Mother’s Day activities in Kelowna

Mother’s day is just a few days away! It’s time to say thank you to your motherly figure in your life. Whether that be a grandma, mother, aunt, or family friend! If you have yet to plan what you are doing for your mom this weekend, don’t worry we’ve got you covered. There are plenty of activities happening in Kelowna this Mother’s day weekend. Check out our top three happening this weekend in Kelowna.

Mother’s Day Sip & Paint

If you are looking for a special and intimate Mother’s Day with your mom, head down to Buvez Wine Bar on Lawrence Ave in Downtown Kelowna. Paint the night away while sipping bubbly with your mom. This is a great way to spend some one on one time with your mom and show her how much you appreciate all she does! Bonus? You get to take home a great painting and sip some wine all while spending time with your mom! Check out their website for all additional information.

Mother’s Day Brunch

What better way to spoil your mom this Mother’s Day than treating her to a brunch that she doesn’t need to cook or clean for!! I’d say this is the best one yet… On Mother’s Day treat your mom to brunch at Basil and Mint located on Lakeshore Road in Kelowna. A few menu features for this mouth-watering brunch are, french toast with maple syrup, eggs benedict and chipolte spiced baked eggs. Now that sounds like heaven!!

P.S. I Love You Cooking Class

Now this one is sure to tug at the heartstrings. If you have a child ages 7-13 this event is perfect for a Mother/Son or Daughter evening. Dads, you’ll have to help plan this one for your wife… On May 12th at QB Gelato, your son/daughter will be involved in a 3 hour cooking class. The menu will feature hand shaken mocktail, Indian inspired receipes and finish off with gelato making demo! How fun is that? This hands on cooking class is sure to be the unique gift your mom will remember for the years to come.

If you are looking for a full list of Mother’s Day activities happening in Kelowna this upcoming weekend, check out Tourism Kelowna’s website. From the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates, we want to wish all the mothers, grandmas, aunties or motherly figures a Happy Mother’s Day. We hope you have a great day with your loved ones in Kelowna.

Welcome back to our series “3 things to ask”. If you missed our last blog on “3 things to ask before hiring your Kelowna home stager” click here! Our new series features 3 great questions you should ask before hiring a certain company to perform services on your Kelowna home. Like we stated in our last blog, hiring a company for your Kelowna home can add value, depending on what job they are doing and if it is done right. This week we are featuring 3 things to ask before hiring a Kelowna landscaper. With the weather starting to heat up and the summer on it’s way, it’s time to get that front and back lawn in order and looking fresh!

1. How long will this job take?

How long will your landscaping job take?

Depending on what job you have in mind, one thing you should ask is how long it will take. Different Kelowna landscaping companies have different size teams that can perform duties. If you want the job done before placing your Kelowna home up for sale, it’s important to contact each company and see how long they estimate the project will take.

2. Are you a full service company?

Kelowna landscaping companies specialize in different parts of the job. There are companies who just do lawn maintenance, yet some Kelowna landscapers will do everything from lawn maintenance to projects of all sizes. Before hiring your Kelowna landscaper, check and see what they offer to ensure that it matches up with whatever project you have in mind! You do not want to hire them and then later on find out that you wasted time as they won’t do the full job!

Are there any hidden fees?

3. Are there any hidden fees?

When you get a quote from a Kelowna landscaper, ensure that there are no hidden fees. The last thing you want is for the job to be done and then get a larger bill that you expected. If you have an idea of what it will cost, it will help for budgeting purposes. If they can’t quote you down to the penny, an estimate is always appreciated. Figure out what it will cost from beginning to end.

There you have it! 3 things to ask before hiring a Kelowna landscaper. If you are looking for a great Kelowna landscaper for your Kelowna home, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. Our team of Kelowna real estate agents work with some of the top landscapers located in Kelowna who we can recommend will do a great job! Call us today to get in contact with a great Kelowna landscaper!! Call 1-778-760-2860!

April is just around the corner, or just on the other side of the weekend I guess you could say. With a new month coming up, that only means it’s time to get another agenda on the way! What are the top activities happening in and around Kelowna this upcoming April? Check out our new April Agenda of what to do in Kelowna! Don’t forget to check back every month to see new agendas from the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates!

Hike and Yoga in Kelowna

Hike & Yoga

If your goal this year was to get outside more and enjoy our trails in Kelowna, well this is perfect for you then. Every Sunday from 9-11AM, The Amplified Collective provides outdoor yoga classes and guided hikes throughout Kelowna and surrounding areas. This great weekly event is only $5 and you get to explore so many different hiking trails in Kelowna. Each week, the hike route changes so follow them on Facebook to find out where they are going this Sunday!

