July 2021

Winter in the Okanagan is the reason why so many people from the shivering prairies move or retire to Kelowna.  Our winters are mild.  So mild in fact that many people don’t even own a pair of winter boots.

However, this doesn't mean Kelowna never has harsh winters.

Winter weather can bring frigid temperatures, ice, high winds, rain, snow, and flooding. It can damage roofs and foundations. It can freeze and break water pipes and eventually lead to rotting wood and mold. These can be costly to remediate, so it is best to protect homes from damage by taking appropriate winterization steps.

Here’s what Kelowna residents need to know about winterizing their homes before cold weather hits.

Home Improvements to Winterize Your House

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Impact of the Pandemic on the Kelowna Housing Market

The coronavirus pandemic has sent shockwaves throughout the globe affecting every aspect of our economy. Not only that, it’s lasted so long that it’s starting to have long-term effects on our lives. As changes become permanent and people start to adapt, the structure of our economy has been transformed. It’s no shock that the Kelowna housing market has also drastically changed and it’s time to reevaluate your options.

Changing Home Preferences

People often overlook the beautiful city of Kelowna as a permanent place to live because it’s often overshadowed by the largest city in British Columbia, Vancouver. Even with Vancouver’s exceedingly high home prices, people are forced to live in the

While people have virtually always landscaped their yards, hardscaping has started to gain popularity as we've begun to put more focus on extending our living spaces to the outdoors. Here's what you need to know first.

What is Hardscaping?

Hardscaping includes all the non-organic design elements on your property - that means retaining walls, paved walkways, decks, fences, pergolas and sculptures.

Should You DIY Your Hardscaping or Hire a Professional?

Simple cosmetic projects like stone patios and fire-pits can be handled on your own if you're feeling handy, but defer to professionals when it comes to big projects that could affect slope or drainage. Contractors who specialize in hardscaping will help you achieve your vision for the space

Most homeowners want to upgrade their bathrooms. Homeowners may use a contractor or decide to do a do-it-yourself (DYI) project. Whether it's because their fixtures are outdated or because they're just tired of staring at the same old paint job, the improvements are usually made with the residents in mind rather than the future buyers. But if homeowners can please both themselves and the next people who live in their home, it's definitely the cherry on top of the sundae. Homeowners who want to make strategic moves should keep the following tips in mind.

Think Small

Smaller bathroom renovations tend to have the highest returns. This is because a return on investment (ROI) for a bathroom is going to be highly dependent on the area in which a

All Glenmore home buyers and sellers need to work with a real estate agent to get the best value they can when buying or selling a home. Here's why everyone should hire a real estate agent when working in real estate and what to look out for when choosing an agent.

Why Should You Hire a Real Estate Agent?

In the age of the Internet, many clients ask us why they should hire a real estate professional to help them sell their house. Without a real estate agent, some people do okay, but most don't. Here are five reasons you SHOULD hire a professional agent to help market and sell your property.

Education and Experience

You don't need to know everything about buying and selling real estate if you hire a real estate professional who does. The