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Kamloops listing in lower Sahali walk to downtown
Monday, July 21st, 2014This is your rare chance. Desirable home with stunning views in the prime lower Sahali location. Downtown, hospital, Riverside park, schools, TRU, shopping all a short walk away. This 2 owner home has been kept in immaculate shape. Main floor features birch hardwood, spacious renovated kitchen with nook, dining area with french doors to massive front deck, 3 bedrooms, master with bay window, 2nd bedroom with sliders to private back deck. Lower level features huge family room, bedroom and den, 3 piece bath with walk in shower, as well as a very spacious laundry off garage with sink as well as built in cabinets and work bench. Great spot for storage as well as work area. Backyard is your own private oasis amongst the many trees and perennials. This home should be on the top of your list. RV parking available. Roof, furnace, C/Air all less then 10 years old. 
Kamloops Music in the park schedule for July
Monday, July 21st, 2014MUSIC IN THE PARK SCHEDULE FOR REST OF JULY
July 20 Young Running Canadian Roots youngrunning.bandcamp.com
July 21 Class Action Ska classactionska.ca
July 22 Headwater Roots Rock headwater.ca
July 23 Paul Filek Pop paulfilek.com
July 24 The Sturgeons Folk facebook.com/TheSturgeons
Scarlett Jane Roots Rock scarlettjane.com
July 25 Sabrina Weeks & Swing Cat Bounce Swing Blues sabrinaweeks.com
July 26 Zoo Lion Rock zoolionmusic.com
July 27 Mike MacKenzie Blues Rock mikemackenzie.com
July 28 Whiskey Jane Country Rock whiskeyjane.com
July 29 Spencer’s Dirty Matadors Rasta Cowpunk Blues
July 30 BCLC Midsummer Music Jam starring:
Robyn & Ryleigh Country Pop Sisters robynandryleigh.com
Champagne Republic Funky R&B champagnerepublic.com
July 31 Glorious Sons Rock theglorioussons.com
Performances take place at the Riverside Park Rotary Bandshell each evening, 7:00-8:30 pm, weather permitting
The Canadian housing market shows no signs of slowing
Friday, July 18th, 2014The Canadian housing market shows no signs of slowing down during the typically slowing summer months. Economists say they continue to be surprised by the strength in the housing market and continued appetite that Canadians have towards home ownership.
The U.S economy is growing much faster than expected and unemployment is down to 6.1% which is at its lowest level since the summer of 2008. Housing starts across the US have also exceeded the expectations of many economists. This encouraging news is causing speculation that the US Federal Reserve will be forced to raise interest rates faster than anticipated to ensure inflation does not become a concern.
According to Bloomberg News, Charles Plosser of the Federal Reserve states, “The data keeps telling us we ought to be raising rates, if we wait too long we could find ourselves raising rates faster and higher than we want to.” Historically, our interest rates usually follow the lead of the US.
With the hot real estate market this summer, it makes sense to get a pre-approved mortgage with a locked in interest rate while we are still at historical lows. Access to major banks, trust companies and credit unions combined with my expertise provides you the opportunity to get the right mortgage with the best possible rate and terms.
Contact me today.
| Regards,Keith Allan, MA Kamloops Mortgage Consultant(250) 318-1378 (250) 374-3010 kallan@mortgagealliance.com |
Kamloops Real Estate Linda Klein mortgage rates for week of July 21st 2014
Wednesday, July 16th, 2014| July 21st 2014This edition of the Weekly Rate Minder has the latest, best rates for Canadian mortgages. At Dominion Lending Centres, we work on your behalf to find the mortgage that suits your needs. Best of all — our service is free.* It’s the selected lender that pays us and YOU get the best rate. *(O.A.C., E.&O.E.)• Our Best National Rates • Explore Mortgage Scenarios with Helpful Calculators on http://www.starrwebb.ca |
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| Variable rate mortgages from as low as Prime minus 0.55%
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Live in a gated community next to Dunes Golf course
Wednesday, July 16th, 2014Situated in the beautiful gated community of West Pines Villas adjacent to the Dunes Golf Course this immaculate 2 bdrm level entry rancher was professionally painted. Features vaulted 9’ceilings, wide hallways,3 patios, bright kitchen with eating area. Storage/pantry with sink & 2nd fridge. Spacious master bedroom,ensuite with sep tub & shower,excel closet organizers in walk in closet. Built in computer desk,cabinets & closet organizers in 2nd bedroom. Gas fireplace in living room. Main private patio features sun setter awning,gas BBQ hook up. Large 2 car garage with work bench & storage room. Near new HE furnace with accuclean filter. New A/C. This complex is beautifully maintained. You can walk to the 1st tee box & clubhouse of the Golf Course. Transportation is right outside the gate & shopping close by. If you are looking for a great place to retire or that lock & leave lifestyle this property is the one. Nothing to do but move in & enjoy.
