Welcome to my Website
Welcome to my home and area of expertise the Shuswap! The Shuswap is known for it's beauty, recreation, diversity and history. The Shuswap has so much to offer and the residents are varied, from people who live & work here, to Retirees, & Part time Recreational users. Whatever your dream or pursuit is I will do my utmost best to find it for you. As a resident of the North Shuswap since 1974 I am very familiar with the Shuswap area and can provide the insight you need when considering a new location. I would love to be the one to assist you in making your Real Estate decision.
Professional Background
Prior to being involved in Real Estate I owned and operated my own Hair Salon in the Scotch Creek & Celista area for 25 years. I provided in home service as well to clients as I felt that there was a real need. I really enjoyed working with people and regrettably had to give it up, at which point I looked for a career that would still involve working with the public. I also have a bookeeping background as well and have been a partner in my Husband's business which consisted of logging operations and sawmilling. Currently we also own a farm on which we produce hay feed for horses. I have a strong work ethic and believe you get out what you put in!!
Professional Interests
Over the years I have volunteered in many different organizations & associations on the North Shuswap & Chase. I was very involved with the North Shuswap Elementary School while my children were attending and before that the North Shuswap Pre-School. Since 1988 I have been involved with the Heart & Stroke association Of BC & Yukon. Currently donations for In Memorium can be made through me. I have been the area Co-ordinator since 1991 & am always on the lookout for volunteers!! I volunteer my time in Chase at the Art Holding Memorial Arena in support of Minor Hockey. I am also a supporter and volunteer of The newly formed Junior team the "Chase Chiefs" I belong to the North Shuswap Community Association & the North Shuswap Chamber of Commerce & The North Shuswap Historical Society. I feel that it is important to give back to your community and we can all make it a better place to live & work.
Specialties
I feel I have a good working knowledge of the Shuswap area and can assist you if you are looking for Residential, waterfront, farms & acreages or that building lot to build your dream home. Having lived here for 30+ years I can help you choose the best area for your individual & specific needs. I can also assist you in providing information that will help you in making the right choice.
Awards
- 2007 - CENTURION® Producer
- 2006 - Masters Emerald
Education
- Graduated Chase Secondary School 1976
- Graduated Blairs School of Hairdressing Vernon 1977
- Bookeeping/ Accounting Okanagan College
- UBC Sauder School of Business Real Estate 2005
- Legal Update May 2006
- What Brokers & Realtors need to know about Agency September 2006
- Negotiating & Presenting offers October 2006
- Legal Update February 2007
Personal Background
I came to the North Shuswap in 1974 with my parents John & Hazel Bath, sister Sandra & brothers Donald & Steven. My parents had purchased Bob's Supermarket (currently Sunnyside) from Bob Bristow when he retired. Previously we had lived in Kamloops and spent summers in the Shuswap. I graduated from Chase Secondary in 1976 & attended Hairdressing School in Vernon that fall, moving back to Celista in the Spring upon completion of my schooling. I married a local fella and we have three sons and 1 daughter. In 2005 our Daughter & Son-in-law gave us our 1st Granddaughter. I am very fortunate in that all my children live close by and work in the area.
Personal Interests
I love history especially if it is "local" so I think I have a lot of knowledge about the North Shuswap and the surrounding areas as well. I do love gardening, fishing, swimming, and hiking. Reading is another one of my passions.
Building Inspectors, Appraisers, Land surveyors, & Mortgage Brokers
During the course of making your property purchase you may need the services of qualified professionals. You may choose to use the services of one of the following or choose one of your own through your own research.
BUILDING INSPECTORS
Dave Brice Pacific West Home Inspections Ph:(250)833-8955
Doug Brown Brown & Associates Building Inspection Services Inc www.inspectordoug.com Ph: 1-866-675-3920
Brian Dunphy Home Pro Inspections Ph: 1-888-257-3330
Glenn Hill Shuswap Consulting Services Ph: 1-888-832-2213
Craig Hostland Pillar to Post Ph: (250) 833-1152
Peter Lincoln Classic Home Inspections & Consulting Ph: (250) 833-1101
APPRAISERS
Paul Corrie Corrie Appraisals www.corrieappraisal.com Ph: (250)832-3709
Dennis Denney Denney Appraisals Ph: 1-888-737-4947
John Harper Shuswap Land Services www.shuswapland.com Ph: (250)832-1881
SURVEYORS
Dick Bartell Bartell & Fiedrich Ph: (250)372-8835
Greg Browne & Joseph Johnson Browne Johnson Land Surveyors www.brownejohnson.com Ph: (250) 832-9701
Mortgage Brokers
Jolene Polischuk Centum Lending Max Mortgage Corp www.jolenepolischuk.com Ph: (250)320-9020
Robyn Wideman Centum Lending Max Mortgage Corp Ph: (250) 517-0519
AIR MILES
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