Calgary Bowness Montgomery Real Estate Home News - Blog Archive: March, 2020


Looking for ways to connect with and support your neighbours during these troubling times? Here are three suggestions:

1). If you're able bodied, offer to run an errand for your neighbour!

"The fewer of us out right now, the better, especially for older people and those with compromised immune systems at greater risk from the virus. If you’re young, healthy, and able, running an errand for a neighbour or someone in your community while you’re out is a super-specific, helpful way to give back. Since you don’t want to knock on their door, start by leaving a note with your cell number. Instead of saying “if there’s anything I can do to help, please let me know” try being more direct so they’re more likely to take you up on your offer: 'I’m going to…

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The world is experiencing an unprecedented pandemic right now as the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to shut down schools, workplaces, cities and countries as a whole. We want to provide you with some helpful information as you go into your weekend wondering what you can do to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to keep yourself and your loved one safe. 

What is the Coronavirus? "Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS-CoV). Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) is a new strain that was discovered in 2019 and has not been previously identified in humans." (World Health…

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Legacy estate lot listed by the 2nd owner!! Very, very rare 100ft river frontage, 293ft deep, over 2/3 of an acre on beautiful Bow Crescent! This area of Bow crescent DID NOT flood & remains a highly desirable building lot or subdivide & build two estate homes.

The rarity of these lots you own title right to the waters edge or "high water mark"!! These exclusive deeded lots were created prior to the early 1900's right to the water act enabling the owners to own right to the high water mark of the river creating very very private estate lots!! The beautiful nature park, Bowmont Park, in all of it's natural splendor is directly behind & across the river creating a wildlife extravaganza! Gaze up the river from your new home in this very exclusive…

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Once again I am proud to announce RE/MAX Real Estate (Central) and my Individual Professional Accomplishments for 2019:

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE (CENTRAL) 2019 Achievements:

  • #1 RE/MAX Office in the World for Total Real Estate Sales Volume
  • Top 3 Contributing RE/MAX Office in Western Canada for the Children's Miracle Network program

KEN RICHTER 2019 Achievements:

  • The #1 Selling Bowness and Montgomery Area Specialist for over 25 Consecutive Years*
  • Top 3 Individual Agent** at RE/MAX Real Estate (Central), the #1 Total Sales Volume RE/MAX Office in 2019**
  • Top 75 Individual Agents in all of RE/MAX Western Canada**

*based on number of closed transactions **based on sales volume

THANK YOU to all of my valued clients. Your…

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Montgomery goes upscale... Modern! Brand new 4 townhomes for sale attracting a fast paced carefree urban lifestyle! Approximately 1700sqft of upscale total living space. Amazing amount of large windows flood sunlight into all rooms of this four unit Chic Modern trending townhouse units.

Total of three bedrooms,3 & a half bathrooms(2 ensuites),cozy gas fireplace in living room, quartz counters thru out,lower recreation/media room, 3rd bdrm & 4-pce bath.High end $7000 appliance package as similar to show suite.All window treatments included in this turn-key development.All units have patio/deck areas!! Quiet trending NW inner city area close to shopping, local high end restaurants,only a short commute to downtown, U of C, 2 hospitals only mins away &…

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The Merriam Webster Dictionary defines downsizing as "undergoing a reduction in size." Downsizing is sometimes used as a negative--a company may let go employees when forced to downsize due to a bad bottom line--but sometimes used as a positive--like when we clear out the clutter in our life. There are also positives and negatives when it comes to downsizing our home.

Buying a smaller home can be as liberating as it is hard work. However, if it is what is best for you and your family, it is worth it. If you are contemplating downsizing to a smaller home, make sure you think through the following carefully.

Positives to Downsizing:

  • Home maintenance ease (both indoors and outdoors).
  • Fewer Home Expenses
  • Investment Diversification &…

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Montgomery goes upscale... Modern! Brand new 4 townhomes for sale attracting a fast paced carefree urban lifestyle! Approximately 1700sqft of upscale total living space. Amazing amount of large windows flood sunlight into all rooms of this four unit Chic and Modern trending townhouse units.

Total of three bedrooms,3 & a half bathrooms(2 ensuites),cozy gas fireplace in living room, quartz counters thru out,lower recreation/media room, 3rd bdrm & 4-pce bath.High end $7000 appliance package as similar to show suite.All window treatments are included in this turn-key development.All units have patio/deck areas!! Trending NW inner city area close to shopping, local high end restaurants,only a short commute to downtown, U of C & 2 hospitals only minutes…

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UPDATE:

Due to the COVID-19 virus, many events across the City of Calgary are being cancelled or rescheduled. Venues and businesses are following the advice of Alberta Health Services and adjusting daily to ensure patrons have a safe, positive experience. We strongly recommend that you connect with any place you were planning on attending an event to see what the latest status is. 

We would also like to take this opportunity to encourage you to practice safe social distancing and self quarantine. Everyone's participation is required if we want to see the end of this global pandemic. For information on how you can keep yourself and you loved ones safe during these unpredictable times, we recommend going right to the source! Visit Alberta Health…

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At the beginning of each month, the Calgary Real Estate Board releases a summary of what went on in the Calgary Real Estate market the previous month. These summaries are a fantastic way to stay up to date on what is going on in real estate. They are particularly valuable to those of you in the process of buying, selling or investing. Even if you are just beginning to consider a making a move, you should be checking out the Calgary Real Estate Board for information that will ensure you make informed decisions. 

Click this link to see all the summaries available and other important real estate news!

In today's market it is more important than ever to make educated, strategic decisions. One way you can do this is to keep up to date on market going…

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