Advice & Tips

April 5, 2026

Were 1980s Mortgage Rates Really Worse? The Math Says No!

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March 13, 2026

5 Things Vancouver Buyers Don't Expect About the Kelowna Real Estate Market

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March 4, 2026

Conditional Mortgage Approval Is Not Approval: What Every Kelowna Buyer Must Know

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Dec. 25, 2025

Are Closing Costs Tax Deductible When Buying a Home in Kelowna BC?

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Dec. 25, 2025

What Are the Closing Costs When Buying a Home in Kelowna BC? [2025 Guide]

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Aug. 30, 2025

Step-by-Step Guide to Buying a Manufactured Home in British Columbia (2025)

Michael A. Jones - PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

Thinking about a manufactured home in Kelowna, Vernon, West Kelowna, or anywhere in the Okanagan Valley? Great choice. Manufactured homes are often one of the most affordable ways to get into the market here. But the process isn’t quite the same as buying …

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Aug. 23, 2025

Probate in BC: What Kelowna and Vernon Families Need to Know Before Selling a Home

Michael A. Jones - PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

If you’re navigating the loss of a loved one and need to sell a home in Kelowna, Vernon, or anywhere in the Okanagan, you’ll likely encounter probate. This mini-guide explains what probate is in BC, why it matters for real estate, where to …

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Aug. 22, 2025

What Makes Vernon Different from Kelowna When It Comes to Affordability?

Michael A. Jones - PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

When comparing Vernon and Kelowna, affordability often sits at the top of the conversation. Both markets are in the Okanagan, but the differences in pricing, rental patterns, and lifestyle give each city a very different feel for buyers and renters. Let’s take a …

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Aug. 14, 2025

Subject Clauses in Kelowna Real Estate: A Buyer’s Guide to the Contract Process

Michael A. Jones - PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

Kelowna home buying: subject clauses and contracts

Buying a home in Kelowna is exciting, but it’s also a legal process with steps that protect both buyer and seller. One of the most important parts of a purchase contract in British Columbia is the subject clause—sometimes called a “condition.” …

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June 12, 2025

How a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) Helps You Buy or Sell Smarter in Kelowna

Michael A. Jones – PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

Comparative Market Analysis Kelowna

Pricing a home—or deciding what to offer on one—is part art, part science. That’s where a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) comes in. Whether you’re selling in Kelowna, buying in Vernon, or investing anywhere along the Peachland-to-Vernon corridor, understanding how a CMA works …

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