Ok, so what happened in the world of real estate in December 2011,in our area, the North Okanagan?
This area comprises of:
AdventureBay, Alexis Park, Armstrong, Bella Vista, BX, Cherryville, Coldstream, Commonage, East Hill, Enderby
Falkland, Foothills, Grindrod, Harwood, Lavington, Lumby, Mabel Lake, Mission Hill, Okanagan Landing,
Predator Ridge, Silver Star, Spallumcheen, Swan Lake ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on January 11, 2012
Here are some funny photos of what NOT to display when you show your home for sale!........
Everyone likes ornaments but....seriously?
I'm not sure if I'm in a Museum of someone's home?!.....
" um Good Morning, did you sleep well?"
Always remember that if you really want to sell your home, then first impressions are everything! Ask us about our staging information and our ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on August 24, 2011
Ultimate Guide to Choosing Countertops: Pros & Cons
If you've ever undergone a big kitchen renovation, ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on June 8, 2011
What To Do When The Asking Price is Too High?
If a seller insists in listing above current market price, agents can go for it but should do so with a strict time limit in mind. The seller needs to understand that there will need to be a price reduction if the home hasn't had an offer after 3 - 4 weeks. Leaving it on the market without any necessary adjustment only accumulates days ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on May 31, 2011
I have a lot of people asking me how to best prepare for a home purchase in the next year or two.
How much should you save for a down payment?
My recommendation for a down payment: 5-10% minimum, try for 20% or more if possible.
What should you do before actually starting to house hunt?
Save, save, save that down payment.
Keep paying any bills and/or credit on time. This ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on May 10, 2011
The statistics for home sales in the North Okanagan have just been released.
Here are the results from April 2011.......
Residential April 2011
Sales.......47
New Listings....204
Current Homes for Sale........808
Days to sell a home.......74
Average Price of Home........$360,034
How do they compare from one year ago? Read On.......
Residential April 2010
Sales............... ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on May 4, 2011
Since this is tax season, we wanted to remind everyone that the Federal First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit, introduced in January, 2009, is still in existence. If you acquired a home after January 27, 2009 as a First Time Home Buyer you could save some taxes!
The First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit is a non-refundable ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on April 21, 2011
Whether you're looking to sell your home or just keep up with the Jones', these few easy steps will make sure your house is admired by just about everyone who passes by. Help me! My house looks nice inside, but the front yard just isn't up to par. I hear so much about curb appeal but it's hard to figure out where to start. What are the most important things to do? Home Rescue: True, you ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on April 20, 2011
Sales of existing homes in Canada during the first quarter reached its highest level in a year due mostly to the voracious demand for houses in Vancouver and Toronto.
The Canadian Real Estate Association said seasonally adjusted national sales activity in the first quarter was up 4.5 per cent over the previous quarter, and reached the highest quarterly level in a year as national ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on April 18, 2011
If you are thinking of selling your home, or if your home is listed for sale, NOW is the time to get your yard cleaned up. This includes removing all dead leaves and plants from the lawn and garden, tidy up the garden edges, prune and remove the garden waste. Also, don't forget to sweep the driveway, sidewalks and patio. Set up your deck and patio furniture, remove any hanging baskets full ...
Posted by The Don Miller Group Team
on March 29, 2011