June Agenda: What to do in Kelowna

Yet again, another month has come and gone. With another month just a few days it’s time to figure out what is happening in Kelowna this June! If you are looking for great local events happening this upcoming June, youve come to the right place. Check out our top three recommendations on local events in Kelowna this June.

Summerhill Wine & Laughs Comedy Festival

friends enjoying comedy festival in Kelowna

Laugh and enjoy the comedy show

On June 1st from 7:00-8:30PM, head down to Dakodas for a belly laughing and wine sipping evening! Summerhill Winery is excited to present the Wine and Laughs Comedy Festival! This comedy and wine festival will feature 8 unique wines and 8 comedians all from your beautiful city of Kelowna! The cost is $15 at the door! If you are looking for a great Friday night activity for you and your friends, this is it!!

Bryan Adams – The Ultimate Tour

If you don’t have your tickets for the Bryan Adam concert held on June 10th, you’re in luck… there are still tickets available! On Sunday June 10th and 8:00pm, enjoy a great concert put on by Bryan Adams. This Canadian arena tour features two brand new tracks plus all his hits! This is one concert you don’t want to miss! Get your tickets now before they sell out!! Click here for ticket info!!

friends hiking on trail in Kelowna

Head up to Big White for opening day

Big White Summer Opening Day

Big White Summer opening day is approaching! On June 28th from 10:00-5:00pm, head up to Big White for a party you won’t forget! There are so many things to do up at big White now that the snow has melted. Enjoy the scenic chair lifts, hiking trails, or give Big Whites new bike park a try!! The officially summer opening party starts at 9:30am and goes till 11:30am at the bottom of the bullet chair! Enjoy free snow cones and summer swag!! There is so much going on, you’ll have to check out Big Whites website for a full list of activities!!

Well there you have it, our top three activities happening in and around Kelowna this June! If you are looking to relocate to this beautiful city, check out our handy relocation guide! Our guide gives you first hand knowledge of our beautiful city and all it has to offer! Check it out then give our knowledgeable Kelowna real estate agents a call! We will take care of the rest! Call 1-778-760-2860 today!

Open House Etiquette

Open House Etiquette for Kelowna Real Estate

With the weather finally warming up and Summer just around the corner, its no surprise that there will be a lot of open houses to visit. With that being said, if you are new to open houses or have not been to one in a long time, check out our guide below for open house etiquette for Kelowna Real Estate.

Respect people’s property

couple entering open house in Kelowna

Respect people’s property

When you start viewing open houses, it’s normal to get excited and want to view every last bit of the home. This could be your new home? If you are walking into an open house, just like you would with a showing, it’s important to respect people’s property. In the end, people could still be living in the home and it’s important to respect their personal belongings. If there are doors closed, kindly ask the realtor on duty if you can enter that room.

Wait to discuss the home till you leave

If you have comments about the home, it’s not a bad idea to wait to discuss it with your spouse/family until you leave the home. Again, this is someone’s home and what you may not like may be very special to them! Remember, you never know who could be in the home with you during the open house, and if you are planning on making an offer, it may be smart to keep your comments to yourself!

Couple entering open house in Kelowna

Be polite!

Be polite

When you are at an open house, be polite to the real estate agent. The Kelowna real estate agent is there to answer any questions you may have! If you are already working with a real estate agent, kindly let them know so they are aware! It’s never a bad idea to say hi, smile and thank them on your way out and always remove your shoes if there is a sign at the front door!

If you are interested in purchasing Kelowna real estate, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. Our team of knowledgeable real estate agents have years of experience helping Kelowna home buyers find their dream home. All you have to do is pickup the phone and give us a call, we will do the rest. Call 1-778-760-2860 today to begin your Kelowna home search.

Headboard Alternatives for your Kelowna Guest Bedroom

With summer here, it’s only natural people come to visit the beautiful city of Kelowna. If you have a spare guest bedroom that you want to spruce up before your family comes to visit our city of Kelowna, you’ve come to the right place! Here are three great ideas for a headboard alternative for your Kelowna guest bedroom.

