Spring officially arrived yesterday (though it may not feel like it), and now is the time to tackle those seasonal cleaning tasks and maintenance around the home. Get yourself and your home organized and refreshed for this season by taking on some simple home tasks: Give yourself space: you can’t give your home a good clean without moving […]
Feng Shui and Good Luck in the Home
Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day, and many people are looking for the “luck of the Irish”, but some simple decor practices can bring good luck into your home every day. The popular practice of Feng Shui is not difficult to incorporate, and the following ideas are widely believed to bring good luck to your home. […]
Fraud Prevention: Common Scams to Watch for
March is Fraud Prevention Month in Canada, and while it turns out Canadians are being more vigilant about fraud prevention, it still happens. Arming yourself with knowledge will keep you protected, so here’s the seven of the most common scams to watch for: Sweepstakes: this might be one of the oldest scams around, but if you get a […]
Read this before you rent out your condo
With the condo market in Calgary continuing to favour buyers, there’s big opportunity to purchase great units at an amazing price right now. And turning a secondary property into a money-making opportunity is a smart investment, but before you rent out your condo, here’s some things to keep in mind. Condos in Alberta are subject […]
How to choose a REALTOR® to work with
Not all real estate agents are the same. If you decide to seek the help of a REALTOR® when selling or buying your home, you need some good information before you make any moves. Hiring a real estate agent is just like any hiring process – with you on the boss’s side of the desk. It’s […]
New building maintenance bylaw now in effect in Calgary
A new City of Calgary bylaw is officially in effect, which addresses essential repairs for buildings. The Building Maintenance Bylaw requires that the exterior of buildings in our city be visually assessed for repairs every five years. In addition, it requires buildings five storeys or greater and over 10-years-old to have visual assessments on exterior […]