Friday, November 25, 2011

Who doesn't love a nice Attaboy!?! Here is some nice feedback!

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If you are looking to buy or sell real estate please call me:

TREVER FLORKO - Realtor
Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
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New Home listing at THE LAKES! Only $479,900

New Home listing at THE LAKES! Only $479,900

To view 21 high definition professional photos please visit: http://www.13128LakeHillDrive.com

BUYER ALERT!!! THERE IS A DEAL HERE! THIS HOME IS SELLING WELL BELOW COST TO CONSTRUCT. COST TO BUILD WAS OVER $580,000 INCLUDING FINANCE CHARGES (with no markup or GC fees.) The sellers loss is your gain!!! BRING US YOUR OFFERS!!!

Amazing home at The Lakes - This nearly new 2875 square foot home has everything a family needs. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms, double garage and tones of space for everyone. This stellar home is an entertainers delight with a full length extra wide deck with great views of the surrounding mountains plus a covered, yard level deck and fully landscaped flat yard. Very easily suited with separate entrance to the basement. The list of updates in this home is very substantial: Granite countertops in kitchen and bathrooms. Gas range. Natural gas BBQ hookup on deck. Oversized double garage. Underground sprinklers. 2 walk in closets. Gas fireplace. Coffered ceiling in living room. 9 foot ceilings throughout.

Local Schools are:George Elliot Secondary School (Middle and High School) and Davidson Road Elementary.

Nearby Amenities: Oyama Zipline, Wood Lake, Kalamalka Lake, Walking Trails, Artwalk, Creekeside Theatre, Lake Country Farmers Market and Lake Country Museum.

To view 21 high definition professional photos please visit: http://www.13128LakeHillDrive.com

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Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011

What Real Estate Market do you live in? Is buying a good idea?

Your Stats Are Not Our Stats.
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I just had a question raised from one of my out of town clients. He mentioned that he heard from some of his local REALTORS in his local market (O.N.) that prices for Real Estate will be dropping in Canada and the USA by 10%-20% in 2012. He wanted to know if he should wait for those dropped before he bought. This is what I replied:

We here in the Okanagan frequently hear Real Estate Market Stats that do not pertain to us. We often hear Vancouver stats and Toronto stats and Calgary, Edmonton and Victoria stats and none of those markets are anything like Kelowna's….our market is uniquely our own and we are pretty stable here…maybe a tiny downward trend but I do not believe that we will see anything near a 20% decrease and neither does anyone in my field with whom I speak…but I don't have a crystal ball either so this is strictly my educated guessing. The funny thing about the 10-20% decrease you mention is that I did, literally, just leave a meeting with a few mortgage broker friends of mine and they seem to have their own opinions. They said that the great interest rates we have now will mitigate any decrease in market values as the forecast for interest rates is trending upwards….beyond that I have had many meetings with many people in both the local and canadian wide markets and the feelings are conflicted…simply put there is no way to know what will happen. All I do know is that there are some deals out there right now and a lot of inventory. If you really believe that the prices will decrease another 10-20 % next year why not just use that number in any offers you write now…what I mean is why not (for example) find a condo that is 200k asking price and offer them between 160-180k and if they don't bite move onto another one until someone does….that way you are protected should the price go down and if the price does not go down you will have that much more equity right out of the gate. Not to mention you will be able to lock in your five year fixed for close to 3%! Win win right! 

If you are looking to buy or sell real estate please give me a call!

TREVER FLORKO - Realtor
Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
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Office: (250) 869-0101
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Monday, November 21, 2011

#Kelowna #Real #Estate Market Stats for Oct. 2011

These Market Stats are compiled by OMREB (Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board) and are for the month of October. 2011

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If you have any questions or if you are looking to buy or sell a home please contact me today! 

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Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
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#Kelowna #Real #Estate Media report for Oct. 2011 - Market Continues to Stabilize

Okanagan‐Shuswap Market Continues to Stabilize    

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“Overall, the Okanagan‐Shuswap market has experienced steady sales activity during the past six months of 2011. Most segments in our Board area have remained remarkably stable and continue to hold their own, despite comments on the state of the economy. However, recreation and investment sectors remain sluggish as moderate economic recovery and modest job growth in BC, Alberta and across the country have impacted disposable income for potential buyers who are now looking south of the border for bargain properties,” says Rob Shaw, OMREB Vice President and REALTOR® in the North Zone. 

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Monday, November 14, 2011

2012 Housing Market Outlook from the CMA

"Expect existing home prices to edge up by three per cent as demand improves and the supply of listings is drawn down later next year."

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TREVER FLORKO - Realtor
Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
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Sunday, November 13, 2011

Mmm dinner!!

Garlic prawns. 2 kinds of calamari. Thick cut maple bacon wrapped scallops and some veg. Mmmmmmmmm

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Thursday, November 10, 2011

Great New Listing! 4bed 2bath suited rancher for only 349k!

