Relocation
February 2024 Real Estate Statistics
Low inventory and high demand drive price gains in February The Calgary Real Estate Board released the latest statistics, reporting that new listings continued to rise in February, reaching 2,711 units. However, the rise in new listings supported further growth in sales, which increased by…
Monthly Community Highlight: Dalhousie
Nestled in the northwest quadrant of Calgary, the community of Dalhousie stands as a testament to the charm and convenience that characterize the city's neighborhoods. With its well-established infrastructure, proximity to amenities, and a strong sense of community, Dalhousie has become a sought-after residential area…
Relocating to Calgary – The Rental Reality
I handle a LOT of relocations and the shortage of properties for sale is presenting unique challenges for those wanting to make Calgary home. It’s important that you are aware of the reality and have a plan in place before you buy your ticket to…
Exploring Homeownership Traditions in Different Cultures
Homeownership is a goal for people of many cultures, and it’s no surprise that there are varying traditions when it comes to celebrating and honouring this new chapter in life all around the world. CREA has an awesome blog where they speak with Canadians from…
Signs you should sell your home soon
It can be tough to make the decision to sell your home but if you know how to read the signs, it can be so much easier to commit to making the move. There are a lot of factors at play, so let’s break down…
Foreign Buyer Ban Legislation Amended
In an attempt to make housing more affordable for Canadians, you may have heard about the ban on foreign homebuyers passed by Parliament and taking effect in January of this year. Real estate experts had mixed reactions to the regulations and the impact they would…
Relocating? Where to start
Deciding to relocate to another city is one of the most exciting adventures you can take and in 2022 I helped a record number of people coming to our awesome province. While it can be stressful, there are so many positives when moving like experiencing…
2022 on track to be a record year for sales
Residential sales in the city slowed to 1,648 units, a year-over-year decline of 22 per cent, but 12 per cent above the 10-year average. The pullback in sales over the past six months was not enough to erase gains from earlier in the year as…
Real Estate for Seniors
I’m always looking to up my real estate game, taking education and constantly seeking more to offer my clients to maximize their experience. One designation I obtained – Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) - came in personally handy recently when I assisted in the sale…
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…