There’s a rising trend in women who live alone browsing ads for Calgary condos for sale. More women are buying condos nowadays for a variety of reasons and it could have a big impact on the growth in the condo market. According to the Financial Post this segment of the population is an exploding growth […]
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Sellers: Organize Your Home
The real estate market in Calgary right now is definitely favouring sellers: inventory is down from last year, and that’s pushing prices up. While many Calgarians will get ready to list their homes over the next couple of months, we decided to remind you on some tips for staging your home; even more perfect, today […]
Your First Calgary SW Home: Tips to Save and Plan
While many Calgary renters love looking at listings of Calgary SW homes for sale, not everyone can afford a Calgary SW home or Calgary Luxury homes for their very first purchase. Getting on the property ladder is important but don’t make the mistake of buying just any home just so that you can get on […]
Making the Case for Condos
While condo living certainly can offer a lot of advantages for first-time homebuyers, condos are also an attractive option for baby boomers, empty-nesters and really—everyone. We thought we’d take a look at some of the reasons condo living can be great: Location and Affordability We lumped these two together because they go hand in hand. […]
How to hang exterior Christmas lights
Can you believe it’s only a month away until Christmas?? Now’s the perfect time to get your holiday lights up, and we’ve dug up some tips to help you: • Check the lights first — this will allow you to find any burnt out bulbs and replace them before you hang them up. • Map […]
How to trouble-shoot your furnace
Earlier today we posted an article on why consistent furnace maintenance is important in the winter (the article from National Post is here), so we thought we’d post some tips on trouble-shooting your furnace. Ensure your furnace is set to ‘heat’: while this sounds like common sense, apparently it’s a common mistake made by homeowners. […]
How to prevent mould growth at home
How does mould produce in a home? The reproduction of mould occurs through tiny spores, that are present in outdoor and indoor air. The growth of mould indoors occurs when mould spores land on wet surfaces. Can mould cause health problems? moulds can potentially be harmful to humans. moulds produce allergens, irritants and in rare […]
Condo Buying: The Advantages
The condo market continues to have a strong track record in Calgary, so we thought we’d explore the great reasons to purchase a condo. There are many advantages to consider when purchasing a condo for the first time, or simply buying your next one. “One of the great advantages to owning a condominium is that […]
Expired: What to Do When A House Didn’t Sell in Calgary
Dealing with an expired listing? There are several factors as to why your home may not have sold: market conditions, the home is in bad shape, etc. Whatever the reason, you can still do something about it when you re-list. • Use a REALTOR: if you tried this first time around on your own, you’re […]
5 home repairs you can handle yourself
There are lots of home repairs and minor upgrades that need to be taken care over the years, and while hiring a professional is always a route, there’s some basic repairs that you could take care of yourself. 1. Painting: Whether covering up a blemish or changing the colour of a room, paint is an […]
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