Real estate markets respond to supply and demand.But supply and demand are increasingly shaped by government policy. This week, a local news report by Wayne Moore highlighted a major development: the City of Kelowna could see up to 2,100 short-term rental units return to the market if provincial restrictions are lifted early. That single policy […]
We are pleased to share that Hilbert & Crick have officially joined Real Broker B.C. Ltd and are now operating from their Kelowna office. This transition marks an exciting new chapter as we continue serving our clients with the same commitment, integrity, and market expertise you have come to expect. We are grateful for our […]
Understanding the market is more important than timing it. Headlines often make real estate feel emotional. One month, it’s “prices are rising again.”Next, it’s “buyers are waiting.”Then suddenly it’s “multiple offers are back” – followed closely by “sales are slowing.” In reality, the Kelowna real estate market in 2026 is not defined by a single […]
A Neighbourhood-by-Neighbourhood Breakdown Kelowna is not one real estate market. It’s a collection of micro-markets shaped by geography, lifestyle, zoning, and buyer behaviour. Two homes with similar square footage, age, and finish can differ in value by hundreds of thousands of dollars, and in Kelowna, that difference is rarely accidental. Understanding why homes are valued […]
And just like that, it’s December again! From rising opportunities to new listings and the shifting lakefront market, this year brought plenty of ups and downs for buyers, sellers, and investors. As your Kelowna real estate agents, we saw it all. Let’s take a look back at everything that happened in Kelowna’s real estate market […]
Looking at the question of buying in Kelowna right now, the word opportunity comes to mind. The housing market is seeing more new listings coming up as we transition into winter. At the same time, the central bank has cut interest rates. At the end of October, the Bank of Canada lowered its overnight rate […]
The Speculation and Vacancy Tax continues to change in British Columbia, and its impact is now strongly being felt in the Central Okanagan. Many homeowners in Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake Country, and surrounding communities have recently had to declare for the first time. They are now negotiating the implications of the tax for their real […]
“We Are in a Recession”: What It Means for the Kelowna Real Estate Market in 2025 CIBC economist Benjamin Tal says Canada’s economy is already in a per capita recession, with BC among the hardest hit regions. According to CIBC Deputy Chief Economist Benjamin Tal, Canada’s economy has entered what he calls a “per capita […]
Selling real estate in Kelowna, BC, Canada, in the fall or winter may feel like bad timing, but sometimes it can work in your favour. Kelowna’s market stays active all year, and buyers keep looking even as the weather changes. Families planning for the next school year or people relocating for work cannot always wait […]
