Energy Savings Tips Lighting can account for up to 10 per cent of your electricity costs, and it’s easy to overlook, especially during the longer nights of winter. So, taking that extra step to turn off lights when not in use can make a real difference.Energy savings can add up in more significant ways with three simple changes to your laundry routine: running the washer on cold, hanging ...

Wolf Willow Pack your moving boxes, grab your golf clubs, and get settled into your new home in Wolf Willow.  This SE Calgary neighbourhood is every golf lover’s dream.  It is minutes from your driveway to several popular Calgary golf courses, including Blue Devil, McKenzie Meadows, and Heritage Pointe.  Located off 194 Avenue SE, this area is close to Fish Creek Park and numerous establishe ...

What is a Reverse Mortgage? From home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) to refinancing your mortgage, there are several unique ways you can leverage your home and reach your financial goals. Even as you get older, you can use your home to help support your retirement.While you can tap into the income provided by your RRSP, Canadian Pension Plan, and Old Age Security pension, these might not ...

Livingston Are you having trouble deciding between an area in NE Calgary or NW Calgary?  Well, Livingstone offers a little bit of both!  Located in North Calgary, this neighbourhood is close to Stoney Trail, several established areas, and all the amenities you will ever need!  You can build your dream home or move into an already constructed and landscaped home, starting from the low $300,00 ...

Why Getting an Annual Real Estate Review is Important Your Real Estate investment is likely the biggest single expenditure in your lifetime so why not keep a pulse on its value? Life can happen fast and keeping a relationship with your trusted REALTOR® can benefit you in many ways.1) You will learn the real time value of your highest valued asset.2) Realtors can give you the real scoop on ...

Why CIR REALTY? REALTORS® face a constantly evolving environment. This includes changes to industry requirements, to the market and economy, new consumer expectations and behaviours and a realm of additional factors that challenge our business and potentially our ability to serve our clients. This is why choosing a real estate brokerage with a strong local history and the power to impl ...

Trinity Hills Trinity Hills is located on the west end of Calgary and can be accessed via Highway 1.  After a day at work, you can easily zip out to Kananaskis or simply enjoy the amenities just beyond your front door.  Trinity Hills is part of one of Calgary’s newest communities called Medicine Hill.  Trinity Hills is slated to have a wide offering of services and amenities including Save-O ...

Ambleton Ambleton is another NW Calgary gem!  This newer community is designed for being outside.  There are natural areas, play areas, and a system of local and regional pathway networks to enjoy.  Ambleton is situated adjacent to Evanston which means residents have access to schools, stores, restaurants, and more.  Future development plans for this community include commercial development ...

Five ways to reduce your heating bill Winter is coming and your energy bill is starting to creep up. Here are a few tips to keep your costs manageable during colder months:Dust your ventsThis can be an easy, effective way for lowering your heating bills. Dust acts as a natural insulator and can block some of the hot air from heating your home.Turn on your ceiling fansMost ceiling fans are ...