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Renter to Landlord: How and why to ask for a rent moratorium or reduction

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If you lose a job, even temporarily, it might mean you need to ask your landlord for some rent relief. The COVID-19 pandemic has definitely negatively impacted the economy and created a lot of uncertainty when it comes to business, and to life in general. It’s important that you understand your options when it comes to rent relief.

Speak with your landlord

The best opportunity to secure your rent relief is to negotiate with your landlord. If you are financially impacted by COVID-19 and are unable to pay rent, speak with your landlord and explain your situation. There are many situations where landlords have allowed rent reductions and rent deferrals because of the coronavirus outbreak.

If your landlord does not agree to provide you with rent relief, then you can try negotiating the transfer of your last month’s rent to your current month’s rent. This is a good time to highlight any agreed terms like deferrals in writing. These contracts will help protect you as a tenant from sudden evictions and will assure the landlord that rent deferred will be paid later on in instalments.

Given the precarious economic situation that the country is in currently, rent deferral can give some individuals breathing room to those impacted by COVID-19. But it is also true that landlords might also be facing financial difficulties themselves. Landlords who have rented out their mortgaged condos might be able to get mortgage referrals but they would still need to pay maintenance fees. While you might seek out rent deferral, keep in mind that your landlord could be in the same situation as you.

When it comes to the financial government, they have not announced any measures to specifically address rent-related issues. They did implement CERB, but since this relief will take time to get to Canadians, the attention has been focused on provincial governments since rent regulation falls under its jurisdiction.

In British Columbia, there is an eviction freeze until further notice and a postponing of eviction orders which are already in place. However, there is no rent relief as tenants are still obligated
to pay their rent. The British Columbia government website encourages renters and landlords to work things out on their own.

If you’re having trouble with negotiating, then here are some more ideas for leverage in your favour:

– You have always paid your rent on time. If you have a good track record of paying your rent, then your landlord will most likely be more willing to hear you out.
– The rental property is in good condition. Keeping the property maintained will make all the difference, so you can mention this.
– You have not had any complaints from your neighbours. Being a good neighbour goes a long way, and if your property manager has not had to deal with any bad situations in the past, they will want you to stay on the property.
– Empty apartments still cost the property owner. When the apartment is vacant, then the property owner will lose money regardless. Remind them of this and how much time it also takes to find a new tenant.

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Three Ways to Upgrade Your Home to Sell

Three Ways to Upgrade Your Home to Sell

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Are you preparing to sell your house? You might want to consider performing these home improvements in order to secure a bigger price tag come closing time.

When you are preparing your home to sell in a competitive real estate market, it might not make sense for you to take on any big home improvement projects. Once you are sure that your house doesn’t need any major repairs, you can focus on some easy updates that can help make your home more appealing. Getting a kitchen or bathroom remodel might be out of budget, but there are still plenty of different ways you can make in key areas that will help get your home ready to sell.

Painting

Painting is one of the lowest cost improvements you can make, with the highest rate of return. When you are trying to sell your house, giving it a coat of neutral paint will help give your entire house a facelift, and buyers will love seeing a blank canvas. You can also enlist the help of a professional to get colour recommendations based on other features in your house, like the cabinets or floors.

You can invest a large amount of money if you want to get this done professionally, but if you want to go the DIY route, you can do that pretty cheaply yourself if you are handy with a paintbrush and have some time.

Landscape your yard

The outside appearance of your house is the first thing that your buyer will see, and it will give them their first impression of your house. Having an overgrown or patchy yard will be a huge turn-off. You should take care to remove any plants that are dead, and cut back plants that are overgrown. You can also keep your lawn looking fresh by re-sodding or planting grass seed, and you might want to do some edging to help create clean edges.

You can either hire professional landscapers to help you out, or you can roll up your sleeves and take care of removing anything dead by yourself. You don’t need to be a professional to buy some grass seed. Simply follow the directions for planting and you’ll be good to go.

Also Read: Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time

Update lighting fixtures

Replacing your lighting fixtures throughout your home can be an easy update for a small investment. But it can make a big difference where appearances are concerned. If you’re looking to update your light fixtures, make sure to keep the colour palette consistent with your

home’s hardware. For example, you wouldn’t want to mix gold and silver tones together, but mixing metals like copper and bronze is fine. Consider the fact that older brass fixtures will be considered more of a dated look. If you are going to the trouble of updating these fixtures, then make sure that it results in a true update.

