Recent Blog Posts by Jason Neumann

Kelowna and Okanagan Foreclosure Property Sales For February 2012

The Central Okanagan foreclosure inventory levels are showing sharp increases from month to month in 2012.  As a matter of fact, since January 1,2012, there has already been 135 new foreclosure listings to hit the market this year!  Buyers ask me all the time if I foresee a large influx of future foreclosure homes coming to the Kelowna real estate market?  Having ...

Buyers Guide To Understanding Foreclosure and Court Ordered Sales In Kelowna and Okanagan

Foreclosure: A foreclosure is the legal process by which a mortgagee, or other lien holder, usually a lender, obtains a termination of a mortgagor's equitable right of redemption, either by court order or by operation of law (after following a specific statutory procedure). Court Ordered Sale: A Court Ordered Sale is the legal process where the BC Provincial Court is petitioned to approve ...

Vision Based Marketing in Kelowna,BC - Get Connected to More™

Get Connected to More™ with Century 21 Canada's latest Internet Based Marketing System: CENTURY 21 CANADA WEB PLATFORM: CENTURY 21 CANADA I-PHONE APP: To learn more about my "Online Marketing Program" for Sellers please visit: What I will do to sell your home.  If you are a first time or seasoned Buyer please visit my blog: Automatic Email ...

6324 Farmers Drive in Ellison Estates - Additional Photos and Property Information

  Location: 15 minutes north of Kelowna and east of the Kelowna airport for easy accessibility. Two internationally renowned ski hills, Big White (Kelowna) and Silver Star (Vernon), are only a 45 minute drive away. Internationally acclaimed golf courses are with a 20 minute drive. Water sports and fishing are available in Okanagan Lake and several smaller lakes in the area. 10 ...

District of West Kelowna opts for waste cart upgrades

Recently, the District of West Kelowna approved free yard and waste cart upgrades to any residents who want them.  West Kelowna residents may upgrade from a 240 litre yard waste cart to 360 litre comes at no charge, still must pay the $10 yearly fee. For more information please visit the District of West Kelowna. Sincerely, Jason Neumann

Big White Road slated to be resurfaced this summer

The Province Of British Columbia has awarded a $250,000 contract to resurface a two kilometre stretch of Big White Road north of Highway 33.   The roadwork is scheduled to begin this summer and complete in September prior to the opening of the 2011 ski season.  The contract was awarded to Peter Bros. Construction Ltd. The much needed road repair is ...

Kelowna,BC and Central Okanagan Foreclosure Stats for May 2010

There are currently 83 active foreclosures (as of May 24,2010) amongst the entire listing inventory for the Central Okanagan.  That is a 36% increase in the foreclosure inventory from last month. The foreclosure inventory breakdown is as follows: 11 Lots and Acreages (Ranging in value from $39,500 to $1.75 Million) 0 Manufactured Homes currently ...

Kelowna,BC and Central Okanagan Foreclosure Listing Information for January 2010

There are currently 75 foreclosures (as of January 10,2010) amongst the entire listing inventory for the Central Okanagan.  There was a slight decrease of 3 properties in the foreclosure inventory from last month. The foreclosure inventory breakdown is as follows: 4 Lots and Acreages ($115,000 to $590,000) with no pending sales. 32 Single Family Residential ($199,000 ...

Top 10 Things Not to Do Before Closing

Buying a home can be stressful at times especially when it comes to obtaining suitable financing.  Mortgage Brokers warn of making radical changes to your finances during the due diligence period and prior to completing.  Here is some practical advice for Buyers to avoid causing themselves unneccessary headaches prior to completing their home purchase.  The Top 10 Things not ...

Some great Stock Market insights for Canadian Investors

Central banks around the world have pushed their lending rates to historic lows in an effort to stave off a total global financial and economic collapse.  As a result interest rates have remained for the most part at these low levels with many investors trying to take advantage of other's mistimed purchases. 2010 will likely be the year when everything changes... Here’s ...

Tips on "Winter-proofing" your home

Here are some tips to "winter-proofing" your home - or, at least, ways to keep the season from doing serious damage. Furnace Inspection Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace. Stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly. Consider turning on your furnace to make sure it works before you really need it. You may briefly notice a burning smell, don't panic right away; ...

Should You Buy a New or Existing Home?

Buyers have so many choices these days. But after narrowing down the location and selecting the type of home you want to purchase (single-family or condo) , there’s one more decision to make: Should you buy a new home or an existing one? The answer depends upon both your budget and lifestyle. Open up your local newspaper on any given day, and you’re likely to see ads from builders touting ...

