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An Award that Really MattersThis time of year we salespeople get awards for our sales achievement from the past year. Awards are fun, but none of my friends are carpenters, electrictians, nurses etc. get trophies for their great work but they sure deserve one.
I AM very proud of this award that our Kelowna office received this year for being the 3rd top fundraising firm for Easter Seals in Canada - we're proud to send ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on April 5, 2012
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Explaining the BC First Time New Home Buyers Bonus
If you are a first time home buyer in BC and you think you may be buying a brand new home (includes new condos and townhouses as well as single family homes) in the next year or so, then the BC government has something special for you in their latest budget.
Buyers who meet the qualifications can receive a 5% income tax credit, to a maximum of $10,000 when they purchase a brand new home in ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on February 22, 2012
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Are You Curious?I've never met anyone who wasn't at least a little bit curious about the ongoing real estate activity around their home. If you would like to get the inside scoop on properties that are listed and sold on your street, in your building or complex, on just in your immediate neighborhood, I have the ability to set up an automatic MLS search that will send you a weekly automated email with details ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on February 2, 2012
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Professional Real Estate Photography - More Than Just Making Your House Look PrettyWhen I first started hiring a professional photographer to shoot our real estate listings about 6 years ago, very few REALTORS® in my area (Kelowna, BC, Canada) were doing it. I probably wouldn't have done it either, but my good friend (who was an accomplished photographer) was branching out his practice and specializing in architecteral real estate photography. ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on February 1, 2012
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Choosing a REALTOR® Based on Past Performance"The best indicator of future performance is past performance."
Although past performance isn't the only criteria that a seller should use when choosing a REALTOR® to list their property, a REALTOR®'s past success is a critical factor that is often missing from many REALTORS® listing presentations.
Think about the job interview process as a comparable example. A business ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on January 26, 2012
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The "Real Estate" Market or the "REALTOR®" Market?"How's the market?"
This is a question I get asked on almost a daily basis and although this three word question seems simple enough, I believe this basic question is the cause of much confusion and misunderstanding about the state of the real estate market.
When people ask my "how's the market?", I like to clarify what they mean by responding with the question: "Do you mean the Real Estate Market ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on January 23, 2012
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A Client Testimonial from Erik & Yuriko"My wife and I appreciated Grant so much through the process of hunting for and purchasing our home. He was thorough, generous with his time, and patiently answered all our questions. He also gave us great advice and had insight into our needs that even we didn't identify. All through the process he looked out for our best interest and made sure we were informed and comfortable. Grant is professional, ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on January 18, 2012
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A Client Testimonial from Louella & Jerry"It was a pleasure and a positive experience working with Grant Wiebe. He is professional, knowledgeable and gave us relevant information and suggestions from the beginning to the completion of the sale. He supplied us with an excellent market evaluation and a suggested selling price, but we really appreciated that he left the final decision to us. Throughout the entire process, he kept us up to date ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on January 9, 2012
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A Client Testimonial from Tony & PingI happened to stop by my office one Saturday morning to pick up some paperwork and I was the only REALTOR® there when Tony & Ping walked in looking for someone to help, as they had heard that Century 21 had a great reputation. Well this was my great fortune because Tony & Ping were so wonderful to work with and in the end we found an awesome place for them.
"We would high recommend ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on January 5, 2012
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A Client Testimonial from Chris & SuzanneI really enjoyed working with Chris & Suzanne; they're a lot of fun and they are really "tech-savy" people so they really appreciated the cutting-edge techniques and strategies that I use in bring a property to market. Here's a message they sent me after I recently sold their home & helped them purchase a new one:
"These days the first impression your buyer will have of your home ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on January 3, 2012
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A Client Testimonial from Steve & RaenaRaena & Steve were the first clients I sold a home to when I became a REALTOR® back in 2002 so I was thrilled to get a call from them saying that it was time to move on to a new home. Here's a testimonial they just sent me after settling into their new place:
"We would HIGHLY recommend Grant Wiebe as a realtor. He took the time to understand our priorities in both ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 25, 2011
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A Client Testimonial from Russ & TraceyRuss and Tracey sent me the following testimonial after I sold them a house here in Kelowna and then listed and sold that home for them when they had to move back to Alberta. Not only did I appreciate their business, but also their friendship - it was sad to see them go.