If you’re on a budget, don’t feel like you need to buy something fancy or expensive. You can simply just remove any huge, dated chandeliers and let the buyers use their imagination. Or switch it out for something smaller and simpler.

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District interested in Invermere Lakefront property for sale?

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Invermere Lakefront Property for Sale

When there was some Lakefront property in Invermere for sale, the Invermere District looked forward to buying it. The Mayor of Invermere, Al Miller, referred to it in the East Kootenay Regional District meeting in January.

It is one of the major items from Invermere’s financial plan for 2019 to 2023. This area is about 14 acres in size, and it includes the resort area, garage lands, marine lease, and the region where the boat storage is present.

The discussion on this topic began regarding a boat launch in this location. The CAO of Invermere District, Chris Prosser, conducted a land survey and found that most of the land was private. For the boat launch, it needed to be bought.

When Invermere District approached the owners, they refused. They were not interested in selling the land in small parcels but would like to sell it as a whole. The area went back and forth with plenty of offers rejected. At first, the owner wanted $10 million for this piece. But later on, it went for around $5 million Lake Windemere lakefront.

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James Chabot Beach

Why did the District buy Invermere Lakefront Real Estate?

Now, Invermere District owns the Invermere Real Estate Lakefront at the beach of James Chabot. In one of the polls in the municipal election last year, more than 65% of voters favored spending $5 million for the purchase. This was what the final bill also had in September.

The Mayor said that this was the least that we could go. It has turned out to be a pretty good deal. He also added a short-term $5 billion loan for the next 5 years with the Municipal Finance Authority. Now the authorities are in the planning stage where the District can sort out the funding streams and began the procedure. The mayor is looking for any partnership donations, funding streams for this sum. For setting out the loan in a longer time period, the District can reduce any amount they get in.

He also mentioned that this is not a risky strategy for buying land before any funding resources. He says that different funding sources or grant opportunities will help pay the debt. Later on, it would be feasible to go for a lesser amount of long-borrow.

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What the future may look like Lakefront Property Windermere BC

 

The mayor also mentioned that Invermere would look for new opportunities for undoing some costs to taxpayers. He also added other opportunities available for funding CBT (Columbia Basin Trust), the provincial and federal government, and some very generous philanthropists.

It depends on what the people of the area want to see, and the Invermere District can go for some assistance from the hotel and condo developers. The Mayor also mentioned that the District also needs to reach a consensus to be sure what needs to be on Invermere’s resort lands.

Click here to view the District of Invermere Request for Proposal Athalmer Neighbourhood Plan. 

Invermere is one of the fastest-growing resort and recreational areas of British Columbia due to its hospitable climate, natural beauty, high quality of life and recreational opportunities, and proximity to a large significant Alberta marketplace. Click to view some other reasons to live in Invermere.

 

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Lakeview Meadows Invermere for sale

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Lakeview Meadows Invermere for sale.

Why are people curious about Lakeview Meadows Invermere for sale? There are many reasons to own Windermere Valley real estate. First of all, being surrounded by mountains and Lake Windermere in the middle. Consequently, there are numerous recreational activities. You can’t move mountains, so the next best thing is to move to the mountains.

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Lakeview Meadows private beach

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Lakeview Meadows

What if you find all these things and much more in one property? Sounds too good to be true, right? DK Rice’s latest listing Lakeview Meadows Invermere for sale in Windermere has got everything you wish for in your dream house in Invermere, BC.

Lakeview Meadows is a heaven for those who love mountains and natural beauty. Centrally located in Windermere, BC.  The privately-held community includes 164 single homes, 102 townhomes, and 26 condos. All residents in this community enjoy special owner facilities such as a private beach, a leisure center, tennis and volleyball courts, playing grounds, exercise centers, and walking/cycling tracks.

 
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Mountain Living

Whether you use it as a seasonal escape from city traffic and the hustle and bustle. Another option is to plan to grow old in this home. The single-family duplex in Windermere Valleys offers picture-perfect visuals of the rocky mountain range and a pleasant, tranquil view of the forest in the vicinity.