Photo Collage Wall

guest bedroom with dark accents

Add a photo collage wall

One of the most headboard alternative ideas for your Kelowna guest bedroom is a photo collage wall! There are so many different ways to do this. Our favourite is, using a large statement piece and adding photos to surround. This adds to the wall and gives a focal point! Try a theme for the photos. Do you like to travel? Use photos of where you have travelled as the photo insert!

Floating Shelves

Another great headboard alternative for your guest bedroom is floating shelves. These great shelving units are reasonably priced and again give you the freedom to add whatever you want. Some great ideas for your floating shelves are books, photo frames and small decor pieces! Keep things small and ensure they aren’t going to fall on your guests!

guest bedroom with dark green wall

Add an accent wall

Add an Accent Wall

Last but not least… add an accent wall! This may require the most work as it will require a paint job. There are so many different ideas for an accent wall that you can do, it’ll all depend on what the style of your guest bedroom is. A few ideas are a wooden accent wall or a painted wall darker than your 3 other walls. The possibilities are endless!

If you are looking to relocate to Kelowna to enjoy the beautiful city and decorate your own guest bedroom, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. Our team of Kelowna real estate agents have years of experience buying and selling Kelowna real estate and want to help you with your next Kelowna home purchase! First check out our handy relocation guide then give us a call at 1-778-760-2860!

Must Haves for Your Okanagan Waterfront Property

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The summer is finally here! The grass is green and the weather is in the high 20’s. It’s finally time to enjoy your Okanagan waterfront property. If you are looking to spruce up the outdoor space of your Okanagan waterfront property, you’ve come to the right place. Check out our list below of what we believe are the top 3 outdoor must-haves for your Okanagan waterfront property!

Okanagan property with outdoor kitchen

1001 Westpoint Drive – listed with Quincy Vrecko and Associates

Outdoor Kitchen

First off, who likes cooking inside when it’s hot and beautiful outside? Not us! Add to your luxury Okanagan waterfront property by putting an outdoor kitchen in! Enjoy the view of Lake Okanagan and smell the fresh air all while cooking up a BBQ for you and your closest friends/family. What more could you ask for? If you are looking for a fun idea rather than a typical BBQ outdoor kitchen, install a pizza oven! Fresh and delicious pizzas right in the comfort of your Okanagan waterfront home.

Great Speaker System

Next up… a speaker system. Think of this, you are watching the calm lake from the deck of your Okanagan waterfront property, your grilling steak, and drinking a great glass of Okanagan wine… all you need is great tunes to take this afternoon’s BBQ to the next level. There are so many great speaker systems out there nowadays. From wireless speakers to Bluetooth speakers to even waterproof! Your possibilities are endless!

Okanagan waterfront property with great outdoor seating area

7210 Brent Road – listed with Quincy Vrecko and Associates

Comfortable Seating

You’ve got the outdoor kitchen and the great speaker system. What is missing? The last must-have for your Okanagan waterfront is comfortable outdoor seating! One of the most common outdoor seating arrangements is an outdoor table for eating and a large sectional and lounging chairs for relaxing. A little after-work relaxation on your waterfront property is never a bad thing!

If you are looking for an Okanagan waterfront property with a great outdoor space, contact Quincy Vrecko. Quincy is the luxury real estate for Vrecko and Associates. He has over 28 years of experience in luxury sales and has helped many luxury homeowners purchase Okanagan waterfront property. Get in contact with Quincy, our luxury real estate expert today! Call 1-250-863-8810!

3 Space Saving Ideas for your Glenmore Condo Bedroom

Condos – a great way to get into the real estate market. The one thing that you give up by purchasing a condo is space. Your bedrooms are smaller than a Kelowna home and your living room has become a small intimate space. Well today, we are going to focus on bedrooms, specifically in a Glenmore condo and how to save some precious space. Glenmore is the perfect spot for first time home buyers and feature great starter condos! If you are trying to spruce up your bedroom but don’t know where to start because your limited on space…. we’ve got you covered! Here are three space saving ideas for your Glenmore Condo bedroom.

