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Ah, summertime. There’s no better place to be than in Whistler when the sun comes out. With endless mountains to hiked, bike trails to be ridden and greenery to explore (or golf) – the possibilities to work up a sweat are endless. The best part about being active outdoors is the reward of ‘cooling down’ […]

Buying a second home or vacation property in Whistler takes some financial planning, starting with creating a savings budget. Your first home buying experience may have taught you about down payments, closing costs, as well as maintenance and repair, but budgeting for a second home can be a little different. If you are considering buying […]

Canada’s Day in Whistler is a time for celebration. Not only do you get to walk among the path of Olympians, indulge in a wide variety of cuisine and take in the fresh, clean air of the mountains. Whistler is a great place that encompasses everything that makes British Columbia so sought after as a […]

Real estate is changing, it is moving more and more into the digital age. How we view homes and buy property is advancing. New 3D Virtual Tours are letting more people see homes from around the world, from the comfort of their living rooms. Today’s tech savvy buyers use the internet, not their cars, to […]

There have been a lot of changes in the world of financing over the past year, particularly in property financing. From appraisals to documentation, there are many recent changes you must be aware of when you are looking to finance a property in Whistler. We spoke to the finance experts at the Sea to Sky […]

It’s not surprising that many who visit Whistler have imagined what it must be like to live in a resort community. With two mountains’ worth of skiing, biking and hiking trails, plus kilometres of backcountry and a renowned village hub, Whistler offers a pretty long list of adventures literally right outside your door. But let’s not forget […]

Golf is one of the most popular Summer activities in Whistler. It’s easy to see why, Whistler’s spectacular scenery provides the backdrop for the award winner/ world class local golf courses. Golf season in Whistler generally stretches from early May to mid-October. You may even have special local spectators to your game, the bears of […]

The most common first step home buyers take when looking for a property is to search online. Before the internet, Realtors were the gatekeepers of real estate listings, with printed copies or listings not allowed to leave their offices. Now, the general starting point for buyers is to head online and look at listings in […]

Interior design trends are always changing and style is so subjective, you often find people recommending wildly different things! If you’re looking to update your home decor, we have put together a simple guide that will keep your home fresh and modern for a long time. After speaking to experts, we’ve based this on modern […]

Whistler and the surrounding area is home to some of the most spectacular hikes in British Columbia. Whether you are hiking or biking it is important to follow proper trail etiquette to preserve the experience for all visitors. Whether you are a seasoned hiker looking for a refresher or you are new to the outdoor […]