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5 Must-Try Day Hikes Near Calgary
Calgary serves as a gateway to some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the world. Surrounded by the majestic Canadian Rockies, we have an abundance of outdoor activities, including an array of breathtaking day hikes within just an hour's drive. Whether you're a seasoned…
2022 saw record-high sales and double-digit price growth
CREB® released their final monthly stats package for 2022 saying the year saw record-high sales and double-digit growth. December sales eased, however, slowing sales over the second half of 2022 were not enough to offset earlier gains as sales reached a record high of 29,672…
Looking Ahead to 2023
2022 is quickly coming to an end and I’m so grateful for my family, friends and clients who helped make it such an amazing year. I’m also so excited for what 2023 will bring and so is Macleans who released their annual look at the…
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…
French Real Estate Blog
While I know that today’s tech allows all my wonderful readers to view my content in whatever language they choose, I still focus on sourcing other original resources for my many French-speaking clients. CREA, the Canadian Real Estate Association is one of my many go-to’s…
How to Start AND Be Successful Investing in Real Estate
I’ve always promoted the benefits of owning a revenue property – I have some myself and they have historically been strong performers in my portfolio. There can be lots of pitfalls to avoid in the rental market but educating yourself, having a plan and surrounding…
Real Estate Stats in Perspective
The Real Estate demand in Calgary and surrounding cities remains very strong! The main question I am being asked is always, how is the market doing since all the interest increases? To answer this question, I have put a chart together from January 2022 to…
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…
Removing conditions on time
You know that saying “time is of the essence”? Well in real estate, it really truly is. The purchase contract has strict timelines that must be followed - literally to the minute - in order for the transaction to remain “alive”. One missed step and…
Difference between a titled and assigned parking
Do you know what the most common issue is in the sale of apartments in Calgary? Parking! Titled, assigned, indoor, outdoor, can your use be taken away? So many questions surrounding condo parking so let’s break it down. There are three main categories in which…