#26 4450 Postill Drive, Kelowna

To View 21 High Resolution Photos and get tons more informations visit:  www.26countryrhodes.com

Ideally located home in the very quiet neighborhood of Ellison! This four bedroom and two bathroom rancher offers the very best in family living.  Home configuration is three bedrooms/one bathroom upstairs and a one bedroom suite with additional bathroom down.  Updates include: hardwood flooring throughout main living level, tile in the bathrooms and composite back deck materials. Bright kitchen overlooks backyard allowing you to watch the children play and have peace of mind.  Pet friendly and located close to Mill Creek Regional Park, Dirt biking Trails, Fishing and Snowmobiling. Check out the Country Rhodes community website for the latest in neighborhood news.  Development also has a clubhouse, play area and outdoor pool.  Commute to Kelowna or Vernon with ease!

Nearby schools are Ellison Elementary, Rutland Middle School and Rutland Senior Secondary. Kelowna International Airport is located just minutes away! Sunset Ranch and Tower Ranch offer challenging courses with terrific views.

Local amenities are: Ben Lee Park

, YMCA/YWCA
, Boys and Girls Club
, Rutland Arena
, BMX Track
, Okanagan Gymnastics
, McCurdy Bowling
, Grand 10 Theatre
, Energy Plex
, Rutland Parks
, are just a few of the places to take your family for a fun afternoon! Perfectly situated for students wishing to attend UBCO and on the Kelowna Public Transit
Bus Route. Forgot milk or eggs? No problem, Ellison Market is right around the corner for your shopping convenience..

To View 21 High Resolution Photos and get tons more informations visit: www.26countryrhodes.com

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Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Now that is how you put up a star on an #x-mas Tree!

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The Landmark Towers annual Christmas Tree is going up!!! Seems like the spirit is coming to Kelowna early this year!!!
Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
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Thursday, November 3, 2011

NEW LISTING! 2bed 2bath 12th floor condo at SKYE. Downtown Kelowna

To view 21 high definition professional photos please visit:www.1203waterscapeskelowna.com


1075 Sunset Drive 1203
Kelowna, BC V1Y 9Y9
$469,500

Downtown Kelowna Living At Waterscapes
Incredible corner unit at prestigious Skye Tower at Waterscapes. Enjoy the Stellar views of Lake Okanagan, the wildlife reserve, the park and Downtown Kelowna from this 12th floor condo through the many floor to ceiling windows! This huge unit boasts two large bedrooms. The kitchen is fully upgraded and includes all stainless steel appliances and gas range. The complex come equipped with a large number of amenities to give you that "on vacation" feeling which is so sought after in the Okanagan.
Amenities include a pool, two hot tubs, a gym, billiards room, common kitchen and entertaining areas. Skye is also right across the street from sandy beaches and walking distance to many restaurants, wine bars, clubs, sport and concert venues, galleries, parks, shopping and most importantly Lake Okanagan and the beach!
This unit is extremely well priced and is just waiting for you to move in and live the Okanagan dream and lifestyle!
Nearby amenities are: Cultural District, Public Library, Prospera Place, Casino, Shopping, Fine Dining, Waterfront Park, Knox Mountain and Public Beaches.


To view 21 high definition professional photos please visit:www.1203waterscapeskelowna.com


To set up on appointment to view this listing or any other please contact me at:


TREVER FLORKO - Realtor
Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
Cell: (250) 859-5990
Office: (250) 869-0101
Fax: (250) 869-0105
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NEW LISTING! 2bed 2bath 12th floor condo at SKYE. Downtown Kelowna

To view 21 high definition professional photos please visit:www.1203waterscapeskelowna.com


1075 Sunset Drive 1203
Kelowna, BC V1Y 9Y9
$469,500

Downtown Kelowna Living At Waterscapes
Incredible corner unit at prestigious Skye Tower at Waterscapes. Enjoy the Stellar views of Lake Okanagan, the wildlife reserve, the park and Downtown Kelowna from this 12th floor condo through the many floor to ceiling windows! This huge unit boasts two large bedrooms. The kitchen is fully upgraded and includes all stainless steel appliances and gas range. The complex come equipped with a large number of amenities to give you that "on vacation" feeling which is so sought after in the Okanagan.
Amenities include a pool, two hot tubs, a gym, billiards room, common kitchen and entertaining areas. Skye is also right across the street from sandy beaches and walking distance to many restaurants, wine bars, clubs, sport and concert venues, galleries, parks, shopping and most importantly Lake Okanagan and the beach!
This unit is extremely well priced and is just waiting for you to move in and live the Okanagan dream and lifestyle!
Nearby amenities are: Cultural District, Public Library, Prospera Place, Casino, Shopping, Fine Dining, Waterfront Park, Knox Mountain and Public Beaches.


To view 21 high definition professional photos please visit:www.1203waterscapeskelowna.com


To set up on appointment to view this listing or any other please contact me at:


TREVER FLORKO - Realtor
Century 21 Assurance Realty Kelowna
Cell: (250) 859-5990
Office: (250) 869-0101
Fax: (250) 869-0105
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