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Moving to a new home? How to prepare your kids

Over the years, many studies have been conducted to define and rank which typical life experiences cause the greatest amount of stress for the average adult. For anyone who has had to make a move, it probably comes as no surprise that moving ranks within the top 10 of the most stressful events… and once […]

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Tips for Choosing the Right REALTOR to Work With

Picking an agent is one of those critical issues that can cost or save you thousands of dollars. There are very specific questions you should be asking to ensure that you get the best representation for your needs. Some agents may prefer that you don’t ask these questions, since the knowledge you’ll gain from their […]

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The State of Calgary’s Condo Market

The sharp drop in oil prices this year has clearly taken a toll on Calgary’s economy and as a result, our housing market. The condo market has historically been relatively unaffected by the usual up and downs in the marketplace, but we’re dealing with a different situation this year. However, if you understand a bit […]

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Protecting Your Home From Fall Moisture

We’ve been fairly lucky thus far with the Autumn weather in our city, but more precipitation will be hitting us eventually, and now is the time to get your home ready for what’s ahead. This article in Global News outlines the dangers of water or excess moisture in your home: “If we don’t clear our own down […]

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Avoid getting stuck with two homes

We’ve all heard the old saying about being caught between a rock and a hard place. Well unfortunately, that’s where most homeowners find themselves when they decide to move from one home to another. You see, if you buy before selling, you could run the risk of owning two homes. Or, just as bad, if […]

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Buying or Selling a Home? The Legal Mistakes to Avoid

  When you’re buying or selling a home, there are many important legal issues, large and small, that you should be aware of. To begin with, residential real estate is not an uncomplicated process. When such a major investment is transferred from one party to another, even the subtle legal details need to be taken […]

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First-Time Homebuyers: 5 Steps to Buying a Home

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, navigating the road to homeownership might seem a little intimidating. Working with professionals will make the process a lot easier on you, and to give you some peace of mind, here’s what it all looks like: 1. Determining Your Housing Needs Are you looking for a home for sale in […]

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Going through a divorce? What to know about your home

  Divorce is a tough situation which opens up many emotional and financial issues to be solved. One of the most important decisions is what to do about the house. Once you know how a divorce affects your home, your mortgage and taxes, critical decisions are easier. Neutral, third-party information can help you make logical, […]

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Trading up to a larger home? Some things to keep in mind

Unlike the experience of buying a first home, when you’re looking to move-up, and already own a home, there are certain factors that can complicate the situation. It’s very important for you to consider these issues before you list your home for sale. Not only is there the issue of financing to consider, but you […]

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Going it alone: tips for solo homebuyers

  There are plenty of single homebuyers in Calgary, it’s part of the reason condos continue to be popular in our city. Buying a home alone can be a great investment and set you up for future real estate purchases and investments as well. Here are some things to consider if you’re buying a home […]

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