victoria: BC Hydro, Smart Meters & 2 Tier Hydro Rate In-equities.
- 10/28/11 12:38 PM
BC Hydro, Smart Meters & 2 Tier Hydro Rate In-equities. For Those that live in British Columbia, Canada (BC), we get our electricity from BC Hydro, and for the most part they do an excellent job providing all of us with the electrical juice we all so much rely on 24/7/365, with out much interruption or concern....... Good for us, so why write this blog and why are we more than a little juiced with BC Hydro.......? Firstly the entire Smart Meter introduction, launch and "you don't have a say in the matter" attitude by which the Smart Meter program is being … (13 comments)
victoria: Mandatory Electronic Filing at Victoria Land Title Office to Commence in 2012
- 10/26/11 06:08 AM
Mandatory Electronic Filing at Victoria Land Title Office to Commence in 2012 Earlier in 2011 the Director of Land Titles for British Columbia (the “Director”) announced a significant change to the way that the BC Land Title Offices work. Beginning January 16, 2012 (the “First Implementation Date”), most Land Title Office forms will have to be filed electronically, meaning that the Victoria (and all other provincial) Land Title Offices will not accept paper copies of these forms. Beginning January 16, 2012, all Land Title Form A (for title transfer), Form B (for mortgages), and Form C (for rights of way, easements, statutory … (8 comments)
victoria: A Fall Visit to Beacon Hill Park, Victoria BC.
- 10/23/11 01:30 PM
A Fall Visit to Beacon Hill Park, Victoria BC. Not only is Beacon Hill Park, on The Edge of James Bay, Fairfiled, Cook street Village and Downtown Victoria, an Amazing Park, it's History is very checkered and disputed. Today we do not worry about the past or future of Beacon Hill Park, we are just so very grateful that we can enjoy it in every way and part of our life. The park's charter does not allow for any commercial venue, or provide for any business operations, as such Beacon Hill Park is a true oasis, a safe Island of Beauty … (7 comments)
victoria: Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From October 16, to October 23, 2011
- 10/23/11 08:32 AM
Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From October 16, to October 23, 2011 "The Malahat Summit View Point near Victoria, BCis a Pfanntastic Place to call Home" Every Week Peter and Linda Pfann take a quick reading of the Greater Victoria Real Estate Market (based on MLS information) for you. Below is our overview of the Victoria Real Estate Market over the past week. The Vancouver Island BC Communities and Areas included in this Greater Victoria Real Estate Snapshot are:Victoria, Saanich (East and West), Central Saanich, North Saanich, Sidney, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, View Royal, Highlands, Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke, … (0 comments)
victoria: Coming Soon, 2 New Victoria and Saanich Listings, both are Pfanntastic Opportunities:
- 10/22/11 08:28 AM
Coming Soon, 2 New Victoria and Saanich Listings, both are Pfanntastic Opportunities: We have noticed that some people are looking forward to our pre-listing announcements, so today we have 2 properties to share with you, that will be available for sale over the next few days to a week, in case you want additional information about these properties, please let us know and we will gladly share what we can at this time..
First: A 10th floor Ocean and Inner Harbour Views 2 bedroom and one bathroom suite in a concrete and steel building in … (11 comments)
victoria: Life In Victoria BC,........ well, it's all Duckie!
- 10/18/11 01:28 PM
Life In Victoria BC,........ well, it's all Duckie! Linda and I went for a peaceful little walk, just down to Beacon Hill Park, near the Ocean in Victoria. Beacon Hill Park is one of our most Favourite Parks in Victoria, BC. This being October 2011, and many areas in North America are reporting winter and or fall storms, we wanted to take advantage of the remaining beautiful days left in the Fall season. We can report and confirm that everything is Duckie in the Park, and all over Victoria. Here is a little proof for you. But don't let that stop you from … (20 comments)
victoria: On a Road Trip To Chemainus, BC.
