Buying tips

Grants and Rebates for Home Buyers and Home Owners

Posted on Sep 20, 2023 in Buying tips

We all know its not easy owning a home. It's true home ownership is the most significant way Canadians build financial security, but it can be an expensive and tough road. we wanted to share with you some of the ways you can recoup costs and save money both for those looking to get into the market and for those who already own their own homes. 
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FOREIGN HOME BUYERS BAN

Posted on Jan 11, 2023 in Buying tips

BIG CHANGES IN 2023!

Not only did we see the rescission changes roll out but recently, the federal government released the full details of the Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act (commonly referred to as the foreign homebuyers ban).

The following is an overview of the regulations as they relate to this ban.

What Do...

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Home Buyer's Cheat Sheet Part 2

Posted on Jan 09, 2023 in Buying tips

Welcome to Part two of our Home buyer's Cheat Sheet: Checking out Government Programs and Preparing to Meet with your Mortgage Broker

Some Government Home Buyer Incentives
For those of you who have money saved up in their RRSP for retirement, consider taking advantage of the 
RRSP HOME BUYERS’ PLAN.
Put simply, the Canadian Government allows Canadians t...

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First Time Home Buyers Cheat Sheet Part 1

Posted on Jan 05, 2023 in Buying tips

THE DOWN PAYMENT:
Start here:   Figure out what you need and set a goal!
The amount you need for a down payment depends on the home, but it ranges from 5% – 20% of the purchase price.

(FYI at the time of writing a quick search in Oliver shows 8 single family homes under $500,000, 1 Townhouse, 5 apartments and 9 mobile homes all under $500,000)

Many peopl...

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5 THINGS YOU WILL NOT WANT TO COMPROMISE ON BEFORE YOU BUY

Posted on Jul 08, 2022 in Buying tips


 1.      LOCATION 

The Okanagan is blessed in a wide variety of geographical ways, from the vineyards, to the deserts, the lakes, forests and mountains, rural life, towns, cities  and acreages. There is a lot to look at!  

Golf life? We have the community for you. Ski hill aficionado? Whether snowboarding or skiing, we can find the right spot. Water sports...

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Thinking of Buying a Home? How We Can Help!

Posted on Jun 15, 2022 in Buying tips

For most of us, buying a home is the biggest financial decision we will make. A licensed professional can guide you through this process, and give you the facts needed to make an informed decision! Invaluable service– and at No Cost to the home buyer. That’s a deal that isn’t stressed enough. 

Buying a home is a complicated process, here are some wa...

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