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Mark Walker
Mark Walker is a real estate agent and the broker/owner of Kelowna’s Walker Real Estate. His organization runs KelownaProperties.com - Kelowna’s most comprehensive real estate search tool. Mark Walker’s column appears here every two weeks.
WALKER: 5 things I wish everyone knew about the real estate industry
OPINION As you’ll know, the real estate industry has been in the news a lot…
WALKER: Timing is everything and the B.C. government has got it wrong
OPINION Regular readers of this column will know that I’m not a fan of our…
WALKER: Kelowna real estate market remains robust, healthy
OPINION As a Kelowna real estate agent, one question I consistently get asked by friends,…
WALKER: We’re ready to ‘spring ahead’, but what’s happening in Kelowna real estate?
OPINION Are you ready to ‘spring ahead’ this weekend? I sure am! There’s beauty to…
WALKER: We can’t tax our way to more affordable housing
OPINION Earlier this week our provincial NDP government put out their first budget since coming…
WALKER: Rent control is a bad idea
OPINION With housing costs on the rise, you’ll hear some commentators suggest the government impose…
WALKER: Kelowna is experiencing a building boom
OPINION As you drive around Kelowna, or keep an eye on the local news, there’s…
WALKER: Now is a great time to buy Kelowna real estate
OPINION Did you know that January can be a good time to purchase Kelowna real…
WALKER: 2018 could be the year of the condo in Kelowna
OPINION Happy holidays and thanks for reading my column this past year – I wish…
WALKER: Kelowna is Western Canada’s best destination for real estate investors
OPINION Earlier this fall, Western Investor highlighted Kelowna as 2018’s best Western Canadian real estate…
WALKER: It has never been tougher for Kelowna renters
OPINION If you, or someone you’re close with, rents a home in Kelowna, you likely…
WALKER: B.C.’s economy relies on real estate
OPINION I’ve been saying that the B.C. economy is too reliant on real estate for…
WALKER: Six duties your realtor must deliver
OPINION I love real estate. I was a real estate investor long before I became…
WALKER: Kelowna’s economy is booming
OPINION Kelowna is undoubtedly a beautiful place to live. With our incredible climate, stunning scenery…
WALKER: Balance returning to Kelowna real estate market
OPINION The latest stats from the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board show that balance has…
WALKER: It’s a great time to buy real estate in Kelowna
OPINION If you’re looking to get into the Kelowna real estate market and have been…
WALKER: Interest rate hike will raise property values
OPINION After no interest rate hike for seven years prior to July 2017, the Bank…
WALKER: Rent in Kelowna is on the rise
OPINION Earlier this week, the Government of British Columbia announced that the maximum allowable monthly…
WALKER: Six kitchen layout tips you should know if you are renovating
OPINION If you’re planning a kitchen renovation in your new Kelowna home or you’re sprucing…
WALKER: Five expert home-buying budget tips
OPINION Whether you’re buying your first home in Kelowna or looking to downsize, buying a…
WALKER: Stats show Kelowna may be heading for a more balanced real estate market
OPINION While it’s still too early to call the race, early signs indicate that Kelowna’s…
WALKER: 5 space saving tips for condo living
OPINION There are many great reasons to live in a condo, but one of the…
WALKER: How to get the kids out and help them get on the Kelowna property ladder
OPINION Alright, so first things first before we dive into this topic, I love my…
WALKER: Kelowna is still open for business
OPINION The recent (and continued) flooding in Kelowna has been a significant challenge for residents…