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The HOLM Stretch | June 13, 2025
Chris Holm & Associates
We want you to know that our team is unique in the way we chose to approach real estate here in the North Okanagan. We are a true real estate co...
We want you to know that our team is unique in the way we chose to approach real estate here in the North Okanagan. We are a true real estate co...
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Is it the right time to buy? Not quite yet, says BMO.
You’ve probably heard whispers that now’s the time to buy.
But according to BMO, we’re not there yet—and the data backs it up.
In Toronto and Vancouver, home sales just dropped again in May.
Inventory is rising. But buyer demand? Still soft.
And despite all this, many sellers are still holding out for higher prices.
Here’s what that means if you’re watching the market:
✔️ Buyers have the upper hand—for now.
✔️ But prices haven’t come down the way you’d expect in a true buyer’s market.
✔️ And mortgage rates aren’t helping. In fact, they’re edging up, not down.
So what’s holding the market back?
Sellers are waiting for interest rate cuts to stir up demand. But with inflation still sticky and bond yields rising, that relief isn’t coming as fast as hoped.
As BMO put it: “We’re still not there.”
If you’re thinking of buying soon, strategy matters more than ever.
We can help you read the signs, stay prepared, and take advantage of the right opportunity when it does show up.
Reach out and let’s talk about what smart timing could look like for you.
Talk soon,
CHRIS, PATRIC, JULIE, JASMINE, KRISTI & BRELL
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In North Okanagan Real Estate
As of the morning of Friday June 6, there are 1130 homes showing as active listings here in North Okanagan. On June 6 , there were 1110 homes active.
Sales ranged from $185,000. to $1,585,500. Days to sell ranged from 14 to 432. 6 listings expired, 20 were cancelled.
40 prices were reduced over the last week.
Scroll down for our market recap for Vernon, Armstrong, and Coldstream real estate activity in the last 7 days.
$287,000.
Low Sale
56
New Listings
$1,93700.
High Sale
24
Listings Sold
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WEEKLY REAL ESTATE REPORT
Armstrong BC Real Estate Recap
A look at Armstrong Spallumcheen Market Activity for the last 7 days.
4
New Listings
4
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
3
Price Down
Vernon BC Real Estate Recap
A look at the Vernon market activity in the last 7 days
38
New Listings
13
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
25
Price Down
Coldstream BC Real Estate Recap
A look at Coldstream market activity over the last 7 days
6
New Listings
3
Listings Sold
0
Price Up
2
Price Down