said, They Said

In addition to our usual market update, today’s show is unique. Jane will be live on location at a septic inspection. She will be talking to Save on Septic about the components of a septic field, how they work, how long do septic fields last, and what a septic inspection entails.

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9UMYNQxdOs

What are the Top 5 Mistakes Buyers Make?

Posted on Oct 25, 2021 in He Said, She Said, They Said

1. Going directly to seller/developer as opposed to going through a realtor
2. Going to open houses
3. Giving away motivation in discussions
4. Not coming in strong enough for first offer
5. Not trusting their realtor's opinion

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJYV6f1yGT8

Back Up Offers!

Posted on Oct 18, 2021 in He Said, She Said, They Said

Back up offers! Pros and cons of having a second offer or back up offer, accepted on a property. How does it work? Why is it an advantage or disadvantage for buyers and sellers?

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jh01jDRsjag

Times Are Changing in the Real Estate Market

Posted on Sep 27, 2021 in He Said, She Said, They Said

Times are changing in the market. To sell or buy first? Why is it important for a buyer to put on a seller's hat when making an offer? Andrew and Jane will discuss why it's important to get your ducks in a row before offering.

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55CXoLcr7GA

Why People Sell Their Homes and the Different Motivations

Posted on Sep 20, 2021 in He Said, She Said, They Said

The different motivations for people selling their homes, and how we might craft offers differently depending on what we know.

YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHBNbFQQtIc