Coldwell Banker Executives Realty - Enderby

09/04/2026

🏡 A welcoming place to call home in Enderby!

Bright interiors, a spacious kitchen island, and inviting finishes make this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home one to see. With 720 sq. ft. of living space, discover the possibilities at 878A Deep Creek Road.

📍 878A Deep Creek Road, Enderby
💲 $220,000 | MLS® 10377185

Contact Tamara to arrange your viewing!

Tamara Lutsenko, REALTOR®
📞 250-550-9252
✉️ [email protected]
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09/03/2026

BANK OF CANADA HOLDS AT 2.25%

No surprise today — the Bank of Canada left its overnight rate unchanged at 2.25%. Rates are stable, which is good news for buyers and anyone with a variable-rate mortgage. Inflation is still keeping the Bank cautious, so I wouldn’t be counting on a rate cut anytime soon. Trade issues with the U.S. and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty are still the big wild cards because they can push prices up while slowing the economy at the same time. From a real estate standpoint, I think the message is pretty clear: Don’t sit on the sidelines waiting for dramatically lower interest rates to save the market. The mid-terms in the US are right around the corner, the Ban on Foreign Buyers is set to either expire or more likely be rewritten on January 2027, with lesser constraints and the trade war is likely to find a solution all by the end of the year. These are positive vectors that will help consumer confidence for those buyers who have been sitting on the fence.

And for sellers, pricing is still everything. The market is moving, but buyers know the market is tough and they are moving slowly and making offers that reflect a tough market.

The next Bank of Canada rate announcement is October 28, 2026.

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08/28/2026

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08/24/2026

BCREA (British Columbia Real Estate Association) is anticipating a slightly better year in 2027 than 2026, but the improvement is expected to be slow and gradual, with the market continuing to face challenges from persistent geopolitical volatility.

In my opinion, this is nothing to get excited about—YET.

Sales remain relatively flat in the Interior and are down in the Lower Mainland. As anticipated last year, 2026 is turning out to be somewhat better than 2025, but we’re still a long way from what I would call a strong market.

There are a few reasons for cautious optimism heading into 2027, including:

• The federal foreign buyer ban is scheduled to end January 1, 2027

• A potentially different political climate in the U.S. following the midterm elections

• The possibility of a new Canada-U.S. trade agreement

• And the hope that the conflict involving Iran will come to an end, one way or another, sooner rather than later

So, better? Probably.

Boom? Not likely.

Something to get excited about? Not yet.

As always, the market will ultimately be driven by interest rates, affordability, consumer confidence, employment and—perhaps more than anything right now—what happens geopolitically.

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08/22/2026

North Okanagan Housing Summary
Detached housing

YTD Sales of detached houses down 3 %
YTD Absorption up 13 %
YTD average detached house prices up 5%
North Okanagan seems to be showing signs of recovery. Expect a flat market with some positive metrics for the rest of 2026.

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08/21/2026

(This is a legal issue. Anyone dealing with a significant property defect should obtain advice from a qualified lawyer based on the particular circumstances.)

A "latent defect" is a defect that would NOT normally be discovered through a reasonable inspection of the property.

A patent defect is the opposite: it is a defect that is visible or should reasonably be discovered through inspection. As a general rule, buyers are responsible for investigating patent defects under the principle of caveat emptor, meaning “buyer beware.” This is an important distinction at Common Law. Buyers generally believe that there should not be defects in a house when they buy but there is always something. Buyers should be aware that most of the onus is on them and their REALTOR® to do their own inspections. However, a seller must not conceal a defect or make a false or misleading statement about the property.

The word "Material" means it is important or substantial.

In British Columbia, a Material Latent Defect (MLD) may include a hidden defect that:

* makes the property dangerous or potentially dangerous;
* makes it unfit for habitation;
* makes it unsuitable for the buyer’s known intended use;
* would involve great expense to repair;

Known material latent defects must be disclosed. A seller has disclosure obligations at common law, while a real estate licensee has a broader disclosure duty under the Real Estate Services Rules. If the licensee knows about a material latent defect, it must be disclosed to the other parties before they enter into an agreement. If the seller refuses to permit the required disclosure, the licensee must stop providing trading services in that transaction.

Proving a seller knew is an important part of a legal claim. It is extremely difficult to succeed in any legal action if you cannot prove the seller knew about the defect.

A repaired defect requires careful consideration. If the problem was fully and properly repaired, it may no longer constitute a current material latent defect and therefore does not have to be disclosed.

In British Columbia there is a form called a "Property Disclosure Form". This form covers Material Latent Defects. If you are buying pay close attention to this form and review it with your REALTOR®.

When choosing a REALTOR® it is important to make sure they are properly trained and educated on the Real Estate challenges like MLD's. Our REALTORS® are of the highest and best trained REALTORS® in the industry. I would be happy to recommend one in your area.

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08/20/2026

Canadian inflation rose from 2.8% in June to 3% in July. What could this mean for you?

The increase was primarily driven by fuel costs, although other cost-of-living factors also contributed. The Bank of Canada aims to keep inflation near its 2% target. When inflation rises, it may consider increasing interest rates to help slow spending and bring inflation back under control.

The Bank of Canada’s policy rate has remained unchanged for the past six announcements. However, this rate primarily affects variable-rate mortgages. Fixed mortgage rates are influenced more closely by government bond yields. Bond yields have recently increased slightly, which has contributed to a modest rise in fixed mortgage rates.

Mortgage rates will likely remain relatively steady for the balance of the year, although economic conditions can change.

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08/19/2026

Where do you get your real estate market information?

Bill Hubbard of Coldwell Banker Executives Realty explains why attention-grabbing headlines don’t always tell the full story—and why reliable data, local market knowledge, and long-term trends matter when making real estate decisions.

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Not every real estate headline tells the full story. Learn where to find reliable BC real estate market information, local data and expert insights.

08/16/2026

BC WILDFIRE RELIEF — OUR NEIGHBOURS STILL NEED US

As wildfires continue to affect communities across British Columbia, thousands of people remain displaced and many families are facing devastating losses. Current reports indicate that more than 20,000 people have been evacuated.

Funds raised through our GoFundMe will be donated to The Salvation Army to help provide food, clothing and essential household items to individuals and families impacted by the wildfires.

If you are able to contribute, please know that every donation—regardless of its size—can make a meaningful difference.

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Thank you for helping us support our neighbours during this incredibly difficult time.

08/15/2026

A look at average single-family residential sale prices across British Columbia for July 2026.

Real estate markets can vary significantly from one region to the next. Whether you’re planning to buy, sell, or simply want to understand your local market, trusted advice and accurate information matter.

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