Entries by EstateVue

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Speculation and Vacancy Tax and What the Latest Changes Mean for Central Okanagan Property Owners

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 […]

The Kelowna Housing Market After Summer

The Kelowna housing market changes with the seasons, and summer is always busy. Tourists arrive for their vacations, families are eager to move before school starts, and waterfront demand is at its peak. Sellers often use the summer months to show their homes, hoping to attract buyers when the city is at the height of […]

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Cowichan Tribes Land Ruling 2025 | Landmark Court Ruling Raises Questions About Property Rights in BC

On August 7, 2025, the BC Supreme Court issued a decision that could have wide-reaching implications for property ownership across the province. The case, Cowichan Tribes v. Canada (Attorney General), 2025 BCSC 1490, granted the Cowichan Tribes Aboriginal title over the historic Tl’uqtinus village on Lulu Island in Richmond, an area of approximately 1,846 acres, […]

Buying or Renting a Condo in Kelowna for Your UBCO Student

Heading back to school each fall is always a busy time, especially if you’re planning where to live. In Kelowna, the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO) draws in thousands of students and their families each year. For parents and investors, the area around UBCO offers great real estate opportunities. But should you buy a […]