Taras Kinash Reviews

We had long planned to make a start in a new spot in the Okanagan, but the challenge of uprooting from friends and family in Vancouver, and commencing our careers here held us back for years. We even had family travel out from back east to join us for our wedding in Penticton in 2006, simply to expose them to the gorgeous interior of BC. Years after, with children in tow, we finally found the means to get the move under way, and we began a search with little bearing, but lots of enthusiasm - first time home buyers in need of a lot of hand-holding. Though we had begun looking at houses in other places in the valley, little energy was building, and it wasn’t until a friend referred us to their ‘amazing agent’ in Penticton that we really found our way. Taras understood us pretty immediately, and has an approach with people that’s disarming and frankly fun. After a brief chat about what we were after, Taras started our search in a way that we didn’t altogether expect - he spent hours touring us around the city simply familiarizing us with the whole place, and giving us an invaluable view of our possible future in it. By the end of that day, that we realized that there was no other spot in the Okanagan that fit us like Penticton. That tour imbued us with an imperative to land a property, and the insight of specifically where to apply our effort looking. Taras jump started the process for us significantly, not by showing us properties, but by revealing to us an actual life in Penticton. The rest of our search wasn’t without challenges, but we completed a deal and transplanted our family of four very successfully, in the summer we had really hoped and needed it to happen. Without that first step, we're uncertain that we would have ended up arriving in our new home in this summer. Taras provided the platform, the understanding and the desire that ultimately delivered the home we were always longing for. His knowledge and experience we’re beyond what we were expecting and he exercise immense patience with us as first-timers. Beyond a shadow of a doubt, we would jump at the opportunity to help people find Taras, because he’s far more than just any real estate agent. Rob and Monique Sunderland

It is my pleasure to endorse Taras as the best realtor with whom I have ever worked. He has a passion for identifying value in both extant & pre-sale real estate. With a strong instinct for architecture, in both engineering & design, he is able to provide excellent insights into any potential purchase, as well as always having a great sense of location and market considerations. My family and I have now bought or sold six properties with Taras and his guidance and attention to detail in the transactions has been unerring . He has even helped significantly with valuable finishing details in 3 pre-sales. He is always prompt, enthusiastic & patient. Highly recommended both for the one-time buyer and those interested in developing a solid portfolio in Penticton area real estate.

<p><br /> My wife and I met with Taras after our condo had been on the market for almost 3 months. At the time, we were very unhappy with our realtor and had decided to look for a new one. After our bad experience with the first realtor, we did not set our expectations too high. We had sold some investment properties in recent years and found that our realtors either did not want to do much for their commission or forgot we existed once the sale was complete. A friend recommended Taras, so we arranged to meet with him and another realtor. When we met Taras we were impressed by his high energy level, but also skeptical as to whether such energy would continue once the listing agreement was signed. After a very good initial meeting, we made the decision to list our condo with Taras. From that day forward, Taras did not let us down. He was always professional, available when we had questions or concerns and the effort that he and his team put into marketing our condo was more than impressive. In my many years, I have dealt with many realtors, but I have never had one that worked as hard as Taras. When we sell our homes, it is not a cheap process and what most of us want is to know that our realtors earned the commission. Taras works hard and definitely earns his commission. The fact that for the first time I am providing a testimonial to a realtor further supports how happy we were with the Kinash Team. I am providing this testimonial not for Taras, but for people who are looking for a very good realtor. Finding a great realtor is difficult, so I am hoping that my testimonial helps a few people to connect with Taras. You will not be disappointed! Thank you Taras and the Kinash Team.</p> <p>George & Norine</p>

<p><br /> We first meet Taras (TK) in July of 2017. We were planning on retiring to the Penticton area and wanted a feel for the real estate market. An acquaintance in the Lower Mainland recommended Taras to us, so my husband and I decided to drop by his office unannounced. Taras was great; he took the time, even though it was a cold call, to sit down and find out about our goals for retirement, our lifestyle and dreams. He is so knowledgeable and personable that he made it easy for us to see that our dream could come true. Taras showed us a new development at Sendero Canyon that was starting their Phase 3 homes. The completion dates for these homes would fit our plans for selling our property in the Lower Mainland. Taras was so good at making sure we understood the pre-sale contract and helped us with the plans to make our dream home complete with add-ons at the building phase. His insight and eye for detail was very helpful when picking our lot; he even helped us plan our furniture configuration for the Great Room. The completion date was close to a year from the date we met Taras, and through that year he was able to trouble shoot and give us advice and counsel when issues did arise. We feel lucky that we met Taras and his team, and we have no reservation in recommending him to anyone who is contemplating a real estate purchase in the Penticton area.</p> <p>Colleen and Dave</p>

<p>Taras was very helpful in finding me my place, we went to his office and he showed me all the listings that had what I was looking for. He found me a place with all of the accommodations I wanted. Taras was helpful with the lawyer and paperwork, he also offered to get me a mover to help with my belongings. I couldn't have asked for a better real estate agent. He was very accommodating and made it a stress free experience.</p> <p>Clara</p>

I just want to thank you and your team for helping us find the perfect home. Moving back to Penticton after 30 years a lot had changed. You made the process fun and easy. We thought selling at the coast and buying here would be complicated. But you went above and beyond making the experience easy. We will let you know when the house warming is I hope you and your wife will come. Thanks again! Brenda & Robyn