http://activerain.com/blogs/c21guy Jason Neumann, Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd., Kelowna,BC, Kelowna Real Estate Agent, Kelowna Realtor, Kelowna Blog, Kelowna Blogger en-us http://activerain.com/blogsview/1327546/kelowna-bc-and-central-okanagan-foreclosure-listing-information-for-october-2009 <p>There are&nbsp;a total of&nbsp;63&nbsp;foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory.<strong>&nbsp; </strong>That is an overall change of&nbsp;4 listings&nbsp;to the overall inventory from October,2009 to November,2009.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>Current</em></strong><strong><em>&nbsp;foreclosures&nbsp;of all&nbsp;Central Okanagan listings represent 1.53%&nbsp;of the total listing inventory!</em>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The breakdown is as follows:</p> <p><strong>3&nbsp;Lots and Acreages </strong>($115,000 and $590,000) plus one pending sale</p> <p><strong>41&nbsp;Single Family Residential</strong> ($250,000 to $2.295 Million) plus one pending sale</p> <p><strong>17&nbsp;Strata Properties</strong> ($229,900 to $999,000)</p> <p>There were&nbsp;some dramatic changes to the Central Okanagan&nbsp;foreclosure inventory this past month.&nbsp; There are&nbsp;eleven more residential homes on the market over September, which is a 36.67% increase!&nbsp; Strata based properties saw the reverse with a -29.4% decrease or&nbsp;five less&nbsp;listings.&nbsp; Currently, there are two pending sales on Kelowna&nbsp;foreclosure properties with one being a $270,000 building lot and the other a $1.699,000 residential home.</p> <p>In terms of October foreclosure&nbsp;sales there were a total of&nbsp;eight for&nbsp;the month.&nbsp;&nbsp;One&nbsp;Glenrosa residential home sold for $302,500 after being on the market for 118 days&nbsp;at $314,000.&nbsp;&nbsp;Five strata sales&nbsp;ranging from $199,900 to $654,000 sold this past month.&nbsp;Two of&nbsp;these resulted in sales for over list price, which essentially means&nbsp;a bidding war or auction environment was created by the courts.&nbsp; Another two of these properties sold for&nbsp;100% of list price.&nbsp; Of note two of these strata titled properties were&nbsp;located&nbsp;in&nbsp;<strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/en/jason.neumann/Big_White_Ski_Resort_Recreational_Homes" title="Big White Ski Resort" target="_blank">Big White Ski Resort</a></strong>.&nbsp; Of the remaining properties the highest discount&nbsp;agreed to by the courts was -15.7% off of list price.</p> <p>The continuing&nbsp;trend of foreclosure properties are selling at or near list price!&nbsp; Bottom line is investors and first time home buyers are starting to battle it out in the courts for these properties&nbsp;and it is causing bidding wars to take place.&nbsp; It is important to understand the foreclosure process and how the court system works for buyers interested in purchasing one of these properties.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you would like more information on the court process or a detailed list of current foreclosures in Kelowna and/or its surrounding areas please contact me at (250) 808-7700 or <a href="mailto:jason.neumann@century21.ca">jason.neumann@century21.ca</a></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:15:34 -0600 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1327546/kelowna-bc-and-central-okanagan-foreclosure-listing-information-for-october-2009 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1306507/2-645-rutland-road-v1x-3b6-rutland-north-maplewood-gardens- <p><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/Property/BC/V1X_3B6/Kelowna/Rutland_Road_N/2_645" title="2 645 Rutland Road MapleWood Gardens" target="_blank"><img title="2 645 Rutland Road Maplewood Gardens" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/7/5/1/3/ar125668348531574.jpg" height="533" alt="2 645 Rutland Road Maplewood Gardens" width="800" /></a></p> <p>Why rent when you can own this updated&nbsp;Maplewood Gardens&nbsp;2 bedroom 2 bathroom townhome for less?&nbsp; Perfect&nbsp;for the investor&nbsp;or first time home buyer!&nbsp; This family&nbsp;friendly townhome offers amazing value as a condo alternative with low strata fees, new furnace, new carpets, new countertops, new fridge, new stove&nbsp;and so much&nbsp;more! Nice floorplan with kitchen, living space/laundry room&nbsp;on the main level and bedrooms and bonus room on second floor.&nbsp;&nbsp;Living room features huge vaulted ceilings.&nbsp; Additional storage thru crawlspace access and storage area built beside the front door.&nbsp;</p> <p>Located next door to all levels of school: <strong><a href="http://www.rle.sd23.bc.ca/" title="Rutland Elementary" target="_blank">Rutland Elementary</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" title="Rutland Middle" target="_blank">Rutland Middle</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" title="Rutland Senior Secondary" target="_blank">Rutland Senior Secondary</a></strong>. Nearby amenities include:<strong><a href="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" title="YMCA/YWCA" target="_blank">Athans Pool/YMCA</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" title="Boys and Girls Club" target="_blank">Boys and Girls Club</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" title="Rutland Arena" target="_blank">Rutland Arena</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" title="Kelowna BMX Club" target="_blank">BMX Track</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" title="Okanagan Gymnastics" target="_blank">Okanagan Gymnastics</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" title="McCurdy Bowling Center" target="_blank">McCurdy Bowling</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.tribute.ca/showtimes/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" title="Grand 10 Cinemas" target="_blank">Grand 10 Theatre</a></strong>, new <strong><a href="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" title="EnergyPlex" target="_blank">Energy Plex</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.rutlandpark.org/" title="Rutland Park Community Association" target="_blank">Rutland Parks</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.busonline.ca/regions/kel/schedules/map.cfm?line=10&amp;" title="BC Public Transit" target="_blank">Public Transit</a></strong> and more!</p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit:&nbsp;<strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/Property/BC/V1X_3B6/Kelowna/Rutland_Road_N/2_645" title="645 Rutland Road Maplewood Gardens" target="_blank">645RutlandRoad.com</a>&nbsp;</strong>or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p>Proudly offered at <strong>$189,900 CDN.</strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><em><strong>Jason Neumann,</strong> </em><strong>REALTOR&reg;</strong>&nbsp;<br />Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Cell: (250) 808-7700<br />Office: 1-888-301-2121<br /><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Kelowna Real Estate News"><strong>KelownaRealEstateNews.com</strong><br /></a><br /><strong>Follow me on</strong> <strong><a href="http://twitter.com/jasonneumann" title="Twitter Jason Neumann"><strong>Twitter</strong></a></strong><br /><strong>My </strong><strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/jason.neumann" title="Facebook Jason Neumann"><strong>Facebook</strong></a></strong> <strong>Page<br />Network on <a href="http://friendfeed.com/jasonneumann" title="Jason Neumann Friendfeed">Friendfeed</a></strong><br /><br /><em><strong>"The referral of your friends&nbsp;or family is always appreciated and rewarded."</strong></em></strong></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:49:44 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1306507/2-645-rutland-road-v1x-3b6-rutland-north-maplewood-gardens- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1283377/central-okanagan-real-estate-market-analysis-for-september-2009 <p><strong>Current listing inventory as of October 13,2009:</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Single Family Dwellings</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;1858 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;12 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata - Condos</span></strong>&nbsp;- 1107&nbsp;properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;7 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata -&nbsp;Townhomes</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;463 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;4 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Manufactured Home</span></strong> -&nbsp;224&nbsp;including&nbsp;1 pending offer</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lots/Acreages</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;852 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;3 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Total properties for sale</span></strong> - 4,765 (total inventory decrease of&nbsp;5.79% from last month's report)</p> <p>The real estate market in the Central Okanagan continues to show signs of growth with the overall absorption rate for all listed properties increasing to 7.59%&nbsp;or a 13 month supply.</p> <p>The hottest segment of the real estate market in the Central Okanagan continues to be&nbsp;townhomes.