Recent Blog Posts by Jason Neumann

What I Will Do To Sell Your Home!

You have heard enough of the promises, you simply want results!  Selling your home in today's ever changing market calls for a Realtor with new and innovative ideas.  It has been proven time and time again that to get maximum exposure for a listing, marketing through the Internet is critical.  I truly believe in the power of Internet advertising and how it brings Buyers "out of the woodwork."   ...

BC Assessment for Central Okanagan 2011

Recently, 80,000 property owners in the Central Okanagan received their property assessments in the mail.  The majority of these assessments showed little change from 2009 as overall real estate sales in Kelowna and area were quite sluggish in 2010.  It is important to note that BC Assessments do not reflect current real estate market conditions and are more of a general guide ...

Kelowna and Central Okanagan December 2010 Stats

Ratio of Sales vs. Total Inventory = 5.43% Condo -- Sales = 44 Condo -- New Listings  = 166 Condo -- Current Inventory = 884 Condo -- Sell/Inv. Ratio = 4.98% Condo -- Days to Sell = 119 Average Price: $237,066 Average Median Price: $217,450   Townhouse -- Sales = 21 Townhouse -- New Listings = 85 Townhouse -- Current Inventory = 440 Townhouse -- ...

Canada Post 11th Annual Employee Food Drive November 20,2010

This coming Saturday November 20 Canada Post Employees, their families and friends will be collecting food donations throughout the various neighbourhoods in Kelowna and West Kelowna.  This year the Kelowna Comamunity Food Bank has set a very lofty goal of collecting a 100,000 pounds of food in this single day effort.  Last year the same event saw 36,000 pounds of food collected ...

Boil Water Notice for Glenmore Neighbourhoods

A boil water notice has been issued for all residents within the Glenmore water service area.  The affected neighbourhoods include the following: Wilden, Quail Ridge, UBCO, Dry Valley and Airport areas. The Kelowna International Airport terminal and McKinley Landing area have not affected by this recent notice. The Glenmore-Ellison Improvement District (G.E.I.D.) is stating ...

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

251 Magic Drive Kelowna.BC - Garden and Deck Photos

 Some additional photos taken by the homeowner of their beautiful deck and backyard:               For additional photos and property details please visit: 251MagicDrive.com

City of Kelowna announces the finalists of the 35th Annual Civic and Community Awards.

I would like to congratulate all nominees in the various categories on their contributions in helping make Kelowna,BC a special place to live, work and play! This article courtesty of Castanet.net: The City of Kelowna has announced the finalists of the 35th Annual Civic and Community Awards. Awards winners from each category will be revealed on April 14 at the 35th Annual Civic and Community ...

Things you may not know about Kelowna,BC

K.L.O. - means "Kelowna Land and Orchard Company", the company owned most of the land in that area for many years. Kelowna's Fall Wine Festival is ranked amongst the "Top 100 Events in North America" year after year. Mount Boucherie is one of five extinct volcanoes found in the Okanagan. Kelowna's five major performance companies produce over 15 plays and musicals each year. The ...

Quick Facts and Stats on Kelowna,BC Canada

Kelowna,BC Canada Quick Facts and Statistics: 1. Kelowna is the largest city in BC's intrerior region and was incorporated in 1905. 2. Kelowna's total land area is 221.69 square kilometres. 3. Kelowna is located in British Columbia's Central Okanagan Regional District. 4. Kelowna is 471 kilometres east of Vancouver BC. 5. Kelowna BC is 606 kilometres west of Calgary ...

Okanagan Buyer's Corner

Whether you are a first time buyer, moving up in the real estate market, or downsizing, it is important to have an experienced, qualified sales representative working for you. Choosing a Real Estate Professional is one of the most important decisions you will make to ensure the success of your venture.  As your "Local Expert" my market knowledge will help you select the property that meets ...

Okanagan Seller's Corner

There are a number of different areas that are important to consider when choosing your real estate representative: Personality & Service Once you decide to sell your home, it is important to choose a realtor that both you and your family can trust and feel comfortable working with. As a sales associate for Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd., I am that real estate professional you are looking for.  ...

Rutland Library grand opening tomorrow January 26,2010

Residents of the Kelowna area and the community of Rutland are invited to join the ribbon cutting ceremonies of the new Rutland Library.  Board members and staff of the Okanagan Regional Library want the public to come check out the new facility which features: better layout, skylights, more natural daylight and work spaces.  There are now two entrances with access from both the ...

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 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 ...

The Bean Scene Coffee Works in Rutland is worth every penny!

Tired of the same old scene on the coffee shop front?  Had enough of standing in lines or waiting in drive-thrus just to get your cup of joe?  Well then look no further than the Bean Scene in Kelowna's family friendly neighbourhood of Rutland.  The Bean Scene is known locally for its great selection of specialty coffees including the ever popular "London Fog".  Upon ...

Central Okanagan Real Estate MLS Listing Inventory and Foreclosures for August 2009

Current listing inventory as of August 28,2009: Single Family Dwellings - 2091 properties including 12 pending offers Strata - Condos - 1073 properties including 3 pending offers Strata - Townhomes - 505 properties including 8 pending offers Manufactured Home - 229 including 1 pending offers Lots/Acreages - 937 ...

Central Okanagan Real Estate MLS Listing Inventory and Foreclosures for July 2009

Current listing inventory as of July 27,2009: Single Family Dwellings - 2113 properties including 8 pending offers Strata - Condos - 1035 properties including 3 pending offers Strata - Townhomes - 533 properties including 6 pending offers Manufactured Home - 236 including 0 pending offers Lots/Acreages - 915 ...

Video Blog of West Kelowna Wildfires 2009

Some video footage I shot from the Tower Ranch Golf Course showing the wildfires in Glenrosa, Rose Valley and Fintry.

50th Anniversary of Rutland May Days start May 15th

This year's 50th anniversary of Rutland May Days will run from May 15 to May 18 in Centennial Park.  Event's include: All-Star Wrestling, Bull Riding Championships, Karaoke, Youth Dances and an Amusement Park. Daily admission to various events is $2.  Breakfast will be served every morning from 8am.  Parade will begin Saturday, May 16 at 10:00am.  ...

Kelowna's Highway 33 widening project is a go!

The Province of B.C. and the City of Kelowna recently announced a $23.5 million partnership project to widen Highway 33 to four lanes between Muir Road and Gallagher Road.  The stretch of road to be widened is approximately 4.2 km long and is scheduled to begin this coming summer and to be completed by the Fall of 2010.  The Province is funding $11,5 million, with the City picking up ...

Central Okanagan businessman provides organization for new automated disposal containers

Jessie Bo-Lassen is building standard cedar containers to help Central Okanagan home owners keep the newly adopted container system in order.  The idea is to have all three of the new wheeled collection carts in one easy and accessible place.  Each new cart has a designated application: garbage, yard waste and recycling.  Mr. Bo-Lassen is selling these cedar containers for $450 and ...

Proposed 85-acre Reservoir in Black Mountain will be brought before the public soon.

Water shortages seem to plague the headlines each year as we move from Winter to Spring in the Central Okanagan.  The newly proposed water reservoir in Black Mountain may just help with the constant water shortages we seem to be facing.  Recently, there was an opportunity to view the proposed 85 acre reservoir at Black Mountain Elementary, there is no feedback reported on the public's ...