- 10/16/11 07:48 AM
On a Road Trip To Chemainus, BC. Linda and I had a little road trip to Duncan this week, and in the process we had an opportunity to take a few pictures along the way, which will turn a few topical posts, but these few seemed to connect them all. It is rather interesting that we somehow (unintentionally) took pictures of some real and made belief the railroad stations along the way.. For today we will stick with the pictures...... Although I will leave you with the one question I asked myself today, Why are we trying to re-invent the "Track"...........Again? … (23 comments)
victoria: Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From October 09, to October 16, 2011
- 10/16/11 06:20 AM
Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From October 09, to October 16, 2011 "We Are very Grateful to Call Victoria, BC Home,it is a Pfanntastic Place to be Home" Every Week Peter and Linda Pfann take a quick reading of the Greater Victoria Real Estate Market (based on MLS information) for you. Below is our overview of the Victoria Real Estate Market over the past week. The Vancouver Island BC Communities and Areas included in this information are:Victoria, Saanich (East and West), Central Saanich, North Saanich, Sidney, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, View Royal, Highlands, Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke, Malahat. If … (6 comments)
victoria: Fall Home Maintenance Checklist for Greater Victoria, October Edition
- 10/14/11 05:38 AM
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist for Greater Victoria, October EditionWow Fall is really here, October brings the real warnings of the fall and winter storms.... so far so good, near perfect weather, just a few rainy days and bit of wind stay tuned.......... We know we are on borrowed time, Eventually all this nice weather will turn into our "GRAY" Season and we need to get all this fall and winter preperation stuff done before it is too late, the garden or the house receives damage, or we have to fix problems in the rain or at great expense...... By allocating … (11 comments)
victoria: Harling Point Park and The Chinese Cemetery, Oak Bay, BC.
- 10/12/11 02:01 PM
Harling Point Park and The Chinese Cemetery, Oak Bay, BC. Harling Point Park and The Chinese Cemetery, is considered Canada's oldest Chinese Cemetery, and as such a significant National, Canadian and Chinese Historic and cultural site. In 1903 this beautiful location was purchased by the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association and was used as a Cemetery until 1950. Until 1930 (when Chinese government disallowed the practice) it was common for families, clans or associations to exhume remains (after 7 years) and returning the remains to the Chinese homeland. The Site, designated as a historic site since 1995, is truly a near perfect … (9 comments)
victoria: Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From October 02, to October 09, 2011
- 10/09/11 03:54 AM
Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From October 02, to October 09, 2011 "We Are very Grateful to Call Victoria, BC Home,it is a Pfanntastic Place to be Home" Every Week Peter and Linda Pfann take a quick reading of the Greater Victoria Real Estate Market (based on MLS information) for you. Below is our overview of the Victoria Real Estate Market over the past week. The Vancouver Island BC Communities and Areas included in this information are:Victoria, Saanich (East and West), Central Saanich, North Saanich, Sidney, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, View Royal, Highlands, Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke, Malahat. If … (10 comments)
victoria: Victoria BC, Real Estate Single Family Homes Real Estate Market Update Jan.-Sept. 2011.
- 10/09/11 03:28 AM
Victoria BC, Real Estate Single Family Homes Real Estate Market Update Jan.-Sept. 2011. Peter and Linda Pfann, are Victoria, BC, Realtors assisting clients (both local and around the world) with buying, selling, investing and retiring in and around your Pfanntastic Greater Victoria, BC Canada Home since 1986 and we are pleased to provide you with the current market statistics for Single Family Homes in Victoria BC. The Areas and Neighbourhoods Forming The City of Victoria BC Are : Burnside, Central Park, Down Town, Inner Harbour, Fairfield, Fernwood, Hillside, James Bay, Mayfair, Sears, Rock Bay, Rockland, Songhees, Victoria West, Vic West, Victoria. … (0 comments)
victoria: ABKHAZI GARDEN, Victoria BC, near the Oak Bay Border
- 10/02/11 08:24 AM
ABKHAZI GARDEN, Victoria BC, near the Oak Bay Border Abkhazi Garden, is a formally privately owned residence and property along Fairfield rd. in Fairfield Victoria BC, Near the Oak Bay border. Tucked away at #1964 is one of those tranquil and amazing personal interpretations and integration of nature, design, beauty and function. Bought in 1946 by Peggy (not yet) Abkhazi, work was started first to design and construct the gardens we see today, a small summer house was next, and eventually in 1947 the main house was constructed to complement the garden and property. Currently the House if used for a … (19 comments)
victoria: Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From September 25, To October 02, 2011
- 10/02/11 04:30 AM
Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From September 25, To Octover 02, 2011 "Gonzales Bay, Victoria, BC near the border with Oak Bay, BC,is a Pfanntastic Place to Call Home" Every Week Peter and Linda Pfann take a quick reading of the Greater Victoria Real Estate Market (based on MLS information) for you. Below is our overview of the Victoria Real Estate Market over the past week. The Vancouver Island BC Communities and Areas included in this information are:Victoria, Saanich (East and West), Central Saanich, North Saanich, Sidney, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, View Royal, Highlands, Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, Sooke, Malahat. … (3 comments)
victoria: Oak Bay Real Estate Market 3 Year Review 2009 - 2011 YTD
- 09/28/11 01:44 PM
Oak Bay Real Estate Market 3 Year Review 2009 - 2011 YTD. Oak Bay is considered one of the most desirable communities within the Greater Victoria Region and offers a unique and Romantic Village atmosphere with many tree lined streets, smaller homes in some areas and substantial estates in others. A quick review of the past few years in single family homes activities in Oak Bay offers a bit of insight in the stability and continued interest in this wonderful part of Greater Victoria. We have compiled some additional resources aboutOak Bay for those that are interested, right here As … (2 comments)
victoria: GO Fly a Kite......In Victoria BC!
