If you’re on the condo board for a building that was affected by the recent flooding, you’ve probably got a lot on your plate right now. We came across a great resource from the City of Calgary today that may put your mind at ease. Here are some of the highlights from the release: • […]
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Securing your home while you’re away – tech tips
A cool article on Houzz, outlined some very cool technology tips on how to keep your home safe while you’re on vacation. We’ll highlight the tips in this blog, but be sure to check out the full article here. Keep your social media posts private:If you don’t have your security settings setup on sites like […]
Top 10 things NOT to do in a home remodel
Came across a great article on Houzz the other day that outlined some tips from a contractor on what not to do during a home remodel. These top 10 tips will keep your home renovation running smoothly, and on budget. 1. Don’t delay decisions – get things done! 2. Try to limit the number of […]
Top 5 Online Resources for Home Design
We’ve come across some really great online magazines recently with home design and decor ideas. We thought we’d ask our Twitter followers what their favourite home design websites are, and we got some great responses. “I support Canadian sites, my favourite is Sarah Richardson Design. Also good are Style at Home and House & Home.” […]
Marijuana Grow-ops: Checklist for Remediation
If a property is deemed to be a marijuana grow-op, the home must complete the process of remediation. The following is a checklist of the process, as per Alberta Health Services (AHS) requirements. Phase 1 – Obtain copy of Executive Officer’s Order from AHS- Hire contractors (environmental consultant and remediation contractor) – Contractors must obtain […]
Calgary Snow Removal Tips
The latest couple dumps of snow in Calgary posed a lot of problems for homeowners and drivers. It got us thinking about snow removal, and we’ve compiled a list of helpful tips from some of the snow removal companies in town. “We recommend using Ice Melt rather than Rock Salt. Since Ice Melt is NOT […]
You’ve Bought a Home, Now What?
So now that you’ve gone through the process of buying a home, what’s next? Well, you’re not quite finished yet. There are still some planning and costs to consider at this point. Here’s a quick guide to what you should expect after your home purchase: Moving This will be the most important part of getting […]
What’s the best mortgage term for you?
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or have been down that path before, do you really know enough about mortgage options to decide which is best for you? The first thing to consider, is that a longer mortgage term generally means a higher interest rate, and a shorter term generally means a lower interest rate. But […]
What’s your favourite room in your home?
Everybody has that one room in their home that they definitely favour, or spend the most time in. For some people, that can be the one room that seals the deal on a home sale. We decided to poll some people on Twitter, as well as some members of our team, to see what room […]
Preparing Your Home for Sale
When selling your home, it’s important to get your home properly ready so you can ensure the best price. According to CREB, the best chance of selling your property is within the first seven weeks, and the longer it stays on the market, the less money you’re likely to net. Here are some easy steps […]
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