"Having dealt with several realtors over the years, we can say with heartfelt sincerity that Grant Wiebe ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on August 31, 2011
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A Client Testimonial from David and SarahCheck out this very thoughtful testimonial from a young couple whom I recently helped find their first home:
"Being young first time home buyers we were hoping to find a realtor that would be able to guide us through the process with knowledge and enthusiasm. On our first meeting Grant was straight forward and took the time to explain to us how everything works with a purchase, and answered ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on August 17, 2011
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Kelowna Century 21 Realtors Lead the Charge Again at the Easter Seals 24 Hour RelayI had the opportunity last weekend to participate in the Easter Seals 24 Hour Relay for the Kids at Kelowna's Apple bowl. This annual event raises money for both Easter Seals Camp Winfield and the Okanagan Boys & Girls Clubs Camp Arrowflight, two deserving charities that help local kids overcome challenging circumstances and have live-changing experiences at camp.
Our local Century 21 team ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on June 13, 2011
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Choosing a Condo in Kelowna
There's way more to choosing a condo than just comparing units based on square footage, location, upgrades, finishings, etc. If you want to enjoy all that condo life has to offer, you need to understand that when you buy into a strata building, you have the opportunity to purchase much more than just the unit itself. A building's amenities, features and the ways it's thoughtfully planned ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on March 25, 2011
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Saying Goodbye to my Movember Friend
Well, It’s the last day of “Movember” and it’s been a good run. I’ve grown a healthy mustache and had a lot of fun raising some money for Prostate Cancer Canada. It’ll be kind of sad to say goodbye to this new friend who’s made his home on my face this month – I’m sure my wife won’t mind.
Throughout this month I’ve been ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on November 30, 2010
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From a House to an Acreage in Kelowna
With recent market changes, the price gap between typical single family homes in Kelowna and homes on acreages in Kelowna has gotten much smaller and many people are finding it more attainable to make the jump to the large rural property that they've always dreamed of. If you would like more info on acreages in the Kelowna area, contact Grant Wiebe.
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on November 24, 2010
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Taking Real Estate to the Street - The New Century 21 iPhone App
Century 21 has become the leading brand in internet marketing for real estate in Canada; first with the new http://Century21.ca platform, then with the mobile version - http://m.Century21.ca, and now with the new Century21.ca iPhone App. One of the most exciting features of this new tool is the "Search Nearby" function, which uses GPS technology built into smart phones to locate property ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on November 19, 2010
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Rutland Rememberance Day 2010 Activities at Lions Park - KelownaExcerpt from http://Rutlanders.ca
Rutland Remembrance Day 2010 Activities at Lions Park - Kelowna
The annual Rutland Remembrance Day procession and ceremony will take place at the revitalized Rutland Lions Park on Gray Road (behind Plaza 33) on Thursday, November 11, 10am – noon. The latest info says that the parade will start at 10:30 from the Unit clubhouse on Dougall ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on November 9, 2010
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Low-Ball Offers - Keep Your Emotions in Check
These days, the gap between what sellers are asking for their properties and what buyers want to pay for them seems larger than ever. Here are a few tips to help you do your best to turn that offer in a successful sale. Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor 250.869.2279 http://GrantWiebe.com (Personal Real Estate Corporation - Century 21 Assurance Realty)
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 25, 2010
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Winterizing Your Underground Sprinklers - A Few Things to Keep in Mind
Although the weather is beautiful right now here in Kelowna, it's time to make arrangements to have you underground sprinkler system winterized - don't leave it until the last minute. If you plan to sell you home over the winter, keep some written verification of your sprinkler winterization because there's a good chance the buyer of your home may ask for proof that the system ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on October 1, 2010
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August 2010 Kelowna Real Estate Market Update
Unit sales in the Central Okanagan market area are up 25% over the dramatically low numbers of July 2010 which is definitely a step in the right direction. Sales numbers are still down 21% over August 2009 but buyers seem to come out of their summer slump and responded to some very attractive prices in the Kelowna market right now. Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor 250.869.2279
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on September 3, 2010
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A Client Testimonial from Keith and Laurie Anne"Grant came highly recommended to us and certainly lived up to that recommendation . He was very knowledgeable and highly professional in all his dealings with us. He approached our situation with wisdom and compassion and was always willing to go the extra mile to run an errand or source information that we were unable to because of busy schedules and dealing with an ailing parent . He ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on August 19, 2010
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Kelowna Real Estate Market Update - July 2010
An honest look at some key stats that are relevant to both buyers and sellers in the Kelowna real estate market. The market is in a point of transition and it's important for you to be informed. Call me any time with your questions and for an accurate estimate of the value of your property. Grant Wiebe - Kelowna Realtor http://GrantWiebe.com 250.869.2279 - Personal Real Estate Corporation ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on August 9, 2010
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A Popular UBCO Student Housing Option
Many parents with kids attending UBCO (University of British Columbia Okanagan) from outside of Kelowna are choosing to invest in a condo for their kids to live in while they attend university. This gives students the ability to better enjoy life/work away from campus and it gives parents the peace of mind of knowing that their kids are in a decent place as well as giving parents ...
Posted by Grant Wiebe
on July 16, 2010
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