Live Chat-New and improved Real Estate Technology

In a world of smartphones and getting information on the go, it is important to keep up with real estate technology trends.

Live Chat just as it sounds.  This real estate technology allows consumers to chat in real time with a member of our team.  You can ask anything from questions about a specific property to how much your home is worth. Day or night, there is an agent, a real agent, on the other end answering your questions.

Kelowna real estate technology trendsAs real estate technology evolves, more platforms are moving to taking out the personal touch of selling real estate in Kelowna, or any other market.  The team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates recognize the need to for this technology and wanted to combine it with a personal touch which can be done with Live Chat.  

“Live Chat is not a robot.  Live chat is cutting edge real estate technology that allows each team member to be logged onto our website so we can answer questions from consumers in real time as they come in”. Says Tracey Vrecko, real estate marketing specialist and Realtor.

Live chat is a benefit to both buyers and sellers:

For Buyers:

Live chat real estate technology allows buyers to ask questions at anytime of day or night.   Without obligation of giving out any information about themselves or having to register.  They can ask about a property, area or market and get on the spot information from one of our experienced real estate agents.

For Sellers:

If you are listed with us at Quincy Vrecko and Associates you have the advantage of Live Chat real estate technology.   We can track when buyers are looking at your property and invite them to chat when they are on your listing.  This real estate technology gives us valuable insight on where activity is coming from and how buyers are accessing that information.

Laptop photo-kelowna real estate technology trendsLive Chat is a win-win for both buyers and sellers when the other end of the line is an actual person.  Many real estate teams use an automated system that doesn’t connect with an actual person which can cause frustration when trying to get a simple question answered.  This real estate technology will put you in touch with us so you can get your questions answered by a licenced real estate agent.

Live Chat is not only great for the real estate consumer.  Live Chat real estate technology allows us to view how our consumers are accessing our website, how long they have been browsing and even which city they are from.  It tracks if the visitor is new or returning for another look. This helps us target our marketing and track where buyers are coming from.

When you list with the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates, you get the advantage of this top of the line real estate technology.  This allows consumers to connect with your listing agents to get real time information about your property.  Call one of our team member for more information on all of our listing services and all other cutting edge real estate technology trends.

 

Well known local real estate agent, Charlene Volk, joins Quincy Vrecko and Associates with RE/MAX Kelowna

The award winning team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates is pleased to announce their newest member Charlene Volk.  

Charlene was born and raised in Kelowna and has been in the local real estate industry for over 22 years.  Her experience started from the roots, in real estate administration and conveyancing where she progressed into a licenced real estate agent.  Charlene is an experienced local real estate agent dedicated to ensuring a smooth real estate transaction and a superior level of customer service.  

Charlene lives in Kelowna with her husband and 3 daughters.  When she is not in the office selling real estate, she is out enjoying the beautiful valley she grew up in.  She loves to go quadding and boating and to relax she curls up with a good book with her cat Milo.

Charlene’s clients love her for her honesty and appreciate her hard work ethic.  Well respected in the community, she is known for her integrity selling local real estate.  A natural fit to the Quincy Vrecko and Associates team, we welcome her aboard!

Quincy Vrecko and Associates is one of the top local real estate teams with RE/MAX Kelowna selling an average of 90 million dollars in Kelowna real estate a year .  The team offers a diverse skill set and specialises in all areas of real estate including Luxury home and waterfront properties, family homes, investment and recreational properties, condo and townhouses and developments.  

Read Charlene full Bio.

Announcement:

The Sensitive Santa program will be running again this year at Orchard Park Mall.

Quincy and I are honored to bring back the Sensitive Santa visits.   With the help of Orchard Park Mall and Autism Okanagan, these precious Santa visits are treasured memories.  Sensitive Santa is a private one on one visit for children who have sensory sensitivities.  The hustle and bustle of the mall at Christmas time would normally overwhelm children on the specturm.  These visits make it possible for childen with Autism to enjoy this time honored event. 

Our 8 year old son Paxton has Autism.  It is difficult for him to enjoy a visit with Santa when there are crowds of people, bright lights and loud music.  Five years ago after a stressful attempt to visit Santa at the mall, we came up with idea of Sensitive Santa.Sensitive Santa-Quincy Vrecko real estate

The elements that would make a Santa visit a disaster for us, we now control with the help of Orchard Park Mall.  

Sensitive Santa visits are a success because we:

  • After hours-in order to ensure no large crowds
  • Each visit by appointment only- so every family doesn’t have to wait in line and has 5 minutes of privacy
  • Turn off the music and dim the lights- to ensure sensory sensitive environment

We controll the environment, therefore it has created priceless moments with families.   Before the Sensitive Santa program, these families have not been able to step foot in the mall.  Let alone to visit Santa at Christmas time.  

Autism Spectrum Disorder (known as ASD) is range of conditions. They are characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication.  In Canada, 1 in 68 children are currently diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.  This makes Autism the fastest growing and most commonly diagnosed neurological disorder in Canada.

Quincy and I hope to be able to bring more programs like Sensitive Santa to the Okanagan.  When I am not selling real estate, I am working with Autism Okanagan.  I am proud to be the acting president for the board of directors.  I am growing awareness in the community and increase activities for families living with a loved one on the Autism spectrum.

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Dates for this year are December 2nd, December 9th and December 16th.

To register for Sensitive Santa visit http://sensitivesantaokanagan.ca/register/

Tracey Vrecko

 

 

Considering buying a Waterfront property in Kelowna?

Start by calling talking to expert in Waterfront properties and Luxury homes in the Okanagan.  

The most important step in starting your search is to hire a luxury real estate agent.  This agent will have experience with this complex transaction.  Quincy Vrecko with RE/MAX Kelowna has been selling waterfront property in Kelowna for years.  He understands how complex this type of transaction can be.

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“There are so many important details when buying waterfront property in Kelowna”, says Quincy.  “I have extensive experience with buying and selling on the water. The rules and reulations are constantly changing with regards to waterfront properties and you need to know what questions to ask”

 

Some of these important factors could drastically change the use of the property or even the value.  Before diving into this large investment, the following factors should be considered and carefully examined.  As a waterfront specialist, Quincy can help protect your investment and bring some clarity when buying a waterfront property in Kelowna.

Things to consider

Waterfront:  When you are buying a waterfront property in Kelowna, you are buying the land  but you do not own the waterfront. There are very few properties in the Okanagan where the homeowner owns the foreshore right.  This means, you do not own the beach out in front of your home.


Docks:  If that waterfront home has a dock, the dock must have a specific permission or general permission. You must ensure it is compliant with the rules and regulations set out by the ministry. Different areas of Lake Okanagan have different requirements for dock construction.  This is based on the salmon spawning, depth of the water, protection of the foreshore and indigenous plants to name a few.  You will want to make sure your dock is a legal dock before your purchase.  

 

Building:  When buying a waterfront property in Kelowna and tearing down the current home, there are new setbacks that are now in place for new home construction on the waterfront.  Years ago, structures were allowed to be closer to the water but new guidelines are in place once that old cabin or beach house is taken down.

 

When looking into buying a waterfront property in Kelowna, it is important to hire a real estate agent who is experienced in selling waterfront properties.  Someone who is knowledgeable in the details of a waterfront sale.  

 

Quincy Vrecko of RE/MAX Kelowna is one of the top luxury real estate agents for waterfront sales in the Okanagan.  His extensive knowledge gives his clients the advantage when buying a waterfront property in Kelowna. Call Quincy before starting your waterfront search.