Steve Throndson - The Real Kootenay Group - Real Broker

Steve Throndson - The Real Kootenay Group - Real Broker Helping buyers and sellers make smart moves with trusted advice, strategic marketing, skilled negotiation, and local East Kootenay expertise.

08/21/2026

A good REALTOR® isn’t just someone who helps you buy or sell a house.
Sometimes we’re also your negotiator, sounding board, therapist-without-the-degree, and the person getting a text that starts with:
“Okay… this has nothing to do with the house, but…” 😂
And honestly, that’s part of it.
Real estate gets personal.
We hear about the divorce.
The new job.
The family drama.
The financial stress.
The neighbour from hell.
The dream you’ve had for 10 years.
The reason you really need to move.
And occasionally a story that makes us think:
“Wow… I was not expecting that today.”
The best REALTORS® aren’t the fastest talkers in the room.
They’re good communicators.
They explain things clearly.
They listen.
They ask the right questions.
They make sure you actually understand what’s happening.
And most importantly, they create enough trust that you feel comfortable being honest.
Because sometimes the information that seems “too personal” is actually the information we need to protect you, negotiate properly, or help you make the right decision.
If you don’t feel comfortable talking openly with your REALTOR® about what’s really going on…
you might not have the right REALTOR®.
A great real estate relationship starts with trust.
And sometimes ends with us knowing way too much about your life. 😂🏠

✨ JUST LISTED IN CRANBROOK ✨📍 403-606 18th Ave N, Cranbrook, BC💰 $228,000🏡 MLS® 10398132Welcome to Brookside Manor, wher...
08/20/2026

✨ JUST LISTED IN CRANBROOK ✨

📍 403-606 18th Ave N, Cranbrook, BC
💰 $228,000
🏡 MLS® 10398132

Welcome to Brookside Manor, where top-floor living, modern updates, and a fantastic central location come together.

This beautifully renovated 1-bedroom apartment is bright, stylish, and move-in ready. The updated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, flowing seamlessly into the open-concept dining and living area.

Step outside onto your private covered balcony and enjoy peaceful views of the creek below and the mountains beyond. 🌲⛰️

Inside, you’ll also find:

✨ Spacious bedroom
✨ Fully updated bathroom
✨ Open-concept living
✨ In-building private laundry
✨ Assigned parking
✨ Updated building common areas
✨ New patio doors and refreshed exterior

And the location is hard to beat.

You’re just steps from shopping, restaurants, schools, public transit, bike paths, playgrounds, the community garden, forest trails, the hospital, and the College of the Rockies.

Whether you’re a first-time buyer, downsizer, student, or looking for an affordable Cranbrook property, this one is worth a look.

📩 Message us for more details or to book your private showing.

Steve Throndson and Tyler Bruce-Struik| Real Estate Advisors | Real Broker | The Real Kootenay Group
📞 250-919-3366
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.RealKootenay.com

Property is for sale with a licensed real estate agent in the province of BC- REAL BOKER BC LTD. 1100 1631 Dickson Ave, Kelowna BC.

✨ JUST LISTED IN CRANBROOK ✨📍 701 17th Ave S, Cranbrook, BC💰 $729,900🏡 MLS® 10398105This beautifully renovated home offe...
08/20/2026

✨ JUST LISTED IN CRANBROOK ✨
📍 701 17th Ave S, Cranbrook, BC
💰 $729,900
🏡 MLS® 10398105
This beautifully renovated home offers over 2,800 sq.ft. of space, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a long list of features that make it anything but ordinary.
Inside, you’ll find stylish updates throughout, a spa-inspired ensuite, a fully finished lower level, workout room, sauna, and a convenient exterior basement entry.
Outside is where this property really shines.
🌳 Fruit trees
🥕 Garden space
🏊 Pool
☀️ Covered patio area and AC
🚗 Huge oversized double carport
🚐 Room for RV parking
📍 Desirable corner lot
The backyard feels like your own private oasis — perfect for summer entertaining, gardening, relaxing by the pool, or simply enjoying the space.
With plenty of room inside and out, this home offers a rare combination of comfort, function, and lifestyle.
Now available in Cranbrook.
📩 Message us for more information or to book your private showing
Steve Throndson and Tyler Bruce-Struik| Real Estate Advisors | Real Broker | The Real Kootenay Group
📞 250-919-3366
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.RealKootenay.com
Property is for sale with a licensed real estate agent in the province of BC- REAL BOKER BC LTD. 1100 1631 Dickson Ave, Kelowna BC.

✨ COMING SOON TO CRANBROOK ✨This one is going to be special. 👀A beautifully upgraded 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is about...
08/20/2026

✨ COMING SOON TO CRANBROOK ✨

This one is going to be special. 👀

A beautifully upgraded 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is about to hit the Cranbrook market — and the backyard might just steal the show.

Inside, you’ll find a fully finished basement, a sauna with shower, a huge laundry room, and stylish updates throughout that make the home feel warm, polished, and move-in ready.

Outside?

🌳 Fruit trees
🥕 Garden space
☀️ Covered patio area
🏊 Pool
🚗 Double carport
📍 Corner lot

It’s the kind of backyard that feels less like a yard and more like your own private little summer retreat.

