When Will It Be Spring?
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When Will It Be Spring?
By Craig Demetrick As I look out over our snow-covered fields across, the fertile Coldstream Valley, it appears to be just another dreary early February day, when winter starts to leave us, bringing the new life of spring to the Valley. But wait, it’s March 14 and the golf courses are supposed to be opening! …
Moving To Vernon With A Dog?
I’m a dog lover, and chances are if you’re reading this, you are too! A dog can be the best companion. Dogs get us moving, socializing, laughing, loving and are a big part of any family. Especially when considering a change in where you live. If you’re new to the North Okanagan, or considering …
BC Budget Impact To Real Estate In The North Okanagan
Big changes to the real estate market in 2018 BC Budget The recently announced budget from the BC NDP government will have a dramatic impact on real estate, even in the North Okanagan, for both home owners and those wanting to purchase a home. Buyers and sellers in the North Okanagan did get some …
What do tighter mortgage rules mean for the average buyer?
Tighter Federal Mortgage Regulations On January 1st we watched as Canadian rang in a New Year – and as the Federal Government rolled out its 7th round of mortgage tightening rules since 2008 (wow!). “Effective January 1, new federal mortgage tightening rules require borrowers with a down payment of 20% or more to face …
First Real Estate Sale Over $1 Million Since 2008
9987 Cathedral Drive, Silver Star – SOLD FOR OVER $1 MILLION In the North Okanagan there were 4 real estate sales over $1 million dollars in November, 3 acreages and 1 home on Silver Star Mountain. This fully furnished, custom designed, half-duplex home on The Ridge offers premium ski in/out access and stunning Monashee Mountain views. One …
2017 Dancing with the Vernon Stars
Get ready! Its almost time for the 2017 Dancing with the Vernon Stars gala and auction fundraiser. We’re so proud of our brave friends and colleagues who will be shaking their tail feather in honour of the North Okanagan Hospice Society! Hat’s off to our dear Norm and Steffi Brenner, the dynamic father/daughter …
NEW High Speed Gondola on Silver Star
fURTHERM A New Gondola for Silver Star! Fancy! We are loving this new gondola, on display in the Village at Silver Star. Why are we excited? First of all, Dopplemayr gondola seats 8 with door mounted racks for skis and boards. Furthermore, it will replace the existing Summit double chair which has been loading …
Okanagan/Shuswap Real Estate Statistics – June/July 2017
The heat is on! Summer is in full swing. Real estate sales are brisk and multiple offer scenarios are a common occurrence in some price ranges. A quick market is common this time of year, but the ongoing lack of inventory is adding pressure. Overall housing prices are up about 8%. On the other …
Bright and Pretty as the Sun!
It’s the peak of summer in the Okanagan/Shuswap. This is the life! We are so lucky! In addition to the countless golf courses, ski resorts, mountain biking trails, parks, wineries and lakes, and orchards – we also have some amazing growers of non-edibles. Check out these gorgeous sun flowers! These beauties are grown …
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