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The Victoria real estate market in August 2026 is entering the second half of summer with plenty of inventory, steady buyer activity, and more room for negotiation in certain parts of the market. July gave us a useful starting point. A total of 673 properties sold across the Victoria Real Estate Board region, while 3,847 active listings remained available at the end of the month. Sales slowed slightly from June, but buyers remained active. So, what could August bring? The most likely scenario is not a dramatic market shift. Instead, we expect many of the trends seen through early summer to continue: buyers remaining selective, inventory gradually tightening, and properly priced homes continuing to outperform listings that miss the market. August Market Outlook at a Glance Based on July's market conditions, August could bring: Slightly fewer new listings as summer continues Continued selection for buyers across many property types More negotiation opportunities on homes that have been sitting Stronger activity around well-priced and well-presented properties Continued competition among condo sellers Relatively stable financing conditions heading into September August is also likely to remain highly dependent on the individual neighbourhood, property type, and price range. Inventory Could Begin to Tighten One number worth watching closely is inventory. Greater Victoria ended July with 3,847 active listings, down from the 4,054 listings available at the end of June. That does not mean buyers are suddenly running out of options. However, it may signal the beginning of the normal late-summer shift as fewer homeowners choose to launch listings during vacation season. If new listings slow while buyers remain active, some of the best properties could face stronger competition. For buyers waiting for significantly more selection later in August, there is no guarantee that will happen. Buyers May Continue to Have Negotiating Room More inventory has changed the way many buyers approach the market. Rather than feeling pressure to make an offer simply because a suitable home becomes available, buyers can often compare multiple properties and determine where the strongest value exists. That can create opportunities to negotiate beyond the purchase price, including: Possession dates Included items Repairs Subject periods Deposits Closing timelines However, negotiation power depends heavily on the property. A home that has been sitting for several weeks with limited activity may offer considerably more flexibility than a well-priced property that has just reached the market. Internal link: What Buyers Should Negotiate Beyond the Purchase Price The Best Homes Could Still Sell Quickly More inventory does not automatically mean every home will sit on the market. One of the clearest patterns we continue to see is the difference between properties that are positioned properly and those that are not. Buyers have more choices, which means they can quickly compare price, condition, location, layout, and overall value. Homes that check several of those boxes can still generate strong interest. Meanwhile, an overpriced property may sit even when similar homes nearby are selling. Condo Sellers May Face More Competition The condo market remains one area worth watching closely in August. July saw 209 condo sales, down 7.1% from July 2025. By comparison, single-family home sales increased year over year. That difference does not mean condos are performing poorly everywhere. Instead, buyers often have more comparable options available within the same building, neighbourhood, or price range. For condo sellers, small differences can matter. Floor plan, orientation, parking, storage, strata condition, fees, building reputation, and asking price can all influence which unit a buyer chooses. Internal link: Why Condos Are Facing More Competition in Victoria Right Now Prices Are Likely to Remain Relatively Stable The Victoria Core benchmark price for a single-family home was $1,311,000 in July, down from $1,326,500 in June. The benchmark condo price reached $548,600, compared with $549,200 in June. Those movements point toward a market experiencing some price pressure rather than a sharp correction. For August, buyers and sellers should pay more attention to recent comparable sales than broad regional headlines. Greater Victoria is made up of many smaller markets. A detached home in Saanich East can behave differently from a condo in downtown Victoria or a townhouse in Langford. Interest Rates Should Provide Some Stability Financing will continue to influence buyer confidence. The Bank of Canada held its policy interest rate at 2.25% on July 15, and there is no scheduled rate announcement during August. The next decision is scheduled for September 2, 2026. That does not mean mortgage rates cannot change during August, since fixed mortgage rates are influenced by bond markets rather than directly following the Bank of Canada overnight rate. Still, the absence of a Bank of Canada decision during the month removes one potential source of uncertainty for buyers actively shopping now. What August Means for Buyers August could be a useful window for buyers who are prepared but patient. There is still enough inventory in many parts of Greater Victoria to compare options, while some sellers who listed earlier in the