Buying & Selling Strategy

Oct. 30, 2026

Downsizing in Kelowna: Sell First or Buy First?

By Michael A. Jones - PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

Older couple at a kitchen table comparing a model family house and a smaller townhome while planning to downsize in Kelowna, with an Okanagan lake view behind them
Downsizing in Kelowna often starts at the kitchen table, weighing the family home against a smaller place with a view.

You have decided to downsize in Kelowna. Now comes the next question. Do you sell your home first, …

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Oct. 28, 2026

Rates Are Up. Cash Buyers Have an Edge. Kelowna Sellers Need a Reality Check.

By Michael A. Jones - PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

October 28, 2026 | Market Intelligence

The Bank of Canada has raised its policy rate by a quarter point. For a buyer already stretching to afford a home, another expense does not need to be enormous to change …

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Oct. 27, 2026

Selling in Kelowna? Compare the Whole Offer, Not Just the Price

By Michael A. Jones - PREC* | Royal LePage Kelowna

Watercolour balance scale weighing coins against a small house, calendar and key.
Compare the price, conditions and timing together when weighing an offer.

The price is usually the first number a seller looks for. Fair enough. You have a lot invested in your home, and the proceeds may be funding …

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March 30, 2026

What the Iran War Actually Means for Kelowna Real Estate

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March 15, 2026

The Okanagan Loophole: How American Buyers Can Still Purchase Property in BC

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March 14, 2026

What Canada's February Jobs Report Means for Kelowna Real Estate Buyers

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March 8, 2026

Leasehold vs Freehold in BC: What Okanagan Buyers Need to Know

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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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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 …

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