Real Estate Blog - February, 2024

The Art of Perception: The Psychology of Home Staging to Attract Buyers

The process of selling a home involves more than just listing it on the market. Creating an appealing environment that resonates with potential buyers can significantly impact the selling process. Home staging, which is the practice of decorating, organizing, and displaying your home in its best light, is essential. Here are some tips to stage your home in a way that will positively psychologically influence prospective buyers: 

• First impressions are powerful and can significantly influence buyers' perceptions of a property. A well-staged home creates an immediate sense of warmth and welcome, setting a positive tone for the rest of the viewing.
• Buyers often make decisions based on emotions rather than logic. Home staging aims to evoke…

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10 Reasons We Love YYC

In honour of Valentine’s day tomorrow, we thought we would share our top ten reasons why we love YYC! Calgary is such a fantastic city, and we are so proud to call it home. Here are a few of the wonderful things that everyone loves about this amazing city:

1). Calgary is incredibly close to mountains! Great towns like Canmore and Banff, nestled quaintly in the mountains, are only a mere hours drive out of the city! This makes Calgary the ideal place for people who love to hike, travel, and explore.

2). Downtown life in Calgary is thriving! The city has done a fantastic job of making downtown a safe and fun place to be! With beautiful art instalments, old buildings to marvel at, and easy transit access, downtown Calgary is a fantastic place…

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Why I Love Bowness

My family has lived in Bowness and Montgomery since 1955, and I (Ken Richter) also attended and graduated from Bowness High School in 1976. Bowness is where my wife Vivian Richter and I raised our children, who also attended public school from K to 12 here. Over the past 40 years I have been a Bowness Community Minor Hockey Coach for 9 years, participated in other Bowness sporting teams, and helped organize numerous community special events. Over the years, my wife Vivian also volunteered with the Bowness Figure Skating Club and assisted and supported our family with many BCA activities. Today our immediate family all live and play in Bowness, including our children and grandchildren.

Every year we sponsor the BCA Holiday Dinner and the Annual…

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Winter Safety Precautions for Home Buyers and Sellers

The winter season brings its own set of challenges for home buyers and sellers. Snow, ice, and cold weather can create hazards that need to be addressed to ensure a safe and smooth real estate transaction. Whether you're buying or selling a home during the winter months, here are some essential safety precautions to consider.

For Home Buyers:

• Wear Appropriate Footwear: When touring properties in winter, wear footwear with good traction to prevent slips and falls on icy or snowy surfaces.
• Watch Your Step: Be cautious when navigating driveways, walkways, and stairs that may be slippery due to ice or snow. Use handrails where available and take your time to avoid accidents.
• Schedule Inspections Carefully: Schedule home inspections during…

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Fun Things To Do This Family Day Long Weekend in Calgary

Family Day Long Weekend is here! Breathe a sigh of relief, YYC. You have an extra day to relax and have some fun after coming through a cold winter spell. Here are some fun things happening around the city this weekend for you to check out: 

• Burger it Forward:  "Support food banks locally and across the country while you savour Canadian beef burgers this February! It's time to BURGER IT FORWARD! In 7 regions across Canada, participating restaurants are grillin' up delicious beef burgers in support of food banks from February 1st to 29th. Beef farmers and ranchers across the country are helping to 'beef up' food banks. As part of the national campaign, for every campaign featured burger purchased, Canada Beef will donate the equivalent of 1 meal…

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JUST LISTED: 5910 Bow Crescent NW

Welcome to one of the last remaining homes from the 1940s on the prestigious Bow Crescent! These rare estate lots, each over one-third of an acre, are highly coveted and offer a glimpse into Calgary's history.

This property boasts an exceptional location on Bow Crescent, featuring a meticulously maintained, mature treed lot that extends 330 feet deep. Surrounded by several multi-million dollar homes, this lot is primed for the construction of a new dream home. One of the most captivating features of this lot is its gentle slope leading down to the water's edge, with ownership rights extending to the high water mark of the river bank.

The charming 1945 two-bedroom house on the property is in impeccable condition, having been lovingly preserved…

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JUST LISTED: 4645 83 Street NW

Welcome to a meticulously maintained, owner-occupied, fully developed bi-level half duplex boasting a total of 4 bedrooms plus a den, nestled on a serene street in the heart of Historic Bowness!

The long-time owners are ready to part with their cherished home, offering over 1,700 sqft of total living space that exudes pride of ownership. This home has been lovingly maintained and updated over the years. The main floor features a spacious country kitchen and a separate dining area. Patio doors lead to an expansive front balcony, perfect for enjoying the outdoors. A cozy wood-burning fireplace with a gas lighter graces the living room. The main floor also includes convenient main floor laundry and two large bedrooms.

The fully developed lower…

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Valentine's Day Ideas for Everyone

Sound the alarm! Valentine's Day is TOMORROW, so mark your calendar! While some people do not like Valentine's Day, brushing it off as a Hallmark Card holiday, we always appreciate an opportunity to show people we love them. Here are some ways to spread  love to everyone in your life this Valentine's Day, regardless of your relationship status: 

• For your Coworkers: Nothing says 'I Love You' at the office quite like a box of Tim Horton's Donuts and fresh coffee. It is a classic Canadian gesture and will be sure to have the break room raving.
• For your Family: Most families appreciate nothing more than quality time. Carve out an evening to get together for dinner and board games, or to watch the big game. Being in each others presence is…

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Renovation Ideas to Increase Your Property's Value

Renovating your property is not only a way to enhance your living space, but also a strategic investment to increase its value. If you're looking to sell now or in the near future, making sure you home is still attractive and trendy is important. Strategic renovations can significantly impact its market worth. Here are some renovation ideas to consider:

1. Kitchen Remodel: The kitchen is often considered the heart of the home and a focal point for buyers. Consider updating cabinets, countertops, and appliances for a modern look. Adding a fresh coat of paint and new fixtures can also breathe new life into the space.
2. Bathroom Upgrades: Bathrooms are another area where renovations can add value. Consider upgrading fixtures, installing a new vanity,…

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January 2024 Calgary Real Estate Market Update

Here are the highlights from The Calgary Real Estate Board's market report for January 2024, which you can read in full by clicking here:

• "January sales rose to 1,650 units, a significant gain over last year's levels" (Calgary Real Estate Board).
• "[There were] new listings totaling 2,137 units in January. New listings rose for homes priced above $300,000, but the largest gains occurred for homes priced above $700,000" (Calgary Real Estate Board).
• "With 2,150 units in inventory, levels are near the January record lows set in 2006 and are nearly 49 per cent below the long-term average for the month" (Calgary Real Estate Board).
• "The months of supply in January was 1.3 months" (Calgary Real Estate Board).
• "The unadjusted benchmark price…

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