summer may become more open to negotiating. The key is separating a genuine opportunity from a property that is simply priced poorly. Before making an offer, look at: Recent comparable sales Current competing listings Days on market Previous price adjustments Property condition Monthly ownership costs Potential upcoming repairs Long-term resale considerations The goal is not simply to get a discount. It is to buy the right property at terms that make sense. What August Means for Sellers For sellers, August is less about waiting for the market to do the work and more about positioning your property correctly. Buyers currently have enough selection to recognize when something feels overpriced. A strong August listing strategy should consider the homes currently competing for the same buyer, not simply what similar properties sold for several months ago. Presentation also matters. When buyers have choices, photography, condition, floor plan, maintenance, staging, and pricing all contribute to the first impression. Should You Buy or Sell in August? There is no universal answer. August may make sense for a buyer who finds the right property and has room to negotiate. It may also be a strong time for a seller whose home faces limited direct competition. For someone with flexibility, waiting for the fall market may offer different opportunities as more buyers and sellers return after summer. The better question is not whether August is a good month for real estate. It is whether current conditions are favourable for your particular property, price range, neighbourhood, and goals. Internal link: Should Victoria Buyers Act Now or Wait for the Fall Market? Planning a Move This August? If you are considering buying or selling in Greater Victoria this month, we can look beyond the regional numbers and break down what is happening in your specific market. Whether you are comparing listings, deciding when to make an offer, or trying to determine how your home should be positioned against current competition, having current neighbourhood-level information can make the decision much clearer.   Darcy M., 5-Star Review, via Google ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I highly recommend the Faber Group and particularly Zach Parsons to anyone looking to buy or sell a home in the Victoria area. Over the past year, Zach has helped my wife and I purchase two homes, and both experiences were exceptional from start to finish. Zach is obviously knowledgeable about the Greater Victoria area, and his knowledge of the Victoria real estate market is a testament to dedication to his job and his clients." 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The Victoria real estate market in July 2026 continued to give buyers plenty of choice while still producing a solid level of sales activity. A total of 673 properties sold across the Victoria Real Estate Board region in July, just 1% fewer than July 2025 and 6.4% fewer than June. At the same time, 3,847 active listings remained on the market at month-end - 3.9% more than one year earlier. (Victoria Real Estate Board) The takeaway is not that Greater Victoria has suddenly become a slow market. Instead, buyers have more options, sellers have more competition, and individual properties are behaving very differently depending on location, property type, condition, and price. July 2026 Market at a Glance According to the Victoria Real Estate Board: 673 total sales - down 1% year over year 331 single-family home sales - up 4.1% year over year 209 condo sales - down 7.1% year over year 82 townhouse sales - down 15.5% year over year 3,847 active listings - up 3.9% year over year, but down 5.1% from June Victoria Core single-family benchmark: $1,311,000 Victoria Core condo benchmark: $548,600 Victoria Core townhouse benchmark: $857,300 VREB also noted that July sales finished above the five-year average for the month, despite the greater amount of inventory available to buyers. (Victoria Real Estate Board) More Choice Is Changing Buyer Behaviour The biggest story continues to be selection. While active inventory eased from June, buyers still had more properties available than they did at the same point last year. That gives many buyers more time to compare homes rather than feeling pressured to act immediately. However, more inventory does not mean every seller is highly negotiable. Well-priced homes in desirable locations can still attract attention quickly. The difference is that buyers now have more alternatives when a property feels overpriced, needs substantial work, or does not compare favourably with competing listings. This is especially noticeable in the condo market. Condo sales fell 7.1% from July 2025, while detached home sales actually increased 4.1%. That difference reinforces why looking at Greater Victoria as one single market can be misleading. (Victoria Real Estate Board) For a closer look at this segment, read Why Condos Are Facing More Competition in Victoria Right Now. Read the condo market article Prices Continued to Soften in the Victoria Core The MLS® HPI benchmark for a single-family home in the Victoria Core reached $1,311,000 in July, down 2.8% from $1,348,400 one year earlier and down from $1,326,500 in June. For condos, the July benchmark was $548,600, down 2.2% year over year and only slightly below June's $549,200 benchmark. (Victoria Real Estate Board) These numbers