Not long after I entered the world of real estate I realized Realtors are a passionate group of people who care about their clients, each other, and their communities.  Many Calgary based Realtors are heavily involved in a wide variety of local, provincial, and national charities.  The charity I have chosen to be involved with is the Canadian Progress Club – Calgary City Centre. The Canadi ...

It is possible to sell your home and not tear your hair out in the process!  I have helped countless homeowners successfully sell their homes and these are my best tips to take the stress out of selling. 1. Hire a Realtor You had to know I was going to list that one first, right?  In all seriousness, having a Realtor can be a huge stress saver for you.  Let us handle all the details like ...

Thanksgiving is almost here and Calgary has no shortage of fun and family friendly holiday events.  Here are some ideas to help you plan your Thanksgiving weekend. Thanksgiving Weekend at Heritage Park Historical Village Pumpkin Days at Kayben Farms FREE Public Swimming at City pools across Calgary FREE Public Skating at City arenas across Calgary Thanksgiving Classic CFL game between ...

Inventories rise as sales activity softens further Click here to view the full monthly stats package. Following four months of relative stability, unadjusted benchmark prices eased as expected in September to $456,300, a 0.26 per cent decline compared with last year. Most of this aggregate moderation was due to price declines in the apartment sector brought on by higher-than-average invent ...

I might be a little biased but I think Calgary is one of the most beautiful cities in Canada!  There are so many interesting buildings as well as man-made and natural areas.  I have put together a list for you of different neighbourhoods that have some of my favourite views.       Briar Hill/Hounsfield Heights:  This northwest community has excellent views of the downtown Calgary skyline a ...

Not everyone wants a move-in ready home.  There are many talented, hard-working, and smart Buyers who want a place to renovate and customize.  Some people want to renovate so that they can create their perfect home while others see investment and revenue opportunities in a house.  Buying a home that needs work can be a great way to get into a highly coveted area without exhausting your budg ...

It should come as no surprise that a well-organized home is more appealing to prospective Buyers than a home that is in disarray.  Even when you are not planning on selling anytime soon, an organized house is simply more enjoyable.  In my years as a Realtor, I have seen organization hacks that work and many that do not.  Here are my top tips for easy (yes, easy!) home organization. 1. Get ...

In theory, DIY moving seems like a pretty good idea!  It can save you money; that is a fact.  But. . . is it worth it?  Before you call up your buddies and order the obligatory pizza payment, consider these factors that might turn your DIY move into a DIY disaster. The buddy system is not fail safe If you are relying on friends and family to help you move, you need to be prepared for last ...

One of the best things about living in Calgary is the opportunity to have and be a good neighbour.  Aside from regular friendly greetings and a helping hand every now and then, you should also comply with city bylaws to help make your neighbourhood a safe and pleasant place to live.  Bylaws are rules and guidelines established by the City of Calgary.  They are designed specifically to help ...

It is no secret that a well-staged home shows better and sells faster.  Buyers have a hard time seeing beyond the room in front of them so you cannot rely on their creativity and imagination to help them see the best features of your home.  When it is done properly, staging can highlight your home’s most desirable features and create an emotional connection with Buyers.  Here is a list of 5 ...