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Don Miller

In 2000 I fulfilled a long time dream and moved to the Okanagan. Vernon was the perfect choice for our family as it has so much to offer and is a wonderful place to raise a family from Kindergarten to University. It is also an amazing place to retire or invest in. We love Vernon, the North Okanagan, the lifestyle and the people who live here. We enjoy the hiking trails, canoeing, sailing, beaches, Silver Star Mountain and the many unique businesses and historical places in the area. I am passionate about my community and love helping people.

My wife, Anne and I have three children, one grandson and a Border Collie/Newfoundland dog. We live on an acreage right in Vernon and have a small market garden that Anne runs with my help. Anne also works as my client care specialist.

My main interests have always been my family, friends and community. Other interests include growing orchids. I am the President of the North Okanagan Orchid Society. I am also a member of Silver Star Rotary and enjoy the fundraising and the community focus of this great group of people. I am a long time member of North Okanagan Referral Association is a group of business owners and trades people who meet weekly to help each other improve and grow their businesses. I am a member of The Buffini Real Estate Referral Network as well as being part of the Coldwell Banker Realtor Network. I am also a voracious reader and learner and attend seminars to learn more about how to offer better service to my clients.

Some charities I support:

  • Silver Star Rotary and the projects they support.
    Rotary is all about building community and through fundraising we support high school scholarships, hospice, Teen Junction and more.
  • The Food Bank
    Our clients and friends generously donate a large amount of food for the food bank when we hold our Ice Cream Social and Thanksgiving Party. Through our garden we are able to provide a couple trailer loads of fresh vegetables annually.
  • Easter Seals – Send a Kid to Camp
    I donate a portion from each real estate transaction plus we sponsor a Christmas Dance with the Okanagan Valley Big Band where ALL proceeds help send a kid to camp.
  • The Upper Room Mission
    The Upper Room Mission raises funds through a thrift store and feeds a lot of people daily. They also provide help and support to anyone who needs it. They too benefit from our garden.

Ben Dirnfeld

The Okanagan has always held a special place in my heart. After growing up on the coast, my wife Madison and I made the move to Vernon seven years ago. We both agree it’s one of the best decisions we’ve ever made (up there with adopting our cat and dog!). A lot of core memories were made here at a young age. I was lucky enough to spend time visiting with friends and family up at Silver Star in the winter and going to camp in Oyama in the summer. Now, I’m happy to call this place home. 

As a lover of the outdoors, you can find me on one of the many trails here in the Vernon area throughout the spring and summer. In the winter you’ll still find me out and about, especially at one of our local dog parks. Our puppy, Koda, has a certain affinity for the BX Dog Park. She loves to jump in the creek and traverse through the branches and foliage in the forested area! 

Maddy and I love to explore all that the Okanagan has to offer. Exploring local shops, restaurants, wineries, and breweries for a quick treat is the perfect weekend date to us. It amazes me to see how much our community has grown over the years. If you need any recommendations on where to go, shoot me a message and I’ll give you a list of our favourite spots.  

As your Realtor®, I will be there for you every step of the way. My goal is to be your advisor, finding you a home that works best for you. I take your questions and concerns to heart and make sure you are fully informed as we go through this process together. You’ll receive prompt replies to all of your inquiries and my flexible schedule allows me to work around yours. 

Whether you’re looking to buy or sell real estate, you can put your trust in me to get the job done. Always keeping an eye on the latest trends and staying up to date with the newest regulations in our industry, I keep myself in tune with the local market and our community. 

For sellers, marketing your property properly is the first step (say that three times fast). In today’s digital age, most (if not all) consumers are looking online when searching for their next home. You can confidently list with me knowing that your property is receiving the full exposure it deserves, just ask me how. You won’t find me misleading you with exorbitant home valuations to try and secure your listing. Instead, I choose to go with a precise and up to date market analysis that will accurately reflect what your listing price should be, getting more eyes on your property. 

Buying a property can be a stressful ordeal, but with the right Realtor® by your side it doesn’t have to be! From setting up an automatic search to stay ahead of the competition, to handing over the keys to your new home, and everything in between, I’ll be with you every step of the way. I’ll never try to sell you something that you aren’t totally in love with, but rather supply you with all the information you need to make an informed and confident decision. It’s my mission to make your home buying experience exciting, fun, and most importantly, rewarding.

Our goal is to help you reach your goals. Whether you are buying or selling a home, we have the experience and drive to help you. We are devoted to understanding our client's needs, providing exceptional real estate experiences, and ensuring the process of buying and selling a home is a positive one.