suggest some price pressure, but they should not be interpreted as meaning every home has dropped by the same amount. A renovated family home in Saanich, a downtown condo, an Oak Bay character home, and a newer Langford townhouse can all face very different levels of competition. That is why understanding your specific micro-market matters more than relying on one regional number. Why Greater Victoria Real Estate Is So Micro-Market Specific What July's Market Means for Buyers For buyers, the Victoria real estate market in July 2026 offered something valuable: time to compare. In many segments, buyers can look more closely at: Recent comparable sales Competing active listings Property condition and upcoming maintenance Strata documents and financials Monthly ownership costs Days on market Price reductions Offer terms and possession dates Long-term resale potential The opportunity is not simply to negotiate the lowest price. It is to use the additional selection to find the property offering the strongest combination of price, condition, location, and long-term fit. What July's Market Means for Sellers For sellers, additional inventory means your home needs a clear reason for buyers to choose it. Pricing based solely on what a neighbour sold for six months ago can create problems. Today's buyers are comparing your property with what else they can purchase right now. Strong results are still possible, but three factors matter considerably: 1. Pricing Your asking price needs to reflect current competing inventory and recent sales. 2. Presentation When buyers have several options, condition, photography, maintenance, layout, cleanliness, and overall presentation can influence which homes make the shortlist. 3. Positioning Every property has different strengths. The goal is to understand which buyer is most likely to value those strengths and build the marketing strategy around them. The Bottom Line July was not an inactive month. 673 sales and activity above the five-year July average show that buyers are still making moves. What has changed is how much choice they have while making those decisions. (Victoria Real Estate Board) For buyers, that can create better opportunities to compare, complete due diligence, and make thoughtful decisions. For sellers, it raises the importance of competitive pricing and strong presentation from the moment the property reaches the market. Most importantly, Greater Victoria remains a collection of individual micro-markets. Whether conditions favour you depends far more on your neighbourhood, property type, price range, and competition than on a single regional headline. Wondering What July's Market Means for Your Move? If you are considering buying or selling in Greater Victoria, we can break the July numbers down to the level that actually matters - your neighbourhood, property type, price range, and current competition. Contact Faber Real Estate Group for a current market analysis and a strategy based on the homes buyers and sellers are competing with today. Nicholas D., 5-Star Review, via Google ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Scott is an awesome realtor and real estate advisor. He got me all the information I needed incredibly quick and helped me make an informed buying decision. Couldn’t have done it without him and 10/10 will be recommending him to my friends and family! There are thousands of realtors on the island, but Scott and his team are by far the best” Faber Real Estate Group Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty 📞 250-244-3430 📧 [email protected] ℹ️ Scott Faber Personal Real Estate Corporation ℹ️ Cal Faber Personal Real Estate Corporation Vanessa Wood, Zachary Parsons, and Sophie Taylor “Building Lasting Relationships, One Home at a Time.” Market statistics sourced from the Victoria Real Estate Board's August 4, 2026 July market report. VREB cautions that market statistics show broader trends and do not establish the value of an individual property. (Victoria Real Estate Board)  

The Spring 2026 Greater Victoria real estate market is teaching buyers and sellers the same lesson from different angles: more choice does not remove the need for strategy. Buyers have more room to compare. Sellers have more competition. But the market has not become simple. Good homes still attract attention, overpriced listings still struggle, and broad headlines still miss the details that matter most. In April 2026, the Victoria Real Estate Board reported 643 property sales, almost unchanged from 642 sales in April 2025, and up 11.1% from March 2026. Active listings reached 3,710 at month-end, up 13.8% from March and 8.3% from April 2025. More Listings Are Giving Buyers Breathing Room The biggest shift this spring is choice. Buyers are seeing more homes come to market, which can reduce some of the pressure that comes with rushed decisions. Instead of feeling forced to act on every suitable listing, buyers can compare more carefully. That extra choice can help buyers: Review condition more thoughtfully Compare neighbourhoods more clearly Ask better questions Include appropriate conditions Think through long-term costs Avoid panic-based decisions This does not mean every buyer has strong negotiating power. It means buyers have more room to make informed decisions, especially in property segments with more available inventory. Stable Demand Still Matters More