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

GVRES July 2026 Month Market Update... Seasonal Slowdown

Posted on Aug 05, 2026 in The Victoria Real Estate Show

What is really happening in the Greater Victoria real estate market as we move through the summer of 2026?

In this month’s market update, Jane Johnston, Andrew Plank and Jen Lowe look beyond the headlines to explain where homes are selling, where activity has slowed and where buyers may now have greater negotiating power.

A total of 673 properties so...

Bank of Canada Holds Rates Steady & Are BC Foreclosures Really a Good Deal?

Posted on Jul 16, 2026 in The Victoria Real Estate Show

In this episode of The Greater Real Estate Show, we cover two of the hottest topics in the Canadian housing market.

First, we break down the Bank of Canada's latest rate decision and what holding interest rates steady means for buyers, sellers, homeowners, and investors.

Then, we take a closer look at BC foreclosures. Are foreclosure properties reall...

Quick or Not So Quick Market Update

Posted on May 28, 2026 in The Victoria Real Estate Show

Join Jane and Andrew on today’s Greater Victoria Real Estate Show as we talk through the current spring market, buyer and seller psychology, rising inventory, price reductions, and whether this may be a good time to buy.

With more listings coming to market and buyers having more choice, the conversation is shifting. Sellers are having to be more str...

Greater Victoria Real Estate Show - What's up with market?! - 05/14/2026

Posted on May 14, 2026 in The Victoria Real Estate Show

Andrew and Jen discuss current market conditions as the market appears to be heating up. Jen also shares some news on interest rates as Canadian jobs numbers appear to be weakening. A bad sign for the economy, but good for interest rates? Jane was absent today, but will be back next week to pipe in with her take on what's what with Victoria real es...

It’s Open House Season! We’ll Give Buyers Tips and Tricks for Making the Most of It.

Posted on Mar 26, 2026 in The Victoria Real Estate Show

Are you a buyer and wanting to make the most out of open houses? Come join Jane, Andrew and Jen today as we give you some tips and tricks for how to access open house resources, including access to ALL VREB open houses and an open house tour planner! We also will discuss what's happening with the rates Fixed are going up!! Variable are steady, and...

Land Ownership Transparency Registry - February 19, 2026

Posted on Feb 19, 2026 in The Victoria Real Estate Show

The Land Owner Transparency Registry (LOTR) is a critical part of the British Columbia real estate landscape, yet many homeowners and investors are unfamiliar with its requirements. In this educational broadcast, our contributing experts provide a clear, high-level overview of what the Land Owner Transparency Act (LOTA) means for you. While regulat...