Martin Homes - Re/max Kelowna

10/13/2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ CLIENT REVIEW

This one means a lot.

Pam & David have trusted me with their real estate needs for 15 years, from helping them purchase their home to now helping them successfully sell it in West Kelowna.

Selling in a changing market isn’t always easy. It takes the right pricing strategy, thoughtful preparation, strong marketing and, sometimes, a little patience. I’m incredibly grateful that they trusted my advice throughout the process and that we were able to achieve the result we set out for.

But what means even more is being trusted beyond a single transaction. Over the years, Pam & David have referred friends and family to me, including their son and his first home purchase. That kind of confidence is something I never take for granted.

Thank you, Pam & David, for the wonderful review, your friendship, and for trusting me once again with such an important move. Calgary is gaining two pretty great people — and yes, I’ll definitely look you up when I’m there! 😊

It’s never just about selling a house. It’s about looking after people.

10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving from Martin Homes.

Today is for full tables, familiar stories, second helpings, and everyone somehow ending up in the kitchen.

Wishing you a day filled with good food, good company, and a home that feels extra full in the best way.

Happy Thanksgiving.

10/09/2026

The Thanksgiving table market is heating up.

Wishing everyone a great long weekend with good food, full tables, and hopefully enough seating.

10/09/2026

Before you fall in love with a place, it helps to understand which first-time buyer savings may actually apply to you.

First-time buyers in Canada have a lot to sort through, and some of the most useful help can show up in the closing-cost details. Ontario buyers, for example, may be able to reduce land transfer tax costs through provincial rebates, while Toronto buyers may have another municipal rebate to consider....

10/09/2026

Thanksgiving w**e list, but make it local:

🥂 Start with Summerhill sparkling
🦃 Pair the turkey with Tantalus Riesling
🍷 Open Quails’ Gate Pinot Noir when the stories start

The best hosting homes are not just about the dining room.

They are about where people gather, linger, refill their glass, and tell the same story one more time.

10/08/2026

Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in one of West Kelowna’s peaceful neighbourhoods, this brand-new rancher offers modern design, energy-efficient construction, and easy single-level living.

Inside, you’ll find a bright open-concept layout with an island kitchen, quartz countertops, triple-pane windows, a heat pump, and quality finishes throughout.

Outside, enjoy a private covered patio, a gas BBQ hookup, a double garage, and a low-maintenance yard.

📍 3005 Scenic Ridge Drive, West Kelowna
💰 $974,900
📏 1,978 SQFT
🛏 3 Bedrooms
🛁 2 Bathrooms
🚘 Double Garage

Just minutes from trails, parks, schools, and West Kelowna amenities.

Reach out to book your private showing or learn more.

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DEREK MARTIN
Personal Real Estate Corporation
📍 RE/MAX Kelowna
📞 (250) 878-1555 | ✉️ [email protected]

10/07/2026

Activity was slower year over year, with sales down across all three major property types.

Here’s what stood out:
🏡 Single-family: 149 sales, average price $1,089,668
🏢 Condos: 83 sales, average price $492,287
🏘️ Townhomes: 46 sales, average price $677,509
⏱ Days on market ranged from 67 to 85 days
📊 List-to-sale ratios stayed between 96% and 97%

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Buyers have room to compare, negotiate, and make informed decisions.

Sellers can still attract attention, but the market is not rewarding guesswork.

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DEREK MARTIN | Personal Real Estate Corporation
📞 (250) 878-1555
🌐 martinhomes.ca/
✉️ [email protected]

📍 RE/MAX Kelowna

10/07/2026

From furniture pieces to plants to paint colors, here are a few staples of the eternally chic.

10/07/2026

Mortgage renewal coming up? Don’t wait for the letter in the mail to start the conversation.

Fixed mortgage rates are influenced by Government of Canada bond yields, and several Canadian lenders have recently adjusted fixed rates as bond yields moved higher. Mortgage Rates Canada

If your renewal is due before year-end or early next year, it is worth checking in with your bank or broker now.
The goal is not to predict the market perfectly.

It is to know your options before you are forced into a decision.

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DEREK MARTIN | Personal Real Estate Corporation
📞 (250) 878-1555
🌐 martinhomes.ca/
✉️ [email protected]

📍 RE/MAX Kelowna

10/06/2026

Proud to be part of a brokerage that gives back to the places we call home.

RE/MAX Kelowna is donating $25,000 to support local food banks across Kelowna, West Kelowna, Summerland, Peachland, and Lake Country, helping individuals and families throughout the Central Okanagan.

A big thank you to everyone who helps make initiatives like this possible.

Giving back matters, especially right here at home.