Rethink Everything by Steven Cresswell
After watching this video I can see why this young man was so deserving of the top prize of $2500 from Xap/Bridges for his efforts. Steven sent a mesasage of hard work pays dividends and that we are shaped by our experiences in life. This sort of message is what we can all glean something from and apply it to our everyday lives. ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 31, 2010
Eight athletes from the Okanagan can now proudly call themselves Olympians. The announcement came yesterday with 206 Canadian athletes getting the nod for the upcoming 2010 Winter Games. The games will be hosted and held in venues across Vancouver, Richmond and Whistler starting on February 12 until February 28.
Clara Hughes will be given the honour of carrying the ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 30, 2010
Residents of the Kelowna area and the community of Rutland are invited to join the ribbon cutting ceremonies of the new Rutland Library. Board members and staff of the Okanagan Regional Library want the public to come check out the new facility which features: better layout, skylights, more natural daylight and work spaces. There are now two entrances with access from both the ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 25, 2010
Current Active Central Okanagan MLS Listing Inventory as of January 10,2010:
Single Family Dwellings - 1323 properties (a 12.17% decrease from December) including 12 pending offers ranging in value from $49,900 to $15.9M
Strata - Condos - 945 properties (a 11.96% decrease from December) with no pending offers ranging in value from $62,400 ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 15, 2010
Adam Haggarty is a Kelowna based musician with a passion for helping others, particularly struggling musicians who want to get their music produced and heard on the local scene. He is a session player, singer/song writer, producer and engineer all rolled into one. With over 15 years as a musician himself he is able to play pretty much any instrument you can name. When ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 13, 2010
Here are some tips to "winter-proofing" your home - or, at least, ways to keep the season from doing serious damage.
Furnace Inspection
Call an HVAC professional to inspect your furnace.
Stock up on furnace filters and change them monthly.
Consider turning on your furnace to make sure it works before you really need it. You may briefly notice a burning smell, don't panic right away; ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 9, 2010
Buyers have so many choices these days. But after narrowing down the location and selecting the type of home you want to purchase (single-family or condo) , there’s one more decision to make: Should you buy a new home or an existing one?
The answer depends upon both your budget and lifestyle.
Open up your local newspaper on any given day, and you’re likely to see ads from builders touting ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 9, 2010
The 7th Annual Wine & Dine Okanagan presented by Okanagan Strata Management starts on January 13,2010 and runs until January 31,2010. With fifty restaurants (see BCRFA.com for more details) throughout the Okanagan Valley you are sure to enjoy a three-course prix fixe dinner for either $15, $25 or $35 (excludes tax, tip & beverages). Be sure to enter to win ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 9, 2010
With mortgage markets still tight, it’s more important than ever to have a good credit score. Having a good score not only increases the odds of being approved for a mortgage, but it can also affect your rate, as the best interest rates are generally reserved for applicants with top credit scores.
Many consumers aren’t knowledgeable about their credit scores—or what impacts them. ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on January 5, 2010
Winter isn't typically the most popular season for home sales, but the market still remains quite active in the colder months. Follow these simple tips to make your property show well for winter home buyers.
Keep pathways clear
First impressions are everything, and snow and ice are dangerous hazards. Shovel sidewalks, your driveway and front steps and de-ice them. Ensure that pathways to your home ...
Posted by Jason Neumann
on December 30, 2009