Market Updates

Aug. 14, 2026

Comox Valley and Campbell River: Buyer's or Seller's Market?

Summer in the Comox Valley and Campbell River always brings me the same question, in one form or another: is this a good time to buy, or a good time to sell?

The honest answer is that it depends far less on the calendar than on your price range.

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April 13, 2026

Comox Valley & Campbell River Market Update – April 2026


 

CATHERINE'S STATISTICAL ANALYSIS – April 2026

March 2026 shows encouraging signs of growth, much like the early stages of spring.

In the Comox Valley, the single-family residential market remains steady. Listings and sales are closely aligned with last year, while average sale prices have softened by approximately 5 percent. …

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March 11, 2026

Comox Valley & Campbell River Market Update – March 2026

Spring is approaching quickly in the Comox Valley real estate market. Here’s what the latest numbers and what we’re seeing on the ground are telling us.



CATHERINE'S STATISTICAL ANALYSIS – March 2026

Comox Valley and Campbell River Real Estate Showing Strong Signs Heading Into Spring

The real estate markets in both …

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Jan. 29, 2026

Your Ultimate Guide to Comox Valley Real Estate: Market Insights & Neighborhood Highlights (2026)

Discover why Comox Valley remains one of Vancouver Island’s most sought-after real estate markets—and how to navigate it with confidence.

Welcome to Comox Valley – Where Coastal Charm Meets Real Estate Opportunity

Nestled between the Salish Sea and the snow-capped peaks of the Beaufort Range, Comox Valley isn’t just a place …

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Oct. 23, 2025

OSFI’s New Mortgage Rules for Rental Properties


OSFI’s New Mortgage Rules for Rental Properties: What BC Investors Need to Know

October 2025 – Canadian Real Estate Update

 

The Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI) has announced new rules this fall that will make it more challenging for investors to qualify for mortgages on rental …

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June 27, 2025

New to the Comox Valley? 7 Essential Tips for First-Time Homebuyers in Cumberland, Courtenay & Comox

Introduction

Welcome to the Comox Valley! This stunning region on Vancouver Island, encompassing the charming communities of Cumberland, Courtenay, and Comox, offers a unique blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and a welcoming atmosphere. If you're considering making the Comox Valley your new home, especially as a first-time homebuyer, you're …

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May 1, 2024

Examining "The Market"

There is not one real estate market in Canada, in the Province or even in your town. The news headlines might lead you to believe that everyone is in the same boat, the reality is... we're not.

 

“Housing Market Bounces Back”

“Majority of Aspiring Home Owners Awaiting Rate Drops” …

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March 1, 2023

What Is Going To Happen With The Market?

I hear a lot of people saying the market is going to continue to go down, and I hear a lot of people saying they don’t have a crystal ball and cannot predict what is going to happen. What I can tell you from my over 25 years in the …

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Feb. 1, 2023

Inflation, where is it going?

I was sitting at a table today and we started talking about the inflation rate. Both of my tablemates felt interest rates were going to head up to 20% again as they did in the 80s. I want to give you my professional opinion on this interesting outlook and why I …

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Aug. 1, 2022

Headlines Capture Attention

The more “The Sky is Falling” headlines there are in the news the better the readership. The challenge for readers is that often there is no factual data or analytical perspective in these articles. Here is a recent article in Better Dwelling about how drastically home prices are dropping.

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