Vernon’s civic election will help determine how the city grows, how quickly new homes are approved, and how much development costs. For current homeowners and people considering buying or selling, these decisions can affect housing supply, property...
The Outback 2026 MARKET Update | It Felt Like Nothing Was Selling... But Were We Wrong?It felt like nothing was selling in the Outback this year, but the numbers tell a different story. While buyer inquiries and showings seemed quieter than in previous years, a closer look at the sales revealed that activity had started to pick up. For buyers... What Does It REALLY Cost to Live on the Lake in Vernon? Every 2026 Lakefront SaleLakefront homes in Vernon can be listed for $4 million, $5 million or even $15 million, but asking prices only tell part of the story. Looking at the actual sales from 2026 gives us a much clearer picture of what Buyers are currently willing to... Ottawa to Vernon, BC: Why Jessica’s Family MADE the MoveOttawa vs Vernon: What Is Life Really Like After Moving to the Okanagan? What is it really like to move from Ottawa or southern Ontario to Vernon? Statistics can tell you about the real estate market, but sometimes the best insight comes... Real Estate Market Update for August 2026Updated Stats for Residential Homes in the Okanagan Shuswap - August 2026Sell/Inventory Ratio (this is the "absorption" of homes, i.e. how much of what is currently on the market sold last month.): North: 15.38% Central: 11.65% Shuswap: &n... Langley vs Vernon BC: Why This Family Made the MoveLangley vs Vernon: What Is Life Really Like After Moving to the Okanagan? If you live in the Lower Mainland and have ever wondered what life might look like outside the region, the move from Langley to Vernon offers an interesting comparison. While... Waiting for LOWER Rates or Home Prices? Watch This FirstFor the past few years, many Buyers have had two common reasons for waiting to purchase a home: interest rates felt too high and home prices might fall further. At the time, both concerns were understandable. Higher borrowing costs changed what many Buyers... Where Does Your MONEY Go Further? Real Homes in Calgary vs Vernon ($350K, $800K & $2 Million)When it comes to buying a home, does your money go further in Calgary or Vernon? The short answer is generally yes, but the bigger question is what you want your money to provide. Real estate is about much more than square footage, and comparing the two... Real Estate Market Update for July 2026Updated Stats for Residential Homes in the Okanagan Shuswap - July 2026Sell/Inventory Ratio (this is the "absorption" of homes, i.e. how much of what is currently on the market sold last month.): North: 22.58% Central: 16.10% Shuswap: 18.52%... From Italy to Vernon: Was It WORTH the Move?Moving halfway around the world is a big decision, especially when you're leaving a country as beautiful and culturally rich as Italy. For Marcello Sormani, the decision to move to Canada was ultimately about creating new opportunities for his family and... From Pincher Creek to Vernon: Was It WORTH the Move?One of the things Lisa Salt loves about living in Vernon is hearing how quickly people who move here begin to feel at home. But what makes someone leave a place they already love and start over somewhere new? In this conversation, Lisa is joined by Laura... The Best $1,000 You'll Ever SPEND Before Buying a Home in Vernon, BCFor more than 30 years, Lisa Salt has helped thousands of people relocate to Vernon and the North Okanagan. While she has stepped away from day-to-day trading as a licensed REALTOR®, she still loves helping people learn about the community she... Why Christie Left Fort McMurray for Vernon, BC – Was It the Right Decision?After helping people relocate to the Okanagan for more than 40 years, Lisa Salt has learned that everyone has a different reason for making a move. For some, it is the climate. For others, it is family. And for many, it is simply the desire to slow down... What Low Okanagan Lake Levels Mean for Vernon Lakefront Buyers and Sellers
Okanagan Lake is one of the biggest reasons people fall in love with Vernon. The views. But in 2026, Okanagan Lake is also giving buyers and Sellers... Peace of Mind in Panic Mode: Why You Need an Evacuation Plan Before Disaster Strikes
When an emergency hits (whether it is a sudden wildfire, a fast-rising flood, or a severe storm), your brain instantly shifts into survival mode. High stress makes it nearly impossible to think clearly, make decisions, or remember critical details. It... |
