It may not look like it today, but winter will eventually be coming for us, and Calgarians know all about bad road conditions. You don’t want to deal with price hikes and long line-ups to get your car winterized once the first snowfall hits, so getting your car ready for winter now is a good […]
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Calgary Election 2013: Your Guide
The City Election is on Monday, October 21 (you should have received your voter information by now). If you’re not up to speed on the candidates, here’s the basics: Mayoral Candidates: Naheed NenshiLarry Heather Sandra Hunter Jon Lord Bruce Jackman Milan Papez Sr. Norm Perrault Jonathan Sunstrum Carter Thomson Global Calgary has the candidates’ profiles […]
Calgary Condos FAQ: Condo Fees
If you’re currently a condo owner, or are thinking of becoming one, you’re likely familiar with the term ‘condo fees’. While most people would likely say they believe their condo fees should be lower, the reality is your fees are there for a reason, and it’s a good thing to know where your money is […]
Calgary is Driving National New Home Price Growth
According to the New Housing Price Index, a 0.6% hike in Calgary is driving the national average to 0.1% growth. In fact, they stated that Calgary has been the top contributor of new home prices nation-wide for the past 9 months, thanks to strong market conditions here. Prices are up over 6% in Calgary year-over-year, […]
Homebuying in Calgary Alberta: Family First Time Home Purchase
According to the National Homebuyer Preferences Survey released this week, Albertans rank family in high priority when choosing where they want to live. Highlights of the survey: • Albertans most likely of Canadians to choose ‘family-oriented’ as a community necessity • 19% of Albertans rank family-friendly as a priority for community selection • 25% of […]
Recycling Options for Condo Owners
Currently condo buildings in Calgary are not part of the City’s recycling plan, so the City of Calgary is working hard to remind Calgarians who live in condos, what their options are. There are 50 recycling locations in Calgary, open 24-hours a day. These recycling centres take the following: Plastics with the recycling symbol 1-7 […]
A New Condo Resolution System for Calgary, Alberta
A new condo resolution system has been introduced in Alberta, that will help thousands of condo owners avoid legal fees and save time in condo disputes. “Everyday, hard-working Albertans who live in a condominium can’t afford $200 or $300 or $500 an hour to pay a lawyer.” It’s common for condo owners to disagree with […]
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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