Home Buyers
How the Buyer Representation Agreement Benefits You
In today’s dynamic real estate market, navigating the complexities of buying a home demands a strategic approach. One indispensable tool that empowers homebuyers in this process is the Buyer Representation Agreement (BRA). Mandatory since 2014, the BRA not only safeguards the interests of the buyer…
Buying a new build
Buying a brand-new home is an exciting adventure! There are many differences to keep in mind when purchasing a new build versus a pre-owned home and my latest blog covers the whole process from start to finish so you can avoid all the pitfalls. The…
Understanding Agency
Whether you are buying or selling a house, the kind of relationship you have with your agent really does matter. Now I’m not talking about how well you get along; I’m referring to the “agency” relationship you have – this is the legal relationship you…
November Real Estate Statistics
Increased listings, strong sales, and price growth The Calgary Real Estate Board released the November stats, saying new listings in November reached 2,227 units, nearly 40 per cent higher than the exceptionally low levels reported last year at this time. Gains in new listings occurred across…
What to know when you are buying an older home
Do you love the charm and character of older homes? Purchasing a home of a certain age comes with absolute pros – they are generally close to all amenities in established neighbourhoods – but you also need to be aware of the potential pitfalls you…
October Real Estate Statistics
Price gains continue in Calgary's real estate market as inventory remains low October sales activity slowed over the last month in alignment with typical seasonal patterns. However, with 2,171 sales, levels were 17 per cent higher than last year and amongst the highest levels reported…
Monthly Community Highlight: The Westbrook Communities
This month’s community profile is a little different as we take a look at the 10 communities which make up the Westbrook area in SW Calgary. Comprised of Glenbrook, Glendale, Killarney/Glengarry, Richmond, Rosscarrock, Shaganappi, Spruce Cliff, Westgate, Wildwood and Upper Scarboro/Sunalta, this beautiful group of…
What is a Real Property Report?
There are many things to prepare when getting ready to list your home and one of those that my clients are often unaware of is the Real Property Report (RPR). When selling a single-family home or a bare land condominium in Alberta, the seller is…
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…