Renovating your home? Most often the question is what renovations increase the value of my home the most? Well, the answer is never simple. Before pulling out the sledgehammer, you’ll first need to think about your goal. Why are you renovating? For your personal enjoyment or for selling in the near future? Following are some… [Read More]
Checklist for a Smooth Moving Process
Congratulations! You’ve signed the papers, your lawyer has transferred the funds, and the keys to your new home are in your hand. Now comes the daunting task of moving. Although a stress-free move is not guaranteed, these tips can help you manage the process and reduce stress. Essential relocation tasks Declutter, declutter and declutter A… [Read More]
Set the best asking price for your home to maximize profits
How the asking price of your home can influence the sale price Every home seller aims to sell as fast as possible at the highest price. But setting the right asking price is crucial to achieve that goal. Correctly listing the price of a home is the best marketing technique. Statistics clearly show that overpricing… [Read More]
Helpful Tips for Seniors on Downsizing Homes
Thinking of downsizing? Downsizing is a process that requires making many rational decisions but with an emotional mind. Where to move to? What communities will be suitable? What can I afford? Who can help with decluttering my current home? The following is an overview of some elements that come with downsizing. Reasons for downsizing The… [Read More]
Difference between city tax assessment and market value of your home
Many people often attempt to compare the cities tax assessment with the current market value of a property. However, typically in Calgary, the tax assessment value and the market value of a property are rarely the same. Following is an explanation on the differences between the city tax assessment and the market value of your… [Read More]
Selling your home? First Impressions Count
Selling your home is one thing, getting the home ready to sell is, for many, an undertaking. While most sellers tend to focus on the home’s interior, the exterior often gets neglected. Yet, as the saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. Buyers are quick to judge and decide,… [Read More]
The Future of 55+ Adult Living in Alberta
Looking for adult living? For a long time, Calgary has offered many options for adult living in many age different categories. There are plenty of examples with an age restriction such as 18+, 40+, 45+, 55+, etc. However, it is important to know that changes in age restricted buildings are on the horizon. New law… [Read More]
How to Choose the Right Contractor for Your Project
Looking to do a renovation on your home? Do your due diligence when selecting a contractor. Here are a few tips when choosing a contractor in Calgary. What are you renovating? What contractor to look for often depends on the type of renovation. Is it a smaller renovation such as a bathroom? Or a bigger… [Read More]
Selling real estate via POA or executor
Selling real estate via a power of attorney or an executor requires different handling than a regular sale. A realtor must ensure that several things are in place, or the sale can be harmed. Before explaining the subject, it is most important to contact a lawyer regarding any questions about this subject. Realtors are not… [Read More]
Most common conditions when buying real estate
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]
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