listings do not automatically mean prices fall quickly. Spring 2026 has shown that buyer demand is still present. Sales increased from March to April, and April sales were almost identical to the same month last year. That suggests buyers have not disappeared. They are simply being more selective. This is important for both sides. Buyers should not assume every seller will accept a major discount. Sellers should not assume that demand alone will carry an overpriced listing. The market is active, but more careful. Prices Are Moving Differently by Segment The Spring 2026 Greater Victoria real estate market also shows why local details matter. In the Victoria Core, the single-family benchmark price was $1,339,100 in April 2026, down 1.2% from April 2025 but up from March 2026. The condo benchmark was $558,300, down 0.8% year-over-year. Those are not dramatic year-over-year changes. They point to a market where pricing has softened in some areas, but not collapsed. This is why buyers and sellers should be careful with broad statements like “prices are dropping” or “the market is strong.” Both can be true in different pockets. Buyers Are Learning to Be Patient, Not Passive Spring 2026 is teaching buyers that patience can be useful, but passivity can be costly. A buyer who waits thoughtfully may avoid overpaying or choosing the wrong home. But a buyer who assumes better options will always appear may miss a property that fits their budget, lifestyle, and long-term needs. The better approach is to be prepared. Buyers should know: Their financing range Their ideal neighbourhoods Their non-negotiables Their flexible items Their comfort level with repairs Their monthly carrying costs Their offer strategy before the right home appears More choice helps most when buyers already know what they are looking for. Sellers Are Learning That Presentation Matters When buyers have more options, listing presentation becomes more important. A home that is clean, well-prepared, properly priced, and easy to understand has a better chance of standing out. A home with poor photos, unclear value, deferred maintenance, or an ambitious price may sit longer. Spring 2026 is reminding sellers that the launch matters. Before listing, sellers should think carefully about: Pricing strategy Competing listings Showing condition Repairs and touch-ups Professional photography Listing copy Floor plans Storage and decluttering Curb appeal Buyer objections Presentation is not about pretending a home is perfect. It is about reducing buyer hesitation. Sellers Are Also Learning to Listen Faster In a market with more listings, feedback becomes more valuable. If showings are low, the market may be rejecting the price, presentation, or marketing. If showings are strong but offers are not coming, buyers may like the home but see risk, condition issues, or better value elsewhere. Sellers do not need to react emotionally to every comment. But they should look for patterns. Useful questions include: Are buyers comparing this home to stronger options? Is the price aligned with current competition? Are the photos creating enough interest? Are showings producing consistent objections? Is the home easy to access? Does the property feel move-in ready for the price? The faster sellers understand the feedback, the easier it is to adjust strategically. Micro-Markets Still Matter Most Greater Victoria is not one market. A condo in downtown Victoria, a family home in Saanich, a townhouse in Langford, a downsizer property in Sidney, and a character home near Cook Street Village can all behave differently in the same season. Spring 2026 is reinforcing that buyers and sellers need property-specific advice, not just market headlines. The right strategy depends on: Municipality Neighbourhood Property type Price range Condition Strata health Lot size Walkability School catchment Buyer pool This is where broad statistics become a starting point, not the final answer. What Buyers Should Take From Spring 2026 For buyers, the lesson is simple: use the extra choice well. That means slowing down enough to compare, but staying ready enough to act when the right home appears. A strong buyer strategy includes: Reviewing new listings regularly Understanding fair market value Comparing total monthly costs Reading strata and title details carefully Keeping financing up to date Avoiding emotional overreaction Writing offers that match the property and market The best buyers this spring are not necessarily the most aggressive. They are the most prepared. What Sellers Should Take From Spring 2026 For sellers, the lesson is equally clear: the market will reward clarity. A listing needs to make sense from the first online impression through the showing and negotiation process. A strong seller strategy includes: Pricing with current competition in mind Preparing the home before launch Removing unnecessary buyer objections Marketing the property clearly Tracking showing activity Responding to feedback Adjusting before the listing feels stale Sellers can still do well in this market. But strategy matters more when buyers have options. The Bottom Line The Spring 2026 Greater Victoria real estate market is balanced, active, and more selective. Buyers have more choice, but not unlimited leverage. Sellers still have opportunity, but they need stronger pricing, preparation, and presentation. This spring is not teaching buyers and sellers to wait on the sidelines. It is teaching them to make better decisions. For advice on buying or selling in Greater Victoria’s current market, contact Faber Real Estate Group for clear, local guidance before making your next move.   