Your Investment, Their Promises
Hallō Nelson sounds like a dream: a luxury resort community in Nelson, BC. But before you sign the check, know this—it’s a gamble built on untested developers and shaky claims. Here’s what you’re really buying into.
The Developers: Zero Track Record
Graham Kwan and Farhad Ebrahimi lead Hallō Nelson. They pitch expertise in real estate and hospitality, but they’ve never completed a large-scale housing project. Kwan’s a resort manager turned marketer; Ebrahimi’s a property manager with big talk but little delivery—just one tiny home village in Terrace, BC. No proven chops for a $500M vision. Dig into their past before betting your money. See Meet Hallo for the full rundown.
Luxury or Affordable? Pick One
First, it was boutique hotels and spas—pure luxury bait. Now, after pushback, they’re calling it “affordable housing.” Which is it? This flip-flop screams uncertainty. Are you investing in a high-end retreat or a vague community play? Their two-faced marketing leaves you guessing what you’ll actually get.
Short-Term Rentals: Don’t Count On It
They tout rental income potential, but Nelson’s zoning slams the door. You need a license—capped at three per block, tied to primary residency, non-transferable. No living there? No license. Realtors hyping “lucrative streams” are glossing over fines and red tape. Before banking on Airbnb cash, see Short-Term Rentals.
The Golf Course: A Sinking Anchor
The revamped Granite Pointe golf course is a major selling point for Hallō—but is it a liability rather than a perk? The course has struggled financially for decades, with past upgrades failing to attract sustainable membership. Now under Troon’s management, membership fees are set to jump to $3,000+ yearly, making it even less accessible to locals.
Adding to the uncertainty, the timeline for renovations has been riddled with contradictions. In late 2024, Granite Pointe announced that renovations would be delayed until 2026. Days later, Hallō contradicted this, insisting that the overhaul would still proceed in 2025. By year’s end, Granite Pointe reversed course again, confirming the club would remain open for the season.
This back-and-forth leaves investors and potential buyers questioning whether the promised transformation of the golf course is on stable ground. With such inconsistent messaging, will the renovations even happen as planned—or will this be another half-built vision that never fully materializes?
See Granite Pointe’s Last Drive.
Your Next Move
This isn’t just a purchase—it’s a risk. Hallō’s unproven team, shifting story, and the canceled open house fiasco (caving to partners scared of the unhoused) signal chaos. Verify every claim—affordability, rentals, timelines—with local experts and Nelson’s Planning Department. Your wallet deserves the truth, not their hype.