Home Sellers
Property Measurements and You
When I’m listing a home, it’s not uncommon for me to have to explain to my sellers why their home might measure smaller than when they first bought it. But how can a property measurement change if the house hasn’t?? This all comes down to…
Dens versus Bedrooms
The number of bedrooms your home has is a definite selling feature when advertising the listing and there has been much debate about what exactly qualifies as a bedroom versus a den. While there is no specific definition of a bedroom, there are codes and…
September 2023 Calgary and Area real estate statistics
Calgary home sales at record highs in September, yet supply remains a challenge - October 3rd, 2023 Sales reached another record high in September with 2,441 sales. Despite the year-over-year gains reported over the past four months, year-to-date sales are still nearly 12 per cent…
The best time of year to buy a house
I’m often asked when the “best” time of year is to buy a house in Calgary. Seasonal timing is actually a factor to consider, along with current prices, market, inventory and interest rates. I have my preferred timeframes but let’s go over the pros and…
Time to winterize!
It’s true, the cold snaps are coming and fall is the best time to start winterizing. Taking these steps to protect your home from the elements will not only help keep your home warm and cozy for the season but will also lower your winter…
August sees record-high sales amidst historic low inventory pushing prices higher
Thanks to a surge in the condominium market, August sales reached a record high with 2,729 sales. Despite the record levels reported over the past several months, year-to-date sales are still down by 15 per cent compared to last year. While new listings did improve…
What does low inventory mean for you?
The Calgary real estate market has been dealing with a declining inventory for some time now, meaning there aren’t enough home listed to keep up with buyer demand. If you are planning on buying or selling anytime soon, it’s important for you to understand what…
Calgary home prices reach new heights: July sees seventh consecutive monthly gain
Rising rates had little impact on sales this month as the 2,647 sales represented a year-over-year gain of 18 per cent, reflecting the strongest July levels reported on record. The record-setting pace has been driven mainly by significant gains in the relatively affordable apartment condominium…
How Tech is Changing the Real Estate Industry
Ever-evolving technology is revolutionizing the world and the real estate industry is no exception. Apps, digital signatures, smart homes and virtual reality viewings are just some of the new innovations shaping the emerging digital shift. But this doesn’t mean real estate agents are going to…
What a seller is looking for – other than money!
When in a seller’s market, like Calgary is experiencing right now, being prepared to offer full-price is probably the reality you are facing. Of course, money talks when preparing your offer to a seller but is one piece of the puzzle - there are actually…