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Another DK’s Lakeview Meadows Invermere homes for sale. This Mountain Heights townhome was built in 2005. This Windermere property for sale has 3 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Fully finished on three floors. The total square footage is 2233. There is plenty of room on the main floor to entertain inside and on the large deck.

Main Level

The main level includes the master bedroom with a fully equipped ensuite. Here is the two-piece bathroom. A spacious living room(17 ft x 13 ft) and has a beautiful rundle rock fireplace. Even more with customized cabinets on both sides of the fireplace provide ample storage space. Dining room 10 ft x 10 ft. The kitchen has a great layout with a breakfast nook. Furthermore, laundry is on the main floor, offering convenience and giving separation from guests.

Second Level

Two bedrooms (9’11 x 11’3) 2nd bedroom (11’3 x 9’10). Loft (13’11 x 8’8). Full Bathroom.

Ground Level

Fully finished walkout basement that leaves plenty of room for customization and creativity. This level also has a privacy door with a four-piece bathroom. Therefore your guests can stay there with full privacy. Also, there is enough overflow space on the ground level with plenty of room to spread out when your big group of friends drops by! Recreation room is 22’11 x 14’8

Exterior

With an Asphalt shingle roof style, concrete foundation, and exterior finish composed of Wood and Stucco, this property is a treat for the eyes, easy to maintain, and comfy to live in.

Location

Also, to be only minutes from the two stunning golf courses at Copper Point gives another reason to purchase this Windermere bc of real estate for sale. Located in the heart of Lakeview Meadows in Mountain Heights. This property enjoys plenty of sunlight, stunning interiors, and open space that will make you fall in love the moment you step in. This property is one of the best Windermere homes available for sale click here for full details of Windermere Home.

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Life doesn’t get better than life at Lakeview Meadows!

What are you waiting for? Book a showing with DK Rice 250-342-5935 now before it gets too late! If you have any other Lakeview Meadows Invermere real estate questions, contact DK.

 

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Lake Windermere British Columbia (BC)

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About Lake Windermere (BC)

In the British Columbia Province of Canada lies Lake Windermere BC. Also, it has the Rocky Mountains, Purcell Range, the towns of Windermere and Invermere, all in its immediate surroundings. A popular tourist attraction and a fantastic vacation destination. Another plus is Lake Windermere boasts breathtaking scenery and is one of the most popular holiday spots in the province. Formerly called Lower Columbia Lake, its name was later changed to Windermere Lake, after its British counterparts, and it shares a name with another lake in Britain.

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Developments Have Lakefront Homes or Access to a Private Beach on Lake Windermere

For those who have dreams of owning lakefront homes, Lake Windermere Waterfront real estate offers some of the best you can find. Owning a lakefront property is in high demand. As a result, this has led to the rise of development communities. Furthermore, these communities offer the comfort and privacy of your home as well as access and maintenance to your own community’s private beach. Windermere waterfront homes for sale are in demand in these developing communities. Hence with a purchase, you too can have access to a private beach, parks, Marinas, and many others. The best Windermere Lake BC has to offer, all at your disposal and available at your convenience. Join an ever-expanding community of Lake Windermere Waterfront property owners and have your dream fulfilled. Some of these development communities include:

  • Invermere Bay Condominiums
    Invermere Bay Condominium
  • Lakeview Meadows
    Lakeview Meadows beach
  • Timber Ridge
    Timber Ridge Beach
  • Indian Beach Estates
  • Akiskinook Resort
  • Terra Vista
    Lake Windermere
  • Calberly Beach
  • Baltac
  • Pedley Heights
  • Cold Stream Landing
  • Taynton Bay Estates

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Events in Invermere and on Lake Windermere

Communities like to come together and host events to bring the community together in the spirit of fun. Most noteworthy, the activities promote unity and make for a peaceful and friendly living environment. You don’t have to sit in your home all year. Most of these events occur annually and give you a chance to socialize with the other residents of the community. Some the activities you can look forward to in Invermere and on Lake Windermere, BC, include:

