Retirement

Oct. 30, 2026

Buying Lakefront in the Okanagan: Pros and Cons

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

Watercolour of Kalamalka Lake with turquoise and jade water in a sheltered bay, lakefront homes and docks on the far shore and pine-dotted hills
Kalamalka Lake's summer turquoise is one reason Okanagan lakefront property means more than one lake, and each shoreline has its own character.

Buying lakefront property in the Okanagan is the dream that brings a lot of people to …

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Posted in Buyers, Central Okanagan, Kelowna, Kelowna Lifestyle, Retirement
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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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Posted in Buying & Selling Strategy, Home Owners, Kelowna, Retirement, Sellers
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Oct. 30, 2026

Leaving Kelowna for the Winter? Make a Plan for the Home You Leave Behind.

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

Watercolour of a suitcase, house keys and departure checklist beside a window overlooking a wintry Okanagan neighbourhood.
Plan for the home you leave behind before you pack for the winter.

A winter away should give you fewer things to worry about. That becomes easier when the home you leave behind has a clear plan.

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Posted in Advice & Tips, Home Owners, Kelowna, Retirement
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Oct. 23, 2026

Reverse Mortgages in Canada: Accessing Equity Without Rushing a Sale

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

Watercolour illustration of older homeowners gardening beside an Okanagan-style home overlooking a lake and hills.
Weigh access to home equity against the long-term costs of staying in your home.

A home can hold a considerable amount of wealth while leaving its owner short of cash. That becomes frustrating when the market is slow …

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Posted in Finance, Mortgages, Retirement, Sellers
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Oct. 16, 2026

Aging in Place in Kelowna - Making Your Home Work for You

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

You like your home. You know your neighbours. Your routines fit the neighbourhood.

You would rather stay.

That preference deserves a practical plan. What needs to change so home keeps working for you?

In my first article about downsizing, …

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Posted in Home Owners, Kelowna, Real Estate Education, Retirement
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Oct. 13, 2026

Should I Downsize My Home in Kelowna? 10 Questions to Ask First

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Posted in Home Owners, Kelowna, Real Estate Education, Retirement, Sellers
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