- 09/25/11 08:13 AM
GO Fly a Kite......In Victoria BC!Clover Point in Victoria BC, is just about the most perfect place to do just that.....Kite Flying was fun growing up, and for many families it is still a great summer activity in the park or on the beach.At Clover Point at the most Southern Point of Victoria's Fairfield area, you will often find teams of Kite Flyers, practicing take offs, landings and a large variety of formation flying.It is an amazing sight, and for the thousands of people that visit Clover Point it is almost as spectacular as the vista's from this wonderful location.
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victoria: Home Buying Home Work Assignments, it is Well Worth it!
- 09/25/11 07:17 AM
Home Buying Home Work Assignments, it is Well Worth it! For Potential Home Buyers there are a few essential "Home Buying Home Work Assignments" Peter and Linda Pfann suggest in advance of shopping for your future Pfanntastic Greater Victoria Home and have the best possible results.In a recent article we reviewed some of the preparations Home Sellers should complete before they offer their property for sale to generate the best possible results, (you can read this article here). As with home sellers, we have prepared a number of reports and guides that will help potential home buyers along with the entire process, (please contact us to receive free copies) … (11 comments)
victoria: Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From September 18, to September 25, 2011
- 09/25/11 04:01 AM
Greater Victoria Real Estate Listing & Sales Activity From September 18, To September 25, 2011 "Finlayson Arm, On the Edge of Goldstream Park in Langford and the Highlands BCis a Pfanntastic Place to Call Home" Every Week Peter and Linda Pfann take a quick reading of the Greater Victoria Real Estate Market (based on MLS information) for you. Below is our overview of the Victoria Real Estate Market over the past week. The Vancouver Island BC Communities and Areas included in this information are:Victoria, Saanich (East and West), Central Saanich, North Saanich, Sidney, Oak Bay, Esquimalt, View Royal, Highlands, Langford, Colwood, … (3 comments)
victoria: Get Your Home Ready to Sell, It Is Worth It
- 09/23/11 03:36 PM
Get Your Home Ready To Sell It Is Worth It. In preparing your house to sell, ask yourself over and over if your house looks like someone else's dream house. Houses in move-in condition tend to be inviting to buyers; houses that are in like-new condition typically sell fastest and procures the best price because it outshine the competition. With that in mind, here are a few things to consider as you look over your house when getting ready to sell: Please know that in the interest of space, the information within this report is summarized to the essential suggestions, we … (41 comments)
victoria: Silence Before the Salmon Run in Langford BC, Near Victoria
- 09/22/11 02:37 PM
Silence Before the Salmon Run in Langford BC, Near Victoria A quick visit to Goldstream Park, is always good for some wonderful relaxing time along some of the many trails. It does almost feel like the park knows to relax just before its biggest season to the year is about to start..... Salmon Spawning Season is just around the corner, and although nobody knows for sure if and how many Salmon will return this year, the Finlayson Arm and Goldstream Rive are ready for it. Over the next month or so, the Salmon will start to arrive, to complete their cycle … (4 comments)
BC Hydro, Smart Meters & 2 Tier Hydro Rate In-equities.
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