The verdict is in, Avenue Magazine released the rankings of Calgary’s Best Neighbourhoods last week, and over the coming weeks, we are going to delve into the investment opportunity and benefits of each of the top 10 communities. In the number two spot, is the southwest community of Beltline: 21,958 population 90 walk score 76 transit score 438.66 crime rate […]
Report: real estate recovery continues in Calgary
According to a recent report from CREB, recovery in the real estate market continues for our city. Last month, Calgary marked a ‘modest improvement’ in sales, as well as an increase in the number of new listings. Despite the shift in inventory this month, second-quarter activity continues to demonstrate improved supply-demand balance and price stability. […]
How to successfully upgrade to a bigger home
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 also […]
Seniors, how to sell the place you call home
It’s Seniors Week in Calgary, so we’re focusing this blog on retirees or empty-nesters out there, with advice on selling that home. Your lifestyle has changed, but how do you go about selling the place you’ve called home for so many years? To help you understand the issues involved in making such a move, and how […]
Getting divorced? What to know about your house and mortgage
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. In the midst of the heavy emotional and financial turmoil, what you need most is some non-emotional, straight-forward, specific answers. Once you know how a divorce […]
RE/MAX Spring Market Trends Report: Calgary 2017
RE/MAX Canada recently released their ‘2017 RE/MAX Spring Market Trends Report’, based on survey results, and it reveals some interesting trends not only in Canada, but in Calgary too. In Western Canada, particularly in Alberta, slowly recovering oil prices, low interest rates, and US approval of the Keystone XL pipeline project have renewed buyer optimism, […]
Is that community a good investment? How to tell
When you purchase a home, you’re hoping it will continually go up in value — just like a good investment. However, there’s something else that you want to see go up in value as well: the neighbourhood. In fact, the neighbourhood plays a key role in what the home will be worth in years to come. If the neighbourhood […]
Calgary’s Condo Craze: the Benefits of Apartments
There is a condo craze going on in Calgary right now, thanks in part due more affordable prices in the apartment market and a shift in desired lifestyles. Financial Post just published an interesting article profiling the rise in demand for condo living in Canadian cities like Calgary. “I definitely do not want a yard […]
Do you have pets? How to make moving easier on furry friends
Moving can be hard on everyone involved: adults, kids, and yes—your pets. While your pet may not understand exactly what is going on, they can sense the stress (good or bad) that the whole family is experiencing. Add to that the fact that animals are creatures of habit and do not like changes to their […]
REALTORS®: The Top 10 Reasons to Join Our Team
RE/MAX Len T. Wong & Associates is growing, and we’re looking for the right REALTORS® to join our team. If you’re an agent looking to make a change and find real success in real estate, we’ll give you the top 10 reasons to join our team of professionals. Lead generation systems: don’t worry about looking for […]