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  • Federal Budget 2024: Key Changes to Canada's Capital Gains Tax

    Federal Budget 2024: Key Changes to Canada's Capital Gains Tax,Mark Koch and Associates

    As part of the recently unveiled 2024 budget, Canada is set to adjust the capital gains inclusion rate, a move that could significantly impact investors and taxpayers. Let’s dive into what these changes mean and how they might affect you. What Are Capital Gains? Capital gains occur when you sell

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  • JUST LISTED!! | 178 Cadboro Place, Nanaimo, B.C. $799,900.00

    JUST LISTED!! | 178 Cadboro Place, Nanaimo, B.C. $799,900.00,Mark Koch and Associates

    A recently updated family home on a cul-de-sac with a well-appointed in-law suite. This home has a fantastic layout for a purchaser seeking a large family home with separate living quarters, or perhaps is looking for supplemental income from the suite below. The upstairs has 3-bedrooms, 1-bathroom, and easy access

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  • JUST LISTED!! | 306-2111 Meredith Road, Nanaimo, B.C. $549,900.00

    JUST LISTED!! | 306-2111 Meredith Road, Nanaimo, B.C. $549,900.00,Mark Koch and Associates

    Bright and cheery 2-bedroom condo on the quieter side of Meredith Courts. This 3rd floor condo has a great open concept floorplan and even comes with 2 parking stalls. The unit boasts a large primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. The second bedroom is on the other side

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  • FOR SALE!! | 3030 Jameson Road, Nanaimo, B.C. $2,799,900.00

    FOR SALE!! | 3030 Jameson Road, Nanaimo, B.C. $2,799,900.00,Mark Koch and Associates

    If you’re looking for the lifestyle that people move to Vancouver Island for then look no further. Original house built in 2004, has 3 huge bedrooms plus a den that could even be a 4th. The main level living has a fantastic open concept layout that spills out on to

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  • FOR SALE!! | 203-1244 4th Ave, Ladysmith, B.C. $524,900.00

    FOR SALE!! | 203-1244 4th Ave, Ladysmith, B.C. $524,900.00,Mark Koch and Associates

    Fantastic 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo located in the popular Executive on the Creek development, one of Ladysmith’s finest. This 1128 sq ft floor plan gives you the perfect living space and includes an open living/dining area with adjoining kitchen/eating nook complete with cozy natural gas fireplace, 9′ ceilings, pantry,

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  • For Sale! | 2289 South Wellington Road $779,900

    For Sale! | 2289 South Wellington Road $779,900,Mark Koch and Associates

    Nicely situated in the rural neighbourhood of South Wellington, this desirable location is close to Golfing at Eaglequest golf course, boating, hiking trails, Nanaimo Airport and is less then a 5-minute drive to all of South Nanaimo & Chase River’s amenities. This pre–construction sale by reputable Boehm Construction will feature

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  • Bank of Canada holds policy rate at 0.25%

    Bank of Canada holds policy rate at 0.25%,Mark Koch and Associates

    The bank of Canada Wednesday announced it will be holding it’s overnight rate of 0.25% and stated that it will continue the reinvestment phase of its balance sheet by maintaining its holdings of Government of Canada bonds. On the economic outlook, the Bank noted that “GDP growth in the second

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  • Bank of Canada holds benchmark interest rate steady at COVID-19 low, but slows down other stimulus

    Bank of Canada holds benchmark interest rate steady at COVID-19 low, but slows down other stimulus,Mark Koch and Associates

    On July 14, the Bank of Canada maintained its target for the overnight benchmark rate at 0.25%.

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  • FOR SALE! | 2289 South Wellington Road, Nanaimo, B.C. 279,900.00

    FOR SALE! | 2289 South Wellington Road, Nanaimo, B.C. 279,900.00,Mark Koch and Associates

    JUST LISTED! | 2289 South Wellington Road $279,900.00Affordable vacant lot in the rural neighborhood of South Wellington, this desirable location is close to the Nanaimo Airport, shopping, hiking trails, and golfing at Eaglequest GC. Perfect for a spec builder or someone looking to build their dream home in the country with the close amenities of […]

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  • 2021 - Looking Ahead

    2021 - Looking Ahead,Mark Koch and Associates

    NANAIMO, B.C. – Although there is still a level of uncertainty moving forward there does seem to be some light at the end of the tunnel. Consumer confidence remains high for central Vancouver Island and a general belief that Real Estate will continue to be one of the best investment options in 2021.As local inventory […]

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  • 2020 - A year in review

    2020 - A year in review,Mark Koch and Associates

    NANAIMO, B.C. – 2020 was a strange year to say the least for most people. Without question the Global Pandemic has impacted how we socialize, work and go about our daily lives. Impacts have been felt across many sectors of our economy from international trade, small and local businesses, restaurants and tourism are just a […]

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  • Top 100 Western Canada!

    Top 100 Western Canada!,Mark Koch and Associates

    We’re excited to share that our team placed 58th for the month of November on completed transactions in all of Western Canada! 

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