&nbsp; There were&nbsp;28 sales in&nbsp;September of 2008 compared to&nbsp;62 sales in&nbsp;September of 2009.&nbsp; That accounts for a 121.43% increase in sales year&nbsp;over year&nbsp;and an absorption rate of 12.53% of the overall townhome inventory. Essentially, at that rate of sales there is enough supply for&nbsp;8 months.&nbsp; Bottom line is if you are considering selling your townhome, this is great time as Buyers have certainly spoken on what they want for housing right now!</p> <p>Residential homes have also seen some encouraging stats with 207 unit sales for September of 2009 compared to 129 at this time last year.&nbsp; That means a 60.47% increase in sales likely due to low interest rates and lower house prices this year versus last.&nbsp; Another statistic worth mentioning is the absorption rate increase of nearly 3%&nbsp;since August 2009.&nbsp; At this currrent rate of sales vs inventory there is a 7 1/2 month suppply.&nbsp; First time home buyers are certainly enjoying this market!</p> <p>If you would like more in depth statistics or have any general questions please contact me at (250) 808-7700 or at <a href="mailto:jason.neumann@century21.ca">jason.neumann@century21.ca</a></p> <p>Complete <strong><a href="http://www.omreb.com/files/09%20-%20CO%20Statistics%20September%202009.pdf" title="OMREB Statistics" target="_blank">OMREB Statistics</a></strong> for September 2009</p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><em><strong>Jason Neumann,</strong> </em><strong>REALTOR&reg;</strong>&nbsp;<br />Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Cell: (250) 808-7700<br />Office: 1-888-301-2121<br /><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Kelowna Real Estate News"><strong>KelownaRealEstateNews.com</strong><br /></a><br /><strong>Follow me on</strong> <strong><a href="http://twitter.com/jasonneumann" title="Twitter Jason Neumann"><strong>Twitter</strong></a></strong><br /><strong>My</strong>&nbsp;<strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/jason.neumann" title="Facebook Jason Neumann"><strong>Facebook</strong></a></strong> <strong>Page<br />Network on <a href="http://friendfeed.com/jasonneumann" title="Jason Neumann Friendfeed">Friendfeed</a></strong><br /></strong></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:11:17 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1283377/central-okanagan-real-estate-market-analysis-for-september-2009 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1271329/rutland-s-bean-scene-coffee-works-is-a-must-visit- <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><img title="Bean Scene Coffee Works" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/0/1/1/2/ar125481188621108.jpg" height="600" alt="Bean Scene Coffee Works" width="800" style="margin: 5px; float: left; border: black 5px solid;" /></p> <p>Tired of the same old scene on the coffee shop front?&nbsp; Had enough of standing in lines&nbsp;or waiting in drive-thrus just to get your cup of joe?&nbsp; Well then look no further than the Bean Scene in&nbsp;Kelowna's family friendly neighbourhood of Rutland.&nbsp; The Bean Scene is known locally for its great selection of specialty coffees including the ever popular "London Fog".&nbsp; Upon entering the doors to this coffee lovers utopia the beckoning and busyness of&nbsp;life seemingly evaporate after your first sip of heaven.&nbsp; Free wireless Internet, large seating areas and warm modern decor are all part of the overall experience as well.&nbsp; By the way, highly recommend the mocha!</p> <p><img title="Coffee Mocha" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/3/7/3/6/ar125481229163737.jpg" height="150" alt="Coffee Mocha" width="200" style="float: left;" />The Bean Scene Coffee Works is located across the street from Rutland Centennial Hall (207 Rutland&nbsp;Road)&nbsp;just before the intersection of&nbsp;Hwy 33 and&nbsp;Rutland Rd.&nbsp; Hope to see you there!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Tue, 06 Oct 2009 02:00:27 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1271329/rutland-s-bean-scene-coffee-works-is-a-must-visit- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1253155/central-okanagan-real-estate-mls-listing-inventory-and-foreclosures-for-august-2009 <p><strong>Current listing inventory as of September 23,2009:</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Single Family Dwellings</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;2015 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;9 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata - Condos</span></strong>&nbsp;- 1159&nbsp;properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;8 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata -&nbsp;Townhomes</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;480 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;7 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Manufactured Home</span></strong> -&nbsp;228&nbsp;including&nbsp;3 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lots/Acreages</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;883 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;3 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Total properties for sale</span></strong> - 4,765 (total inventory increase of&nbsp;1.47% from last month)</p> <p>The hottest segment of the real estate market in the Central Okanagan are townhomes.&nbsp; There were 32 sales in August of 2008 compared to 70 sales in August of 2009.&nbsp; That accounts for a 94% increase in sales year&nbsp;over year&nbsp;and an absorption rate of nearly 14% of the overall townhome inventory!&nbsp; Essentially, at that rate of sales there is enough supply for 6 months.&nbsp; If you are considering selling your townhome, now would be a good time indeed!</p> <p>There are&nbsp;a total of&nbsp;56&nbsp;foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory.<strong>&nbsp; </strong>That is an overall change of&nbsp;11 listings&nbsp;to the total number of foreclosures from August,2009 to September,2009.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong><em>Current</em></strong><strong><em>&nbsp;foreclosures in the Central Okanagan listings represents 1.175%&nbsp; of the total listing inventory!</em>&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong></strong>The breakdown is as follows:</p> <p><strong>2 Lots and Acreages </strong>($399,000 and $590,000)</p> <p><strong>32 Single Family Residential</strong> ($250,000 to $2.295 Million)</p> <p><strong>22&nbsp;Strata Properties</strong> ($189,900 to $999,000).</p> <p>The biggest change to the foreclosure inventory&nbsp;was in strata properties.&nbsp; There were 10 listings&nbsp;last month and now there are 22 listed.&nbsp; That is a significant jump&nbsp;of 120% in a single month!&nbsp; There&nbsp;are currently no pending foreclosure properties being reported.</p> <p><strong><em>Total Year To Date Foreclosure Sales are:</em></strong></p> <p><strong> <p><strong>1&nbsp;Lots and Acreages for </strong>$264,500</p> <p><strong>23&nbsp;Single Family Residential</strong> from $214,500 to $601,500</p> <p><strong>16&nbsp;Strata Properties </strong>from $132,200 to $300,000</p> </strong></p> <p>If you would like a detailed list of current foreclosures in Kelowna and its surrounding areas please contact me at (250) 808-7700 or <a href="mailto:jason.neumann@century21.ca">jason.neumann@century21.ca</a></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/jason.neumann" title="Facebook Profile Jason Neumann" target="_blank"><img title="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/2/7/6/2/ar124872873226728.png" height="150" alt="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" width="150" /></a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/JasonNeumann" title="Follow Jason Neumann on Twitter" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann" target="_blank"></a></p> </span></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:32:07 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1253155/central-okanagan-real-estate-mls-listing-inventory-and-foreclosures-for-august-2009 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1215718/709-1160-bernard-avenue-v1y-6r2-kelowna-north-centuria-urban-village- <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/Property/BC/V1Y_6R2/Kelowna/1160_Bernard_Ave/709" title="709 Centuria Urban Village" target="_blank"><img title="709 Centuria Urban Village" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/4/2/7/2/ar125153134627246.jpg" height="533" alt="709 Centuria Urban Village" width="800" /></a></strong></p> <p><strong>Certainly not your typical 2 bed/2bath Centuria home.</strong> Terrific open floorplan has had every upgrade including: granite counters,tile in baths, cork throughout and SS appliances. Corner unit with large deck and sweeping mountain/lake views!&nbsp;</p> <p>Centuria offers all the amenities for today's urban lifestyle with: Outdoor Lap Pool with Hot Tub, Sauna and Steam Rooms as well as a state of the art Exercise Room.&nbsp; No need to go any further to buy your groceries then next door at <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.nestersmarket.com/kelowna/" title="Nesters Market Kelowna" target="_blank">Nesters Market</a></span></strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;for your pharmacy needs be sure to visit <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.paragonpharmacies.com/" title="Paragon Centuria Pharmacy" target="_blank">Paragon Centuria</a></span></strong>.