2nd Annual BC Bacon & Cider Fest

Back by popular demand is the 2nd annual BC Bacon and Cider Fest. On April 27th at 6:00PM head down to the Laurel Packing House on Ellis Street in Downtown Kelowna for a fabulous evening featuring BC’s own ciders paired with bacon-inspired dishes from the Okanagan College Culinary Arts students. Bacon and BC ciders? What more could you ask for!!

Spring Party & Food Truck Fest

Spring Party & Food Truck Fest 2018

It’s time for a Spring Party! On Friday April 6th from 3:00-8:30PM head to the Lions Community Hall for a great Spring Party & Food Truck Fest. Enjoy an evening full of entertainment, Spring shopping and food trucks! There is also a WestJet Trip Raffle, so if you have your eyes set on a vacation, now’s your chance! Admission is free but check out their website for a list of donations to bring for the Kelowna Women’s Shelter. Give back and enjoy this fun event.

Well, there you have it, your April agenda! If you are looking to relocate to Kelowna to enjoy these great events, contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. Our dedicated real estate agents have years of real estate experience helping people buy Kelowna real estate. Our team of real estate agents can help you find your next home. All you have to do is call, leave the rest to us. Call 1-778-760-2860 today!

It’s time! All the dreams and goals have come down to this moment and it is time to purchase your first Kelowna home. All of your Pinterest boards of home decor, room ideas and kitchen goals are all about to come out on the table. It’s time to get down to business. It’s easy to get off track when you are purchasing your first home. So the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates have put together a list of 3 things to consider when you are looking to purchase your first Kelowna home.

Is it the right time?

Is it the right time to buy?

The first thing to consider is, is this the right time to buy? The market can shift back and forth from a sellers market to a buyers market. The question is, what is the real estate market doing when you are ready to purchase real estate? That’s a great question for your Kelowna realtor. As soon as you are ready to start the home buying process, chat with a Kelowna realtor to figure out when the best time to purchase!

What do you need and what do you want?

Next up, figuring out your needs from your wants. This is important to do before starting your home buying process to avoid disappointment and over-paying. Sit down, and write down the top 5 things that are most important to you and that you need in order to purchase the Kelowna home. Things such as bedroom count, bathroom count, size and location. These are just a few main things to consider when making your list. Then make a list of your wants. Things such as colour of kitchen cabinets or type of flooring. Think of these things as something you could change in the future. Separating your needs from your wants will make it a lot easier when it comes down to searching for Kelowna homes.

Are you financially ready to purchase a Kelowna home?

Are you financially ready?

Lastly, but probably the most important is… are you financially ready for this big step? A home purchase will likely be one of the biggest purchases you make in your lifetime. Don’t make the mistake of going through the whole home searching process to find out later that you are not qualified to purchase a home. The best thing to do before even looking into a Kelowna realtor, is getting pre-approved. Go in, talk to a mortgage broker and see what you are qualified to buy. Then, find the perfect home in that price range.

If you are looking to purchase your first Kelowna home, you need a great Kelowna real estate team who will work for you to find you exactly what you need! Get in contact with one of our knowledgeable real estate agents who are dedicated to helping you find the perfect first home. We have dedicated buyer’s agents who have years of experience helping first time home buyers. All you have to do is pick up the phone, leave the rest to us. Call 1-778-760-2860 to begin your first home search today!

Welcome to our new series, “3 things to ask…” where we are going to layout 3 different things to ask before hiring a company for your Kelowna home. First up, Kelowna home stagers. What should you look for? What should you ask? Hiring someone to do work on your Kelowna home can increase the value, if done properly. That’s why we are here to help! What are the top 3 things you should ask before hiring a Kelowna home stager? Let’s take a look!

1. Take a look at their portfolio – ask for a few photos of their previous work. Be sure to ask for before and after photos. Do you like their work? Would you pay to have them stage your home? You’ll have a good idea after viewing their portfolio. Ensure that these photos are not just “inspiration” photos, but actual photos of their work.
2. Preferred Vendors List – do they like to work with a certain group of vendors? A lot of home stagers will work closely with other Kelowna companies such as painters and window cleaners. They have worked with these companies in the past and know that together, they make a great team. Do you see anyone on the list you know you’ve had a bad experience with? Check it out before you make your decision. As for painters and window cleaners, we will be featuring them in our new series, check back for 3 things to ask them!
3. Their pricing – what do they charge and what is included? Have a Kelowna home stager come by your home to do a consultation, most stagers do this for free. They will come by your Kelowna home and let you know of what they think needs to be either fixed or worked on. Then they can come up with a preliminary budget for your review. Some of the things on the list, you may be able to tackle on your own. Leave the large projects for the Kelowna home stager – they are the professional!

If you are looking for a home stager, then contact the team at Quincy Vrecko and Associates. We work with some of the top stagers in town that do an amazing job on our Kelowna home listings. Our team of dedicated real estate professionals want to ensure you hire the best team for your Kelowna home. Contact our agents today and we can get you in touch with some of the best Kelowna Home Stagers. Call 1-778-760-2860!