The headline Sales ticked up from last year’s slump: 700 homes changed hands in Q3 2025, totaling $441.5M (up 12.7% and 16.6% year-over-year). Good news—but mostly because 2024 was so weak. Monthly sales stayed below the 10-year average all year, and 2025 is still the second-slowest year since 2012.

As fall rolls in and the Nicola Valley lights up with golden hillsides and cool mornings, it’s the perfect time to take stock of what we’re thankful for — not just in life, but right here in the Merritt real estate market. Despite the ups and downs of interest rates, inventory, and the broader econ

Choosing the right real estate agent in Merritt isn’t about who has the flashiest ad or the most yard signs. It’s about experience, results, communication, and community trust. Below, you’ll find a no-fluff guide to picking an agent who’ll actually deliver—plus why, based on these same criteria, Ja