&nbsp; For after hours shopping and staple items there is a <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.7-eleven.com/StoreLocator/tabid/214/Default.aspx" title="7-11 Bernard and Gordon" target="_blank">7-11</a></span></strong> conveniently located across the street.&nbsp;</p> <p>Centuria is within mere minutes walking distance of Kelowna's thriving <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.city.kelowna.bc.ca/CM/Page90.aspx" title="Kelowna Downtown" target="_blank">Downtown Core:</a></span></strong>&nbsp;Arts and Cultural District, Kelowna Museum, Kelowna Art Gallery, Kelowna Community Theatre, Ballet Kelowna&nbsp;and Rotary Centre for the Arts.</p> <p>Nearby Schools are: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kss.sd23.bc.ca/" title="Kelowna Senior Secondary" target="_blank">Kelowna Senior Secondary</a></span></strong>,<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.klo.sd23.bc.ca/" title="KLO Middle School" target="_blank">KLO Middle School</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.bhe.sd23.bc.ca/" title="Bankhead Elementary School" target="_blank">Bankhead Elementary School</a></span></strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/Property/BC/V1Y_6R2/Kelowna/1160_Bernard_Ave/709" title="709 Centuria Urban Village" target="_blank">709CenturiaUrbanVillage.com</a></span>&nbsp;</strong>or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p>Proudly offered at <strong>$435,000 CDN.</strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/jason.neumann" title="Facebook Profile Jason Neumann" target="_blank"><img title="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/2/7/6/2/ar124872873226728.png" height="150" alt="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" width="150" /></a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/JasonNeumann" title="Follow Jason Neumann on Twitter" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sat, 29 Aug 2009 02:43:48 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1215718/709-1160-bernard-avenue-v1y-6r2-kelowna-north-centuria-urban-village- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1215716/1101-1875-country-club-drive-v1v-2w7-university-district-kelowna-bc <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/Property/BC/V1V_2W7/Kelowna/Country_Club_Drive_1101/1875" title="1101 Pinnacle Pointe" target="_blank"><img title="1101 Pinnacle Pointe" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/1/4/2/3/ar125153091932417.jpg" height="533" alt="1101 Pinnacle Pointe" width="800" /></a></strong></p> <p><strong>There are few recreational homes</strong> that match the convenience and lifestyle of Pinnacle Pointe. This terrific 2 bed and den home is within walking distance to <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.golfbc.com/courses/quail" title="Quail Golf Course" target="_blank">Quail</a></span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.golfbc.com/courses/bear" title="Bear Golf Course" target="_blank">Bear</a></span></strong> golf courses with several hiking trails nearby. Building amenities include: outdoor pool and hot tub areas with gym and change rooms.</p> <p>This home features open concept floorplan with large kitchen/eating area and abundant natural daylight. Tiled entryway, carpeted throughout, laundry in unit and two parking stalls (one indoor and one outdoor). Ideal for student life or retiree looking for quiet neighbourhood.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>Need to get somewhere in the world? <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kelownaairport.com/" title="Kelowna International Airport" target="_blank">Kelowna International Airport</a></span></strong> is mere minutes away with daily flights to Vancouver/Calgary and more!&nbsp; Close to <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://web.ubc.ca/okanagan/welcome.html" title="UBCO" target="_blank">UBCO</a></span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.busonline.ca/regions/kel/schedules/map.cfm?region=10" title="Kelowna Bus Routes" target="_blank">Bus Routes</a></span></strong> as well.&nbsp; Nearby amenities include: <a href="http://maps.google.ca/maps?sourceid=navclient&amp;rlz=1T4TSHC_enCA335CA335&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;q=breadeaux+pizza+kelowna&amp;fb=1&amp;split=1&amp;gl=ca&amp;view=text&amp;latlng=6866615813575732068" title="Breadeaux Pizza" target="_blank"><strong>Breadeaux Pizza</strong></a>&nbsp;and <strong><a href="http://maps.google.ca/maps?f=q&amp;source=s_q&amp;view=text&amp;gl=ca&amp;q=Beyond+Wrapture+kelowna&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;hl=en&amp;sll=49.922721,-119.440264&amp;sspn=0.105882,0.127757&amp;latlng=13016488370756946177&amp;ei=D82YSt3rD5qUtQOWpsmHCg&amp;cd=2&amp;usq=Beyond+Wrapture&amp;geocode=FUVO-gIdqBvi-A" title="Beyond Wrapture" target="_blank">Beyond Wrapture Mind and Body Care</a>.</strong></p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit:&nbsp;<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/Property/BC/V1V_2W7/Kelowna/Country_Club_Drive_1101/1875" title="1101 Pinnacle Pointe" target="_blank">1101PinnaclePointe.com</a></span> </strong>or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p>This incredibly priced home is offered at <strong>$339,000 CDN.</strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.facebook.com/jason.neumann" title="Facebook Profile Jason Neumann" target="_blank"><img title="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/2/7/6/2/ar124872873226728.png" height="150" alt="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" width="150" /></a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/JasonNeumann" title="Follow Jason Neumann on Twitter" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sat, 29 Aug 2009 02:32:46 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1215716/1101-1875-country-club-drive-v1v-2w7-university-district-kelowna-bc http://activerain.com/blogsview/1215688/okanagan-foreclosure-properties-and-mls-listing-inventories-for-august-2009 <p><strong>Current listing inventory as of August 28,2009:</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Single Family Dwellings</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;2091 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;12 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata - Condos</span></strong>&nbsp;- 1073&nbsp;properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;3 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata -&nbsp;Townhomes</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;505 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;8 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Manufactured Home</span></strong> -&nbsp;229&nbsp;including&nbsp;1 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lots/Acreages</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;937 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;4 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Total properties for sale</span></strong> - 4,835 (total inventory increase of&nbsp;0.62% from last month)</p> <p>There are&nbsp;a total of 45&nbsp;foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory.<strong>&nbsp; </strong>That is an overall change of&nbsp;one listing&nbsp;to the total number of foreclosures from July/09 to August/09.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Current</strong><strong>&nbsp;foreclosures in the Central Okanagan listings represents 0.9%&nbsp; of the total listing inventory!&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong></strong>The breakdown is as follows:</p> <p><strong>2 Lots and Acreages </strong>($445,000 and $590,000)</p> <p><strong>32 Single Family Residential</strong> ($250,000 to $2.295 Million)</p> <p><strong>10 Strata Properties</strong> ($189,900 to $999,000).</p> <p>There&nbsp;is currently one&nbsp;pending sale on a foreclosure property in the Joe Rich area.</p> <p>If you would like a detailed list of current foreclosures in Kelowna and its surrounding areas please contact me at (250) 808-7700 or <a href="mailto:jason.neumann@century21.ca">jason.neumann@century21.ca</a></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/jason.neumann" title="Facebook Profile Jason Neumann" target="_blank"><img title="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/2/7/6/2/ar124872873226728.png" height="150" alt="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" width="150" /></a></span></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/JasonNeumann" title="Follow Jason Neumann on Twitter" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sat, 29 Aug 2009 01:15:40 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1215688/okanagan-foreclosure-properties-and-mls-listing-inventories-for-august-2009 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1169871/kelowna-foreclosure-properties-and-listing-inventory-for-july-2009 <p><strong>Current listing inventory as of July 27,2009:</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Single Family Dwellings</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;2113 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;8 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata - Condos</span></strong>&nbsp;- 1035&nbsp;properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;3 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata -&nbsp;Townhomes</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;533 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;6 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Manufactured Home</span></strong> -&nbsp;236&nbsp;including&nbsp;0 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lots/Acreages</span></strong>&nbsp;-&nbsp;915 properties&nbsp;including&nbsp;5 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Total properties for sale</span></strong> - 4,832 (total inventory down 1.45% from last month)</p> <p>There are&nbsp;a total of 46&nbsp;foreclosures amongst the entire listing inventory.