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Easter is here and that means extra time with your family and friends to enjoy the beautiful Comox Valley! Between our local recreation departments, Filberg Lodge and Park and local businesses, there is no shortage of fun things to do with your loved ones this weekend.

The Filberg Park Annual Easter Bunny Trail

April 15 & April 16

A self-guided Easter hunt around Filberg Park! You can pick up a trail map anytime from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday and begin your search to find all of the bunnies! Once completed, turn in your map for treats and prizes.

Easter Farmers Market / April 15

Head over to the Hornby Community Hall from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. for an Easter lunch, crafts, goodies and more!

Cumberland Easter Egg Hunt / April 16

Does this sound like YOUR home?

Spring is in bloom in the Comox Valley! Surely you know what that means – it’s prime Real Estate season. The Comox Valley is no longer Vancouver Island’s best-kept secret, with out-of-town buyers, Canadian military postings, and of course, our local savvy investors. And can you blame them? Our mild climate and stunning natural beauty offers THE unparalleled lifestyle for families, retirees, and young people alike. 

You’ve likely heard in the news that our inventory is low, and we still find ourselves in a very active market, which is only picking up. Properties are being snapped up by savvy buyers (sometimes even before the For Sale sign breaks ground!) and selling for record-breaking prices.

We’re seeing…

Buying in a busy market often leads to multiple offers...are you ready?

Bidding wars! As we currently find ourselves in a heated sellers market here in the Comox Valley, our buyers MUST be prepared for multiple offer situations. When demand is high and supply is low, prices will get pushed higher and higher – testing the limits of the market’s buyers. So with little to choose from and fierce competition, you might wonder why buyers are so active – the answer is, it’s still an excellent time to buy. With home prices across Courtenay and Comox continuing to climb, now is an ideal time to get in. You just need to be prepared to take a few additional measures to ensure you can secure the home of your dreams.

 Here are a few strategies to help YOU come…