Bed with Drawers

bed with drawers in small Glenmore condo

Invest in a bed with drawers

There are a few key things that you need in a bedroom. Dresser, bed and end tables are generally what comes to mind! Then the bedroom is built up from there. If you are struggling to find space for a dresser, fear not! There are great beds out there nowadays that have drawers underneath your mattress. Under the bed is generally unused space so use it to your advantage and purchase a bed with drawers! Problem solved!

Add Hooks On Your Closet Walls

Another spot in bedrooms that is generally not used is the wall behind your clothes in your closet. No one would ever think to use this wall as it is hidden with your clothes. What better spot to hang hooks for things such as hats, scarfs and belts?! Not only does it help save on space, it keeps things out of sight so your bedroom in your Glenmore condo doesn’t look crowded.

modern bedroom with headboard and bookshelf

Multifunctional furniture for your Glenmore condo

Multifunctional furniture

Now, we’ve established that you are low on space. So the best possible thing you could do for your Glenmore condo, is purchase multifunctional furniture. When you are low on space, you’re also limited as to how much furniture you can have in your bedroom. There are plenty of fun pieces to add…. try a bedside drawer that also has a garbage can inside, bookshelf as a headboard or even modern bunk bed with a desk underneath. There are so many unique pieces nowadays!

Well, there you have it! If you were struggling to style your Glenmore condo bedroom, start with these great tips! If you are looking for a Glenmore condo in Kelowna to put our tips to the test, contact us! We are a real estate team dedicated to helping home buyers purchase their perfect home. We work with first time home buyers and have experience selling in Glenmore and beyond! We want to work with you to purchase your first condo in Kelowna. Contact one of our Kelowna real estate agents today! Call 1-778-760-2860!

May Long Weekend Activities in Kelowna

The May long weekend is just around the corner! The first long weekend in 2018 with hot weather! Generally, May long weekend is a weekend full of camping, a dip in Lake Okanagan and BBQ’s with your friends and family. If you have yet to plan what you are doing this May long weekend, you’ve come to the right place. The team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates have put together a handy list of three activities happening in Kelowna this May long weekend you may want to check out!

Happy Hour at Sandhill Winery

group of friends enjoying happy hour at winery

Go for Happy Hour at Sandhill Winery!

What better way to kick off the May long weekend in Kelowna then having Happy Hour at Sandhill Winery? On Friday May 18th from 5:00-7:00PM, head down to Sandhill winery for a tasting of award-winning wines! Enjoy appies from Bogers Pentiction and entertainment by Jeff Piattelli! If you can’t make it this weekend, don’t worry, this event is held weekly and the food/entertainment change! For the May lineup, click here.

Jerry Seinfeld Stand Up Comedy

If you haven’t gotten your tickets yet for Jerry Seinfeld this upcoming Friday, now’s your chance! This American comedian will be performing stand up on Friday May 18th at the Prospera Centre downtown Kelowna. Tickets range in price depending on what seats you choose. If you are looking for a night full of laughter, click this link to book your tickets today!!

family paddleboarding on lake

Paddle Launch at City Park

Paddle Trail Launch Grand Opening

Save the date! On Saturday May 19th, head down to City Park in Kelowna for the Paddle Trail Launch Grand Opening! This event is BYOWC (bring your own non-motorized watercraft)! Participants are encouraged to be at City Park before 9AM with thier non-motorized watercraft. The flotilla will depart after the ribbon cutting ceremony and parade down Waterfront. This event is free to attend, but a donation to the Central Okanagan Food Bank are greatly appreciated! For more information on this great event, click here.

