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Benefits for a First-Time Home Buyer You should buy a home. That's what you've been hearing from friends and family, right? So, by now you have likely already weighed the benefits and decided that home ownership was the best decision for you. That's a major hurdle now passed. You are focused and certain. Good. Defining Search Parameters for a First-Time Home Buyer Almost 80% of all home searches today begin on the Internet. With just a few clicks of the mouse, home buyers can search … (0 comments)
Real Estate Market Update for the week ending July 31st, 2010 - Summerland, Penticton, Okanagan BC Homes for Sale … (0 comments)
Canada's housing market (not just Summerland and Penticton Okanagan BC) is STRONG? Take a look here and compare your place and see if you would agree........... - 07/28/10 04:26 PM
Canada's housing market (not just Summerland and Penticton Okanagan BC) is STRONG? Take a look here and compare your place and see if you would agree........... House prices still strong Canadian house prices rose 1.3 per cent in May from a month earlier, and now stand 4.2 per cent above their pre-recession peak, according to a Teranet-National Bank composite house price index. It marked the 13th straight month of increases and the second that prices rose in each of the six regions it covers. National Bank economist Marc Pinsonneault contrasted that to the real estate market in the United States, where … (1 comments)
Summerland BC’s heart is broken with the tragic loss of Bela (Anabela) Blystone and her mom - 07/27/10 01:15 PM
Summerland BC's heart is broken with the tragic loss of Bela (Anabela) Blystone and her mom. This past week has been hard as we try to absorb what happened last week to Bela and her mom. Janice and I met Bela when we first moved to Summerland over 15 years ago and we instantly loved her because of her enthusiasm for life, which always gave her face a SMILE. Our thoughts and prayers are with Bela’s family as we all must deal with this great loss....................... Love from the MAASKE Family
HASSLE FREE: 6.32% Cap Rate on this remarkably well kept 12 unit; 3 storey wood frame, walk up revenue investment apartment building in the downtown core of Penticton, BC. This building has 3 two bedroom units, 5 one bedrooms units, and 4 bachelors. Next to IGA Market Place Grocery Store. Exceptional management, zero vacancy. Lots of recent upgrades. RM3 Medium Density Multi … (2 comments)
3-bedroom townhouse with two sundecks, fenced private backyard and room in the basement for another bedroom or amazing entertainment/media room. Skylight in stairwell, Family room bay window, central vacuum, nice bright kitchen with eating area and oak cabinets makes this a great place to call home and to raise/start a family. No age limit, rentals, and pets ok.
3 Bedroom townhouse for sale at #16 7915 Hespeler Road, Summerland BC - $269,962 - Raymond MAASKE … (1 comments)
All units are spacious two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Decks and yards for each unit. This building has been fully renovated and so you do not have much to do. Gross Rents: $42,000. Annual Expenses: $6,694 Net Income: $35,306. If smoking and/or children allowed your return goes to 7.91%. This property was a registered strata back in 1988 (KB28145 KA CANCELLED THE OWNERS, STRATA PLAN NO. K548 1988). Further details should … (1 comments)
All units are spacious two bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Decks and yards for each unit. This building has been fully renovated and so you do not have much to do. Gross Rents: $42,000. Annual Expenses: $6,694 Net Income: $35,306. If smoking and/or children allowed your return goes to 7.91%. This property was a registered strata back in 1988 (KB28145 KA CANCELLED THE OWNERS, STRATA PLAN NO. K548 1988). Further details should be sought from … (0 comments)
Bill Hibberd fine art – Summerland, South Okanagan, BC Artist - 07/21/10 06:02 PM
Bill Hibberd fine art - Summerland, South Okanagan, BC Artist Summerland BC and its surrounding area has so much to offer which is the main reason that we live here or want to live here. My good friend Bill Hibberd is a local artist that captures some of the ‘untouched' beauty we have been given.
artist's statement - Bill HIBBERD I am an oil painter. Commissioned work aside, I paint in response to my surroundings. People, clouds, land, water, shade and light. I will often use colour shifts instead of contrastng values. I don't have a final image in … (0 comments)
Bank of Canada Bank of Canada Hikes Key Interest Rate Today The Bank of Canada hiked its key interest rate by a quarter point today, for the second month in a row. In its statement the Bank noted that it “expects the economic recovery in Canada to be more gradual than it had projected in…April, with growth of 3.5 per cent in 2010, 2.9 per cent in 2011, and 2.2 per cent in 2012. This revision reflects a slightly weaker profile … (0 comments)
Hot tub in mind? How to get the best deal - Summerland & Penticton BC Okanagan Real Estate and Homes for Sale - 07/19/10 04:28 PM
Hot tub in mind? How to get the best deal - Summerland & Penticton BC Okanagan Real Estate and Homes for Sale Hot tubs are a great way to entertain, allowing family members and guests to socialize in a comfortable atmosphere. But hot tubs are expensive and take a lot of time to maintain, right? That might not necessarily be the case.Finding the right hot tub for your house doesn't have to be a costly hassle. You just need to figure out exactly what you want and work with a qualified dealer in your area.Here are some things that I suggest … (0 comments)
This 1.14 Acres Estate provides a beautiful setting to have some ‘space’ and yet still be close to town and all its amenities. This character home has new windows; new cherry wood floor in the living room, newer roof, and a timber-framed slate floored deck, designer fixtures in the upstairs bath & more. Three bedrooms & two 4piece bathrooms plus a self-contained 20*15 guest cottage & a detached garage/workshop. Recent updates/upgrades include: New Gas Furnace, all new ducting; New Heat pump /air-conditioner; New 200 … (0 comments)
Where do I start? This unique design offers privacy on each level. Fabulous setup for executive or creative home-based business; Multi-level family home; Lots of parking; Close to beach and downtown; Xeriscape rock garden, mature trees; Private back yard fenced for dog; Mountain/orchard view; Open plan main floor; Vaulted ceilings; Feature rock wall in bedroom #2; Extensive decks for variety of outdoor living options; Architecturally engineered garage (2 years new); Newer roof (house: 5yrs, garage: 2yrs); … (0 comments)
Real Estate Market Update for the week ending July 10th, 2010 - Summerland, Penticton, Okanagan BC Homes for Sale
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SUCCESS VERSUS HAPPINESS - Real Estate or Life - Summerland Penticton or Anywhere!! - 07/08/10 02:15 PM
It was 12 years ago that I took my first baby steps into the world of real estate, yet when I look back it seems like I have been through 2 lifetimes in this period. I was 27 years old when my wife and I moved to the small town of Summerland, BC to begin the next stage of our life together. We had just returned from traveling around the world for a year and were anxious to ‘plant some roots’ and start a family and career. That’s what we did, in fact we did it so well that … (1 comments)
With all the upgrades, this immaculate 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile is PERFECT. The roof, kitchen, hot water tank, furnace, air/con, and walk in shower have all been redone. It is a very bright open plan with lots of storage. New fence for added privacy, security and/or a place for your pet to roam. Located across from a park, easy and quick access to shopping, the beach and other amenities.
Living and working in the South Okanagan (close to the US boarder) we just finished celebrating Canada’s 143rd birthday on July 1st and then get to share the July 4th celebration with our neighbours to the South who are often in our area visiting. For those that missed out on our Canada Celebrations and fireworks head South across the line to Oroville, WA or further to celebrate July 4th. … (0 comments)
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Home Renovation Video Raymond MAASKE - HOMESTAR REALTY, Penticton and Summerland BC Real Estate
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