Annette Denk's Blog Posts

Fall is in the air with these sudden lower temperatures. We had one of the best summers I can remember, a bonus compared to May and June.At the start of last month, it seemed everyone was on

What great weather we are having! August seems to be our best month so far.Home sales for the month of July slid down to pre-pandemic activity.A total of 1,196 residential unit sales were

Finally wonderful weather! Love it!Property prices are starting to inch down across the Okanagan.In June the benchmark price for a single-family home is listed at $1,112,400.In 

Residential real estate sales for the month of May suggests market activity on a path of normalizing while demand still remains high.Residential unit sales were recorded across our Assoc.,

We see market conditions still shifting, being influenced by rising mortgage rates and a cooling of the market. Sales are down:  in Kelowna approx. by -20%, North Okanagan -25% and South

Hope everyone had a wonderful Easter Weekend. For me it was a family weekend spent with my children and grandchildren. A special fun weekend for all of us.The Market is doing more shifting, but we

Hard to believe our winter is almost over! Heading into our spring market we are seeing slight shifts.Right now, we still see a big lack of listings and inventory which means prices at the

We still have a smoking hot Sellers market. Lots of guessing is happening! Will this market climb as much as last year? Should we cash out? Will there be a crash? Are we in this speculative

Happy belated New Year! It is hard to believe we are in the middle of January already. Every homeowner has received their Tax Assessments in the mail and I am sure you were surprised at

I can’t believe Christmas is this week. What a crazy year for our market. Taking a day off was a challenge and dealing with multiple offers throughout the year. Our prices here in the

Happy November! A month that usually slows down and gets excitement going for the pre-Christmas season.Today I want to concentrate a bit on our BC stats and worldwide statistics.The

The market is definitely settling into a bit of a slower market going into more of a winter mode. We now have the lowest level of inventory that we have seen in the past 10 years.;

Over the last month we have had several inquiries about Pre-Sales. A Pre-Sale is a home that is purchased either prior to construction commencing or during construction with a delay in closing

It seems the smoke from the fires can’t stop the Buyers. I believe people know we live in such a great area and this is an unusual year with smoke and weather patterns. The market has slowed

Hot weather with a still hot real estate market! The Okanagan has become the new Italy! It is now… stay cool from being…  stay safe! Cold homemade lemonade is beside me right now

Residential sales across the Okanagan, BC and Canada are showing signs of calming after months of record highs.There is a slight reduction in pressure that is creating a calming effect for a

First of all I would like to welcome Chad Bennett and Carolynn Moon to the Move Okanagan Group who both joined this month. Chad was number 3 at Re/Max Kelowna and Carolynn was

Warm spring weather and even a hotter market! Home sales continue at a near-historic level, with many homes going above list price and bidding wars with multiple offers.Hard for the

Spring break is around the corner and what a beautiful week we had. Feels so good to get outside into warmer temperatures.Our market is still on “Fire”, a Sellers market for sure and

Can’t believe another month went by! Brr… and what cold weather we are having… it is supposed to get better by tomorrow!The unstoppable Covid pandemic is still prompting people

Another hot sales month in the Okanagan and across Canada.Residential sales for October across the region of Revelstoke to Peachland greatly exceeded October 2019’s sales by 70 per

Time is just flying by! Sales are up everywhere across BC!What an unusual year, there is nothing normal about 2020! Sales in the Okanagan surpassed last year’s sales by 78% !Okanagan

Again we had a record month. Week after week it continues! Every Realtor is working super long hours trying to keep up with inquiries, emails, texts, phone calls, showings, deals etc!Sales are up%

The market is getting more active as Buyers are starting to look again. Well priced listings go fast, as we still don’t have enough inventory for Buyers to choose from. Sales in;

Hope you had a wonderful Christmas Season with great relaxing times with family and friends.I was up at Silver Star with my family and we all enjoyed the snow and the atmosphere up there. Being away

For me this year has gone by very fast and hopefully it was a very successful one for you on a personal and business level. It is always fun to reflect on what we have accomplished and what we would

Annette helped us with the purchase of our first home. We could not have accomplished our dream without her steady hand, patience, experience and incredible professionalism. We have referred many

Hard to believe December is just around the corner… Time seems to be flying by!As the holiday season is approaching it is not unusual for our market to slow down. Listings and Sales have

I am an extremely high maintenance client and wanted more information than most. I always felt like I was the only customer that mattered in Annette’s portfolio and she is always there to

As the economists are saying, in-spite of the politics, the residential real estate market numbers are improving. Sales are up for September by 14.5% over last September. Numbers are still a bit