<strong>&nbsp; </strong>There was no change to the total number of foreclosures from June/09 to July/09.&nbsp; However, there was a 40% increase in Single Family foreclosures (up from 23 in June to 32 in July) and approximately a 30% drop in Strata Properties (down from 16 in June to 11 in July)&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Current</strong><strong>&nbsp;foreclosures in the Central Okanagan listings represent&nbsp; of the total listing inventory!&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong></strong>The breakdown is as follows:</p> <p><strong>2 Lots and Acreages </strong>($445,000 and $590,000)</p> <p><strong>32 Single Family Residential</strong> ($225,000 to $1.874 Million)</p> <p><strong>11 Strata Properties</strong> ($179,900 to $990,000).</p> <p>There&nbsp;is currently one&nbsp;pending sale on a foreclosure property at this time.&nbsp;</p> <p>If you would like a detailed list of current foreclosures in Kelowna and its surrounding areas please contact me at (250) 808-7700 or <a href="mailto:jason.neumann@century21.ca">jason.neumann@century21.ca</a></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/jason.neumann" title="Facebook Profile Jason Neumann" target="_blank"><img title="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/8/2/7/6/2/ar124872873226728.png" height="150" alt="Facebook Page Jason Neumann" width="150" /></a></span></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/JasonNeumann" title="Follow Jason Neumann on Twitter" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Mon, 27 Jul 2009 15:59:22 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1169871/kelowna-foreclosure-properties-and-listing-inventory-for-july-2009 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1160934/1285-leathead-road-v1x-2k3-rutland-north <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/Property/BC/V1X_2K3/Kelowna/Leathead_Road/1285" title="1285 Leathead Road Kelowna,BC" target="_blank"><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/0/1/0/9/ar124815473190103.jpg" height="533" alt="" width="800" /></a></strong></p> <p><strong>Amazing Investment Opportunity </strong>for the new home buyer or small business owner! Large lot with great&nbsp;highway access, plus a 10x15 insulated and vapour&nbsp;barriered shop. Ample&nbsp;yard space for&nbsp;boat, RV or small equipment!!&nbsp;The yard is&nbsp;fully fenced featuring a garden, shed, compost area&nbsp;and&nbsp;cherry tree. This perfect starter home has&nbsp;5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with substantial renovations including: new paint, flooring, bathroom upgrades and more!&nbsp;</p> <p>This family home&nbsp;is located across from all levels of schools: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.pse.sd23.bc.ca/" title="Pearson Elementary" target="_blank">Pearson Elementary</a></span></strong>,&nbsp; <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Middle</a></span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Senior Secondary</a></span></strong>. Nearby amenities include the following: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" title="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" target="_blank">YMCA/YWCA</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" title="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" target="_blank">Boys and Girls Club</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" title="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" target="_blank">Ice Rink</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" title="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" target="_blank">BMX Track</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" title="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" target="_blank">Okanagan Gymnastics</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" title="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" target="_blank">McCurdy Bowling Centre</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" title="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" target="_blank">Grand 10 Cinemas</a></span></strong>, new <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" title="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" target="_blank">Energy Plex</a></span></strong>, and&nbsp;the very popular <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://members.shaw.ca/benleepark/blpamenities.htm" title="Ben Lee Park" target="_blank">Ben Lee Park.</a></span></strong>&nbsp; Starbucks, A&amp;W&nbsp;are&nbsp;literally across the street.&nbsp;Forgot to pick up&nbsp;milk or eggs?&nbsp; No problem there&nbsp;is a Petro-Can station conveniently located nearby!!</p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit:&nbsp;<strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/Property/BC/V1X_2K3/Kelowna/Leathead_Road/1285" title="1285 Leathead Road Kelowna,BC" target="_blank">1285Leathead.com</a></strong>&nbsp;or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p>This incredibly priced home is offered at <strong>$315,000 CDN.</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Tue, 21 Jul 2009 00:41:54 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1160934/1285-leathead-road-v1x-2k3-rutland-north http://activerain.com/blogsview/1073924/425-molnar-road-v1x-5h7-rutland-south- <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_5H7/Kelowna/Molnar_Road/425" title="425 Molnar Road" target="_blank"><img title="425 Molnar Road" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/5/2/3/1/ar124219883813259.jpg" height="600" alt="425 Molnar Road" width="800" /></a></strong></p> <p><strong>Best Valued Home in Rutland South!!!</strong></p> <p>This ideal family friendly home is ready for your renovation ideas!  Home features new windows, exterior doors, high efficiency gas furnace and hot water tank.  Main level carpeted areas have been removed and currently have plywood exposed floors.  Large family room currently being used as a fourth bedroom.  RV parking and beautiful backyard with garden area. Irrigated front and back.  Potential for a suite?  <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.busonline.ca/regions/kel/" title="Kelowna Transit" target="_blank">Bus stop</a></span></strong> is mere feet away!  Close to schools and terrific central location.  Offered at $324,900 CDN.</p> <p>Nearby amenities include the following: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" title="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" target="_blank">YMCA/YWCA</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" title="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" target="_blank">Boys and Girls Club</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" title="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" target="_blank">Ice Rink</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" title="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" target="_blank">BMX Track</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" title="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" target="_blank">Okanagan Gymnastics</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" title="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" target="_blank">McCurdy Bowling Centre</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" title="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" target="_blank">Grand 10 Cinemas</a></span></strong>, new <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" title="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" target="_blank">Energy Plex</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rutlandpark.org/" title="http://www.rutlandpark.org/" target="_blank">Rutland Parks</a></span></strong> and so much more. </p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_5H7/Kelowna/Molnar_Road/425" title="425 Molnar Road" target="_blank">425MolnarRoad.com</a></span></strong> or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Wed, 13 May 2009 02:21:29 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1073924/425-molnar-road-v1x-5h7-rutland-south- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1073102/50th-anniversary-of-rutland-may-days-start-may-15th <p><a href="http://maps.google.ca/maps?hl=en&amp;rlz=1T4GGLL_enCA315CA315&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;q=rutland+centennial+hall&amp;near=Kelowna,+BC&amp;fb=1&amp;split=1&amp;gl=ca&amp;view=text&amp;latlng=6627218055068393872" title="Rutland May Days" target="_blank"><img title="Rutland May Days" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/5/7/6/4/ar124215486146757.jpg" height="600" alt="Rutland May Days" width="800" /></a></p> <p><strong>This year's 50th anniversary of Rutland May Days will run from May 15 to May 18 in Centennial Park.