New property listed in Salmon Arm

I have listed a new property at 85 1361 30 Street Southeast in Salmon Arm. See details here

3 bed 2 bath family home tucked away in Broadview Mobile Home park. Updates over the years make this a comfortable move in ready option for your next home. Primary bedroom with 4 pcs ensuite and walk in closet. Spacious eat in kitchen with peninsula breakfast bar, plus a separate dining area if you wanted. The addition is a great 3rd bedroom if needed or a bonus family room or office. Screen in porch area as you enter off the back side, great for some extra storage or a place to kick back and relax. No neighbors behind you leaves the backyard in complete privacy. Some yard for the kids and pets and a couple of storage sheds for the tools and toys. Dead...

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Why you should use a Realtor™ to sell your home.


It’s easy to assume that you don’t need a Realtor™ to sell your home. But using an experienced Realtor™ can bring a lot of value to your sale. Here are a few benefits to using a Realtor™:

1: You’ll probably make more money.

A July 2017 study by Collateral Analytics found that For Sale by Owners (FSBOs) rarely make any savings, and in some cases the sale may end up costing more. The study showed that FSBOs sold for around 6% less than similar properties sold by Realtor™.

2: You’ll get greater exposure with a Realtor™.

Only Realtor™ are allowed to market homes for sale on the MLS, consequently, homes sold without a Realtor™ will not show up on the MLS, which is...

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New property listed in Salmon Arm

I have listed a new property at 2680 1 Avenue Northeast in Salmon Arm. See details here

Family home in Sherwood Forest. Central to schools, uptown shopping and recreation. 4 bed 3 bath Rancher on a full basement with a separate entrance. Nicely updated kitchen open to the dining area, access to the front deck and peninsula eating bar for conversation with family and friends. Large living area with N/G fireplace and patio doors to your sundeck. Downstairs has a great basement rec space, another bed and bath, laundry area and lots of storage space that could be used as a den or workshop. The basement has a separate entrance which would lend itself perfectly to a suite option if wanted. There is a side yard patio space and some flower beds for the...

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New property listed in Salmon Arm

I have listed a new property at 7417 Black Road in Salmon Arm. See details here

A little piece of paradise only minutes to downtown Salmon Arm. Situated on 1.84 acres of privacy, this 3 bed 2 bath rancher is just what you have been looking for. All of your living conveniently placed on 1 floor. 3 bedroom 2 bath with some updating done throughout over the years. 2 car carport attached to the home and a 39'x25' detached garage for the toys, shop space for the tinkerer or a good mix of both. There is an easy access crawl space under the entire home which is a great spot for some extra storage. Private flat yard space situated behind the home with 2 backyard decks to relax and enjoy the evenings. Country feel but on the doorstep of local amenities...

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New property listed in Salmon Arm

I have listed a new property at 90 15 Avenue Southeast in Salmon Arm. See details here

Located in one of Salmon Arms newer subdivisions-Foothill Estates. Fully finished rancher on a full walkout basement. This is a 5 bedrooms 3 bath home with a legal 2 bedrooms suite. Functional open layout with 3 bedrooms on the main floor, island for entertaining and a N/G fireplace in the main living area. Off the dining room are patio doors to your covered backyard deck for relaxing and enjoying the sunsets, and out the front a covered porch for morning coffee. The main part of the home also has a large family room in the basement separate from the suite. This could be used as a 5 bedroom home or a mortgage helper as needed. Vinyl flooring throughout both...

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Advantages of Buying a House that Needs Work

There’s no doubt about it. Buying a home that is “move in ready” is a real convenience. All you need to do is get your belongings in place, and you’re ready to enjoy living in your new home. You don’t even need to paint. That’s why move-in-ready homes tend to attract more buyers.

However, there are advantages to buying a property that needs work. And, if you’re currently shopping for a new home, a listing that requires some repairs, upgrades, or renovations might be worth considering.

Why?

Properties that need work tend to be priced lower than comparable movein-ready listings. Depending on market demand, the price savings can range from modest (just a few thousand dollars) to substantial.

Also, homes...

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Moving Home with Children and Pets

We all know how stressful moving can be, with so much to think about and so much to do, but it’s how moving can impact those who are closest to us - our children and pets that we need to really be aware of.

Here’s some advice on how to make a successful family move.

Moving with Kids

These tips can make it easier for your kids to cope with the move and help make it more of a fun experience for the family.

1. Talk to your kids about the move.

The best way to prepare your kids for the move is to talk about it. Have a family meeting and explain why it’s best for the family and encourage them to talk about their feelings. Don’t wait until the last minute to talk to them as your kids will need time to digest the information...

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I have sold a property at 1870 15 Avenue Southeast in Salmon Arm

I have sold a property at 1870 15 Avenue Southeast in Salmon Arm. See details here

Beautifully renovated family home only steps to Hillcrest school; the perfect location on a quiet dead end road. A spacious entry invites you into this home where the recent renovations will catch and keep your attention. Hardwood floors throughout the main floor create a continuous flow from room to room. No shortage of space in this well designed and laid out kitchen with solid wood cabinets, granite countertops and an island that will be the center of entertainment for friends and family gatherings. Cozy living area with N/G fireplace and patio doors from the dining area that open to your private, fenced back yard with a patio space with N/G hook up for BBQ,...

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Springtime in the Shuswap

As winter releases its icy grip, the snow starts to melt away, revealing beneath it the lush soils that soon begin to thrive with life. Springtime is here in the Shuswap, and now we can begin to see what a wonderful place this is, and why is so good to move here.

Temperatures can still be chilly overnight here, but daytime warms up and the afternoons can be pleasantly warm, stimulating the growth of plants, flowers, trees and grasses.

And of course, it pays to be aware that bears come out of hibernation at this time, so if you go out spring hiking on the many beautiful trails, make sure you take your bear bangers!

Springtime events and things to do are abundant around the entire Shuswap region; here’s a shortlist of some of them:

  • Experience...
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New property listed in Salmon Arm

I have listed a new property at 1760 30 Street Northeast in Salmon Arm. See details here

This 3 bed 2 bath family home is surrounded by 1.04 acres of space to do almost anything you want! The kids will run for hours, you can fence areas for the pets, make garden space for the green thumb in the family and there is lots of room to park all the vehicles and recreational toys. Pick your spot for a carriage house or maybe potential to subdivide and build your dream home? There is a detached 28'6x19' shop to tinker or park your vehicles. Also attached to the house is another single car garage with some extra storage at the back. The main floor features 2 beds and a full bath, hardwood floors through the main living area, wood burning fireplace and...

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