British Columbia Investment

It is no secret now that Real Estate investing in British Columbia Canada and in particular BC lake front property is still affordable in many places. More property investment opportunities are becoming available weekly and Encore has many opportunities to discuss with you. Investing in many of these BC resort properties is a sound and profitable decision but it also offers the opportunity for a relaxed lifestyle with escape from the urban trap that has anchored you for years.

Kelowna, BC is what most Canadian's feel has become the "The Hawaii of Canada ". Investing or purchasing property or residences near Kelowna not only constitutes a safe investment but shows strong evidence of sustaining its investment value.

Evidence from many reliable sources below show that retiring or investing in "low maintenance property or developments" in the Okanagan region of Interior BC will continue to be a strong market well into the next decade. Encore's analysis shows that 87% of our client market is from outside of B.C. and the trend is only going to continue to heat up as "the graying of Canada" migrates to the Okanagan for obvious lifestyle benefits. Encore is strongly positioned in this market with "low maintenance" housing alternatives, including developing lots for those wishing to build their dream home in paradise.

Why the Okanagan including Peachland, Kelowna, Lake Country, Vernon, Salmon Arm, and Sicamous? Answer: They are all very similar and share the same body of water which is the Okanagan and Shuswap Lakes...."the houseboating capital of Canada." Their proximity to the TransCanada highway and fast access to Calgary and Vancouver is another reason for their popularity.

After working their entire lives in cold climates, many Canadians prefer retiring to sunny, destinations with a small town feel, where a rich variety of amenities and care facilities are convenient, and living near bodies of water can offer quality of life benefits while significantly growing the value of their investment.

• Evidence shows Boomers will be realizing "low maintenance" home ownership offers the best single investment path.
• Canadian Realtors - "The Okanagan region consistently appears in the top 10 places to live and retire in North America, and with recent growth and amenities such as our expanding international airport, cities like Vernon have been shown by Consumer Reports as being in the top 6 places to retire on the continent. Direct flights from new airports in North America, and the possibility that direct flights from Frankfurt will occur within 5-10 years, gives not just sustainability but tremendous growth to any residential investment."