Buying a house will no doubt be one of the largest financial transactions and most nerve-racking decisions people will ever make. Jay's expertise will help guide you through all the obstacles during this important decision process.
PLANNING ON BUYING IN THE SHUSWAP SOON?
Dave Colombe & Angela Pearce
As first time home Buyers, my husband and I were unsure of what to expect in our price range and what a realtor would be able to find for us. After viewing many different properties with other Realtors we felt confident that Jay had our best interests in mind and so we chose Jay as our Realtor. Being patient, honest and encouraging, Jay helped us make what we feel was the best possible decision for our first home. Our experience was great and we'd highly recommend Jay as a Realtor to anyone."
The Yates family :)
"Thank you Jay for assisting us in purchasing our first house! Jay made the process very easy, and made us feel so comfortable through out everything. We couldn't have asked for a better or more personable realtor than Jay. If anyone is in need if a GREAT realtor just give Jay a call! We appreciate all your guidance, help and time you put into making our first purchase a breeze. Thanks!"
This Is Going To Be Fun...
Remember you're not just buying a home... you're buying the "Shuswap Lifestyle!". Jay tells buyers that all the time and they laugh. "But it's true," he says "we are so lucky to live here!" He gets that, and that's why Jay loves what he does. Whether you are a first time Buyer or a veteran home purchaser Jay promises to make the process of purchasing Salmon Arm and Shuswap area real estate easier, more enjoyable, less time-consuming, and less expensive than if you undertook this challenge with someone else. He will help you locate and assess local properties for sale that match your specifications, and help you through the myriad of details attending the actual purchase.
As an experienced, full time local real estate agent working every day he is always familiar with the current listings on the market and knows the individual neighborhood values well. Jay can help you determine which properties are fairly-priced and in good condition before you start your search.
At your request, Jay can provide you with on-going emails of new listings that fit your criteria so you are always one of the first to know! If you are new to the area he'll be happy to provide you with a complimentary re-location package plus arrange to give you an escorted orientation of the area.
Your First Step...
Your first step to buying a home is to first ask yourself why you want to buy a home: To stop paying rent? To start building equity? To have a place of your own? To raise a family? Retirement? Next, list what kind of home you'd like and where you would like to be. Be specific. Separate the "must haves" from the "want to haves."
Think of yourself as zeroing in on a target, going from the general to the specific. Consider area (north, south, east, or west side); neighborhood (older and settled or sparkling new; a particular school zone; recreational facilities; and other community services.
Your Next Step: Loan Pre-Qualification...
Once you have addressed the above needs, your next step in the purchasing process is to get pre-qualified with a mortgage company. This can be done over the phone or even online in a matter of minutes. Call Jay and he will refer you to a mortgage professional with an excellent reputation and track record for successfully acquiring loan approval for his/her clients.
Jay Will Find The Right Homes For You...
Once you've been pre-qualified and know what price range you can afford to stay in, he can help you determine which properties fit your needs by using the (MLS) Multiple Listing Service system to locate them. He has the best possible resources and communication systems available today to help you locate the homes on the market that match your specifications. By clicking on these links you can even search his personal current listings as well as all of the office listings. Jay will help you complete your financing and inspections, and close on the transaction. His top priority is to make sure that your home buying experience is pleasant, cost-efficient and successful.
"Thank you Jay for assisting us in purchasing our first house! Jay made the process very easy, and made us feel so comfortable throughout everything. We couldn't have asked for a better or more personable REALTOR® than Jay. If anyone is in need if a GREAT REALTOR® just give Jay a call! We appreciate all your guidance, help and time you put into making our first purchase a breeze. Thanks!" The Yates family. :)
How our office operates
The Homelife Salmon Arm Realty office is owned and managed by local REALTORS®. The 6 co-owners, including Jay, share the concept of full service and the office has a great working atmosphere of focused professionals getting results.
Their solid reputation in the community has attracted many of the area's top selling sales agents. Homelife Salmon Arm Realty has received many national awards for outstanding listings and sales production based on similar sized offices throughout Canada.