August has been a very busy month, and buyers are making offers, as most of my listings are either sold or are getting good action of showings and lots of inquires from out of town buyers.August

We’d like to thank you, your team and Ange for doing such a great job with the sale of our manufactured home. We picked an inopportune time to put the place up for sale, just as the market

The real estate market started slow this year but the numbers for July are showing some promise.The last few months were soft but in the last couple of weeks we are seeing noticeably more buyers and

Annette was great to deal with and helped us find the perfect house. She was able to steer us in the right direction even when we were slightly unsure of what that direction was. I would definitely

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As most of you are aware, the real estate market has changed somewhat. While it is not a strong buyer’s market, at this point, it is certainly no longer a Seller’s market either. Why the

It’s a common question for those navigating the real estate market — when is the best time of year to list or shop for a home in Kelowna, Lake Country or Vernon? The truth is that there

The Financial Post just released an article by Kevin Carmichael which states interest rates appear to be in a holding period until later in 2020. I hope this translates into a softening of the

Spring is here in the Okanagan, and that means it’s the perfect opportunity to get your home ready for the months to come. Here are our top tips to get you started:    Winter can

You have decided to put your home in the Okanagan on the market with the hope of selling quickly for top dollar. Those are the goals of all sellers! Unfortunately, listing your home for sale is just

I’m super proud to announce that I’m #3 in sales out of 150 agents in my office for 2018!Thank you to all my clients! I’m very.

Thinking of moving anytime soon?If so, have you started going through all your stuff and figuring out what will be coming to the new place? Or have you gotten frustrated as you just don’t

Hiring the right real estate agent can make or break the deal along the way with a few other considerations. If a seller is considering putting their home on the market, then they need to make sure

5 out of 5Annette represented me and my wife last year with the purchase of our new property. My wife and I have bought and sold several homes over the years and this was by far the most challenging

Moving can be stress free and efficient in the Okanagan by following a few easy tips that will make your move more streamlined. Plan Ahead:Give yourself at the very least, a 2 month window

You want to list your home in Kelowna, Lake Country or Vernon?First impressions are everything when selling a home, so it’s imperative your home is “show ready” when you list it

Annette Denk of Move Okanagan Real Estate is number 66 of all of Western Canada!!So proud… and thanks to all my!

Many homeowners are not aware of all the possible ways of creating an energy-efficient home. There is still this misconception that smart and eco-friendly equals expensive and luxurious. But, today

So how does a buyer make sure their best interests are being protected? Simple, hire a buyers agent. There are several reasons why it’s extremely important that when you’re buying a

2018 was a year filled with lots of change in our local real estate market. We have had a significant shift in the market which has changed things from a seller’s market to a buyer’s

People sometimes feel purchasing a home is out of reach financially, but what if you could buy a home and an investment property at the same time in Kelowna or Vernon?  Have you considered

As this year is coming to an end we often reflect on the past year, what have we accomplished, did we meet our personal goals, what will the next year bring, what will your achievements be for next

Staging a home can be beneficial for home sellers, no doubt.  There are however a couple misconceptions that exist when it comes to staging that first need to be discussed.First of all, many

Some home sellers are left scratching their head wondering why their neighbors home sold and theirs didn’t. Oftentimes when a home doesn’t sell there is an easy explanation. If your home

Cleaning and maintaining a fireplace can be a DIY job, but before the chimney is cleaned, key areas must be checked. Use these tips to ensure fireplace and chimney safety.The warm glow of a

Winter is coming.  While this may not be something you’re excited for, it is the reality. Many homeowners fail to realize the importance of properly winterizing their home.Below is a

In the modern era where we have text messaging, food delivered within an hour, online bill paying and so many other seemingly instant responses, some things still take time. Preparing a quality meal

Many first-time home buyers are surprised to discover just how many ways you can mess up a home purchase. You may have got your pre-approval, found a home you loved and made an offer. But if you

Whether you’re thinking about selling your home or not, home maintenance is crucial.  If you’re planning on listing your home for sale in the near future, deferred maintenance is

The predictable cycle of real estate is that markets don’t rise forever and that is happening after an extended period of rising sales and prices. The good news is, things are very different

One of the biggest steps to start your own vacation rental business is completing the process of purchasing a home. Having said that, there are various aspects which you need to keep in mind before

Savvy home sellers are aware that they need to present their home in it’s absolutely best condition to get top dollar. This holds true for any real estate market, whether it’s a buyer

No matter how perfectly designed your indoor space is, guests will be delighted by seeing a relaxing outdoor space.The outdoors should be set-up in a way that it can be a fun spot in any season.,

Summer has arrived ! So nice to have the hot weather finally here.As you probably know there have been a few things implemented by the Federal and Provincial governments in the past 6 months aiming

It is a very exciting time for a home buyer to begin their home search, and there are some considerations that need to be taken into account, and to help the buyer understand the home buying.