KAMLOOPS REAL ESTATE STATISTICS/FORECAST
Thursday, July 10th, 2014After increasing 13 per cent to 2,370 units last year, MLS®residential sales in the Kamloops area are forecast to
remain relatively unchanged this year. Tepid economic and employment growth in 2013 is expected to limit
consumer demand over the first half of the year. In addition, poor weather conditions in the region also
impacted home sales over the first quarter, with total sales down 8 per cent compared to the previous year.
However, more robust growth in the global economy both this year and particularly in 2015 is expected to bolster
demand for BC exports and push up employment levels.In addition, after nearly two years of weak consumer
spending activity, retail sales now appear to be returning to a more typical growth pattern, a signal that rising
demand for big ticket items may be on the horizon. Next year, MLS® residential sales are forecast to increase
5.5 per cent to 2,480 units.Despite slower sales activity during the first quarter,
the inventory of homes for sale has steadily declined over the past year, and was down nearly 10 per cent during
the first quarter. Market conditions are now trending into balanced territory, where home prices typically exhibit
stability. The average MLS® residential price is forecast to edge up 0.5 per cent to $314,000 this year, and a further 1.1 per cent to $317,300 in 2015.New home construction in the Kamloops CA remained
relatively unchanged in 2013, with a total of 479 housing starts recorded. However, multiple starts climbed 31 per cent,while single-detached starts declined 23 per cent. A stronger provincial economy and improving consumer demand in the local housing market are forecast to push housing starts about 6 per cent higher in each of the next two years, with single detached starts gaining traction in the market.
MLS® Sales Avg Price Housing Starts
Total Detached Attached Apartment Total Detached Attached Apartment Total Single Multiple
2013 2,370 1,617 291 227 312,460 356,369 273,190 191,715 479 219 260
13% 9.9% 2.5% 28.2% -0.1% 1.1% -0.3% 0.5% -0.4% 22.6% 31.3%
2014 2,350 1,630 300 200 314,000 355,000 275,000 196,000 510 240 270
-0.8% 0.8% 3.1% -11.9% 0.5% -0.4% 0.7% 2.2% 6.5% 9.6% 3.8%
2015 2,480 1,700 325 225 317,300 359,000 278,100 197,500 540 260 280
5.5% 4.3% 8.3% 12.5% 1.1% 1.1% 1.1% 0.8% 5.9% 8.3% 3.7%
Kamloops CA Sources: CMHC, BCREA Forecast
Kamloops Real Estate Royal LePage Canadian market update
Wednesday, July 9th, 2014The Canadian Press
Published Wednesday, July 9, 2014 6:45AM EDT
Published Wednesday, July 9, 2014 6:45AM EDT
Real estate company Royal LePage says big cities Toronto, Vancouver and Calgary are driving increases in national average home prices, while smaller cities had more moderate gains.
Royal LePage says the average price of a home in Canada increased between 3.9 per cent and 5.2 per cent in the second quarter of 2014 and prices are expected to go up steadily for the rest of the year.
According to the survey, the average price of detached bungalows rose 5.2 per cent to an average price of $406,454. Meanwhile, standard two-storey homes rose 5.1 per cent year-over-year to $440,972, while standard condominiums posted gains of 3.9 per cent to $258,501.
The survey says the shortage of detached single-family houses led to significant price increases in Toronto and in Calgary, new listings couldn’t keep up with strong demand.
In Vancouver, which last year was seeing year-over-year price declines, is now posting mid-to-single digit increases. The Montreal market recorded lower price gains than its large metropolitan counterparts, but real estate demand has gone up following the election of a Liberal government in the province’s April election.
In contrast, smaller city markets are seeing more moderate house price gains. In Ontario, regions outside Toronto such as London posted year-over-year price increases of 2.2 and two per cent for detached bungalows.
“Chronic supply shortages are driving price spikes in Canada’s major cities, masking otherwise moderate home price appreciation nationally,” said Phil Soper, president and chief executive of Royal LePage.
“While a widening affordability gap in Canada’s largest urban centres is characterizing the national market Canadians read about daily, year-over-year house price increases in most regions of the country are presently tracking below the historical average,” Soper said Thursday in a news release.
Looking ahead, Royal LePage is projecting that the national average house price will increase at 5.1 per cent for the full-year.
In Winnipeg, the price of a standard condominium rose by 5.3 per cent year-over-year to $209,023 and detached bungalows appreciated by two per cent to land at $311,015.
