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It is important when you decide to buy a home that you have a full understanding of the costs associated with your purchase. People often assume the only cost of buying a home in our real estate market is the price of the home, and that is it. There are a lot of additional costs… Read more »

Below is a list of terms that are commonly used when working with mortgages. Amenity  A feature of the home or property that serves as a benefit to the buyer but that is not necessary to its use; may be natural (like location, woods, water) or man-made (like a swimming pool or garden). Amortization Repayment… Read more »

Moving can be very exciting but it can also be very stressful as there are so many things to remember to do! Don’t despair; whether you are doing it on your own, asking friends for some help, or hiring professionals, here is a quick guide to help you get through the buying process. Avoid 9… Read more »

9 Reasons to Buy There are many reasons why you should consider jumping into the real estate market and buying a home. Below is a list of 9 reasons why you should seriously consider it. 1. To Quit Renting Why contribute to someones mortgage payments when you could be paying off your own? With the… Read more »

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When a non-resident sells Canadian real estate, he/she is required to pay the appropriate amount of taxes on any capital gain. The normal Canadian tax rates will be applied to 50% of the gain. However, a non-resident is required to pay an estimate of the tax before the sale, an amount equal to 25% of… Read more »

The bottom line is that buying real estate in Canada is very easy. From a residency point of view, if you plan to stay in Canada for 6 months or less each year, the government considers you a non-resident, which means that you can still open a bank account and buy property, etc. If you… Read more »

I have been helping buyers and sellers with their real estate needs for the past 12 years. Let my knowledge and experience help you sell your home quickly at the best possible price.  If you are moving to the area I will take all the time necessary to help you find that dream home you… Read more »

Welcome to my Website! Kelowna and the Okanagan Valley are a wonderful four seasons destination and a great area to call home. Offering some of the most beautiful scenery in the world, a vibrant and growing city, skiing, swimming, vineyards and hiking, long, dry hot summers and moderate winters with little snow (except on the… Read more »