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- Dangerous person of interest to RCMP listed as living in Summerland in missing couple case MUST NOT be approached…
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Monthly Archives: May 2009
Charming B.C. communities appeal to retirees
Idyllic Okanagan includes Peachland and Summerland Gerald Vander Pyl for the Calgary Herald Saturday, July 21, 2007 Mention the Okanagan Valley to many people and they immediately have a vision of shimmering lakes, sandy beaches and hillsides covered with orchards and … Continue reading
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Small Town Feeling
Gerald Vander Pyl For Calgary Herald 2006 Peachland and Summerland, B.C. Both epitomize the beauty and allure of the Okanagan Valley and over the years have become highly sought-after locations to own real estate. Yet each have managed to retain … Continue reading
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Business after Business tonight at SDCU, should be a lot of fun
and hoping for a good business turnout to help support biz in our town! Seems like there are a lot of positive business type things happening finally in Summerland. People seem to be stepping up and working together like never … Continue reading
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I own the only real estate company in the world that…
I bet that you cannot figure out the ONE THING in the whole world that my RE/MAX has that is absolutely completely unique from ANY OTHER real estate office in the WHOLE world…I am serious, there is one thing (not … Continue reading
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Well, we decided this morning that we will be doing our best
effort to get the RE/MAX Balloon here in Summerland for a special event this summer! Not an easy thing to accomplish, but we are going to try our best…let me know of any helpful ideas please…like if any business wants … Continue reading
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Exciting day lined up, get to tour the 100 Lakeshore in Pen
and then a RE/MAX focus group of broker owners in Kelowna to discuss marketing opportunities with the #1 trademark in the world!! The RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon! I always feel bad that I am to scared to go for a … Continue reading
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Giants Head Run…coming up quick
I just paid the entry fee for my second time running the 5k course…last year was a lot of fun and came in not bad…this year I need to at least run a bit in preparation! Well, now I paid, … Continue reading
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Action Festival Weekend in Summerland
Action Fest weekend in Summerland is coming fast! June 5, 6, 7 CATCH THE FEVER, everything from small town parade to fishing derby and beer gardens (I presume!) and dance, (again, I presume!), mutt strutt!, fireworks, live bands and entertainment … Continue reading
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Improved market conditions
MARKET UPDATE MAY 25 2009 The market has improved a fair bit since the weather has come around…there have been 33 sold properties in Summerland on MLS the last 30 days…this contrasts with a low of 7 per 30 day … Continue reading
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10109 Lenzi Street – Summerland
Excellent opportunity to own this piece of land next to industrial park with sewer at the “door”. The house is updated and clean, and there is a hobby workshop for car enthusiasts that has a suite attached also. – $975,000 … Continue reading
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Read this article about buying a business…pretty good ideas!
“even bad economies harbor good opportunities… Of course, not every down-on-its-luck company is a bargain. Many troubled businesses have suffered heavy wounds in this recession and may not be a good buy at any price. Smart buyers are being very … Continue reading
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Help from Gov’t incentives in Canada
With thanks to John Hudson, who sent me the following: Buyers and Home Owners are jumping into the market and taking advantage of our great mortgage rates and government incentives. I wanted to remind you of the government options available. … Continue reading
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Affordable real estate in Summerland
OWN YOUR PASSION Summerland condos at very spectacular pricing, excellent for first time home buyer. from $259,900 to $298,900 plus gst for 2 bed 2 bath downtown Summerland. Nine foot ceilings, infloor radiant heat, 5 appliances, window covers, granite countertops…all … Continue reading
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GST homebuyer rebate website info
.. please click the link to find the information regarding the GST rebate. http://www.cra-arc.gc.ca/E/pub/gp/rc4028/rc4028-09e.pdf
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Summerland Blossom Run
Looks like a good weather day for the show and shine in Summerland…will there be camping??? Will the RE/MAX cold air balloon inflate on the sidewalks beside Victoria Place??? Will I get a run in today with all this busyness? … Continue reading
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Corrie TenBoom on how to forgive…
And so I discovered that it is not on our own forgiveness any more than it is on our own goodness that the world’s healing hinges, but on His. When He tells us to love our enemies, He gives, along … Continue reading
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on facebook, I have a page for RE/MAX Orchard Country,
for Armar Developments, and for Hunter’s Hill Holdings. Please have a look and become a fan so I know you visited! Oh, and btw, enjoy the pictures.
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anyone getting any input on the second annual
ride the giant event supposedly planned for August 2009 in Summerland? Would appreciate updates…
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Starting to get ready for the Action Fest
Giants Head Run…need to register but a little bit afraid to go for the 10km…only ran it once, with Scott a few years back…but I really want to do it…just need a little gumption, I guess.
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Old Realtor Friend in Edmonton sends this update:
The heading in the business section of the Edmonton Journal says it all – “HOUSING MARKET PERKS UP”. Despite economic uncertainty and the increasing number of people who are losing their jobs, our Edmonton resale marketplace picked up in April … Continue reading
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