Monthly Archives: January 2021

The 2021 Market

Posted on January 28, 2021 by duttons in News

2021 has started off with a bang. The BC Real Estate Association believe says home sales in 2021 could match what we experienced in 2016.

Strata Insurance Update 2021

Posted on January 27, 2021 by duttons in News

The provincial government has released a report on the state of property insurance for strata corporations. Large increases in premiums in the past few years have re-opened the discussion on how the insurance industry sets fees for stratas.

Aria | Humboldt Valley

Posted on January 26, 2021 by duttons in Buying, Listing, News, Property Management

Welcome to the Aria, located at 737 Humboldt Street in the centre of Humboldt Valley. This micro-neighbourhood is found right in the heart of the city and just a short jaunt to the ocean.

Way To Go Ainsley, Your First Year!

Posted on January 20, 2021 by duttons in Buying, Listing, News, Victoria

Ainsley, congrats on completing your first year a Realtor! What a crazy year to start your career in real estate! But look at what you’ve accomplished.

Congrats Zana on 13 years!

Posted on January 14, 2021 by duttons in News, Property Management, Renting, Victoria

Congratulations Zana on your 13th anniversary with Duttons! Since you joined us back in 2008, your devotion to Duttons has contributed immeasurably to our success. We are so grateful for you!

Thanks Reiner, 1 year on!

Posted on January 9, 2021 by duttons in Buying, Listing, News, Renting

Reiner, it’s been a great year! Can you believe it’s already been 12 months since you joined us, way back in January 2020!? The testimonials your clients have posted say it all… it’s been a fabulous first year! Congratulations!

The Reef | James Bay

Posted on January 8, 2021 by duttons in Buying, Listing, News, Property Management, Renting

Welcome to The Reef at 21 Erie Street in Beautiful James Bay. Located across the street from Fisherman’s Wharf and 21 Dallas Road (The prestigious Shoal Point), this modern building is one of Victoria’s premier residences.

Victoria Real Estate Market | December 2020

Posted on January 7, 2021 by duttons in News

Wow, what an exceptional year! We hope that you and your family are all safe.

We’ve got a great article on market value vs. assessed value, stats from December and all of 2020 and an old blog post of ours that is quite timeless on the subject of BC Assessment.

Rental Showing Agent

Posted on January 6, 2021 by duttons in News

Do you love real estate/interior design & helping people? Then join us as a Rental Showing Agent! We are a growing company with a respected 25+ year history in Fairfield. And we need you to help us show vacant condos & premier residences, plus assist our licensed Property Managers.

Contact 250-389-1011 brian@duttons.com

Brian Ogilvie

Associate Broker | Director of Operations

Brian brings exceptional operational abilities to Duttons. Brian is licensed as an Associate Broker with the company and along with achieving his Broker’s license, he is licensed in Property Management and Strata. His organizational, time-management and communication skills help ensure the many complex details of our property portfolio are tracked. In a detail-oriented business, Brian’s skills are critical to ensure our property owner’s interests are well looked after.

Brian studied marketing at Camosun College and International Management at the University of Lethbridge but his travels and work experience abroad are what allowed him to gain an international perspective to business. Brian lived in France where he studied French and interned with a large corporation before returning to Canada to work in corporate communications and investor relations in Calgary. Finally, he obtained an internship at the Canadian Consulate in Seattle and worked in the treasury department of a Fortune 500 foreign exchange company in 2010 before joining Duttons.

Born and raised in Victoria, Brian also has an intimate knowledge of the city. A lifelong learner and detail-oriented, he is continually working to improve our systems for the benefit of our clients.

Testimonials

Contact 250-383-7100 cindy@duttons.com

Cindy Hayworth

Senior Accounts Manager

Cindy joined Duttons in 2007 and brings a strong background of accounting skills and management to the Company. During her tenure at Duttons, Cindy has streamlined our accounting systems and is focused on the security and confidentiality of client transactions, utilizing the newest online transfer technology available.

Cindy is responsible for delivering the timely financial reports clients require and works closely with local accountants on behalf of our clients living abroad. On the tenant side, Cindy maintains and handles the setup of our electronic tenant payment systems.

Having operated her own Property Management and Sales business for fifteen years prior to joining Duttons, Cindy is able to offer a high level of experience and expertise to both our clients and Duttons itself. Each day she skillfully answers client and tenant inquiries regarding their accounts. Above all, Cindy meticulously tracks the many financial details imperative to solid management and adds value to our property owners.

Testimonials

Contact 250-383-7100 jenny@duttons.com

Jenny Dyer

Administrative Assistant

Jenny is invaluable as an Assistant to the Sales Team. She brings years of experience in real estate, having honed her skills as a key member of a real estate brokerage in Ontario. With Duttons since 2010, she is involved in preparing marketing materials for our properties, coordinating showings and tracking feedback from agent showings.

Most importantly, Jenny works diligently to ensure our team is well informed and has all of the materials they need to facilitate the successful marketing of a property.

Her background and experience have helped the Sales Team grow in efficiencies and provide our clients with an exceptional level of personalized service. In fact, both our clients and suppliers know how personable Jenny is, and how keen she is to help.

Away from Duttons, you might see Jenny exploring one of the many beautiful trails in the westshore, where she lives with her family.