BC Assessment - Property Owner's Checklist

Here's a checklist for BC homeowners: Have you received your new 2010 property assessment notice yet? If not, call toll free 1-800-668-0086 or contact them online. If so, be sure to review it carefully. If you have any questions go online or call your local assessment office. Go online to compare other property assessments using the free e-valueBC (TM) service website. If you disagree ...

Wine and Dine in the Okanagan is back!

The 7th Annual Wine & Dine Okanagan presented by Okanagan Strata Management starts on January 13,2010 and runs until January 31,2010.  With fifty restaurants (see BCRFA.com for more details) throughout the Okanagan Valley you are sure to enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner for either $15, $25 or $35 (excludes tax, tip & beverages).  Be sure to enter to win ...

5 Ways to help improve your credit score

With mortgage markets still tight, it’s more important than ever to have a good credit score. Having a good score not only increases the odds of being approved for a mortgage, but it can also affect your rate, as the best interest rates are generally reserved for applicants with top credit scores. Many consumers aren’t knowledgeable about their credit scores—or what impacts them. ...

5 tips for showing your home during the winter months

Winter isn't typically the most popular season for home sales, but the market still remains quite active in the colder months. Follow these simple tips to make your property show well for winter home buyers. Keep pathways clear First impressions are everything, and snow and ice are dangerous hazards. Shovel sidewalks, your driveway and front steps and de-ice them. Ensure that pathways to your home ...

Kelowna,BC Central Okanagan Current MLS Listing Inventory and Sales for November 2009.

Current Central Okanagan MLS Listing Inventory as of December 9,2009: Single Family Dwellings - 1484 properties including 12 pending offers Strata - Condos - 1058 properties including 3 pending offers Strata - Townhomes - 364 properties including 4 pending offers Manufactured Homes - 200 including 1 pending ...

Kelowna Community Food Bank Needs Baby Formula!

Today I met with Lenetta Thoradson the Associate Executive Director for the Kelowna Community Food Bank. She was kind enough to give me an in depth tour of the facility and let me tell you I was extremely impressed and overwhelmed all at once!  The need for food and essentials is great in our city and more-so than many of us even realize.  I have to admit I was very moved to ...

Club Penguin brings some Disney magic to Big White Ski Resort.

This past weekend my family visited our favourite local ski hill, Big White Ski Resort.  While walking through Happy Valley we came across this large billboard advertising Club Penguin, a locally created website which recently sold to the titan of kids entertainment industry, the Walt Disney Company.  Happy Valley is where kids of all ages go to play and be entertained at ...

Kelowna Community Food Bank and Castanet.net are making a difference to Kelowna families in need!

With Christmas now less than a month away many Kelowna families are wondering how they are going to be able to put food on the table.  With jobs being cut back or eliminated many families that have relocated to Kelowna are now finding themselves in need of the most basic essentials.  This year the Kelowna Community Food and Castanet.net have teamed up to help those that need it ...

Kelowna,BC and Central Okanagan Foreclosure Listing Information for October 2009

There are a total of 63 foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory.  That is an overall change of 4 listings to the overall inventory from October,2009 to November,2009.  Current foreclosures of all Central Okanagan listings represent 1.53% of the total listing inventory!  The breakdown is as follows: 3 Lots and Acreages ...

AIR MILES® Program - Century 21 Canada New Sponsor Announcement

Century 21 Canada is pleased to advise that the AIR MILES® Reward Program has expanded its hotel offerings with the addition of Best Western International as the newest Sponsor in the Program. Beginning today, AIR MILES® Collectors will earn 20 AIR MILES reward miles for every qualified stay at any Best Western International hotel in Canada, the United States (including Hawaii and Alaska) ...

There Are Just Two Things That Will Sell Your Home Today!

Are you thinking of selling your home soon? Are you currently interviewing real estate agents? If so, then this video blog is just for you! Today's real estate market is extremely competitive and challenging for Sellers.  You need to have the right tools and resources to effectively market your home.  This video blog will shed some light as to why online marketing and ...

Kelowna,BC and Central Okanagan Foreclosure Statistics for September 2009

There are a total of 57 foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory.  That is an overall change of 1 listing to the total number of foreclosures from September,2009 to October,2009.  Current foreclosures of all Central Okanagan listings represent 1.28% of the total listing inventory!   The breakdown is as follows: 4 Lots ...

Central Okanagan and Kelowna,BC current MLS Listing Inventory and Stats Review for September 2009

Current listing inventory as of October 13,2009: Single Family Dwellings - 1858 properties including 12 pending offers Strata - Condos - 1107 properties including 7 pending offers Strata - Townhomes - 463 properties including 4 pending offers Manufactured Home - 224 including 1 pending offer Lots/Acreages - 852 ...