Property Investment
Real Estate Lawsuits – Top Issues and How to Avoid Problems
Did you know that every real estate professional in Alberta has errors & omissions insurance through the Real Estate Insurance Exchange (REIX)? They are the insurer who manages legal claims against real estate agents and have insight to all of the lawsuits filed pertaining to…
Multiple Offers
In a hot market, multiple offers are common but it is not the wild west out here – there are rules that govern how to handle a situation where a seller receives more than one offer. The Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) is the…
Just Listed and SOLD! Full asking price!
I have earned the trust of thousands of sellers and buyers over the past 30+ years by supporting my clients through every step of the buying and selling process. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or ready to retire – from your first home to…
Calgary and Secondary Suites
Having a secondary suite is an excellent way to offset the cost of your home, getting you to your goal of being mortgage free sooner! But what is a secondary suite in Calgary, really? So many terms are thrown around when it comes to suites,…
Curb Appeal Can Enhance Your Bottom Line
Your home’s exterior is the first chance you have to make a good impression on potential buyers, leaving them with thoughts of themselves enjoying the space on a warm summer day. There are a variety of projects you can undertake, big and small, and here…
Rising Mortgage Rates – CREA weighs in on the Bank of Canada increases
With the Bank of Canada raising the interest rate to 2.5%, and further increases in sight, many Canadians are wondering what the future holds for lending, in particular as it relates to mortgages. The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) posted a blog shortly before the…
Why is the sq footage different from when I purchased my home 10 years ago?
Square footage has always been top-of-mind for buyers in their search for a home but it is sellers and agents who are feeling the impact after the introduction of the Real Estate Council of Alberta’s (RECA) Residential Measurement Standard (RMS) in 2015. For the vast…
Real Estate is a Good Investment
Stocks? Bitcoin? RRSPs? While I’m all for diversifying, real estate has historically been a rising commodity – especially in the Calgary and area markets. A second home to rent out, a duplex or small apartment building can all be great opportunities to generate financial freedom…
The Hottest Lake Communities in Calgary
Do you dream of lounging on the sand in the sun with your toes in the water? Maybe it’s a frozen lake ready for skating that you are looking for? While Calgary may not have sizable, natural lakes a lot of thought went into creating…
June 2022 Real Estate Statistics – market starts to shift as sales slow
As released by CREB® on July 4, 2022 – full link here. Sales activity in June eased relative to the past several months and with 2,842 sales, levels declined by two per cent over last year’s record high. While sales activity has remained relatively strong…