January's market numbers illustrate a classic case of supply and demand. For the past two months, we've seen the lowest numbers of active listings in the past ten years. When it comes to the number of sales, January 2021 had the highest number of sales for a January in the past ten years. It's driving […]
December 2020 saw the most homes sold for a December in the past 10 years. That tells us people are BUYING! Meanwhile, December 2020 saw the lowest number of listing inventory for a December in the past 10 years. If you're buying, you have to be ready to act fast as many listings are going […]
Many people don’t really understand who pays what in a real estate transaction. Tune in to understand everything you need to know about real estate commissions and who pays what. The question of real estate commissions and how much it costs to have real estate representation is one of the most asked questions in real […]
Kelowna Real Estate Market Update - Here's What Happened in November 2020 What a year it's been! When the global pandemic first began to shut down businesses and keep people close to home, nobody really knew what to expect. Many thought that real estate, like most other industries, would slow down. Here in Kelowna, it […]
Kelowna Real Estate Market Update - Here's What Happened in October 2020 Wow! Once again, the real estate market is HOT. Listing inventory is down (over last month and last year) and prices are up substantially over last year, though holding fairly steady to September 2020. And, the number of sales happening isn't typical of […]
Kelowna REALTOR® Darcy Nyrose (PREC*) answers : “What Do I Need to Know When Buying a New Home?” If you're buying a new home in Kelowna, you want your advice to come from an experienced real estate agent like Darcy Nyrose. Prior to moving to Kelowna in 2008, Darcy worked in Vancouver as Vice President […]
Stunning Kelowna Real Estate Listing with Views to Match COMING SOON Custom Upper Mission home, set on a scenic ridge and next to the community of the Quarry, is about to hit the market and will be priced at $2,200,000 Beautiful lake and city views from every level. Massive home with over 6300 sq ft, […]
Here's What Happened in September 2020 For the past couple of months we've been commenting that the Kelowna real estate market is HOT. September was no different. In the Central Okanagan there were 792 Sales in September. In the past 5 years, the only time we've seen more than that was back in May and […]
Kelowna Realtor® Darcy Nyrose (PREC*) answers the million-dollar question in real estate: “How Do I Know What To Price My Home At?" To determine fair market value for a home, REALTORS® look at market data. By looking at recent comparable sales and current homes on the market experienced agents can determine what a buyer might […]
Kelowna Realtor Karen Mustard answers one of the most asked questions in real estate: "What are the biggest mistakes you've seen buyers make?" Top 11 Mistakes Home Buyers Make and How to Avoid Them Buying a house is a big decision, but it doesn't have to be difficult or more stressful than it needs to […]
Kelowna Real Estate Market Update - Here's What Happened in August 2020 Once again, we've had a record month in real estate. When looking at the past five years, for the second month in a row, we've seen the highest average sale price. The lowest average sale price across all categories was in January of […]
[row] [column md="6"] Nature's Gate townhomes will give you a brand new sense of what townhome living really can be! And, that's the basis behind why the first two phases sold out so quick! These homes have spacious and wide floor plans with up to 2637 total sq. ft. Step inside and you instantly forget […]
There are a lot of new construction opportunities available in Kelowna: single family homes, townhomes and duplexes, and condo projects. Kelowna continues to grow. There are many developments and communities under construction and on the horizon. When buying real estate in Kelowna, many buyers contemplate a new home in one of Kelowna's growing communities. Top […]
REW recently published the 5 Best Cities for Recent Graduates. We're not surprised Kelowna made the list. Here's what REW had to say about Kelowna: 2. Kelowna, British Columbia Why it’s great for new graduates: Lifestyle and Entrepreneurship Accessibility TheKelowna lifestyle is pretty attractive to many new graduates, which is why it’s consistently listed as […]
Whether you are purchasing your first home or your tenth, the home buying process is always an exciting time! However, with so many expenses being acquired it is important to be fully aware of what to expect and budget accordingly. Surprises are fun when they are in the form of a party, but when it […]
How do you know which REALTOR is the right fit for you? With so many realtors in Kelowna, chances are you know a few, or have friends or family that know a few. Choosing a realtor can make for an excruciating decision. And, just because a realtor worked well with your neighbour (or your best […]
We've been experiencing some great HOT weather, with more hot days on the way. Well, our local real estate market has followed suit. What we've got is the best of Kelowna's summer coupled with the best of what typically looks like a hot spring market. It makes for busy REALTORS but when you love what […]
The decision to sell a home can be very exciting, especially when the market has grown from your original purchase. But, before you start counting all your profit, it's important that you know of and are prepared for the costs associated with selling your home. If you budget appropriately, you can then get rid of […]
One of the most common questions our home sellers ask us is “Should I stage my home?” The quick answer is yes! As local, experienced REALTORS® through countless homes throughout our careers, and we have seen it all! Really!! We can confidently tell you that a well-staged home can be the big difference between a […]
Darcy Nyrose shares his #1 Tip when it comes to one of the most asked questions in real estate, "How Should I Prepare My Home Before A Showing or Open House?". You get the call that potential buyers will be coming by to view your home. Don't panic. And don't shove all your clutter and […]
Kelowna Real Estate Market Update - Here's What Happened in June 2020 We were anticipating a market pick-up come June, and we were right. Prices were up. Sales were up. We're seeing more listings hit the market, and buyers are out-and-about looking for new homes. We're also seeing an influx of out-of-town buyers; some moving […]
"What are some common mistakes made when moving?" That's one of the most asked questions when buyers and sellers are getting ready to move. After all, they want to avoid the pitfalls. We've been a part of a lot of moves, so we love to ensure our clients' moves are as stress-free (and mistake-free) as […]
Kelowna Real Estate Market Report - Here's What Happened in May 2020
Kelowna REALTOR® Danny Kupkowski answers one of the most frequently asked questions when it comes to buying a home: "What should I bring when I go looking at homes?" House hunting is an exciting part of the home buying process. While drive-bys, looking at photos, watching videos or even doing a 3-d virtual tour of […]