Gigi S., 5-Star Review, via Google Scott and his team are a highly professional group . Scott is a very friendly person , cares for needs and requirements of his client . He makes sure that the property you are buying is your dream place and where you would like to see yourself staying forever. I'm glad that we found such a great realtor. 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If you have been waiting for the right time to buy, the current Victoria real estate market deserves a closer look. The opportunity right now is not really about chasing a dramatic price drop. It is about something more practical: more choice, more negotiating room, and more time to make careful decisions than buyers have had in years. In Greater Victoria, 579 properties sold in March 2026 while active listings climbed to 3,261, creating a sales-to-active-listings ratio of about 17.8 per cent. That sits at the low end of the Victoria Real Estate Board’s balanced-market range and points to a market that feels far more manageable for buyers than the high-pressure conditions many remember. That matters because the best buying opportunities do not always show up when prices are falling sharply. In Victoria, benchmark prices have stayed relatively steady. The Victoria Core benchmark for a single-family home was $1,330,200 in March 2026, down 1.1 per cent from a year earlier, while the benchmark condo value was $553,800, down 0.8 per cent year over year. Prices have softened only modestly, but the bigger shift is that buyers now have more room to think, compare, and negotiate. More Inventory Changes the Conversation For a long time, many buyers in Greater Victoria felt pushed into fast decisions. Low inventory, tight timelines, and heavy competition created an environment where hesitation could mean missing out. That is not what this market looks like today. Active listings were up 7.9 per cent year over year at the end of March, and the Victoria Real Estate Board described current conditions as offering plentiful opportunity for both buyers and sellers, with fewer high-pressure transactions and more time for due diligence. That shift matters. More inventory does not guarantee a deal on every property, and it does not mean sellers have lost all leverage. What it does mean is that buyers can be more selective about location, layout, condition, and long-term fit. They can compare several options instead of forcing one property to work simply because there are no alternatives. In practical terms, that often leads to better decisions. A Better Buying Setup Does Not Mean an Easy Market Balanced conditions are different from a distressed market. Buyers still need to be realistic about pricing, financing, and the fact that well-positioned homes can attract strong interest. But balanced conditions do create a healthier process. The market is still active, with March sales up 24.5 per cent from February, yet the supply side remains strong enough to reduce some of the urgency that defined earlier years. That combination gives prepared buyers a better chance to move strategically instead of emotionally. This is where many people misread the market. They assume a good time to buy only happens when prices are falling hard or headlines sound negative. In reality, some of the strongest buying windows happen when prices are relatively stable but buyers gain better access to inventory and better negotiating conditions. That is much closer to what Victoria looks like right now. Why Breathing Room Matters So Much The real advantage in today’s market is not that every home is cheap. It is that buyers can act with more discipline. They can book an inspection without feeling rushed. They can review strata documents or title details more carefully. They can negotiate on price, dates, or conditions with more confidence. And they can walk away from the wrong property without feeling like they have lost their only chance. VREB has explicitly noted that current supply and demand levels are allowing both sides of the sale to make decisions and undertake due diligence with less pressure. That breathing room can be especially valuable for first-time buyers, upsizers, downsizers, and anyone trying to buy with a plan rather than from fear of missing out. A more workable market does not remove risk, but it does improve the quality of decision-making. Prepared Buyers Still Have the Advantage A better market for buyers still rewards preparation. The strongest buyers in this environment are the ones who understand their financing, know their comfort level, and have clarity around what matters most in a home. When the right property comes up, they can act decisively. When a property is overpriced or not the right fit, they can step back without panic. That is one of the biggest changes from the urgency-driven market many buyers still have in mind. This market is less about reacting fast and more about recognizing value clearly. Buyers who are organized and informed can use these conditions to make smarter, more confident decisions. A Smart Way to Think About Buying in 2026 Instead of asking whether everything feels perfect right now, a