Plank's Ponderings

In addition to other benefits, a one reason for hiring an agent to represent you when listing is to provide distance between yourself and potential buyers, basically creating a firewall to protect your interests.  Interested buyers and their agents, given an opportunity to speak with an owner, wi...

Call agent for more info: Andrew Plank at 250-360-6106 Or Text for more info: Text "house 106387" To 32075 663 Aquarius Road Victoria, BC v9C 4G5 Your horoscope says this is the one... Price : $749,900 Bedrooms : 4 Bathrooms : 4 Square Foot : 3,463 Lot Size : 88,426 sq.ft. County : Metchosin Pro...

#311-2757 Quadra Street.  New Listing!  MLS # 282362 One bedroom one bathroom condo on 3rd floor of this well maintained building.  Centrally located and on bus routes to town, shopping and schools, Boasting updated kitchen and bath, newer appliances (included!), laminate and tile floors (no rugs...

Buyer agents often get a bad rap for pushiness, limited availability, and a lack of interest or deep understanding of their clients needs.  Let's take a deeper look at why... It's often said that people don't value those things which come to them for free.  In real estate, in most cases, buyers c...

It's been about four years since I stepped away from my first business, Camera Traders, and put on my Realtor hat (and suit and tie) for a new adventure.  Perhaps I've worked with you; perhaps we haven't connected for a while.  It's long past time I brought you up to speed. Since 2006, I've helpe...

"BUYERS ARE LIARS" It's a saying heard from salespeople to explain away the confusion they are feeling or to help a fellow realtor feel better about a sale that has gone sideways for no apparent reason.    Sometimes things truly come out of the blue, unexpected, but most times, there's a reason. ...

June 12/13 Saturday & Sunday 2-4pm  1561 Stockton Crescent #104 Accessible.  Everything is near at hand in this 1140 sq foot 2 bed (+DEN/Office), 2 bath ground-level condo.  Shopping, Library, Movies, Restaurants, UVic, Camosun, Buses.  A great layout, this home features in suite laundry, a good...

Having recently attended a course on archeological sites and their relation to real estate, I found the following article by the CBC a timely and useful illustration of the importance, and the difficulties, in identifying areas of archeological importance.  The impact on an owner or buyer can be ...

2002 built home on a quiet cul-de-sac with a great floorplan. 2 bedrooms up (Master has walk-in & cheater ensuite), open concept living space w/ large living room, well designed kitchen w/ eating bar, & dining room.  On the lower level, a small office area, a 1 bedroom in-law accomodation w/ sha...