</strong> </p> <p>Event's include: All-Star Wrestling, Bull Riding Championships, Karaoke, Youth Dances and an Amusement Park.</p> <p>Daily admission to various events is $2.  Breakfast will be served every morning from 8am. </p> <p>Parade will begin Saturday, May 16 at 10:00am. </p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></span></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Tue, 12 May 2009 14:03:22 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1073102/50th-anniversary-of-rutland-may-days-start-may-15th http://activerain.com/blogsview/1070070/305-770-rutland-road-kelowna-bc-v1x-3b7-rutland-north-the-legacy- <p><img title="Legacy 305" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/5/7/3/2/2/ar124193322922375.jpg" height="533" alt="Legacy 305" width="800" /></p> <p>Tremendous value in this clean,bright and spacious 2 bed/2bath condo.  Open floorplan boasts 9'-0" ceilings, independent ensuites and separate laundry room.  Ideally situated and close to every amenity that a family could ever want. Schools and playground nearby.  Enjoy fabulous mountain views from your southern faced deck!  Offered at $264,900 CDN.</p> <p>This perfect family condo is located across from all levels of school: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rle.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rle.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Elementary</a></span></strong>,  <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Middle</a></span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Senior Secondary</a></span></strong>. Nearby amenities include the following: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" title="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" target="_blank">YMCA/YWCA</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" title="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" target="_blank">Boys and Girls Club</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" title="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" target="_blank">Ice Rink</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" title="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" target="_blank">BMX Track</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" title="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" target="_blank">Okanagan Gymnastics</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" title="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" target="_blank">McCurdy Bowling Centre</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" title="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" target="_blank">Grand 10 Cinemas</a></span></strong>, new <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" title="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" target="_blank">Energy Plex</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rutlandpark.org/" title="http://www.rutlandpark.org/" target="_blank">Rutland Parks</a></span></strong> and so much more. </p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit: <strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_3B7/Kelowna/Rutland_Road_305/770" title="Legacy 305 Kelowna,BC" target="_blank">305Legacy.com</a></strong> or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sun, 10 May 2009 00:37:41 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1070070/305-770-rutland-road-kelowna-bc-v1x-3b7-rutland-north-the-legacy- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1069127/central-okanagan-listing-inventory-and-current-foreclosures <p><strong>Current listing inventory as of May 2009:</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Single Family Dwellings</span></strong> - 2076 properties including 15 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata - Condos</span></strong> - 1028 properties including 5 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Strata - Townhomes</span></strong> - 557 properties including 6 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Manufactured Home</span></strong> - 208 including 0 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Lots/Acreages</span></strong> - 740 properties including 5 pending offers</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Total properties for sale</span></strong> - 4,640</p> <p>And amongst the entire listing inventory...<strong>only 27 Foreclosures!!!  </strong></p> <p><strong>This means that only .0058% of all Central Okanagan listings are currently in foreclosure!  </strong>The breakdown is as follows: 2 Lots and Acreages, 19 Single Family Residential ($226,800 to $2.49 Million) and 6 Strata Properties ($134,900 to $329,000).</p> <p>Bottom line is the pricing and selection of properties in the Okanagan is the best it has been in years.  Taking advantage of this balanced market is what investors are doing, shouldn't you? </p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sat, 09 May 2009 00:44:21 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1069127/central-okanagan-listing-inventory-and-current-foreclosures http://activerain.com/blogsview/1038053/65-6100-old-vernon-road-kelowna-bc-v1x-7z7-ellison-country-rhodes- <p><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_7Z7/Kelowna/Old_Vernon_Road_65/6100" title="65 Country Rhodes" target="_blank"><img title="65 Country Rhodes " src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/7/2/8/0/7/ar123994730770827.jpg" height="426" alt="65 Country Rhodes " width="640" /></a></p> <p>Located in a very quiet neighbourhood this 4 bedroom plus den and 3 bath rancher offers the very best in family living.&nbsp; Home features 3 beds/2 baths up with 1bed and den mortgage helper below.&nbsp; Bright kitchen overlooks backyard vegetable garden and patio area. Watch the children play in the backyard or the adjoining large fully fenced shared field. Clubhouse with outdoor pool&nbsp;and playground are mere steps away from this exceptional family home! Commute to Kelowna or Vernon with ease! Measurements are approximate only.</p> <p>Nearby schools are <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.sd22.bc.ca/ellison/" title="http://www.sd22.bc.ca/ellison/" target="_blank">Ellison Elementary</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Middle School</a></span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Senior Secondary</a></span></strong>.&nbsp; <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kelownaairport.com/" title="http://www.kelownaairport.com/" target="_blank">Kelowna International Airport</a></span></strong> is located just&nbsp;minutes away!&nbsp; <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.sunsetranchbc.com/" title="http://www.sunsetranchbc.com/" target="_blank">Sunset Ranch</a></span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.mytowerranch.com/" title="http://www.mytowerranch.com/" target="_blank">Tower Ranch</a></span></strong> offer challenging courses with terrific views.&nbsp; Amenities such as the <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" title="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" target="_blank"><strong>YMCA</strong><strong>/YMCA</strong></a></span>,&nbsp;<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" title="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" target="_blank">Okanagan Gymnastics Club</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" title="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" target="_blank">Rutland Arena</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.scandiagolfandgames.com/" title="http://www.scandiagolfandgames.com/" target="_blank">Scandia</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kelownagrandprix.com/" title="http://www.kelownagrandprix.com/" target="_blank">Grand Prix</a></span></strong>, the all new <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.energyplex.ca/" title="Energyplex" target="_blank">Energyplex</a></span></strong>&nbsp;are just a few of the places to take your family for a fun afternoon!&nbsp; Forgot milk or eggs? No problem, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.canpages.ca/page/BC/kelowna/ellison-market/1858612.html" title="Ellison Market" target="_blank">Ellison Market</a></span></strong> is at the base of the hill.&nbsp; Shopping is abundant as well with strip malls such as: Plaza 33 and Hollywood Station.&nbsp; Offered at $394,900 CDN.</p> <p><strong>Country Rhodes is all about family, friends&nbsp;and the Okanagan&nbsp;lifestyle!</strong></p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit:&nbsp;<strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_7Z7/Kelowna/Old_Vernon_Road_65/6100" title="65 Country Rhodes" target="_blank">65CountryRhodes.com</a></strong>&nbsp;or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Fri, 17 Apr 2009 01:13:25 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1038053/65-6100-old-vernon-road-kelowna-bc-v1x-7z7-ellison-country-rhodes- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1004712/130-914-craig-road-kelowna-bc-v1x-7z7-rutland-north-capstone-estates- <p><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_7Z7/Kelowna/Craig_Road_130/914" title="130 Capstone Estates" target="_blank"><img title="130 914 Craig Road Kelowna,BC V1X 7Z7" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/2/1/4/0/ar123813548004124.jpg" height="533" alt="130 914 Craig Road Kelowna,BC V1X 7Z7" width="800" /></a></p> <p><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_7Z7/Kelowna/Craig_Road_130/914" title="130 Capstone Estates" target="_blank"><strong>130 914 Craig Road Kelowna,BC V1X 7Z7 - Rutland North "Capstone Estates"</strong></a></p> <p>Clean,bright and spacious 4 bedroom 4 bath townhome in very desirable Capstone Estates.