Thinking about moving from Vancouver to Vancouver Island? Here’s why more families are choosing South Vancouver Island for custom homes—better value, more space, and a calmer pace of life.

Building a custom home is an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming if you’re new to the process. Knowing what to expect can make the experience smoother and more rewarding. Checklist can help streamline your Custom Home Build To help you stay organized, you can download the full Custom Home Build Checklist here. For a more in-depth guide, download our new E-Book - Turning Dreams into Homes: A Step-by-Step Guide Keep in mind that this is a generic checklist —you

Let's Create Something Extraordinary Together As 2024 comes to a close, the federal government has introduced sweeping mortgage reforms designed to make homeownership more accessible. These changes, set to take effect on December 15, 2024, are especially beneficial for first-time buyers and those looking to build new homes. If you’ve been dreaming of owning or building your perfect home, these updates could make that dream a reality. What’s New? Higher Insured Mortgage Limit

Is the Government Dictating How You Heat Your Home? Here's What You Need to Know. British Columbia’s BC Energy Step Code  and Zero Carbon Step Code (EL 1-4)  are transforming the way we think about building performance and sustainability. While both frameworks aim to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, they target slightly different aspects of building design and operation. Let’s break down what these standards mean, then dive into a practical comparison of how th

In British Columbia's dynamic housing market, suited homes and duplexes have emerged as a top choice for homeowners and investors alike. Offering both practicality and financial benefits, these property types are well-suited to meet the growing demand for versatile, income-generating housing options in communities like Westshore and Southern Vancouver Island. What Are Suited Homes and Duplexes? Suited Homes : Single-family homes with self-contained secondary suites, often loc

In late 2023, British Columbia introduced the Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing (SSMUH) Policy , a groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing the province's housing shortage while increasing affordability and flexibility for homeowners and investors. Here's a quick overview of what this means for you and how it could shape the future of residential construction in BC. What is the SSMUH Policy? The SSMUH Policy allows the construction of small-scale multi-unit residences, such