better question is whether conditions are more favourable for buyers than they have been in recent years. In Greater Victoria, the answer is increasingly yes. Inventory remains healthy, prices have been relatively steady, and the market is giving buyers more space to compare options and negotiate thoughtfully. Provincially, BCREA said inventory is running near its highest level in over a decade, with just over 40,000 homes for sale across BC, which should help keep broader market conditions balanced through 2026. That does not mean every buyer should rush into the market. But for people who are financially ready and planning for the long term, this may be one of the more practical buying windows Victoria has offered in a while. Not because the market is weak, but because it is more balanced, more navigable, and less driven by pressure. Final Thoughts The current market will not be the right fit for every buyer. But for those who are prepared, patient, and focused on long-term goals, today’s Victoria market may offer something that has been missing for a long time: more selection, less frenzy, and a better chance to buy with clarity. If you want help building a smart buying plan in today’s market, contact Faber Real Estate Group for advice on where the real opportunities are in Greater Victoria. Wilson, 5-Star Review, via Google “Amazing people there! They will help you through the entire process and will always make you feel like family. 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The 2026 Greater Victoria real estate market entered the year in a noticeably more balanced position. Inventory is higher year-over-year, sales remain seasonally soft, and prices are largely stable, with variation by neighbourhood and property type. Buyers have real choice again. Sellers who price realistically are still seeing solid outcomes. January 2026 Snapshot (VREB) Sales: 339 properties sold region-wide 19.7% fewer than January 2025 7.6% fewer than December 2025, consistent with winter trends Active Listings: 2,624 at month-end Up 3.1% from December Up 9.6% year-over-year Market Balance: Sitting on the line between balanced and buyer-friendly, depending on the neighbourhood Benchmark Prices at a Glance Victoria Core Single-family: $1,265,500 Down 2.5% year-over-year Slight uptick from December, signalling price stability Condos: $537,800 Down 1.5% year-over-year The most stable segment in the market Westshore Single-family benchmarks are not broken out monthly Langford, Colwood, and View Royal posted modest gains through 2025 Relative affordability and newer housing stock continue to support demand Saanich (East & West) Generally stable pricing Family-oriented neighbourhoods like Gordon Head, Broadmead, and Royal Oak are holding value well Data source: VREB MLS® Home Price Index, February 2026 release What This Means So Far The broader trend from 2025 into early 2026 is clear. Core Victoria single-family homes softened modestly over the past year. The Westshore posted small gains, supported by family demand and newer inventory. Saanich continues to act as the steady middle ground. What Buyers Can Expect in 2026 More selection, especially early in the yearInventory levels are the highest seen in several years. Expect more choice and slightly longer days on market across most areas. Stable pricing with room to negotiateCore Victoria single-family benchmarks are holding in the $1.25M to $1.3M range. The Westshore continues to offer the best value for buyers seeking detached homes. Condos remain buyer-friendlyCondos are still the most accessible entry point for first-time buyers and downsizers, with stable pricing and ample selection. Westshore continues to lead for growth and valueLangford, Colwood, View Royal, Westhills, and Royal Bay offer newer builds, family amenities, and long-term upside. Saanich delivers lifestyle and schoolsNeighbourhoods like Gordon Head, Cadboro Bay, Broadmead, and Royal Oak continue to command premiums. Inventory is tighter, so well-prepared homes still sell quickly when priced correctly. Rates and external factors matter, but less dramaticallyMortgage rate stability or modest Bank of Canada cuts would support confidence. The market has returned to normal seasonal patterns rather than urgency-driven behaviour. Bottom Line for 2026 The 2026 Greater Victoria real estate market is healthy and sustainable. Buyers have more choice than at any point since 2021, prices are not falling sharply, and demand remains steady in well-located neighbourhoods. If you are planning to buy this year, the first half of 2026 offers one of the strongest windows we have seen in recent years, particularly in the Westshore and select areas of Saanich. If you would like to discuss your options or explore opportunities in your target neighbourhood, feel free to reach out anytime. Noel A., 5-Star Review, via Google “My partner and I had a great experience with Scott and the Fabers with our first home purchase. Scott answered all questions we had and helped guide us to make the right purchase that fit our lifestyle. Would highly recommend the Fabers!” Faber Real Estate Group Royal LePage Coast Capital Realty 📞 250-244-3430 📧[email protected] ℹ️ Scott Faber Personal Real Estate Corporation ℹ️ Cal Faber Personal Real Estate Corporation Vanessa Wood, Zachary Parsons, and Sophie Taylor “Building Lasting Relationships, One Home at a Time.”