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Solar panels can add up to 5% or $15K-$20K in home value. A study found solar homes sell for 4.1% more on avg than non-solar homes. A 3.6 kW PV system could increase home value by up to $17,400 or more in sunny states. Investing in renewable energy technologies can...

Eagle Valley Storage Marine & Lodge is located approximately 3 km north of Sicamous, on a 9-acre property, just off the Trans Canada Hwy. It features a large boat and recreational complex with four acres dedicated to buildings, boat, RV & Sled storage,...

Home prices in Kelowna expected to grow around 1% to 3%, outperforming some larger BC markets due to lifestyle-driven migration and limited detached housing supply Sales activity expected to improve modestly through late 2026 as borrowing conditions stabilize, though...

When selling a principal residence, capital gain may be tax-exempt if the property was your primary residence for every yr you owned it. A principal residence can include a house, cottage, condo, apartment, duplex unit, trailer, mobile home, or houseboat you own or...

Mother’s Day celebrates the love, strength, and sacrifices of moms everywhere, with their guidance, care, and inspiration across cultures worldwide. Celebrating amazing moms! Your strength, kindness, and care inspire everyone around you—today we honor you and all that...

Online listings help buyers search, but a skilled REALTOR® adds guidance on offers, closing steps, hidden risks, and getting keys with confidence. Interview several agents and verify licensing through provincial registries. Compare approaches, property and...

Eagle Valley Storage Marine & Lodge is located approximately 3 km north of Sicamous, on a 9-acre property, just off the Trans Canada Hwy. It features a large boat and recreational complex with four acres dedicated to buildings, boat, RV & Sled storage,...

BC residential sales are forecast ↓~2% in 2026, reaching 68.7K units, as global headwinds and economic softness challenge activity and shape buyer timing. Active listings are at their highest level since 2015, while elevated new-home inventory gives buyers more...

West Kelowna launched a grant program to help residents build secondary suites and expand housing supply. The grant covers 25% of construction costs, capped at $7.5K per project for eligible applicants. The city also waives building permit application fees, typically...

BoC hinting rates “as good as it gets” pulled sidelined buyers back. First-time buyers matter most—they buy homes without adding new supply. CREA predicts 494K sales in 2026, climbing again into 2027. Hidden insight: Tariff threats and economic fear stalled 2025, not...

Home prices in Kelowna expected to grow around 1% to 3%, outperforming some larger BC markets due to lifestyle-driven migration and limited detached housing supply Sales activity expected to improve modestly through late 2026 as borrowing conditions stabilize, though...

When selling a principal residence, capital gain may be tax-exempt if the property was your primary residence for every yr you owned it. A principal residence can include a house, cottage, condo, apartment, duplex unit, trailer, mobile home, or houseboat you own or...

Mother’s Day celebrates the love, strength, and sacrifices of moms everywhere, with their guidance, care, and inspiration across cultures worldwide. Celebrating amazing moms! Your strength, kindness, and care inspire everyone around you—today we honor you and all that...

Online listings help buyers search, but a skilled REALTOR® adds guidance on offers, closing steps, hidden risks, and getting keys with confidence. Interview several agents and verify licensing through provincial registries. Compare approaches, property and...

Eagle Valley Storage Marine & Lodge is located approximately 3 km north of Sicamous, on a 9-acre property, just off the Trans Canada Hwy. It features a large boat and recreational complex with four acres dedicated to buildings, boat, RV & Sled storage,...

BC residential sales are forecast ↓~2% in 2026, reaching 68.7K units, as global headwinds and economic softness challenge activity and shape buyer timing. Active listings are at their highest level since 2015, while elevated new-home inventory gives buyers more...

West Kelowna launched a grant program to help residents build secondary suites and expand housing supply. The grant covers 25% of construction costs, capped at $7.5K per project for eligible applicants. The city also waives building permit application fees, typically...

BoC hinting rates “as good as it gets” pulled sidelined buyers back. First-time buyers matter most—they buy homes without adding new supply. CREA predicts 494K sales in 2026, climbing again into 2027. Hidden insight: Tariff threats and economic fear stalled 2025, not...

Custom closets enhance livability and appeal, especially in primary bedrooms. Walk-in pantries or cohesive kitchen cabinetry make kitchens feel organized and upscale. Garage storage systems create a positive impression and signal a well-maintained home. Built-in...

Across much of the Okanagan in current data, sales increased while prices slipped. South Okanagan weakened on both, while Kamloops posted gains in sales and prices. Central Okanagan single-family sales ↑8% yearly, prices ↓2%. Townhome sales ↑2%, prices ↓3%. Condo...