&nbsp; Ideally situated in the heart of Rutland (Kelowna's friendliest neighbourhood)&nbsp;and close to every amenity that a family could ever want.&nbsp; As an end unit this townhome has ample daylight and offers the best in privacy.&nbsp;</p> <p>Main level kitchen features: maple cabinets, tiled backsplash, floor sweep&nbsp;and white appliances.&nbsp; Upper level master bedroom&nbsp;has three piece ensuite with walk in closet.&nbsp; Two additional bedrooms are also&nbsp;on the upper level with tub/shower in second hallway bathroom.&nbsp; Massive fourth bedroom is located&nbsp;in the basement level and&nbsp;could be used as a flex room or home based business.&nbsp; There's even more entertainment space in adjacent&nbsp;family room, easily made into a theatre room!&nbsp; Full three piece bath in the basement level allows visiting friends and family privacy when in town.&nbsp; Separate laundry room has side by side washer and dryer with laundry tub and&nbsp;extra shelving.</p> <p>This perfect&nbsp;family townhome is located across from all levels of school: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rle.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rle.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Elementary</a></span></strong>,&nbsp; <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rms.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Middle</a></span></strong> and <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" title="http://www.rss.sd23.bc.ca/" target="_blank">Rutland Senior Secondary</a></span></strong>. Nearby amenities include the following: <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" title="http://www.ymca-ywca.com/" target="_blank">YMCA/YWCA</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" title="http://www.bgccan.com/clubresults.asp?L=E&amp;location=BC" target="_blank">Boys and Girls Club</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" title="http://www.rinktime.com/skating_rinks/bc/rutland_arena_skating_rink_arena_kelowna_bc.cfm" target="_blank">Ice Rink</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" title="http://www.kelownabmx.com/" target="_blank">BMX Track</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" title="http://www.okanagangymnastics.com/" target="_blank">Okanagan Gymnastics</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" title="http://www.mccurdybowl.com/" target="_blank">McCurdy Bowling Centre</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" title="http://www.tribute.ca/theatre/Grand+10,+Kelowna/GRAND_10" target="_blank">Grand 10 Cinemas</a></span></strong>, new <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" title="http://www.energyplex.ca/about_wets.htm" target="_blank">Energy Plex</a></span></strong>, <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.rutlandpark.org/" title="http://www.rutlandpark.org/" target="_blank">Rutland Parks</a></span></strong>and so much more.&nbsp; Offered at $339,900 CDN.</p> <p><strong>Location, value and spacious living&nbsp;are what best defines this&nbsp;amazing townhome in Capstone Estates!</strong></p> <p>For 21 professional photos please visit:&nbsp;<strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann/BC/V1X_7Z7/Kelowna/Craig_Road_130/914" title="130 Capstone Estates" target="_blank">130Craig.com</a></strong>&nbsp;or for more details call <a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank"><strong>Jason Neumann</strong></a> of Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd. at (250) 808-7700.</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:43:57 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1004712/130-914-craig-road-kelowna-bc-v1x-7z7-rutland-north-capstone-estates- http://activerain.com/blogsview/1004053/come-celebrate-the-20th-annual-taste-of-kelowna <p><img title="Wild Apple Grill" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/6/6/5/8/ar1238102985664.jpg" height="266" alt="Wild Apple Grill" width="400" style="margin: 5px;" /></p> <p>The 20th Annual is set to fill the hungry appetites of Kelowna residents this coming Sunday March 29,2009 from 11am to 4pm and held at the <strong><a href="http://www.kelownacurling.com/" title="Kelowna Curling Club" target="_blank">Kelowna Curling Club</a></strong>.</p> <p>Organizers are expecting more than 4,000 visitors at this years event will have 32 booths and over 100 dishes to sample from.  Some of the restaurants and eateries planning to attend are:  Annegret's Chocolates, Bonfire Restaurant, Cannery Brewing, Chances, Christopher's, Coast Capri, Mill Creek Brewery, Freddy's Brew Pub, Gehringer Winery, Grand Bay Cafe, Hanna's, Hotel Eldorado, Industry Restaurant, Infusions, Mekong, Memphis Blues, Montana's, Moxies, Nature's Fare, Oughtred Coffee and Tea, Spoonstruck Eatery, Summerhill Sunset Bistro and Summerhill Winery, Tree Brewery, Van Houtte Coffee and Wild Apple Grill.</p> <p>So be sure and bring the whole family for a fun afternoon of eating and children's entertainment with live music, magicians, clowns and dancing on the agenda.  Cost of admission is $4 for adults, $2 for children 7 to 12 years of age and free for kids under six years . Food samplings are $1 to $2 each.  The net proceeds of this event benefit the following local community organizations: <strong><a href="http://www.boysandgirlsclubs.ca/" title="Boy and Girls Club Okanagan" target="_blank">Boys and Girls Club</a></strong>, <strong><a href="http://www.ymcastrongkids.ca/" title="YMCA Strong Kids" target="_blank">YMCA Strong Kids Campaign</a></strong> and <strong><a href="http://www.power104.fm/kids-care.php" title="Kids Care Okanagan" target="_blank">Kids Care</a>.</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p> Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="Jason Neumann Century 21 Kelowna" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><a href="http://twitter.com/c21guy" title="http://twitter.com/c21guy" target="_blank"><img title="Follow me on Twitter" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/5/1/8/7/ar123727239678154.png" height="90" alt="Follow me on Twitter" width="150" /></a></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Thu, 26 Mar 2009 16:32:40 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/1004053/come-celebrate-the-20th-annual-taste-of-kelowna http://activerain.com/blogsview/990907/nearly-wordless-wednesday-perfect-fore- <p><img title="Okanagan Golf Course" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/9/4/5/3/ar123741692635494.jpg" height="326" alt="Okanagan Golf Course" width="490" /></p> <p>The spring thaw has begun in the Sunny Okanagan and let me just say..."It's about time"!&nbsp; The golf clubs are being shined and courses all over our beautiful region are getting geared up for a late start to the season.&nbsp; So I dedicate this photo to all those golfers that have waited so patiently to get back out&nbsp;to their favorite&nbsp;course and chase after that elusive..."little white ball"</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Wed, 25 Mar 2009 01:46:36 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/990907/nearly-wordless-wednesday-perfect-fore- http://activerain.com/blogsview/984244/the-2010-olympic-tour-hits-kelowna-this-week- <p><big><img title="Library Art" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/1/5/7/3/ar123710316137514.jpg" height="375" alt="Library Art" width="250" style="float: right; margin: 5px;" /></big></p> <p><big>From&nbsp;<strong>March 17th to 20th the 2010 Community Tour</strong> will be hosted at the <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.deltahotels.com/hotels/hotels.php?hotelId=221" title="http://www.deltahotels.com/hotels/hotels.php?hotelId=221" target="_blank">Delta Grand Conference Centre</a></span></strong>.&nbsp; This multi-city tour will feature interactive exhibits, ski machine, and a 2010 Paralympics mascot.</big></p> <p><big>The tour can be visited during normal Conference Centre hours starting noon&nbsp;Tuesday, March 17 until Friday March 20 at 1pm.&nbsp; The public is encouraged to come support the tour as it gives&nbsp;a way&nbsp;for parents to teach their&nbsp;children an idea of what being an Olympic athlete is all about.</big></p> <p><big>Sincerely,</big></p> <p><big><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" title="http://www.century21.ca/jason.neumann" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></span></strong></big></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sun, 15 Mar 2009 02:53:50 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/984244/the-2010-olympic-tour-hits-kelowna-this-week- http://activerain.com/blogsview/977217/wordless-wednesday-reflections-of-us-all- <p><img title="Pool" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/7/9/0/3/ar123674831530972.jpg" height="533" alt="Pool" width="800" /></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:14:14 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/977217/wordless-wednesday-reflections-of-us-all- http://activerain.com/blogsview/973072/speechless-sunday-snow-ghosts-are-very-real- <p><img title="Snow Ghost" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/1/9/9/1/ar123655827119911.jpg" height="375" alt="Snow Ghost" width="500" /></p> <p>A quick explanation for these wonderfully unique anomalies...they tend to&nbsp;appear in the higher altitudes of some of our local ski resorts namely Big White Ski Resort and Silver Star.