Buying Tips
Update to BC's Property Transfer Tax Exemptions
The 2024 BC Government budget has (FINALLY 😅) updated the home tax exemptions that will directly affect BC's housing market.
March 19, 2024
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Kamloops real estate news & advice
Buying and selling advice, market insight, homeowner tips, and community news — written by REALTORS® who live and invest in Kamloops.
Homeowner Tips
Do you qualify for BC Housing's $40,000 Forgivable Loan?
What is BC Housing's 'Secondary Suite Incentive Program', and how does the program work? Here's what we know.
March 15, 2024
Community Information
myKamloops App
This week we’re exploring the city’s MyKamloops app which allows residents to report non-emergency civic issues like potholes, a broken street light, fallen trees, graffiti, litter pickup and the like, directly to City Hall.
August 24, 2022
Community Information
PurpleAir Sensors
Did you know that Kamloops has worse air quality than Vancouver, Toronto, and Calgary? Or that our city has not one but multiple air sheds that are constantly changing on a minute by minute basis? Read on to learn more about the PurpleAir project - an innovative way of monitoring air quality in real time using a multitude of low cost, high technology, coffee cup sized sensors.
July 7, 2022
Real Estate
Secondary Suite Rentals in Kamloops
Your quick guide to secondary suite options in Kamloops.
June 8, 2022
Real Estate
Where are all of the Kamloops Buyers coming from?
Find out how REALTORS® can track who's buying in Kamloops! Buyers Path explained.
April 8, 2022
Buying Tips
What will $700,000 Buy You in Today's Market?
What can you buy in Kamloops and area for $700,000 in today's market?
March 16, 2022
Buying Tips
Things to Consider Before Purchasing a Home
We've compiled a list of things our clients shared that they wish they knew before purchasing their home!
February 1, 2022
Selling Tips
How to Get Top Dollar for your Home, Fast!
Your home is likely your largest financial asset, so selling it will require significant thought and strategy. Once you enter the market, the process can move very quickly, so you will want to be ahead of the game by getting your property into top selling shape before it hits the market. Luckily, you can increase your home's chances of selling within the desired window of time and for the highest…
March 26, 2020
Buying Tips
What to Look for in a New Neighbourhood
7 things to look for when searching for a new neighbourhood.
March 23, 2020
Real Estate
Hire the Right Agent, For the Right Reasons: 8 Questions to Ask
Finding a real estate agent who is right for you requires doing a little homework, and asking the right questions.
March 13, 2020
Homeowner Tips
Turning Up the Heat - Furnace Efficiency and Maintenance
As we prepare our homes for the colder months ahead, it's key to to have your furnace running efficiently and safely. Cliff Brauner from Pillar to Post Home Inspectors has some pointers to get the most out of your furnace.
November 4, 2019
Real Estate
What Does 'Absorption Rate' Mean?
How to use the concept of Absorption Rate to read and understand real estate forecasts.
October 4, 2019
Real Estate
What Will $500,000 Buy You in Today's Market?
We take a look at what kind of home half-a-million will buy you in Kamloops, Kelowna, Chilliwack and Vancouver.
September 5, 2019
Community Information
Neighbourhood Specific Facebook Pages
Find real estate and community focused information for YOUR specific Kamloops neighbourhood!
June 11, 2019
Selling Tips
Downsizing Done Right: What to Consider When Moving To A Smaller Home
Three things to consider when downsizing that will help make sure your move is right for you.
May 30, 2018
Homeowner Tips
Annual Fall Maintenance List
As the temperture and leaves begin to fall, now is the time to prep your home for the chilly days and nights ahead.
October 29, 2017
Buying Tips
The 6 steps to purchasing a Court Ordered Sale
Kelsey from North Kamloops asked "What is the process to buy a foreclosure?"
May 1, 2012
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Whether you're buying your first home or selling to start your next chapter, we'd love to help you navigate Kamloops real estate.