Regina posted year-over-year increases across housing types surveyed. Standard condominiums posted the highest year-over-year gains of 2.7 per cent to $211,000. Meanwhile, the average price for standard two-storey homes increased 2.6 per cent year-over-year to $372,500 while detached bungalows increased by 1.1 per cent to $333,500.
In Edmonton, condominiums showed the strongest gains, with the average price increasing 7.8 per cent year-over-year to $236,429, while standard two-storey homes posted an increase of 3.8 per cent to $372,112. Detached bungalows remained flat, dropping 0.2 per cent year-over-year to $350,401.
In Halifax, the price of a standard two-storey house was $327,300 , dropping 1.8 per cent from $333,167 in the second quarter of last year.
In Fredericton, the price of a standard two-storey house was $215,000, down 2.3 per cent from $220,000 year-over-year.
Charlottetown saw its price of a standard two-storey house stayed unchanged at $205,000 year-over-year.
Easy ways to make your home more attractive to potential buyers. Kamloops
Monday, July 7th, 2014Getting ready to sell? Move your property fast – and for the highest selling price possible – with these easy, affordable staging tricks. These deal-sealing changes will make your home attractive to the largest pool of potential buyers, and the best part is, you can start at any stage in the game. Who knows – you may love your home’s new look so much that you decide not to list after all!
1 Paint!
Dollar for dollar, a fresh coat of paint gives you more bang for your decorating buck than anything else. Even if your current palette is relatively new, any scuffs or wear marks will channel an unkempt vibe. And an unusual colour choice – even if the height of fashion – may limit your home’s appeal. So break out that roller and slap on a couple coats of crowd-pleasing warm white or sand paint.
2 Improve the lighting
Replace any dated light fixtures ASAP. How can you tell if it has to go? If it’s over 15 years old and looks it – yet isn’t a vintage (50-75 years old) or antique piece (older) – it should probably go. “Retro” is not something most homebuyers are looking for. You don’t need to break the bank, just head to IKEA or Canadian Tire.
3 De-clutter
Take the collectibles off the mantel, put the mismatched armchair into storage (or better yet, donate it) and pare your closets down to what you’re actually wearing this season, packing away the rest. Ideally, all this extra stuff would head to charity (if in good, saleable condition), the garbage dump, or into storage. The more you store onsite, the more cluttered and small your home appears.
4 Give dated bathrooms a facelift
A nice bath helps sell a house but, don’t invest in a total renovation. Renos are costly, and you won’t recoup your costs unless you find your exact décor doppelganger. Bring an out-of-date bath up to speed with gleaming white walls whether via a fresh coat of white bath and kitchen paint or ceramic tile and new lighting (Home Depot excels at affordable, stylish bathroom vanity lighting). Buy neutral new shower curtains, a simple new bath mat and vanity set, and have fresh flowers in the room during open houses.
5 Take down curtains
Dated window treatments need to come down, pronto (if it’s over 10 years old, get rid of it). If privacy isn’t an issue, just leave the windows bare to maximize natural light and make the room’s dimensions seem more generous. Otherwise, buy basic-issue cotton or linen drapes. Always tie drapes back during viewings and open houses.
6 Put up mirrors
Make small rooms appear bigger and dark rooms seem brighter by adding an attractive wall mirror. A boxlike dining room will benefit from a leaning floor mirror and an entrance way more welcoming with a console mirror.
7 Update porch hardware
Increase your home’s curb appeal by updating the hardware on your front porch. Buy a doorknocker or bell, mailbox, kick plate, doorknob and lockset in a set or in complementary styles. Brushed nickel is a neutral finish that will never date, while oil-rubbed bronze is another favourite.
8 And the porch light
Update your porch light to coordinate with the new hardware, if needed. They don’t have to be an exact match or even come from the same period, but the finishes and styles should look pleasing together.
9 Spiff up the front yard
Refresh your front yard according to the season. In spring, summer and fall, trim back dead plants and foliage and plant attractive annuals or perennials in flowerbeds. In winter, keep the walkway shoveled and cut back any tree or shrub branches damaged by heavy snowfall. A pair of planters flanking the front door and filled with seasonal arrangements instantly conveys pride of ownership.
10 Tend the backyard
Simple fix-its will make the most of your existing yard layout. Replace any damaged boards on your deck or fence, and apply a fresh coat of paint, or stain and sealant if the finish needs it. Weed and groom your garden and add some perennials for colour when in-season. If kids’ toys are taking over the space, put some in storage. Think “tidy,” “update” and “refresh”: never do anything costly or major like adding a swimming pool or pond, which may put off potential buyers.
Common Home Buyer Mistakes, Kamloops real estate
Saturday, July 5th, 2014
Worried about making a mistake when buying your first home? You’re not alone. Check out the most common mistakes made by first time home buyers. And not to worry – we can help!
