First impression when selling a home “You never get a second chance at a first impression when selling a home.” Keep this simple phrase in mind when you sell your home. As realtors we can help you, and give you advice on ways to make your house give the best first impression. Price and location… [Read More]
Questions a mortgage lender will ask
Talking to a mortgage agent or your bank should be the first step when you are thinking of buying a home. Every day we come across situations where people can get a mortgage while they thought they would not qualify. And every day we come across those where people cannot get as much money as… [Read More]
When are condo fees high?
When you buy a condo, you buy into a corporation. You own your unit or living space, but you also own a share of ownership in this condo corporation. Think of common areas such as the parking garage, the hallways and common areas like a fitness center and roof top gardens. If you live in… [Read More]
A Smooth Moving Process: Part 2
In part one of our tips for a Smooth Moving Process, you learned how to manage your household details and sort through your packing. There are just a few more steps to take to help ensure your journey to your new home is as easy as possible. Follow the below checklists to finish covering all… [Read More]
Real Estate Stats April 2013
Single family home prices reach a new high in Calgary – Sellers’ market conditions push up prices across all categories Calgary, May 1, 2013 – The benchmark price of single family homes reached a new high of $452,900 in April, as market conditions that favour the seller finally drove prices above the unadjusted peak in… [Read More]
Tips for a Smooth Moving Process: Part 1
It’s official! You’ve signed the papers, dotted all i’s and crossed the t’s—you own a new home! You’ve almost reached the end of your journey. However, now, faced with the daunting task of moving, it may seem as though the journey has just begun. Moving can be a time-consuming and stressful experience if you let… [Read More]
Real Estate Stats March 2013
The inventory of active homes for sale in Calgary are the lowest March levels in more than five years Calgary, April 2, 2013 – The inventory of active homes for sale in Calgary are the lowest March levels in more than five years. The decline in new listings hampered resale sales growth, which declined by… [Read More]
Real Estate Designations
People who are choosing careers in real estate can choose either to do their mandatory real estate courses and nothing after that, or they can choose to continuously educate themselves. Ariette and Tanja have decided to opt for the latter. We find that a realtor cannot be taken seriously if he or she does not do… [Read More]
Real Estate Stats February 2013
Calgary’s resale condominium market shows signs of life Calgary, February 3 – Total residential sales for the month of February 2013 totaled 1,711 units, a one percent decline over the previous year. Accounting for the leap year in 2012, activity in the single family market resembles last year’s activity. However, even with one less day… [Read More]
Real Estate Stats January 2013
Calgary’s resale market continues to improve Calgary, Feb. 1, 2013 – Residential real estate sales in the city of Calgary started the year on a positive note, increasing by 15 percent over the same month in 2012. Total sales were 1,230 units, a significant increase over the 1,068 units last year. But sales remain well… [Read More]