Recent Blog Posts by Jason Neumann

#4 3481 Old Vernon Kelowna Real Estate - Outdoor Pictures

Some additional Summer photos taken by the home owner of their beautiful yard:             For more photos and additional information please visit: CountryLaneKelowna.com Sincerely, Jason Neumann

February 2012 Kelowna and Okanagan Real Estate Stats

Kelowna/West Kelowna and Okanagan Real Estate Stats - February 2012   Ratio of Sales vs. Total Inventory = 7.43% Condo -- Sales = 54 Condo -- New Listings  = 169 Condo -- Current Inventory = 886 Condo -- Sell/Inv. Ratio = 6.09% Condo -- Days to Sell = 124 Average Price: $204,262 Average Median Price: $186,450   Townhouse -- Sales = 49 Townhouse ...

January 2012 Buyers Survey Results For Kelowna And Central Okanagan Real Estate

Below is a recently released Buyers Agents survey by OMREB (Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board).  A total of 119 real estate agents participated in this survey – representing 58% of the 207 OMREB sales representatives who acted as Buyers Agents and 40% of the 297 deals closed on behalf of Buyers in January. JANUARY SURVEY SUMMARY Property Type: 23.6% by First Time Buyers ...

January 2012 Kelowna and Okanagan Real Estate Stats

Kelowna West Kelowna and Okanagan Real Estate Stats - January 2012   Ratio of Sales vs. Total Inventory = 5.73% Condo -- Sales = 40 Condo -- New Listings  = 174 Condo -- Current Inventory = 850 Condo -- Sell/Inv. Ratio = 4.71% Condo -- Days to Sell = 105 Average Price: $267,945 Average Median Price: $233,000   Townhouse -- Sales = 25 Townhouse -- ...

Amazon.ca Ranks Kelowna Third Most Romantic City In Canada

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and Amazon.ca has announced its third annual ranking of the Top 20 Most Romantic Cities in Canada. Kelowna ranked high on the list coming in 3rd place and if you don't mind my saying so...it should! If you want to see what all the fuss about Kelowna is please visit my blog about things to do in and around our beautiful city! They are: 1. Kingston, ...

Kelowna Named Most Business Friendly City In BC

  The City of Kelowna was recently voted the most business friendly city in B.C. according to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. The CFIB's Communities in Boom: Canada's Top Entrepreneurial Cities, compares 100 of Canada's large and mid-sized municipalities based on: the number of small businesses in a community, the degree of business optimism, and on the effectiveness ...

Halloween Safety Tips for 2011

Below are some practical safety tips (found on Halloween Web) to keep you and your little ghouls safe during the excitement and anticipation of trick or treating: Halloween Costume Safety • Wear flame retardant costumes. • Make sure your Halloween costume is colour-fast so the colour doesn't run onto your other clothes if it rains. • Try on costumes before Halloween to ...

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."   ...

Kelowna named one of Canada's 10 best looking cities

Kelowna,BC was recently named as one of the ten best looking cities in all of Canada.  Kelowna placed 6th overall according to MSN Travel when they measured Canadian cities based upon the people, places and things.  MSN Travel also looked at factors such as: overall look of the city, their natural setting and the man made contributions such as structures, architecture etc.  I'm sure ...

Buy a $1 Tim Hortons Smile Cookie and help support the Kelowna Community Food Bank

  This week from September 19th to 25th, Tim Hortons across North America are raising monies for local charities, community programs and hospitals.  This is a major fundraising effort and it truly is making a difference to many organizations and most importantly to individuals in need. Monies raised locally help support the Kelowna Community Food Bank.  The incredible staff ...

Things About Kelowna And Area You May Not Know...

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 "Sunny ...

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 ...

West Kelowna Communities in Bloom 2010 Contest Winners

  Every year The District of West Kelowna wants to look its best and with a little help from local residents and businesses they continue to impress contest judges and showcase the natural beaiuty of their city. The West Kelowna Communities in Bloom Committee worked with Master Gardeners Heather Doheny, Hermann Matis, Imelda Nagel and Pat Zander to determine winners in eight categories ...

Looking for the latest news on Kelowna and Okanagan Real Estate Listings?

Are you tired and frustrated with researching a home to purchase in Kelowna or the Okanagan region?  Looking for a better way to search out homes and stay on top of the local real estate market?  Need some guidance as to the best areas, neighbourhoods, schools and nearby amenities?  If you answered yes to any or all of these questions then you may want to consider signing up for ...

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

Elton John is coming back to Kelowna,BC this summer!

Elton John is coming back to Kelowna,BC.  The Rocketman first visited Kelowna back on August 28,2002 where he performed such hits as "I'm Still Standing", "Daniel" and "Crocodile Rock", click here for a complete set-list from his 2002 performance.   Elton and his band will be performing for a second time at Prospera Place on July 17,2010.  The tour appropriately ...

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

Lenetta Thordarson, Associate Executive Director of the Kelowna Community Food Bank

Lenetta Thordarson, Associate Executive Director of the Kelowna Community Food Bank discusses the on going year round needs of the Food Bank. The message is simple...families and especially children should not go to bed hungry! For more details on how to donate food or monies to this amazing organization please: Make an online donation at: Paypal Donations Drop your donation off at ...

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 ...