Congratulations – you’ve made the decision to sell your home! All of a sudden, you’re hit with a wave of unknown real estate terms. As a seller, you should have knowledge of commonly used real estate terms related to selling your home. Here’s a handful of terms with which to familiarize yourself!

“Pride of ownership” is a real estate term that is often used to describe certain listings. But what exactly does it mean and how is it achieved? Let’s dive in.

Most seniors downsize to a smaller home after retiring. Unfortunately, the process isn’t as straightforward as some might expect. Dealing with your current home, finding the right place, going through the entire moving process, and adjusting to your new home are just a few of the moving parts that can make downsizing so stressful. If you’re thinking of downsizing your home in Canada, check this out.

Every year, paint companies name a certain colour as their official “colour of the year” – and this year is no exception. Several paint companies have produced a colour (or multiple colours) this year, taking into account the latest trends and meanings. Check out some of 2022’s paint colours!

Make winter better at home. These helpful hacks will keep your home comfortable this winter

Do you have a cottage that’s simply collecting dust over time? If yes, you might want to consider renting it out to others! Initially, it may seem rather complicated, especially for beginners, but it’s actually far from challenging! We’ve done our fair share of research and compiled a bunch of tips that are worth checking out!

Make winter better at home. These helpful hacks will keep your home comfortable this winter

Many people take the winter off when it comes to home improvements and upgrades, however, this is actually the perfect time of year to get ahead on your renovations! Here are some excellent winter-friendly projects to take on that will keep your home looking great and have you busy and productive indoors throughout this cold season.

The winter months in Kelowna can see fluctuations in weather, with some days reaching chilling temperatures that make you want to curl up under the covers to stay as warm as possible, especially if your furnace is not working properly. To ensure you stay warm throughout the cold season, now is the time to get acquainted with your heating system.

Make winter better at home. These helpful hacks will keep your home comfortable this winter

Has renovating your home been on your mind for a while now? We all know what it feels like to come home to a space that is dingy, outdated, and doesn’t leave you feeling good. Don’t let your kitchen be that space! Here are 5 reasons why it’s time to get off the fence and create your amazing kitchen renovation.

If you have been waiting around for the perfect conditions to sell your home, now is the time! While fall is typically second in line for favourable selling seasons, the market in Kelowna proves advantageous for those looking to list. Here’s why you should hammer down that “For Sale” sign soon.

Is real estate investment right for you?
Investing Wisely for the future can help ensure financial freedom down the road. But is now a good time for you to consider investing in a property? Check out the pros and cons below for some thoughts to consider: 

Sometimes our home can feel like the walls are closing in or we are living in a shoebox. How do we maximize our space without having to add an extension? The answer may lie in your décor, design and organization. Here’s a few tips to make your home feel bigger without needed to add any square footage.

How to find freedom within four walls. Improve your home environment and your mental health.

Maximize your home sale. The temperature is not the only thing
rising in the Okanagan. Home sales
continue at a near-historic rate, with
some homes even going for above
the asking price, as bidders drive
the prices up. With early spring as
the usual peak time for sales, it is
paramount to have a Royal Lepage
REALTOR® in your corner. We
will help you to get the best deal
possible.

Record year-to-date sales volume of $2,201,786,543. Up 235% from 2020’s $656,658,366, with units of 3,082 up 164% from 2020’s 1,169. New listings of 3,868 up 28%, 2,910 from one year ago, with the sales/listings ratio of 29% up 103%.

Take advantage of good weather to make your home better. With a summer of increased freedom and high temperatures, you may be thinking of outings and exploring instead of your home base. Yet this is an excellent time to tick some important maintenance items off your list. Of course, you need to keep an eye on the air pollution index and wildfires, but it always feels good to get some outstanding projects accomplished while the weather cooperates.

This summer is shaping up to be a furnace! It’s early summer and we’ve already had record-breaking temperatures throughout the Okanagan. And while the hot, sunny weather is welcome in many ways, especially after being locked down, there can be a limit to just how much heat is bearable. Here are a few hot weather hacks to keep you from roasting:

Spring is almost over, which means summer in the Okanagan Valley is just around the corner! But before you head to the beach, you may want to give your home a once over to make sure it’s ready for the hot summer months ahead. To help you prepare, we have made a list with 10 tasks you don’t want to miss out on. Here is your guide to completing indoor and outdoor home maintenance this summer.

The real estate market in the Okanagan continues to race along at near-historic rates, creating a selling climate not seen in more than 30 years. Some homeowners are even selling and renting short-term until the market cools down, just to take advantage of the prices. You may have wondered what your house would fetch on the market – now is a great time to find out. We can help you gauge the price of your home to get an idea of what the value might be.

Now that the spring market is in full swing, and with summer right around the corner, sellers are looking to list their home in the hottest season of the year. However, with listing naturally comes thoughts of upgrades to complete to ensure your home really stands out and gets the attention it deserves. Before diving …

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Kelowna is British Columbia’s new hot-spot for home-buyers. With an unprecedented number of sales to kick off the spring season in March, and many people relocating from all across the country to enjoy the hillside views and life on the water, preparing buyers for the market is essential. Here is everything you need to know about buying a home in Kelowna in this new era. 

Covid-19 has certainly dampened our ability to travel and enjoy outdoor activities like we used to. While many people have looked to relocating to smaller communities with large backyards, others are taking to purchasing recreational properties that provide them space and opportunity to enjoy the outdoors to the fullest while making a worthwhile investment in Real Estate. Here is why Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley are the perfect spots to own recreational property in 2021.

Seventy-one per cent of first-time homebuyers in British Columbia expressed feeling worried their down payment would not be enough to get the home they wanted.

Last year, Royal LePage Kelowna REALTORS® had donated part of their commissions to The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation throughout the year, resulting a total of over $2,500 raised to help women and children.

Moving to Kelowna was something people once dreamed up as retirement plans, but has now transformed into a top location for homebuyers everywhere. The popularity of the city has grown and become a popular spot sought out by those looking to ditch the major metropolitan areas and look for something closer to nature, more family friendly, and slightly more remote. This interest is at an all time high, and here is why. 

Maximize your home sale. The temperature is not the only thing
rising in the Okanagan. Home sales
continue at a near-historic rate, with
some homes even going for above
the asking price, as bidders drive
the prices up. With early spring as
the usual peak time for sales, it is
paramount to have a Royal Lepage
REALTOR® in your corner. We
will help you to get the best deal
possible.

WHAT A YEAR! We are all so happy to see the days getting longer, and finally, Spring is in the air. The last year has been a real challenge for all of us. COVID-19 changed all our lives. However, with the better weather and the arrival of several vaccines, things are looking much brighter. Kelowna …

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We are all in this together. These creative ideas will help you connect with those in need. As we near the end of winter in the Okanagan, the season has felt longer for many due to lockdowns and restrictions.