Winter Events on Lake Windermere

  • Kinsmen Ice Fishing Derby: Frozen lakes and ponds are common in the Windermere Lake region of British Colombia. Therefore making ice fishing a hobby. Furthermore, there is good news for ice fishing fans and enthusiasts. There is an ice fishing Derby. The derby is being an annual event holding in January. Above all, there are cash prizes for the first, second and third positions.
  • Columbia Valley Rockies Pond Hockey Championship: Hockey is, without a doubt, the biggest sport in Canada, and this excitement flows into the British Columbia province. Featuring outdoor hockey rinks on Lake Windermere at Kinsmen Beach. Even more, there is beer, hot cocoa, and loads of other fun snacks and treats. Family and friends come together to compete for the title. The rules are a bit different from the standard rules, and the competition lasts an entire weekend. It doesn’t get better than this for the hockey enthusiasts.
  • Bonspiel on the Lake / Snowflake festival: This is one of the most popular and longest-running events in 1982 to help fund the original curling club expenses. This event is so fun; hence there is a waiting list to get into this event. Also on Friday is the Snowflake Festival. It is an introduction to food vendors, live music, cocoa, and warming stations, as well as one of the town’s most dazzling fireworks.  As a result, this brings thousands of supporters out to watch the sky be lit up on a crisp winter’s night. Curlers from all over BC and Alberta enter teams to curling in the great outdoors on Lake Windermere ice sheets. No matter what the conditions.

    Another Winter Event

    Winter in Motion Festival: During the winter, most people confine themselves to their homes’ warmth. At Lake Windermere, BC, the residents have fun and drown out the cold. We enjoy a winter wonderland in the outdoors, with the snow. From December to March, the events roll out, with each month having its own set of events.

    Summer Events

  • Rocky Mountain Rally: With a mountain range in the vicinity and the amount of on-road and off-road driving tournaments in Canada, this was always going to happen. The event offers a 2-day experience with the races divided into stages and earning points, which creates an overall standing; this is used to determine the winner. TSN has broadcasted this event.
  • Invermere Farmer’s Market: Farmer’s markets provide fresh products, which is a healthy feeding option. The Lake Windermere BC community would not be complete without one. Most noteworthy local and nearby vendors showcase their products ranging from food to unique products and offer discounted rates on all purchases.

    Put on by Nonprofit Organizations

  • Heart of the Rockies Triathlon: This particular event has been on for over 30 years. First taking place in 1983 with 56 participants. Now the race has grown to and now features over 200 participants, a beautiful community spirit demonstration. The race involves swimming, biking, and running over different distances for different age groups.
  • Loop the Lake Walk & Run: There are two parts to the event, the walk and then the run. Residents put their physical ability to the test with a professional-style walk contest, which is quickly followed by a race to the finish line. At the end of such an event, complimentary food and drinks are made available to the participants.
  • Bull Riding in the Rockies: Bull riding is a treasured sport in North America, and Lake Windermere BC puts on a spectacle with it. The competition is an annual event, and community members come out in numbers to see who can tame the bull. It is a sold-out event each year.
  • Valley Appreciation Day: No real community would be complete without an appreciation day. Residents converge, eat, drink, have cart races, live entertainment, and usually complimentary meals from the hosting location.

There are many other events, Events involving team participation like kayaking. As you can see, there is an event for everyone in the family. So why not join the Lake Windermere Waterfront property owners committee today. All events are safe and well catered, with free food and drinks made available at virtually all the activities.

DK Rice is one of the top Luxury realtors in the Invermere area.

DK Rice will help you find your dream home. With outstanding Knowledge of the Lake Windermere Waterfront real estate market and a desire to help you find the best home suited to meet your criteria in Lake Windermere, BC.

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There is no one better suited to turning your dream into reality. DK Rice will find you the perfect Lake Windermere Waterfront property giving you access to incredible luxuries while offering security, privacy, and comfort. All you have to do is choose DK Rice. You can either call, email, text, or visit our office. Our contact details are:

  • ADDRESS: Royal LePage Rockies West Realty. 492 HIGHWAY 93/95, Invermere, BC V0A 1K2
  • EMAIL: dk@rockieswest.com
  • MOBILE: 250.342.5935

DK looks forward to helping you find your dream home.

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