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Congratulations, you’ve just moved to Whistler!  Moving house is exciting, but it can also be pretty stressful. At Whistler Real Estate we pride ourselves in taking care of our clients, not just during the sales process, but after. Having a checklist of everything you need to do when you move can make everything a lot […]

As we close on 2018 and begin making our New Year resolutions for 2019 we reflect on the major events of the past year. Vail Resorts has completed many noticeable changes to the Whistler resort since its $1.4 billion purchase of Whistler Blackcomb 2 years ago. Whistler has seen some major changes in 2018 as […]

Written by Rebecca Craig from Whistler’s home staging company Whistler Lifestyle Design. As the end of the year approaches, we naturally start to think about how to refresh and rejuvenate our own spaces.  Simple questions such as, what colour should we be painting our walls, and what colour couch and/or accessories should we be buying?  […]

It’s very normal to worry when buying a house. With such a big purchase there will always be thoughts in the back of your mind about whether it is the right decision.  First time buyers especially ask us how they will know that they have found the right home. As a general rule, it should […]

Create a special place in your Whistler home for special occasions, a well-planned dining room gives you an opportunity to create a beautiful social space for entertaining family and friends. How you decorate this room should reflect all the various ways in which you may use it. It is important to find the right balance […]

Whistler is known for its incredible properties and often competitive real estate marketplace. Inventory in Whistler is limited and unless you are buying land to build on, brand-new properties are a rarity, so it’s always exciting when there is a new development in the area. Buying a development property means that you are purchasing a […]

Christmas is a busy time in Whistler Village, many people come to spend the holidays with friends and loved ones. It’s impossible not to get into the holiday spirit as you stroll through the snow covered Whistler village and the twinkling festive lights. There are plenty of fun and festive Christmas activities going on in […]

Ready to buy a Whistler property? Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make in your lifetime. There is a lot to consider, from establishing your budget to deciding where to live. Here are 10 things to consider when looking to buy a home in Whistler:  1.Budget One of the first […]

A trip to Whistler during peak ski season can be costly and many of the exciting activities on offer are expensive. However, Whistler is a very community-minded place, which is why you will find a great offering of free activities for locals and visitors alike throughout the year. Whistler offers plenty of free events and […]

Should you invest in property in Whistler? This is a common question that our Realtors receive and one which has a fairly complicated answer. Most people in Whistler would say that investing in Whistler is a great decision, and history would back that up. From a perspective of profit, recent years have shown that investing […]