When buying a home, a buyer can ask the seller for conditions. A condition means that a buyer will purchase the property but only if the condition is met to the satisfaction of the buyer. In a regular purchase contract in Calgary provided by the AREA, 4 conditions are preprinted. The most common conditions referenced… [Read More]
Why you need a realtor when selling your home
Why do you actually need a realtor when selling a home? What advantages are there to selling a home with a realtor vs selling your home yourself? In short, realtors have the experience, knowledge, skills and connections to help you through the process and to take on liability. The selling process involves many steps. Consider… [Read More]
Condo Bylaws
If you are considering buying a condo, be it an apartment, a townhouse or a bare land condo, it is important to understand that each condo complex in Alberta comes with its own set of rules. These rules are set out in the bylaws of the condominium corporation. Some bylaws affect one buyer more than… [Read More]
How to find and choose a trustworthy realtor
Whether it is for buying or selling a home, you want the best service and the best deal. So, how do you find and choose a trustworthy realtor to help you? What questions do you ask and what red flags do you watch out for? More than 7500 realtors are licensed in real estate who… [Read More]
Calgary’s 8 quadrants of real estate
The city of Calgary is divided into 4 quadrants: Northwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest. For the sole purpose of real estate, the Calgary Real Estate Board has divided the city onto 8 sections. This gives an easier overview for real estate purposes. Following is a description of these 8 districts in Calgary. Calgary City Centre… [Read More]
Finding your community in Calgary: A Guide for Homebuyers
Canada is, in our opinion, the best country in the world. Alberta, the best province in Canada. Calgary, the best city in Alberta. Every year, Calgary welcomes many newcomers from other provinces or other countries. Most newcomers have the same question: how to find your ideal community in Calgary? Choosing a new Calgary neighborhood that suits… [Read More]
35+ organizations in Calgary to donate unwanted items
Moving and wanting to get rid of personal items? Calgary has many organizations that would love to take your unwanted items and resell or use them. And the knife cuts 2 ways! Your donations help to raise funds for many different local charities. And the landfills are very grateful that many items get a second… [Read More]
Learn about rules and etiquette in real estate negotiations
Rules and etiquette around negotiations in real estate are not set in stone. But negotiations often work out better with some do’s and don’ts. Or, as the saying goes, negotiations work better with honey than with vinegar. Also, knowing what to expect during negotiations can help a buyer or seller stand more firm, making the… [Read More]
Negotiations in real estate – Tips and strategies
Knowledge is Power is a cliché which is very true during negotiations in real estate. So, the first step towards successful negotiations is to learn about the current real estate market. Once negotiations have started, the scenarios that can unfold are endless. Learn more about negotiations in real estate with these tips and strategies, for… [Read More]
Negotiations in real estate – Learn about the market first
In most cases, negotiations in real estate are a big deal for both buyer and seller. Learning about the real estate market in general is a first, very important step towards successful negotiations. Here are some first steps for buyers and sellers to learn about negotiations in real estate. Use sale data for evidence of… [Read More]
Buying or selling a stigmatized property
Former grow-ops, a home in which a death has occurred, an apartment on the 13th floor; many different stigmas can potentially affect the value of a home. But when is a seller required to disclose a stigma? And what can a buyer do to avoid buying a stigmatized property? What is a stigmatized property? A… [Read More]
How to set an offer price
How does one set an offer price when buying a home? Go in lower than asking price? How much lower? Or maybe the market dictates one to offer over list price. There is no set calculation or method to determine how to set an offer price. The process of offering involves some research, comparisons, experience… [Read More]
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