&nbsp; Their name sake is for the&nbsp;eeiry and often beautiful shapes that they take over the course of a winter season.&nbsp; The cool thing about them is no two ever look the same!</p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:32:03 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/973072/speechless-sunday-snow-ghosts-are-very-real- http://activerain.com/blogsview/971180/being-a-silent-assassin-has-its-advantages- <p><img title="Ninja" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/1/0/3/8/1/ar123645273218301.jpg" height="199" alt="Ninja" width="300" style="float: left; margin: 5px;" /></p> <p>Ever wonder when you go to your brokerage's awards banquet and see some&nbsp;fellow agents&nbsp;cross the stage in the "top producer" categories?&nbsp; You can hear the whispers and gasps as&nbsp;their colleagues&nbsp;around various tables try and figure out how these agents out produced them over the past&nbsp;year.&nbsp; I personally have been one of those trying to figure out what they were doing and I wasn't!</p> <p>These Realtors quietly go about their day making appointments, preparing market evaluations, showing properties, writing contracts and then collect their commissions for the month and do it all over again.&nbsp; They are consistent, deliberate and driven to succeed!&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Here is how they are doing it...</strong></p> <p><strong>Hard Work </strong>ethic is necessary to achieve anything in life,agreed?.&nbsp; These agents recognize that they need to be self starters and are extremely motivated to get the job done each and every day.&nbsp; They are exceptionally good at managing time blocks and moving from one business activity to the next!</p> <p><strong>Determination </strong>and drive is what gets these agents out of bed in the morning.&nbsp; Where many agents see problems they see opportunity and a chance to create business for themselves.</p> <p><strong>Prospecting </strong>is the deciding factor between mediocrity and great success in real estate!&nbsp; The practitioners of this discipline will out produce any one agent&nbsp;with a huge SOI (Sphere of Influence) hands down every time.&nbsp; Guess what the top producers are doing???</p> <p><strong>Goal Oriented </strong>agents break down their goals from year to month to day and achieve it!&nbsp; Instead of them being overwhelmed at the idea of producing 50 or 100 ends a year,&nbsp;they break it&nbsp;down into smaller bite sized portions.&nbsp; Little goals achieved = Large goal accomplished</p> <p><strong>Focus </strong>on an aspect of the real estate business such as&nbsp;neighborhoods, waterfront, recreational, modular homes etc.&nbsp; They decide to&nbsp;be an expert in a particular neighborhood and as a result it&nbsp;generates them&nbsp;continual referral based business.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>What you won't be finding these agents doing is standing around the water cooler all the time, or sitting in their office staring at a wall, or anything else that may distract them from achieving their goals for the day!</strong></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://activerain.com/c21guy" title="Jason Neumann Active Rain Profile" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="font-weight: bold; color: #000000;">MORE ACTIVE RAIN POSTS:</span></strong></p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/9/5/2/2/ar123598149722596.jpg" height="189" alt="" width="300" style="float: left; margin: 5px;" /></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/931481/BloggingWords-and-Pictures-or-Pictures-and-Words" title="http://activerain.com/blogsview/931481/BloggingWords-and-Pictures-or-Pictures-and-Words" target="_blank">Blogging...Words and Pictures? or Pictures and Words?</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/925107/Mirror-Mirror-on-the-wallWho-has-the-biggest-photo-of-them-all" title="http://activerain.com/blogsview/925107/Mirror-Mirror-on-the-wallWho-has-the-biggest-photo-of-them-all" target="_blank">Mirror, Mirror on the wall...Who has the biggest photo of them all???</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/903995/Are-you-a-blog-snob" target="_blank">Are you a blog snob!?!</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/902018/The-Pick-Play-that-Buyers-will-love-you-for-and-Sellers-will-never-see-coming" rel="bookmark">The "Pick Play" that Buyers will love you for and Sellers will never see coming!</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/900168/The-Sphere-of-Influence-that-few-Realtors-prospect-today" rel="bookmark">The Sphere of Influence that few Realtors&reg; prospect today!</a> </span></strong></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Sun, 08 Mar 2009 03:09:29 -0500 http://activerain.com/blogsview/971180/being-a-silent-assassin-has-its-advantages- http://activerain.com/blogsview/968889/the-three-biggest-lies-a-realtor-will-tell-a-seller- <p> <p><strong><img title="Realtor" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/0/9/8/5/ar123632570558906.jpg" height="251" alt="Realtor" width="175" style="float: left; margin: 5px;" />Hi, I am a Realtor®, you need me and I am here to help!  </strong>There are three components to that statement and as real estate professionals we mean them in a good way,right?  We are in a service based business so that statement holds real truth to it!   Unfortunately, there other statements that almost everyone in the real estate industry utters at some point and they are far from the truth.  The message it typically sends to a Seller is one of rehearsal and unoriginality! </p> <p>So here's the infamous list of lies:</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">LIE #1</span> : "I will sell your home for more money than anyone else!"</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">LIE #2</span> : "I will sell your home in less time than anyone else!"</strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">LIE #3</span> : "I will sell your home and take away the stress of the sale!"</strong></p> </p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>The average Seller today </strong>can interview several agents and the vast majority will use each of these three statements almost like clock work in their CMA presentation.  Herein lies the problem, only one agent is really telling the truth and the rest are simply lying!!!  The reality is there can only be one #1 agent for "list to sale ratio" in an area/region, there can only be one #1 agent for " fewest days on market" and no one can truly promise a smooth transaction without having a crystal ball.</p> <p><strong><img title="Coins" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/4/4/0/4/8/ar123632644484044.jpg" height="0" alt="Coins" width="0" style="float: right; margin: 5px 10px;" /><img title="Coins" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/2/5/1/6/9/ar123632657996152.jpg" height="167" alt="Coins" width="250" style="float: right; margin: 5px 10px;" />Here's my point...WHO CARES!?!</strong>  Do these statements really cause a Seller to feel comfortable and instill trust after they have heard it delivered five different ways in an afternoon of interviews? Likely not, and now it becomes a discussion of who seemed to have the most confidence or carried themselves the best etc.  Try a different approach like: "Mr. and Mrs. Seller let's talk about what the local real estate market is <span style="text-decoration: underline;">really</span> doing right now!"  Share some stats, talk about what you are currently experiencing and explain those trends and what they mean.  You just may be shocked by the responses you get! </p> <p><strong>Some helpful tips:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Explain to a Seller how the local real estate market really works.  For instance, if there is ten homes like theirs on the market already, how can you help them to get their home stand out?  Create a need and then introduce your game plan to solve this need!</li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Don't talk at first about you and what you are going to do to sell their home!  Rather, talk to the Seller about their goals, their motivations and their dreams for the future.  This is how to build true repoire!</li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Choose to be the expert on the local market using relevant stats for your marketplace. Consumers really do care to know about the numbers in real estate because at the end of the day it is what governs their bottom line!  Try and avoid jumping straightaway into how many sales you have made in the last month etc.</li> </ul> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><big> <p><strong>BE ORIGINAL... BE YOURSELF... BE RELEVANT...