We’d like to introduce you to our newest agent, Erica Lawson. Erica ventured to Whistler from Ontario at the age of 18, immersing herself in the mountain town’s charm, as she explored her new home alone. Her first few weeks in Whistler were filled with late September sunshine, absolute freedom, and an overwhelming feeling of belonging. Erica returned to school, to pursue business studies at BCIT, and commenced her career at Blueshore Financial. Known for her exceptional client service, negotiating skills, and getting things done; Erica is dedicated to helping clients through the highly compet ..read more

Let’s talk about the first quarter of 2024 in the Whistler and Pemberton real estate markets. Over the course of the quarter, inventory levels ticked up, as did consumer confidence as a result of the Bank of Canada holding interest rates steady and suggesting that the first interest rate decrease will take place later this year. This has set the table for what we anticipate to be an active spring market. Whistler In Whistler, there were a total of 117* sales in Q1, with sales increasing for two consecutive months in January and February and a slight slow down in March. Overall sales volumes we ..read more

In a town where everyone is active, it’s important to get in a good meal! Whistler offers a huge number of lunch spots, but with so many options it can be hard to decide where to go. Here are some of the best places to have lunch in Whistler. 1.      Provisions  Since opening its doors in December 2023, this new café and restaurant has quickly become a local favourite. The interior feels like you have stepped into a European café with stylish design features everywhere you look. Provisions is a perfect location for a coffee catch up with friends, lunchtime gr ..read more

2023 was an overall slower year in the Whistler and Pemberton real estate markets, allowing inventory to tick up while prices held. The main drivers of the lower sales volume were the impacts of inflation on households and the overall borrowing power of buyers as a result of the sustained high interest rates throughout the year. Whistler In Whistler, there were a total of 490* sales in 2023, which is a 13% drop from 2022 and the lowest annual sales volume our market has seen in the last 10 years. Total sales dollar volume in the Whistler market was $867M, about $60 million shy of the 10-year ..read more

We’d like to introduce you to our newest agent, Julia (AKA Jules) Murray. Jules is a born and raised Whistler Olympian and marketing specialist with all the local knowledge you could ask for. Her roots run deep in this town with her late Father being the legendary Dave Murray. She’s worn many hats over the years as an entrepreneur and marketing specialist in the plant-based nutrition world, and is now ready to utilize her versatility, experience, and local knowledge to dive into the next chapter of her career life as a realtor, following in her Mom and her stepdad Ray’s footsteps. With her nat ..read more

Let’s talk about the third quarter of 2023 in the Whistler and Pemberton real estate markets.  The third quarter in Whistler and Pemberton consisted of steady sales, with some exceptional transactions boosting the luxury market segment. The consistent pace, while slightly lower sales activity, is due to the continued questions about interest rates and future Bank of Canada policies. Listing inventory has continued its slow upward progression. This could also be due in part to the end of the summer season, but it does afford buyers more options and opportunities to choose from. Whistler R ..read more

Let’s talk about the second quarter of 2023 in the Whistler and Pemberton real estate markets. Building on the end of Q1 market momentum, April remained a busy month in terms of sales, which got even busier in May before slowing down in June. The June slowdown likely came as a function of the interest rate increase announcement at the beginning of the month, coupled with an expectation that the government is not yet done raising rates. Overall market inventory increased but remained low, which led to the return of many multiple offer situations in certain market segments. Whistler Real Estat ..read more

Real Estate Market Report: Let’s talk about the first quarter of 2023 in the Whistler and Pemberton real estate markets. January 2023 was a very slow month in terms of sales, but the markets rebounded in February and March. This came as a function of increased economic certainty, as the Bank of Canada has signalled that interest rate increases have likely come to an end.  The return of some certainty in terms of rates has led to an increase in market activity, with our inventory still being low this has even resulted in us seeing the return of multiple offers. Watch Q1 2023 Market Report ..read more

Whistler is consistently ranked one of North America’s top ski resorts for a reason. With endless year-round recreational activities, stunning views and glacier lakes, world-class dining, events and activities, with a vibrant Village with all your daily-living amenities – all conveniently located within 2 hours of Vancouver’s International airport. If you are considering purchasing a property in Whistler as an investment opportunity with the intention of renting it out, you will encounter some unique property covenants designed to bolster the supply of tourist accommodations in Whistler. Two k ..read more

Talk to your Accountant about the Underused Housing Tax On January 1, 2022, the Government of Canada introduced the Underused Housing Tax (UHT) with the intended goal of helping to cool down Canada’s housing market. Generally speaking, the UHT is an annual 1% tax on residential property owned by non-resident, non-Canadians that is deemed to be vacant or underused by the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA). There are situations, however, where the tax or reporting obligations could apply to Canadian citizens or residents, so it is important to understand whether you are an excluded or affected owner ..read more