November/December 

2021 Newsletter!

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Vernon's Fall weather has been nothing less than spectacular 🍁

 

Our little girls are enjoying their school routines, and we are making lots of time for visits to Kal Park.

 

We hope we've included something that interests you here, and are wishing you all a fantastic transition into Winter. 

   

Jake and Rachel Russell

RECIPE CORNER:

More plant-based recipes!!

If you try one of the recipes from our newsletter, snap a picture

and send it our way 📸! We'd love to see! 

 

I'm always looking for new plant-based meal inspiration!  

 

If you have a favorite vegan recipe, let us know...maybe we can feature it in one of our upcoming newsletters!

 

Lot's of love 

 

-Rachel XO

 

ENERGIZING & SPICY BROCCOLI DAL:

I had forgotten all about this recipe until the other day!!

 

Such a great way to pack in some broccoli.  We will be putting this back into the dinner rotation for Fall.

 
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Vegan Rice Krispie Treats :

A vegan spin on the classic dessert.  

 

Iris requested these for her Birthday treat.  Always a hit with kids and adults. 

 
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FREE eBOOK!!

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download our !!NEW!!

Free Vernon Homes eBook!

 

We created this eBook to serve as a detailed guide to help you identify the ideal location for your next home in the Vernon area!

 
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Featured Listings:

 

CUSTOM BUILT HOME

IN LUMBY, BC!!

 

  • Soaring 9ft ceilings
  • Amazing mountain views
  • Gourmet kitchen
  • Outdoor recreational activities nearby

 

  • 2207 Mountain View Ave.
  • $589,000
  • MLS#: 10242275

 

Call Jake for more info!!

 
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CORNER LOT IN A QUIET HARWOOD NEIGHBORHOOD!!!

 

  • 3 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms
  • Open layout kitchen/living room
  • Separate entrance that could allow for a suite
  • Girouard park 1 minute walk away

 

 

  • 1719 41st Ave., Vernon B.C.
  • $459,000
  • MLS#: 10240261

 

Call Jake for more info!!!

 
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Here’s the latest update from Jake!:

 

Hey everybody!

 

Lake swimming season is over 😭…. It’s always a hard transition for me. 

I’m sorta depressed for about a week after my last outdoor swim. 

 

Thank goodness the Vernon Aquatic Center has the Vernon Masters Swim Club to keep me in shape throughout the Winter.  Reach out to me if you're interested in swimming, would love to have you join us!

 

The bright side is that we are now into some really good mountain biking weather!

We are incredibly fortunate to have a ton of trails in Vernon BC. 

 

Nothing beats a clear crisp days on trails that are no longer dusty!🚴‍♂️

 

Very exciting that Silver Star is now getting snow — ski season is just around the corner folks!

 

And of course, Real Estate, my other passion. 

I especially love helping people get in and out of property successfully.

 

It continues to be a strong market for Sellers.

The average house price has increased slightly again.

 

Judging from my experience and the stats, it does feel like there is less competition/multiple bids going in, which indicates opportunities are out there for Buyers.

 

I’m encouraging my Buyer clients to make their offers, regardless of who is competing for the property, don’t be scared.

 

Make the offer that you are comfortable making — you just might get the house you like. 

 

-Jake

📈For all the stats lovers out there📊:

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OMREB: September 2021 Summary Statistics

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September 2021 Summary Statistics!

OMREB: September 2021 Monthly Buyers Survey

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September 2021 Monthly Buyers Survey!!

Homebuyer Quarterly Pie Charts YTD (Jan-Sept. 2021)

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Quarterly Pie Charts YTD
 

Low Interest Rates Tempting for Investors in Commercial Real Estate:

 

With superlow interest rates, prices rising constantly and a pandemic that has upended the way we work and shop, investing in commercial real estate right now can seem unusually tricky.

 

But it also can offer unusually good opportunities for those who navigate the low-interest environment and uncertain economy, people in the sector say.

 
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The Affordable Housing Paradox:

 

I’ve been intimately involved in the affordable housing crisis for many years.

 

Recently, I identified 14 causal factors that have led me to conclude that the purchase and rental of affordable housing will never happen until “affordability” is properly defined and the word “sustainable” is added to the front of that phrase.

 
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How Well Do You Know These Real Estate Terms?:

 

We all like to think we’re real estate experts!

 

Most of us keep up to date with trends and news about the housing market, but how much do we really know about the home buying process?

 

While it’s always important to use a REALTOR® when buying or selling a property, knowing about the different terms along the way can help you feel more comfortable during the buying or selling process.

 

Think you know a lot about real estate terms?

 

Take this quiz to see if that’s true! 

 
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Beautiful Castles From Around the World:

 

There’s something about a castle that taps into the imagination of times past.

 

It’s easy to look at the crumbling ruins of an ancient fortress while picturing battles that took place in that very spot.

 

Images of princesses and dashing knights, grand balls, enormous feasts, and glass slippers may indeed be the stuff of fairy tales, yet the beauty and elegance of some castles continue to evoke such fantasy.

 

Living Room has taken you around the world without leaving your couch before.

 

Now let’s look at a few of the remarkable citadels noted for their pleasing aesthetics and magical appearance.

 
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A byte-sized guide to TikTok and the new social media:

 

TikTok has been in the media spotlight for quite some time. Even in light of its speedy climb to success, it’s not easy to figure out why the app succeeded where so many social media challengers failed.

 

Creative, fast-paced, and always delivering content to users, TikTok has given creators and influencers a substantial profile, and arguably the biggest shortcut to a huge audience – all of which are possible explanations. 

 
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Mexico, U.S. and Costa Rica top Canadians’ favourite second-home countries:

 

A new report from Point2Homes says that Mexico and the U.S. are the most popular destinations for Canadians to buy a second home in the Americas, confirming similar studies conducted in past years.

 

Costa Rica has been the third-most sought-after location since 2018, the company says.

 
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Featured Business!! 

 

Altech Auto Inc.

Phil Von Unruh

Complete Car Maintenance in Vernon

This month we would like to highlight Phil Von Unruh!

 

His dream of owning his own garage came true in 1992 when Altech Auto (Vernon) Inc. first opened its doors.

 

For over 20 years now, Phil has provided friendly and reliable service, whether you require a simple tune-up or more specialized repair.

 

Phil will always explain the work that needs to be done and why it will benefit your vehicle.

 

We personally use Phil as our go-to mechanic and are so impressed with his honesty and reliability! 

 

Highly recommend bringing your vehicle to Altech Auto Inc. for all your car maintenance needs.

For more information:

 

Altech Auto Inc.

Phil Von Unruh

 

Phone #: 250-558-5858

 

Website: https://www.altechauto.net/

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