Melissa Hole

How to Buy and Sell a Home at the Same Time

Posted on Sep 08, 2026

For most people moving within Kamloops or the surrounding areas, whether upsizing for a growing family or downsizing for the next chapter, there's one question that causes the most stress: do I buy my new home first, or sell my current one first? Trying to line up both transactions can feel like a high-wire act. The good news is that there are prov...

Downsizing in Kamloops: A Guide for Empty Nesters

Posted on Aug 19, 2026

For many people, there comes a point when the family home starts to feel like more than they need. The kids have moved out, the extra bedrooms sit empty, and the yard that once hosted birthday parties now mostly means weekend maintenance. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone, and you're in a great place to make a change. Kamloops offers empty...

A Step-by-Step Guide For The First Time Home Buyer

Posted on Aug 12, 2026

Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming, especially with all the numbers, programs, and paperwork involved. The good news is that Kamloops is one of the more attainable markets in British Columbia, and first-time buyers here have access to some genuinely valuable programs that can save thousands. This guide walks you t...

Is a Basement Suite Worth It in Kamloops?

Posted on Aug 05, 2026

The "mortgage helper" is practically a Kamloops institution. Drive through almost any neighbourhood and you'll find homes with a separate side entrance leading to a basement suite, quietly helping the owners upstairs offset their mortgage. With a tight rental market and rules that have recently become more suite-friendly, more homeowners than ever...

Thinking of Moving to Kamloops? What to Know Before You Relocate

Posted on Jul 27, 2026

Every year, more people are choosing to make Kamloops their home, and it's easy to see why. With a sunny, dry climate, a relaxed pace of life, strong outdoor access, and prices that are far more attainable than the BC coast, the city has become a natural landing spot for people relocating from Vancouver, Calgary, and beyond. But like any move, sett...

Mid-Year 2026 Kamloops Market Update: Why It Feels Slower Than Expected

Posted on Jul 14, 2026

Here's an interesting contradiction. If you follow the headline numbers, the Kamloops market has actually recovered steadily all year, with sales climbing nearly every month and June coming in as the busiest month in three years. And yet, if you're actually out there buying or selling, the market can feel slower, more hesitant, and more selective t...