Recent Blog Posts by Jason Neumann

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, ...

What will you do with your 31,536,000 seconds of time?

Ask yourself the question...Do you have enought time to do all the things that are important to you?  How will you manage your time during the coming year in 2012?"  Over the course of the next week or so you are likely to be asked if you made any New Year's resolutions?!  You may or may not make any resolution(s) but the very question will likely make you think ...

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 ...

The Century 21 Brand...Smarter...Bolder...Faster...

Smarter... Bolder... Faster...

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 ...

260 Davie Road Kelowna,BC Real Estate Pre-Renovation Photos

Below are photos taken of 260 Davie Road prior to renovations taking place... Living Room:   Kitchen:   Dining Room:   Basement:

Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd Sponsors "KidsZone" Canada Day Event

Recently my brokerage, Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. celebrated Canada Day with thousands of Kelowna,BC area residents at Waterfront Park.  The Century 21 "KidsZone" was a terrific success!  As a brokerage we handed out nearly 1500 Century 21 balloons, 1000's of pieces of candy along with tattoos, toys and more!  The volume of traffic was fantastic as both parent and ...

The Rundown On June 2011 Sales For Kelowna And The Central Okanagan

Kelowna,BC and Central Okanagan Real Estate Stats - June 2011 Ratio of Sales vs. Total Inventory = 7.36% Condo -- Sales = 49 Condo -- New Listings  = 190 Condo -- Current Inventory = 980 Condo -- Sell/Inv. Ratio = 5.00% Condo -- Days to Sell = 104 Average Price: $289,912 Average Median Price: $284,000   Townhouse -- Sales = 41 Townhouse -- New Listings = 144 Townhouse ...

Best Of Kelowna And The Okanagan Valley - Things To Do And Places To Visit

Are you new the Kelowna area?  Perhaps you are visiting here from out of town?  Kids saying they are bored and not quite sure where to take them for some fun and excitement?  Well here's a list of some very fun family oriented places in the Kelowna area: ATV Tours Boat Rentals Boat Tours Camping Carmelis Goat Cheese Artisan Inc. CrocTalk Conservation & ...

Sarah McLachlan Show Rescheduled For April 30,2011.

Sarah McLachlan's concert at Prospera Place in Kelowna,BC was originally scheduled for Wednesday March 2nd and has now been rescheduled for Saturday, April 30th.  As a huge fan of her work I was disappointed at the news that her crew and equipment could not make it to the Interior due to high winds on Vancouver Island which caused ferry delays.  The quick rescheduling of her show is ...

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 ...

Remembrance Day Closures in downtown Kelowna and Rutland

The City of Kelowna has recently posted the schedule of events for Remembrance Day this Thursday November 11,2010.  Please show your support for our beloved veterans and for those that made the ultimate sacrifice to give us the freedoms we enjoy today! Here is the list of roads in downtown Kelowna and Rutland that will be temporarily closed for Remembrance Day parades on Thursday, ...

Kelowna Rockets to honour veterans with Remembrance Day jerseys

The Kelowna Rockets will wear specially designed Remembrance Day jerseys during their game Wednesday November 10 versus the Edmonton Oil Kings.  Here's a picture of Tyson Barrie the captain of the WHL Rockets: (Photo: Wayne Moore - Castanet) Sincerely, Jason Neumann

WestJet brings Kelowna residents closer to Las Vegas

To quote the famous Las Vegas entertainer Elvis Presley:"A little less conversation, a little more action please..."   Starting November 2,2010 for the next six months residents of the Okanagan will now be able to fly directly from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Las Vegas,NV on a bi-weekly basis.  WestJet will fly on Tuesdays departing mid ...

Kelowna Media Test BC's New 0.05 Driking and Driving Law

Recently Kelowna RCMP gathered local media to test the new 0.05 BC legislation for drinking and driving.  The results varied and likely will even surprise you! Sincerely, Jason Neumann

Kelowna Average Monthly Temperatures

Kelowna Average Monthly Temperatures: The hot dry summers and mild winters make living in Kelowna very attractive and ultimately is what drew my family here.  With a true four seasons comes all the outdoor lifestyle activities that the Okanagan region has become world famous for!  The Okanagan offers everything from: wine tasting tours, golf, water sports, downhill and cross country ...

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 ...

Okanagan Fall Wine Festival Complete List of Award Winners

Recently, the Okanagan Fall Wine Festival awards were announced.  Both VQA Wineries and non-Vintners Quality Alliance wineries were represented at this years festival and as usual there were no disappointments in the overall selection.    The three day judging for the BC Wine Awards takes place in Kelowna and consists of 12 North American wine judges. The competition is open ...

BMO Marathon Road Closures for 2010

The marathon will take place on Sunday, October 10, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.  The west bay of City Park will also be closed for the duration of the event. Traffic will affect the following areas: •Abbott St, Leon to Bernard Avenues •Bernard Ave, Abbott to Water Streets •Water Street, Bernard to Clement Avenues •Clement Ave, Water Street to Sunset Drive •Sunset ...

You'll never "Guess Who" has the top Canadian single of all time?!

Author Bob Mersereau recently published his latest book titled, "The Top 100 Canadian Singles" where Amercian Woman by The Guess Who received the nod for the No.1 Canadian song of all time.  Bob Mersereau polled some 800 musicians, journalists, promoters, retailers, music industry executives, managers and music fans for their take on the Canadian music scene over the past ...

Kelowna Olympian Kelsey Serwa will sign posters this coming week

Residents of Kelowna can meet and congratulate Canadian Olympian Kelsey Serwa in person at a poster signing session on Tuesday, September 21, at Orchard Park Mall.  Serwa will sign posters from 3-6pm in the Sky Court. Serwa will be signing limited edition Olympic posters to help Big White Ski Resort kick off their annual winter season pass sale. Serwa finished fifth overall in ...

Central Okanagan August 2010 Stats

Well summer came to an abrupt halt in the last week of August here in Kelowna!  I noticed a bit more interest from buyers looking into Okanagan real estate, but nothing out of the ordinary for this time of the year.  August 2010 sales activity started to pick up as the buyer’s market continues in the Okanagan. While inventory levels are starting to decline and sales volumes are increasing ...

Okanagan Foreclosure List and Sales August 2010

There are currently 84 active foreclosures (as of September 17,2010) amongst the entire listing inventory for the Central Okanagan.  There are 4,910 current active listings reporting at this time including the 84 foreclosure properties. Foreclosure Inventory breakdown: 8 Lots and Acreages (Ranging in value from $99,000 to $1.75 Million) 2 Manufactured Home ...