Real Estate
October 2022 Real Estate Statistics – Sales remain stronger than pre-covid levels
As released by CREB® on November 1, 2022 – full link here. October sales eased compared to last year’s levels, mostly due to slower activity in the detached sector. However, with 1,857 sales this month, levels are still stronger than long-term trends and activity reported…
Green and Smart Homes
It seems like every week we hear about a new tech innovation designed to streamline your world and, often, pad your wallet. Green and smart homes have become increasingly appealing in recent years with one survey reporting that 81% of buyers are more likely to…
Recording Showings – know the law
Smile! You’re on camera. So many of us have cameras installed in our homes, whether it be a doorbell camera or a device in the living room to keep an eye on your favourite pooch while you are at work - technology now allows us…
Cleaning and possession – for buyers and sellers
Some of the offers I receive contain a “cleaning” clause that usually reads something like this – Seller to have the home professionally cleaned or a $500 holdback will be credited to the Buyer. I never recommend my sellers agree to a clause like this…
September 2022 Real Estate Statistics – Demands shifting to more affordable options
As released by CREB® on October 3, 2022 – full link here. Strong sales for condominium apartment and row properties was not enough to offset declines reported for other property types. This caused city sales to ease by nearly 12 per cent compared to last…
Is the city property assessment an accurate value of my home?
Every January Calgary homeowners receive their yearly Property Assessment from the City but have you ever wondered if the figure is an accurate reflection of the actual value of your home? In short, the answer is no. There are a variety of reasons for this…
Don’t Forget These Costs When Buying a Home
You’ve been dreaming of and saving for your home sweet home for some time – you know how much of a deposit you need and are almost there! Before you get in my car to check out some potential homes, I want to make sure…
The Buyer’s Real Estate Journey
As part of the many services I offer my clients, I’ve curated a wealth of resources to help realize your real estate goals. Some of the publications in my toolkit come from the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) and my two favorites for buyers are…
Choosing a Mortgage Lender
I love a smooth real estate transaction. And it really does take a team of professionals working for you to make it all come together. One member of your dream team is your mortgage specialist, so when I saw this blog the other day on…
New listing in Woodbine – coming soon!
Check out an exterior virtual tour of 56 Woodglen Court SW before it hits the market next week here: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid035vNndfcEeD6TYqCFowsc4vQQit1mPbRFn9dt44R52tzKcLCcPp3qqzptqGvA5fFrl&id=100063782220291