There are many different factors that have an impact on Calgary’s residential home values.  Supply versus demand obviously has an impact, as do things like the local economy and the labour market.  These factors are typically grouped into a category called market trends.  A local and experienced Calgary Realtor will have an excellent understanding of market trends and can help you understand ...

Alberta home sales improve, but remain down year-over-year in April The Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) compiles provincial MLS® sales data for dissemination to REALTORS® and other interested groups. The data that is provided represents statistics provided to AREA by way of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). For more detailed statistical information for Boards/Associations o ...

Your entryway is the first room that Buyers typically see.  This often overlooked space can pack a big punch when it comes to a Buyer’s impression of your home.  With a few quick tweaks, you can create an entryway that makes a lasting impression.  Here are some ideas to help you get started.  Cleanliness first! Take a few minutes to wipe down baseboards, doors, walls, and windows in your ...

Aging in place is a topic that is becoming more popular, and more talked about, as Canadians are living longer healthier lives.  In fact, seniors are Alberta’s largest growing demographic!  Simply put, aging in place is the capability to continue to live independently in your own home as you age.  There are many facets to aging in place and it is a topic that warrants considerable attentio ...

With low interest rates and increasing inventory in the Calgary real estate market, many Buyers are thinking about investing in a move-up home.  Traditionally, a move-up was considered anything that was larger than your current home.  These days, a move-up home can be larger in size, in a more expensive neighbourhood, or a home with higher end finishes and more luxurious amenities.  To help ...

Sellers continue to adjust pricing expectations  Market imbalance in Calgary's residential resale housing market continued to weigh on citywide prices in April. Much like the previous month, year-over-year sales fell while new listings increased, resulting in inventory gains across all sectors of the market. As a result, benchmark prices in the city declined by 0.4 per cent from last month ...

Are you getting ready to move to Calgary?  Let me be the first to welcome you to this incredible city.  You are going to love it here!  Like every city, Calgary has its own amazing features and a few quirks.  Here are ten things you need to know so you can start feeling like a true Calgarian! Quadrants matter!  The city is divided into four quadrants:  NW, SW, NE, and SE.  This is importa ...

Buying your first home is exciting and it can also be overwhelming.  After the financing has been settled and furniture has been perfectly arranged, Buyers are left with the important task of caring for their first home.  I have put together a list of maintenance tips that every new homeowner should do.  I have separated the tasks into two categories:  DIY and Consult a Professional. DIY ...

Is it just me, or does the Calgary area offer the best of both worlds?  We live in a vibrant city comprised of a variety of neighbourhoods.  We are also surrounded by smaller cities and towns that offer their own unique charm and are close enough to commute to Calgary for work and play! Not far from the city limits, there are a plethora of small cities and towns with a variety of residen ...