Well there you have it, three great activities you can participate in this May long weekend! If you are looking to relocate to Kelowna to take advantage of these great weekend activities, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. Our team of dedicated real estate agents have years of experience helping people relocate to Kelowna. Start by checking out our handy relocation guide. It will give you the inside scoop of all things Kelowna. Then get in contact with one of our real estate agents to begin your Kelowna home search. Call 1-778-760-2860 today!

Mother’s Day activities in Kelowna

Mother’s Day activities in Kelowna

Mother’s day is just a few days away! It’s time to say thank you to your motherly figure in your life. Whether that be a grandma, mother, aunt, or family friend! If you have yet to plan what you are doing for your mom this weekend, don’t worry we’ve got you covered. There are plenty of activities happening in Kelowna this Mother’s day weekend. Check out our top three happening this weekend in Kelowna.

Mother’s Day Sip & Paint

If you are looking for a special and intimate Mother’s Day with your mom, head down to Buvez Wine Bar on Lawrence Ave in Downtown Kelowna. Paint the night away while sipping bubbly with your mom. This is a great way to spend some one on one time with your mom and show her how much you appreciate all she does! Bonus? You get to take home a great painting and sip some wine all while spending time with your mom! Check out their website for all additional information.

Mother’s Day Brunch

What better way to spoil your mom this Mother’s Day than treating her to a brunch that she doesn’t need to cook or clean for!! I’d say this is the best one yet… On Mother’s Day treat your mom to brunch at Basil and Mint located on Lakeshore Road in Kelowna. A few menu features for this mouth-watering brunch are, french toast with maple syrup, eggs benedict and chipolte spiced baked eggs. Now that sounds like heaven!!

P.S. I Love You Cooking Class

Now this one is sure to tug at the heartstrings. If you have a child ages 7-13 this event is perfect for a Mother/Son or Daughter evening. Dads, you’ll have to help plan this one for your wife… On May 12th at QB Gelato, your son/daughter will be involved in a 3 hour cooking class. The menu will feature hand shaken mocktail, Indian inspired receipes and finish off with gelato making demo! How fun is that? This hands on cooking class is sure to be the unique gift your mom will remember for the years to come.

If you are looking for a full list of Mother’s Day activities happening in Kelowna this upcoming weekend, check out Tourism Kelowna’s website. From the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates, we want to wish all the mothers, grandmas, aunties or motherly figures a Happy Mother’s Day. We hope you have a great day with your loved ones in Kelowna.

Hiring a Kelowna Real Estate Lawyer

When you are looking to purchase a Kelowna home there are plenty of steps you need to take. It starts with finding a Kelowna real estate agent, then you move onto finding a home then comes the legal portion… finding a Kelowna real estate lawyer. If you are getting ready to purchase a Kelowna home, here are a few questions to ask when you are searching for a Kelowna real estate lawyer.

How long have you been practicing real estate law?

gavel on book for real estate law

How long have you been practicing real estate law?

One of the first things to ask your Kelowna real estate lawyer is “how long have you been practicing law?” You want someone who is knowledgeable with real estate transaction and can put your mind at ease. Feel free to ask your Kelowna real estate agent for some recommendations. They often have a few Kelowna real estate lawyers that they work with and trust will do a good job.

Are you familiar with my Kelowna real estate purchase?

Every purchase is different. There are different documents to review, and its important that your Kelowna real estate lawyer is aware of what to look for and spot any red flags for you. The best thing you can do is sit down with your Kelowna real estate lawyer and discuss what you have purchased and provide them with any documentation that you have been provided. They should let you know right away if this is something they are comfortable with and have handled before.

Kelowna real estate lawyer preparing paperwork

What do you charge?

What do you charge?

Every Kelowna real estate lawyer charges in a different way. They all range in price. It is best to get in contact with the firm to ask exactly what the fees are when processing your real estate transaction. Moving to a new home is expensive so it’s important to know ahead of time what the fees will be so you can budget accordingly.

If you are looking for a Kelowna real estate lawyer, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. We work with some of the top lawyers in Kelowna. We have great recommendations on who we know will do a great job! Contact us today 1-778-760-2860!