Why Nelson,BC is a Great Place to Live and Invest in Real Estate
As a locally-owned and operated real estate brokerage based in Nelson, BC, we are proud to call this town our home. Over the years, we have seen first-hand why Nelson is a great place to live, work and play. In this blog post we will explore a few of the top reasons why Nelson is a great place to call home. 1- Affordable Real Esate Option In BC One of the top reasons why Nelson is a great place to invest in real esate is affordability. Compared to larger cities in BC, our town offers more affordable housing options, making it a great choice for first-time homebuyers or those looking to downsize. Pricing in Nelson is significantly lower than comparable housing in BC's larger centers like Vancouver or Victoria. 2- Beautiful Natural Surroundings Nelson is surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Our town is situated near the Selkirk Mountan Range and on beautiful Kootenay Lake, providing residents with many opportunitites to explore the outdoors. Whether you enjoy hiking, skiing, or kayaking, there are plenty of outdoor acitivites to enjoy in Nelson. 3- Strong Community Spirit One of the things that make Nelson a great place to live is our strong community spirit. Our town is made up of friendly and welcoming people who take pride in their community. There are many community events and activities throughout the year providing residents with opportunities to connect with one another and build meaningful relationships. 4- Access to Amenities Despite being a small town, Nelson offers residents access to a wide range of amenities. Our town has a variety of shops, restaurants and services. We support "Shop Local" and are proud of the many home grown businesses that are thriving in Nelson. If you are interested in learning more about real estate opportuniites in Nelson, please contact us!
The Lock-in Effect
The lock-in effect refers to homeowners choosing to stay in their homes due to rising mortgage rates, as they have a low interest rate locked in. This phenomen reduces housing supply. The impact of the lock-in effect on buying a home is limited inventory and higher prices, which may make it difficult for homebuyers to find suitable housing. With a rate pause signalled in Canada it will be interesting to see if more home owners choose to list their homes this spring. If you have questions about listing feel free to connect, we are happy to help you navigate the process of buying or selling a home. Link Through to the article. What is the Lock-In Effect?
Climate Risk Scores - Online Tool Attaches Climate Risk Scores to Canadian Listings
A new tool has been introduced in Canada that attaches climate risk scores to real estate listings, enabling prospective buyers to understand how climate change will affect their properties. The tool is a partnership between the US-based online real estate climate risk caculator, ClimateCheck, and the Montreal-based platform, Local Logic. The climate risk scores are already live on Royal LePage listings and are soon to be introduced on Sotheby's International Realty Canada and REW.ca listings, according to May Warren, a housing reporter for the Toronto Star. The aim of the tool is to raise awareness of climate risks and encourage homeowners to take steps to mitigate those risks, such as through landscaping work. As a real estate agent, it is exciting to see the industry take such proactive steps towards addressing climate change risks, and I look forward to this tool being made more widely available across Canada. Click the link to read Toronto Star article. A homebuyer’s newest piece of intel: check the climate risk score
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