As the temperatures continue to heat up this summer and many people are busy enjoying summertime vacations, it’s important that homeowners don’t neglect their homes.Whether you’re

1. Widely Market Online with High Resolution PicturesWith the number of internet users increasing exponentially, the internet is the perfect place to market your vacation rental. Launch your own

Lots of changes in BC Real Estate as of June 15, 2018! These are significant changes and we as realtors have to go thru extra training, extra courses and exams! If you have not heard of this,

Investing in the vacation rental industry can be an attractive business, provided you take it seriously and market it strategically. A key factor that can increase the business potential of your

Are you planning to put your home on the market?Great timing because it’s a seller’s market out there. But as a seller, you still need to be smart and attract genuine buyers, if you want

If you’re hoping to sell your home in the near future, you’ve probably been running around the interior, applying fresh coats of paint and steaming the carpets. But what about the

Not happy with our government intervention into our real estate market !  I’m sure you have heard by now about the new Speculation tax announced by the BC NDP government. Calling this a

There are many steps to buying a house that buyers are often aware of.  On the other hand, there are also many steps that buyers should take after closing on a new home that many buyers aren

Despite being considered a safe haven among a vast majority of Canadians, your home is often guilty of causing a variety of unexplained illnesses. In reality, poor air quality inside your home can

You’re smart. You’re doing your research about home buying and homeownership (like you are right now!), so you feel like you’re prepared to avoid common home buying pitfalls. But

Spring is here ! What wonderful warm days we’ve had, seeing the blue sky and warmer temperature makes one excited for summer ! Sad the ski season is over… but I have a feeling everyone

A crucial aspect of selling a home is paying attention to the feedback provided by homebuyers and their real estate agents.  After every showing real estate agents are usually sent an automated

Not only can moving be stressful and tiring, but the fees that come along with moving can quickly add up.Luckily for you, we have come up with a few money saving moving tips to avoid the stress and

With spring around the corner and the days getting longer – now is a great time to finally get caught up with some of these common household chores. To help get you started, we gathered a

Being a homeowner is a very rewarding experience, but it also requires a lot of dedication and hard work. It’s up to you to ensure that your living quarters are taken care of properly so that

There are vacation rental properties and there are awesome vacation rental properties. Yes, there’s a difference! Whether you choose to use your vacation rental or not, you need to do certain

What Are the Most Important Things to Do Before Buying A House? 1. Know your credit score.2. Have a lender pre-approve you before shopping.3. Shop the lender.4. Know every expense.5. Know what

1. How Many Times Will You Frequent the Place?When choosing a place, make sure you want to return to it for vacations so that you are able to get your money’s worth rather than simply letting

You can’t create new land, but you can create new real estate by going up. Kelowna will get a total of 404 new homes when the 36-and 29 storey towers of the one Water Street development are

If you’re going to be investing in rental properties, you want to make sure you’ve got a system to get good tenants.There is plenty to talk about when it comes to tenant screening but in

Selling your home is challenging at the best of times. It may be the largest sale you have ever made. Though it may be stressful, there is no reason to make selling your home any more complicated

1. Price the Home Correctly.Exceptional Real Estate agents avoid giving in to the desire to say what will make sellers happy just to attract business. Top notch Real Estate agents will price each

There’s an old saying that says “The heart wants what it wants”. If what your heart wants is heated floors, a home theatre room, and state of the art appliances, then you best buy

It seems everywhere we click, we see countless articles highlighting Kelowna’s hot real estate market. With the strong housing market and warm spring weather, what better time than right now

For most people in the Okanagan, the first true sign of Spring is not the first robin they see but the street sweepers! Now we can wash our cars and they might stay clean for a few days. We hope!

*image C/O The Rise GolfAfter what felt like a painfully long winter, we’re finally welcoming back spring with open arms which is a perfect time to visit one (or all) of our many local golf

So, just how did the year end in 2016 with Real Estate ?  The 2016 single family home prices rose 16.95% on average and the median price rose 14.94%.  Days-on-market dropped from 65 to an

The Okanagan Real Estate Board released a buyers survey November 2016:Here are the Results:21.7 %  First Time Buyers18.4 % are Downsizing17.1 % are Move up Buyers16.1 % are Purchasing a Similar