</strong></p> </big></p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://activerain.com/c21guy" title="Jason Neumann Active Rain Profile" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="font-weight: bold; color: #000000;">MORE ACTIVE RAIN POSTS:</span></strong></p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/9/5/2/2/ar123598149722596.jpg" height="189" alt="" width="300" style="float: left; margin: 5px;" /></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/931481/BloggingWords-and-Pictures-or-Pictures-and-Words" title="http://activerain.com/blogsview/931481/BloggingWords-and-Pictures-or-Pictures-and-Words" target="_blank">Blogging...Words and Pictures? or Pictures and Words?</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/925107/Mirror-Mirror-on-the-wallWho-has-the-biggest-photo-of-them-all" title="http://activerain.com/blogsview/925107/Mirror-Mirror-on-the-wallWho-has-the-biggest-photo-of-them-all" target="_blank">Mirror, Mirror on the wall...Who has the biggest photo of them all???</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/903995/Are-you-a-blog-snob" target="_blank">Are you a blog snob!?!</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/902018/The-Pick-Play-that-Buyers-will-love-you-for-and-Sellers-will-never-see-coming" rel="bookmark">The "Pick Play" that Buyers will love you for and Sellers will never see coming!</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/900168/The-Sphere-of-Influence-that-few-Realtors-prospect-today" rel="bookmark">The Sphere of Influence that few Realtors® prospect today!</a> </span></strong></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Fri, 06 Mar 2009 09:00:03 -0600 http://activerain.com/blogsview/968889/the-three-biggest-lies-a-realtor-will-tell-a-seller- http://activerain.com/blogsview/968786/friday-funnies-some-of-the-dumbest-questions-asked-in-a-courtroom-ever- <p><img title="Gavel" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/9/5/4/3/7/ar123631636673459.jpg" height="300" alt="Gavel" style="margin: 5px;" width="400" /></p> <p>These are from a book called "Disorder in the American Courts", and believe it or not they are things people actually said in a courtroom.  Court reporters are expected to maintain professionalism at all times but you had to know it took every ounce of strength to not burst out in laughter at some of these verbal exchanges. I was almost crying in tears at a couple of these because I could just see and hear in my mind people's reaction and whispering to one another. So hilarious, I couldn't resist so please enjoy them for what they are...</p> <p><strong>Warning - One profanity in the mix here folks!</strong><br /><br /><strong><br /></strong>ATTORNEY: Are you sexually active?<br />WITNESS: No, I just lie there.<br />____________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: This myasthenia gravis, does it affect your memory at all?<br />WITNESS: Yes.<br />ATTORNEY: And in what ways does it affect your memory?<br />WITNESS: I forget.<br />ATTORNEY: You forget? Can you give us an example of something you forgot?<br />___________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Do you know if your daughter has ever been involved in voodoo?<br />WITNESS: We both do.<br />ATTORNEY: Voodoo?<br />WITNESS: We do.<br />ATTORNEY: You do?<br />WITNESS: Yes, voodoo.<br />____________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Now doctor, isn't it true that when a person dies in his sleep, he doesn't know about it until the next morning?<br />WITNESS: Did you actually pass the bar exam?<br />____________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: The youngest son, the twenty-year-old, how old is he?<br />WITNESS: He's twenty, much like your IQ.<br />___________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Were you present when your picture was taken?<br />WITNESS: Are you shitting me?<br />_________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: So the date of conception (of the baby) was August 8th?<br />WITNESS: Yes.<br />ATTORNEY: And what were you doing at that time?<br />WITNESS: Getting laid<br />____________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: She had three children, right?<br />WITNESS: Yes.<br />ATTORNEY: How many were boys?<br />WITNESS: None.<br />ATTORNEY: Were there any girls?<br />WITNESS: Your Honor, I think I need a different attorney. Can I get a new attorney?<br />____________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: How was your first marriage terminated?<br />WITNESS: By death.<br />ATTORNEY: And by whose death was it terminated?<br />WITNESS: Take a guess.<br /><br />____________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Can you describe the individual?<br />WITNESS: He was about medium height and had a beard.<br />ATTORNEY: Was this a male or a female?<br />WITNESS: Unless the Circus was in town I'm going with male.<br />_____________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Is your appearance here this morning pursuant to a deposition notice which I sent to your attorney?<br />WITNESS: No, this is how I dress when I go to work.<br />______________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Doctor, how many of your autopsies have you performed on dead people?<br />WITNESS: All of them. The live ones put up too much of a fight.<br />_________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: ALL your responses MUST be oral, OK? What school did you go to?<br />WITNESS: Oral.<br />_________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Do you recall the time that you examined the body?<br />WITNESS: The autopsy started around 8:30 p.m.<br />ATTORNEY: And Mr. Denton was dead at the time?<br />WITNESS: If not, he was by the time I finished.<br />____________________________________________<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Are you qualified to give a urine sample?<br />WITNESS: Are you qualified to ask that question?<br />______________________________________<br /><br />And the best for last:<br /><br />ATTORNEY: Doctor, before you performed the autopsy, did you check for a pulse?<br />WITNESS: No.<br />ATTORNEY: Did you check for blood pressure?<br />WITNESS: No.<br />ATTORNEY: Did you check for breathing?<br />WITNESS: No.<br />ATTORNEY: So, then it is possible that the patient was alive when you began the autopsy?<br />WITNESS: No.<br />ATTORNEY: How can you be so sure, Doctor?<br />WITNESS: Because his brain was sitting on my desk in a jar.<br />ATTORNEY: I see, but could the patient have still been alive, nevertheless?<br />WITNESS: Yes, it is possible that he could have been alive and practicing law</p> <p> </p> <p>Sincerely,</p> <p><strong><a href="http://activerain.com/c21guy" title="Jason Neumann Active Rain Profile" target="_blank">Jason Neumann</a></strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="font-weight: bold; color: #000000;">MORE ACTIVE RAIN POSTS:</span></strong></p> <p><img src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/6/9/5/2/2/ar123598149722596.jpg" height="189" alt="" style="float: left; margin: 5px;" width="300" /></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/931481/BloggingWords-and-Pictures-or-Pictures-and-Words" title="http://activerain.com/blogsview/931481/BloggingWords-and-Pictures-or-Pictures-and-Words" target="_blank">Blogging...Words and Pictures? or Pictures and Words?</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/925107/Mirror-Mirror-on-the-wallWho-has-the-biggest-photo-of-them-all" title="http://activerain.com/blogsview/925107/Mirror-Mirror-on-the-wallWho-has-the-biggest-photo-of-them-all" target="_blank">Mirror, Mirror on the wall...Who has the biggest photo of them all???</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/903995/Are-you-a-blog-snob" target="_blank">Are you a blog snob!?!</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/902018/The-Pick-Play-that-Buyers-will-love-you-for-and-Sellers-will-never-see-coming" rel="bookmark">The "Pick Play" that Buyers will love you for and Sellers will never see coming!</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://activerain.com/blogsview/900168/The-Sphere-of-Influence-that-few-Realtors-prospect-today" rel="bookmark">The Sphere of Influence that few Realtors® prospect today!</a> </span></strong></p> <div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Thu, 05 Mar 2009 23:20:45 -0600 http://activerain.com/blogsview/968786/friday-funnies-some-of-the-dumbest-questions-asked-in-a-courtroom-ever- http://activerain.com/blogsview/964905/nearly-wordless-wednesday-road-to-recovery- <p><img title="Road to Healing" src="http://activerain.com/image_store/uploads/3/6/0/6/4/ar123614629846063.jpg" height="552" alt="Road to Healing" width="800" /></p> <p><big> <p>Been down that road before and it is one of pain, sorrow and agony!&nbsp;&nbsp;Trying to cling to sanity without crossing the center line&nbsp;between hope and despair.&nbsp; Searching for peace admist the turmoil, yet in its turbulence I am tossed about and feel utter uncertainty.&nbsp; Yes!&nbsp; Having reached the other side I look back on the past and press on forward with a renewed sense of purpose.&nbsp; It is here that passion was born!</p> </big></p><div class='agent_signature'><p><strong></strong></p></div> Jason Neumann Realtor® www.KelownaRealEstateNews.com (Century 21 Assurance Realty Ltd.) Wed, 04 Mar 2009 00:09:01 -0600 http://activerain.com/blogsview/964905/nearly-wordless-wednesday-road-to-recovery-