Historically, Black Friday has marked the beginning of the holiday shopping season in the United States.  It coincides with American Thanksgiving and is notorious for door crasher deals and incredible bargains.  Over the last few years, Black Friday has gained popularity amoung Canadian retailers and shoppers.  We do not see the steep discounts that our southern neighbours do, but there are ...

Today, more than ever, many people want to find ways to minimize their environmental footprint.  Environmentally friendly habits are becoming second nature to many of us as we do things like recycle or minimize the use of dangerous chemicals.  Our homes can also give us opportunities to be more environmentally friendly.  How?  I am so glad you asked! There are many ways you can go green ou ...

Home security is a topic that many homeowners are interested in.  We love our homes and our families.  We want to keep both of them safe.  Here are some home safety hacks that you can start using today! Check your doors and windows every night to ensure they are secure. Turn on your exterior lights after the sun goes down. Put an interior lamp on a timer and program it to turn on and off ...

Remembrance Day is our opportunity to come together, remember, and give thanks to those people who have served and continue to serve our country in times of war and peace.  Calgary offers plenty of opportunities to attend Remembrance Day ceremonies throughout the city.  Here are a few locations that will be hosting a Remembrance Day Service on November 11, 2015. Jubilee Auditorium The Mil ...

Sales activity remains well below long-term averages Click here to view the full monthly stats package. Elevated inventory levels in October contributed to a second consecutive month of price declines in Calgary’s resale residential housing market. Benchmark prices declined 0.7 per cent from the previous month, and 1.2 per cent from the same time last year, to $453,100. “Persistent weakne ...

Buying your first home is a huge decision and one that should not be taken lightly.  Many people have different opinions about when is the right time to jump into home ownership but the truth is, it is a very personal decision.  Working with first time home buyers is actually one of my favourite parts about being a Realtor.  I love the process of sharing information, assuaging fears, and de ...

Homes across Calgary are cloaked in spooky decorations and there are ghosts and goblins ready to hit the streets on Halloween.  If you are a fan of all things that go bump in the night, you must check out some of Calgary’s rumoured haunted places.  The Deane House, located in Inglewood, has long been thought to be haunted.  This home was built in the early 1900’s and belonged to a high ran ...

One decision home buyers need to make is whether they should build a new home or settle into an older home.  There are pros and cons for each type of home and I have put together a list to help you decide.  New house Pros -          Roof and appliances are brand new and under warranty -          Home is covered by the New Home Warranty program -          You can customize your home to ...

Moving is hard.  Moving with small children is even harder!  Over the years, I have helped many young families move and these are some of the best tips that I have learned along the way. 1.         Pack up children’s rooms last so you can unpack their rooms first By packing your child’s room up last, their boxes will be the last onto the truck and the first ones off at the new house.  You ...