Whether you’re entertaining, gardening, relaxing by the pool, or just enjoying the privacy, this property has a lot to love.

Going live soon.

📩 Message us for details before it officially hits the market.

The real estate market isn’t “coming back.”It’s already moving. 👀The interesting part?A lot of people are still standing...
08/20/2026

The real estate market isn’t “coming back.”
It’s already moving. 👀
The interesting part?
A lot of people are still standing on the sidelines waiting for some giant flashing sign that says:
“NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME.”
That sign probably isn’t coming.
Canadian home sales have now increased for four consecutive months, while buyers in many markets are still benefiting from more selection and negotiating room than we saw during the craziness of previous years.
That creates an interesting window.
🏠 Buyers: More choice can mean more time to think, negotiate, inspect and make a smart decision.
💰 Sellers: Buyers are out there — but they’re paying attention to price, presentation and value. Simply putting a sign on the lawn isn’t a strategy.
The market doesn’t have to be red-hot to create opportunity.
Sometimes the best opportunities happen when everyone else is still asking:
“Do you think we should wait?”
The better question might be:
“What opportunities exist right now?”
That answer is different for every property, every buyer and every seller.
And that’s where good advice matters.

🚨 COMING SOON IN CRANBROOK — ONLY $228,000 🚨Affordable, renovated, and in a great central location.This 1 bedroom apartm...
08/19/2026

🚨 COMING SOON IN CRANBROOK — ONLY $228,000 🚨

Affordable, renovated, and in a great central location.

This 1 bedroom apartment is about to hit the market and could be a fantastic option for a first-time buyer, downsizer, investor, or anyone looking for a low-maintenance place to call home.

✨ Renovated interior
🛋️ Furniture optional
🌿 Backing onto the creek
🚗 1 dedicated parking stall
🅿️ Visitor parking available
🚌 Close to public transit
🛍️ Near shopping and everyday amenities
📍 Central Cranbrook location

At $228,000, this is the kind of property that could get a lot of attention.

If you’ve been looking for an affordable way to get into the Cranbrook market, this one is worth watching.

📩 Message us for details before it officially hits the market.

08/19/2026

Some of the best parts of being a REALTOR® are the text messages we get from clients. 😂

Real estate texts can go from completely normal to absolute chaos in about 30 seconds.

“We love the house.”

Two minutes later:

“Actually… we hate the kitchen.”

Then:

“Can we move the kitchen?”

Followed by:

“Also, is that crack normal?”

And of course the classics:

“Do you think they’ll take $100,000 less?”

“Can you ask if the hot tub comes with it?”

“My dad looked at the listing and has some concerns.”

“We drove by again.”

“We’re outside right now.”

And the one every REALTOR® recognizes:

“Quick question…”

There is almost never anything quick about the question. 😂

But that’s part of the job.

Buying or selling a home comes with excitement, nerves, second thoughts, random observations at 11:17 PM, and occasionally a family group chat that has completely taken over the transaction.

So yes, send the text.

Ask the weird question.

Tell us you drove by for the sixth time.

We’ve probably heard stranger.

And if we haven’t…

it’ll probably make a great post later. 😂🏠📱

An inspection report is not a wishlist. 😂The inspector’s job is to identify defects, concerns, maintenance items, and th...
08/18/2026

An inspection report is not a wishlist. 😂
The inspector’s job is to identify defects, concerns, maintenance items, and things a buyer should understand before moving forward.
That does not automatically mean the seller is expected to fix every single item on the report.
Loose door handle?
Minor caulking?
Older but functioning furnace?
A scuffed wall?
One outlet cover missing?
Those may all show up in a report, but that doesn’t mean the buyer gets to hand the seller a 37-item renovation list and say:
“Perfect. We’d like all of this done before possession.”
Inspection negotiations should focus on the things that actually matter:
Safety issues. Major defects. Unexpected problems. Expensive repairs. Items that materially affect the property or the deal.
A good inspection helps you make an informed decision.
A good REALTOR® helps you figure out which findings are worth negotiating and which ones are simply part of owning a home.
Because an inspection report is a tool for due diligence…
not a Christmas list for the buyer. 🎅🏠

08/17/2026

Ever had a REALTOR® explain an offer so fast you’re just sitting there like:

“Okay… I heard subjects, deposit, completion, possession, title, financing, rescission period… and then I blacked out.” 😂

Real estate has its own language, and sometimes we forget that not everyone discusses contracts, conditions, deposits, and deadlines all day.

A good REALTOR® shouldn’t make you feel like you need to nod intelligently and Google everything later.

They should slow down.

Explain what you’re signing.

Tell you why it matters.

Answer the question again if you didn’t understand it the first time.

And explain it in normal human language, not REALTOR® hieroglyphics.

Because buying or selling a home is a pretty big deal.

You should never feel rushed into saying:

“Yep… sounds good.”

…when what you actually mean is:

“I have absolutely no idea what you just said.” 😂

Good advice isn’t about talking the fastest.

It’s about making sure you understand exactly what’s happening — on your terms, at your pace.

That’s the job.

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