Farm with Winery and Water business. Asking price includes: goodwill, Liquor License, Water License, and assets to produce water and wind. Property contains 2 buildings, the subject building is the residential one, built in 2002 and the other one is the warehouse, built 2018. Qualified buyers will be asked to sign a confidentiality agreement prior to releasing financial plan, business plan. Excellent potential business, could be the business to support for the application of BC. (id:2493)More details
Stunning Shuswap lakefront luxury home located on one of the very few waterfront properties available in Salmon Arm. Developed in the style of a French country manor and with a striking granite exterior this home, with its graceful ponds and dramatic landscaping is situated on a private half acre directly adjacent to the Bird Sanctuary, Wildlife refuge and foreshore trail. Built in 2006 by the current owner , the 7500 sq. ft. home is finished to the highest standards, with world class attention to detail. This 4 bdrm, five bath home features a soaring timber entryway, an old world solid wood door, gourmet kitchen with chefs appliances, library, gym, theatre, butlers pantry, ample storage, games room, gift wrapping room, art gallery space, wood burning fireplace + gas fireplaces, 2 garages with 4 stalls + storage, office, luggage room. Outside features a greenhouse, irrigation system, multiple patios + balconies. A Geo thermal system with nine 250 ft. deep wells runs the heating and cooling, strategic art lighting, built in speakers and a home automation system give the home the modern amenities expected. For the ultimate in relaxation, a lakefront hut tub with auto gazebo cover/roof awaits as you soak in the sounds of the birds and the gentle lapping of the lakeshore. The home features a recycled rubber 100 year roof with snow cleats and has been engineered with triple glazed windows, sound proofing and an anti-vibration pad to maximize privacy and comfort. (id:2493)More details
The very best in SHUSWAP WATERFRONT properties, this custom built luxury home offers 5 full ensuite bedrooms! Set on a perfect 0.6 Acre private lakeshore lot fully landscaped with extensive use of rock retaining walls. Hands down the finest in quality craftsmanship this home shows like new. Huge central great room with FP & built-in cabinetry included wood ceilings & custom mouldings that extend in an open concept into the gourmet kitchen & dining room. The dining room offers wall to wall windows on all 3 walls w/double glass sliding doors that open onto the BBQ breakfast patio & the lakeside entertaining patio that includes another FP & projection TV w/remote screen & sun shades. The custom island kitchen offers full size gas range, walk-in butlers pantry, cabinet clad SS fridge, granite tops, feature mouldings & tiled floors. The main floor master suite offers his/her walk-in closets, a stunning 5 pce ensuite with dual head steam shower, corner soaker tub & dble sinks. Main floor also offers a full office off the entry foyer, a pwd room & dream laundry room with custom cabinets & counters including an island. There are extensive patios off all the rooms to enjoy the lake setting. Upstairs you will find a central loft with lakeview deck & 4 guest bedrms all with full ensuites that 3 of include steam showers too. The bedrms are huge & each have unique guest features such as kids bunk suite, sitting areas & walk-in closets. Heating & A/C & a full 5 car detached shop. BIGRob.ca (id:2493)More details
Great opportunity to take over and expand on a well established wholesale/retail Agri business. Owners retiring after 3 generations in tree fruits. 2 Titles with a total of 31.80 acres within the city limits of Salmon Arm. Buildings include 2 very well kept homes, small employee cottage, retail building, greenhouses, public washroom facility and machinery shed. Approximately 15 acres planted to several varieties of apples with the balance of land in pasture. Located on a frontage road close to a major TCH intersection the property is an ideal site for agricultural retail with neighbours including McDonalds, Tim Hortons, PetroCan, and a neighbourhood Pub. In the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) there is an opportunity to expand into vineyard/wine production, cidery, market garden or many other agricultural ventures, bring your ideas. Property is serviced with municipal water and sewer and has good Sun exposure with fantastic views in all directions. Call Pat for further information (250) 308-0938 (id:2493)More details
An incredible 160-acre big sky estate surrounded by mountains and trees with expansive views in all directions. Run as a charming family estate winery everything is in place to continue, or expand the business. Visitors will fall in love with the beauty and possibilities of this land - with its wildflowers and hayfields, rolling grass lands and sloping aspects overlooking Shuswap Lake and Eagle Bay. Separated into four legal parcels the private residence, winery, tasting room, barn and a cozy writer's cabin hidden in the woods are located adjacent to the 6-acre vineyard. With four existing cottages on the property there are additional sources of revenue possible from short and longer-term accommodations. www.celistawine.com (id:2493)More details
Listed by SOTHEBY'S INTL.RLTY.CAN.(SNPK)
and Sotheby's Int'l Realty Canada
