Calgary Bowness Montgomery Real Estate Home News

Every month the Calgary Real Estate Board releases a report detailing what has been happening in the real estate market. These reports provide valuable information to sellers, buyers, and investors alike. Real estate requires strategic decision making, so staying informed is crucial to ensure you are making the best moves possible.

Here are the highlights from The The Calgary Real Estate Board's market report for December 2025, which you can read in full by clicking here:

  • "Due to record high starts, supply levels improved across all aspects of the housing market" (CREB®).
  • "In 2025, sales reached 22,751 units, down 16 per cent over last year, but in-line with long-term trends" (CREB®).
  • "2025 saw over 40,000 new listings come onto the…

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Check out some of the fun events happening this month:

January 6-11 Broadway Across Canada Presents Moulin Rouge! The Musical
January 9-10 The Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
January 9 Labyrinth | Movie Nights at The GRAND
January 9 Calgary Roughnecks Forever A Roughneck
January 9-30 Somnium: The Improvised Dream
January 15-31 Calgary Mac & Cheese Festival
January 15-25 Rare Beauties
January 18 Vivaldi's Ring of Mystery
January 22-25 Calgary RV Adventure Sale & Show
January 23-24 It Takes Two: A Symphonic Collaboration
January 24 Blackfoot Fireside Stories with Elder Francis Wolfleg
January 25 Intro to Herbal Medicine Workshop
January 30-February 1 Alberta Motorcycle and Powersport Show

What are you most looking forward to? Let us know in the comments!

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New Year's Eve is tomorrow! Can you believe 2025 is almost over?

While dressing up for a glamorous party can be fun, sometimes it's nice to stay at home for the ringing in of the New Year. Still, it's worth making a celebration out of it. Afterall, the start of a new year is a big deal, and 2026 is going to be your best year yet!

Here are some tips for a DIY New Year's Eve party at home: 

  • Make your home your venue. You don't need to spend thousands of dollars throwing a rager; keep it simple and at home. If your guest list gets too big, see if someone with a larger space would be okay with you hosting it there! Just make sure to clean up afterwards.
  • Keep decorations simple. Black and gold balloons and streamers are inexpensive and easy…

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All of us here at Team Ken Richter wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
 
As the holiday season arrives, we find ourselves reflecting with gratitude on the wonderful people we’ve had the privilege to serve this year. Thank you for welcoming us into one of the most meaningful parts of your life — your home. Whether you made a move, are preparing for one, or simply reached out for guidance, your trust means so much to us.
 
This time of year is a reminder of what truly matters: connection, comfort, and the spaces we share with the people we love. Our hope is that your home is filled with warmth, laughter, and moments that become treasured memories.
 
Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a bright,…

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Christmas is only a few days away!

You know what that means… the malls are packed because people have not finished shopping for gifts. This may be the most wonderful time of the year for businesses that are profiting from last minute gift-buyers, but it is definitely not the most wonderful time of the year for shoppers that just want to get home. 

To make your last minute gift shopping easier, here are 3 classic ideas that are easy to acquire:

1). A Coffee Trio: Most coffee shops have a wide range of tumblers, coffee beans and gift cards that make the perfect little gift trio for that special coffee lover in your life. This gift is thoughtful and useful. Support your local coffee shops if you can, or if it is better suited, Starbucks and Tim…

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The holidays are here—and that means twinkle lights, cozy socks, and kitchens that smell like pure magic. Whether you’re hosting a festive feast, planning a cookie swap, or just looking for a reason to turn up the Bing Crosby and try something new, this season is the perfect time to get creative in the kitchen.

From sweet treats that look straight out of a Hallmark movie to savory dishes that’ll make your guests ask for seconds (and thirds), these recipes are all about having fun, making memories, and maybe getting a little flour on your sweater. So grab your apron, warm up the oven, and let’s celebrate the season one delicious dish at a time.

DRINKS:

  • Christmas Punch
  • Winter Sangria
  • Hot Buttered Yum
  • Christmas Mule
  • Sparkling Pear…

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Every month the Calgary Real Estate Board releases a report detailing what has been happening in the real estate market. These reports provide valuable information to sellers, buyers, and investors alike. Real estate requires strategic decision making, so staying informed is crucial to ensure you are making the best moves possible.

Here are the highlights from The The Calgary Real Estate Board's market report for November 2025, which you can read in full by clicking here:

  • "The 1,553 sales were met with 2,251 new listings, causing the sales-to-new-listings levels ratio to improve to 69 per cent" (CREB®).
  • "The additional supply choice across resale, new and rental markets, is having the most impact on apartment and row style home prices…

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Christmas is such a beautiful time of the year in Calgary, Alberta, in part because of all the Christmas lights. Whether you are a vintage colourful lights person, or a modern white lights person, so many people adorn their homes and trees with twinkly bulbs. While this makes the season feel extra warm and cheery, Christmas lights do carry some risk. 

Here are some tips for Christmas light safety, so that you can enjoy all of the magic and none of the risk:

  • Check your strings of lights for any broken or missing bulbs. CNET writes, "replace any missing or broken bulbs before you string up your porch or tree because they could lead to electrocution, fires or injuries. Most lights come with replacement bulbs, but you can also buy a pack at your…

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The community of Bowness is a beautiful place to live, work, and play. In the springtime flowers line the shop fronts, in the summer the park comes alive, and in the fall the community embraces every beautiful holiday. Most beautiful of all is Bowness in the wintertime. While others may see winter as a period of cold, dark days, in Bowness it is simply another beautiful season to be embraced. Wintertime is Bowness is safe and welcoming, offering small-town charm and accessibility unlike any other area of the city.

Here are our top 5 reasons for loving wintertime in Bowness:

Excellent Road & Pathway Maintenance: Arguably the worst part of the winter season is how difficult it makes traveling anywhere. Thankfully in Bowness, this complication is…

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