NIHO has provided land consulting services for over 20 years throughout the Province of British Columbia. The Team’s consulting experience includes subdivision development, resort property marketing, towns, ranch and property portfolio assessments, soil grade analysis and septic design. Included below are some of the highlights.

The Wineburg Estate - Commissioned by buyer to appraise and execute due diligence on their behalf prior to purchase

Services Performed: Site Visits, Evaluation, Appraisal, Property Management, and Timber Management

In this project NIHO appraised the entire portfolio, cruised the timber and determined the highest and best use of over 220 properties in just 90 days, making it the largest land package assessment in British Columbia at the time. Imperial Life came to Rudy Nielsen with an opportunity to appraise the value of an extensive portfolio of property consisting of over 220 individual properties with a combined acreage in excess of 22,000 acres. This portfolio not only spanned the province of BC from the Alaska Border to the Kootenays and the Queen Charlotte Islands to the Alberta border, but also included a vast range of property types including subdivisions, a waterfront resorts, ranches and massive timber holdings. NIHO appraised the property and Imperial Life purchased the portfolio in 1988 after NIHO physically established the legal boundaries of the timber lands, and used satellite GIS system to detail the logging plan for approval of each property prior to harvesting. Using NIHO’s proprietary land databank they provided Imperial Life with comparable sales data and market value research for all recreational properties in the portfolio. NIHO also negotiated with the BC Parks Department on behalf of Imperial Life for possible trades and assessed subdivision potential of all the lakeshore properties.

Buyer: Imperial Life / Imbrook Properties Ltd
Date: 1988

Kitsault Townsite- SOLD by LandQuest Realty

Services Performed: Site Visit, Evaluation, Marketing Strategy and Materials

Possibly one of the most famous pieces of real estate sold in British Columbia within the last decade, NIHO was pleased to consult on the marketing strategy for the ghost town of Kitsault. Due to the unique appeal of the property and the creative and well planned strategy of NIHO this property sold in record time with minimal expense.

When there is a lack of comparable sales to consider when identifying the value of a property, the best replacement is comparable experience.

Word got out that such a remarkable property was on the market, resulting in the ghost town of Kitsault making the covers of 2 national Canadian newspapers.

The American buyer read about this interesting listing in the Globe and Mail when visiting Halifax and was referred to the LandQuest Listing Agent who closed the deal.

To learn more about this property, please contact the listing Broker:

Listing Broker: Brian Harris
Listing Agency: LandQuest Realty
Contact: 604-664-7630
Sold Date: Jan 25, 2005

Tyndallwood- SOLD by LandQuest Realty

Services Performed: Site Visit, Evaluation, Marketing Strategy and Materials, Website

Tyndallwood Estates was a well planned and designed subdivision with a registered building scheme to ensure the future quality of the development. Paved roads, privacy and unsurpassed views make these some of the most desirable building lots available for sale in the Southern Gulf Islands.

After personally viewing the property, NIHO met with the owner on site to discuss the potential for this property. Using Landcor’s property and comparable sales data to develop a complete attribute profile of the subject properties, the listing agent decided to set a price appropriate for an affluent buyer looking for a retirement property, not a recreational summer getaway. This buyer profile was targeted in the Lower Mainland of BC, specific regions of Ontario and southward into Seattle. Both hard copy mail and print advertising were selected as the prime marketing mediums by the realtor, as well as exposure on BCTV and the Michael Campbell radio show.

To learn more about this property, please contact the listing Broker:

Listing Brokers: Brian Harris & Dave Cochlan
Listing Agency: LandQuest Realty
Contact: 604-664-7630
Sold Date: Sept 1, 2006

Birch Bay Resort- SOLD by LandQuest Realty

Services Performed: Site Visit, Evaluation, Marketing Strategy and Materials

Birch Bay Resort , located on the pristine shores of Francois Lake, had 36.32 acres deeded clear title and 1,200 ft. of lakefront. NIHO Land & Cattle was hired by LandQuest Realty for the initial consultation and strategy for the sale of the property. NIHO applies the very latest in computer technology to the highly specialized area of real estate, constantly innovating, updating and improving our marketing techniques to stay ahead of the technological changes which are driving this unique marketplace. NIHO also completed an on-site inspection, a valuation of the property and provided an in depth marketing overview that evaluated all factors locally, nationally and globally.

To learn more about this property, please contact the listing Broker:

Listing Broker: Brian Harris
Listing Agency: LandQuest Realty
Contact: 604-664-7630
Sold Date: May 3, 2007

East Point Resort, Saturna Island- SOLD by LandQuest Realty

Services Performed: Site Visit, Evaluation, Marketing Strategy and Materials

This scenic 48 acre resort included 760 feet of low bank oceanfront, nice beaches and fantastic southern exposure.

In acting as a consultant to oversee the marketing of the River Ranch, NIHO appraised the property, utilized our established Niho media and PR channels to maximize exposure for the marketing of the property, took marketing photos and supplied them to LandQuest Realty to design and complete a full marketing brochure on the ranch.

To learn more about this property, please contact the listing Broker:

Listing Brokers: Brian Harris & Dave Cochlan
Listing Agency: LandQuest Realty
Contact: 604-664-7630
Sold Date: Jan 21, 2005

Historic River Ranch, Vanderhoof- SOLD by LandQuest Realty

Services Performed: Site Visit, Evaluation, Marketing Strategy and Materials, Website

3907 acres comprised of 31 titles, this is a “one of a kind” Trophy Ranch, with links to British Columbia’s colourful history.

In acting as a consultant to oversee the marketing of the River Ranch, NIHO took marketing photos and supplied them to LandQuest Realty to design and complete a full marketing brochure on the ranch, investigated the validity of existing grazing rights, ordered air photos to analyze and valuate existing timber, investigated water rights, and studied the feasibility of a possible break-up of the ranch into separate parcels and investigate the river frontage, creek frontage and road access to each parcel to assist LandQuest in determining the property’s optimal value.

To learn more about this property, please contact the listing Broker:

Listing Broker: Brian Harris
Listing Agency: LandQuest Realty
Contact: 604-664-7630
Sold Date: Oct 12, 2005

Clam Bay, Pender Island- SOLD by LandQuest Realty

Services Performed: Site Visit, Evaluation, Marketing Strategy and Materials

Clam Bay Farm consisted of 103 acres, nestled on Navy Channel on the waterfront of Pender Island, one of British Columbia's most beautiful Gulf Islands.

In acting as a consultant on the overall marketing of the properties, NIHO took all digital photos for LandQuest Realty’s marketing purposes and provided feedback on the design and completion of a full brochure and marketing package.

To learn more about this property, please contact the listing Broker:

Listing Broker: Zane Bouvette
Listing Agency: LandQuest Realty
Contact: 604-664-7630
Sold Date: Oct 28, 2005