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Selling your Home in a Buyer's Market: Tips from O’Keefe 3% Realty

November 14 2023 at 9:00 am
By: Okeefe 3%

Selling your Home in a Buyer's Market - From the Desk of Rod O'Keefe

 

In the picturesque city of Vernon, BC the real estate market has seen a gradual decline in pricing, ranging from 4% to 9%, contingent upon the neighborhood, property type, and price range. However, it's essential to note that this decrease does not signify a departure of potential buyers from the market; rather, it has ushered in a unique opportunity for those in search of a new home – a buyer's market in Vernon, BC real estate.

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JOIN US AT THE MARKET AND OTHER LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENTS!

April 22 2022 at 1:34 am
By: Okeefe 3%

We are more than just your average Real-Estate Office. We are locals and family-owned! We are active in our community and want to share our experiences with you. We also want to celebrate our community opening up after such a long time and we encourage you to support local businesses along with us!

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The Importance of Honest Candid Feedback

January 28 2021 at 1:08 am
By: Okeefe 3%

Are you getting what you need from your agent? The importance of honest candid feedback. Politeness is important but when it comes to feedback honesty is crucial.In our last post we discussed the importance of feedback and how this data can significantly assist both the agent and the seller in understanding what buyers may be looking for from a home. Feedback can inform how the home compares to others on market and what if anything can be done to increase the potential for a successful sale.

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You have listed your property…Now what?

January 20 2021 at 2:00 pm
By: Okeefe 3%

 

You have listed your property…Now what?

Your home is spotless, the landscaping is immaculate, the For Sale sign is up and now it is time for you to test the market waters. Those butterflies of anticipation can quickly give way to concerned exhaustion as the showings do or don’t pile up. How many showings is too many showings? Why does my neighbor (who is also for sale) appear to have more showings than I? What should I expect in on-going communication from my agent regarding my listing? How do you know if I priced my home correctly? What does feedback mean?  We all like to compare, contrast and worry when our listing is active. What are the right answers and most importantly…how do I know if my home will sell and if I have chosen the right agent to facilitate this?

 

 

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Always Have The Attitude of Gratitude!

November 30 2020 at 10:00 am
By: Okeefe 3%

It was just over a year ago that we had a parking lot full of happy partying people with a live Ska Band rocking us out. We were celebrating and giving Thanks to our customers while fund raising for Teen Junction, a local organization under the Boys and Girls Club umbrella, which supports youth in our community. Who knew what we intended to be a yearly event would be postponed due to covid. This doesn't mean we can't continue to be grateful and have an attitude of gratitude. Will you join us in our efforts?

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TOP 8 REASONS TO LIST AND SELL YOUR VERNON & NORTH OKANAGAN HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS!

December 13 2014 at 12:18 am
By: Okeefe 3%

TOP 8 REASONS TO LIST AND SELL YOUR VERNON & NORTH OKANAGAN HOME DURING THE HOLIDAYS! 

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Preparing Your Vernon Home to Sell...for the most amount of money! (Part 1)

September 25 2014 at 1:22 am
By: Okeefe 3%

The 25 Essential Tips that Get Vernon Homes Sold Fast for Top Dollar!

With fall upon us here in Vernon and the North Okanagan many would believe the real estate market is cooling with cooler temperatures. So far, all indicators are the opposite, we anticipate the real estate market staying strong until...

 

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