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!
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1. Kingston, ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on February 7, 2012
Kelowna/West Kelowna and Central Okanagan Real Estate Stats - November 2011
Ratio of Sales vs. Total Inventory = 6.59%
Condo -- Sales = 52
Condo -- New Listings = 119
Condo -- Current Inventory = 851
Condo -- Sell/Inv. Ratio = 6.11%
Condo -- Days to Sell = 113
Average Price: $250,545
Average Median Price: $219,500
Townhouse -- Sales = 31
Townhouse ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on December 6, 2011
Kelowna/West Kelowna and Central Okanagan Real Estate Stats - October 2011
Ratio of Sales vs. Total Inventory = 6.38%
Condo -- Sales = 50
Condo -- New Listings = 200
Condo -- Current Inventory = 889
Condo -- Sell/Inv. Ratio = 5.62%
Condo -- Days to Sell = 118
Average Price: $250,707
Average Median Price: $210,625
Townhouse -- Sales = 37
Townhouse ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on November 29, 2011
Anytime there's a local event in Kelowna or the Okanagan Valley that involves a family atmosphere I get really excited as a Dad. I have three amazing children that are quite energetic (there's a major understatement) and they love to do creative types of activities. This year was no exception when we attended the 2nd Annual Gingerbread Event at the Parkinson Recreation Centre. ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on November 28, 2011
The Central Okanagan foreclosure inventory levels continue to show steady increases from month to month as 2011 comes to a close. Buyers ask me all the time if I foresee a huge influx of court ordered sales to the Kelowna real estate market? In my opinion, having watched how the local banks and lenders handle the foreclosure process the answer would have to be...no I don't. Reason being ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on November 28, 2011
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 ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on November 1, 2011
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." ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on October 11, 2011
(Pictured L to R - Elizabeth Martin, Mike Sandstra, Jacquie Chilliak and Jason Neumann)
Well another Century 21 Canada Conference has come and gone and let me tell you our Edmonton hosts did an amazing job with events like a Brewery Bash to kick things off and then an incredible wrap up event at The Art Gallery of Alberta with Vibe Tribe providing the evening's entertainment. ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on September 27, 2011
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 ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on September 27, 2011
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 ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on September 19, 2011