Large Lakeshore Estate for Sale on the Shuswap!! 2 titles/3 dwellings and over 3 acres of fenced landscaped waterfront paradise and privacy. This is a very special and rare opportunity. Private and only mins off the Trans Canada Hwy yet close to all amenities. Only 1 hour Kamloops airport and 427 Km from Vancouver. Over 100ft of Lakeshore with fire pit hand laid stone entertaining area by the water. Lakeside Gazebo, boat/storage sheds. Beach area includes a large wharf on a Foreshore Lease. More than enough room to fit all your Boats and toys. Two smaller dwellings on Lot 1 by the lake are in Excellent shape with 1 mobile home and one 1995's Modular home. These could be kept for extra accommodation or moved and a Waterfront home built. The current main home sits on Lot 3 of the estate and was custom built with 5 bedrooms /4baths, office, Library, Formal dining room and 2 living rooms! A roughed in walk out suite with Sauna and wood stove in Bsmt. 3 car detached/Grge and more. All measurements to be verified by buyer if deemed important. (id:2493)More details
RARE OFFERING! Waterfront on Mara Lake. This 3 bedroom 3 bath home built in 2004 is situated on Prime Waterfront at Swansea Point . Beautiful sandy beach and only steps to the public boat launch. Large open concept kitchen with magnificent lake views. This original owner has spared no expense with many features like top of the line appliances, vaulted ceilings, porcelain tile flooring & Brazilian Cherry flooring, 2 Master Bedrooms with ensuites, 2 piece bath in Triple Car Garage , 50 amp R.V. outlet and septic dump, licensed Dock and Buoy and over 190 yards of concrete to make this property very low maintenance. Enjoy relaxing in the sunshine on this 61'x21' concrete patio only steps from the beach where everlasting memories will be created or cool off in the shade on the 37'x12' covered deck. Plum, Peach, Pear and cherry trees with other beautiful plants etc.. Low property taxes of $5,600 for a Waterfront Property with 66' of beach frontage. For more info please contact Howard Sundby direct at 250-833-6564. (id:2493)More details
LET YOUR DREAMS START HERE.... If you are looking for your own little bit of paradise, then here is your opportunity! 350 of spectacular WATERFRONT with level access on the Magical Shuswap. This is truly a one of a kind property with phenomenal views all year round in a premier LOCATION (only a few minutes of T.C.H. & close to amenities). 2.6 usable acre property gives so many options for you and your family, now and in the future. Solid, quaint & cozy 1780 sq ft level entry cabin with gas and wood fireplaces. Open concept and covered enclosed decks allow you to enjoy the seasons year round. This can be a perfect place to call home, or to use until you build your dream home on one of many ideal building sites. Several outbuildings including a 32 x 16 work shop. Serene setting amongst the trees gives you the ultimate in privacy all with great Mountain & Lake views ( & Copper Island ). A Great place to call your own and be able to relax and get away from it all. For more information view online @ www.PaulAgassiz.com or call Paul 250-803-4571 Direct to arrange a viewing. (id:2493)More details
Listed by RE/MAX Shuswap Realty
and RE/MAX Kelowna
Incredible 2.5 acres acres of prime development property in town with a great location. This stunning Architectural home features over 6,000 finished square feet, spacious rooms with recessed ceilings, oversized windows, Asian Jatoba hardwood floors, custom kitchen with island, breakfast bar, granite counter tops, gas range. Open floor plan with formal living and dining rooms plus main floor family room and big covered deck off kitchen, 4 bedrooms (3 with ensuites) and roomy office with built in cabinetry. Stunning master suite with a wall of windows, gas f/p, deck access, full ensuite bathroom, his/hers walk in closets. Fully finished basement with large family room plus media room with wet bar. Home has in floor heat, central A/C, 3 gas f/p, main floor laundry. Huge attached triple garage plus lots of additional parking. Property is 2.5 acres with a variety of development options from medium density to single family homes. For more information please contact Jordan Grieve PREC* 250-833-7812 jordangrieve@shaw.ca or Jim Grieve PREC* 250-833-6312 jdgrieve@shaw.ca or visit www.jimgrievesalesteam.com. Toll free 1-800-890-9166. (id:2493)More details
Home of your Dreams! Custom Built in 2010, 3,487 sq ft. rancher, 4 Bdrm, 3.5 baths, including 2 ensuites plus Jack& Jill ensuite for all your guests. Brazilian Cherry Hardwood floating floors, top of the line appliances, granite countertops, island with sink, 2 dishwashers, Custom tray ceilings with lighting. Copper waterfall, travertine limestone tile in large welcoming foyer. Gorgeous landscaping with over 200 plants. Large sweeping driveway with room for over 8 vehicles. 40x32 Detached Garage with 12' and 10' oversize doors, heated, wired, insulated, central vac, 3 pce bath, two freezers,and a fridge, windows, TV, the perfect man cave! All on a 1/3 acre lot minutes walking from Mara Lake. Call Maria Besso RE/MAX Vernon (250) 308-1152 or email me at for more info or watch my You Tube video at https://youtu.be/bBdhWRCtVHM (id:2493)More details
Listing information last updated on September 21, 2018 at 11:42 AM (UTC)
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