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Where To See The Autumn Colours

Autumn is one of the most underrated seasons that Alberta has to offer. This is typically due to the fact that because of the Northern weather we all are subject to, summer is typically swept away September 1st and immediately replaced with frosty mornings and fluffy white stuff.

This year has been fantastic. Albeit that freak snowstorm back in September, summer has slowly stretched her limbs and transitioned into an absolutely gorgeous fall. The trees that were so damaged from the snow have shown tremendous amounts of resilience and are looking incredible.

This does not happen often, so take advantage of it! We are counting off our top three favourite places to go here close to home if you want to see the beautiful fall colours Alberta has to offer…

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Bowness & Montgomery

Avenue Magazine polled their readers recently, asking them if they believed their neighborhood had high property value.
The responses were complied and guess who made the top of the list? Montgomery and Bowness!

Both neighborhoods are ones that Team Ken Richter has been specializing in for years. With plenty of experience, Ken leads the way as not only one of Montgomery and Bowness’ top realtors, but one of Calgary’s top realtors. Why does Team Ken Richter like these communities so much? Here are some highlights of each:

Montgomery: Montgomery was rated number one in Avenue Magazine’s article! This does not surprise us at all—it is a fantastic neighborhood with loads to offer! With a rich history as one of Calgary’s first notable neighborhoods,…

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Finding The Perfect Neighbourhood

Buying a house is such an incredibly important decision. It is not something that homeowners do on the fly—any potential home needs to be investigated thoroughly and must be thoughtfully pursued. After all, a home is not simply four walls and a roof. A home is the garden in the backyard, the reading nook in the master bedroom, the driveway for basketball, the residents in the houses down the street, the stores and schools close by, everything that would be contained in your immediate surroundings. Remember: buying a home is not just about the property, it is about the neighborhood.

Calgary is an amazing city that is inclusive of everyone and every type of family. However, some neighborhoods cater to certain homeowners over others! Whether you have just…

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Predicting the Market

The Real Estate market sits in a fragile equilibrium that is understood by few, but should be understood by many. While you may think that understanding the market is something only your agent and other industry professionals can do, we are here to tell you that you, too, can predict what is going to happen.

You do not need professional schooling or years of experience to be able to predict where the Real Estate market is going: all you need to know are some basic terms and where to look. All of us at Team Ken Richter promise to keep you updated and help you in every way we can, too!

Your number one resource is your agent: they have loads of experience and can help explain to you why the market is headed in the direction that it is headed. This is…

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Open House Tips & Tricks

The time is nigh! You have signed on with your amazing Realtor (Ken Richter is wonderful, isn’t he?), you have a big ‘FOR SALE’ sign on the front lawn, and the day of your open house is coming quickly. Your house may be beautiful just the way it is, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t give it some extra attention. You need to make an amazing impression on all open house attendees, after all.

First things first, do some touch-ups! Paint over the chips on the walls, fix the loose banister railing, replace that burnt-out light bulb—just generally mend all scrapes and bruises that need fixing. While some people enjoy a project, most are not interested in buying your fix-er-up.

Do some home staging! Put away all the things that make your home unique to…

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Fall Activities

The fall is here and summer is over, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy the great outdoors! One of the best ways to do this is to join an organized sport, whether that be through your community sports association or your school! For those of you that have had enough of the great outdoors, there are plenty of indoor sports beginning this time of year, too.

The school sports starting this fall are mainly volleyball and football. Try out for your team and begin preparing for the season by eating healthier and getting active! Show your coach your dedication and confidence by introducing yourself to them and coming to the gym prepared and on time. Check your school’s website for tryout schedules. Good luck!

Community sports offer a plethora of…

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Preparing Your Home For Sale

September is here! It is a season of change as people head to new school semesters, new jobs, and in some cases new homes…

The fall is one of real estate’s busiest seasons as people are searching for a new home and seeking to put their existing one on the market. If you are one of those people who wish to sell their home, we have some tips for you!

Often times the notion of selling your home can be overwhelming because there are so many little things to accomplish and research. That is why having a real estate agent is so helpful—they can hold your hand and guide you seamlessly through the entire project.

First things first, set up a meeting with Ken Ritcher! While he specializes in the Bowness and Montgomery neighborhoods of Calgary, he has…

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Fall Market Forecast

The fall is officially here and with this new season comes changes in the real estate market that you should be aware of! We are here to give you some idea as to what has been going on in the market and what is likely to change so that you can continue to make informed decisions when it comes to property managing.

The end of 2013 and the first part of 2014 were highly productive, proving much more fruitful than what was originally predicted. Why is this? CREB’s chief economist, Ann-Marie Lurie had this to say about it: “Calgary is benefitting from growth in the energy sector. This has supported employment growth and helped attract record levels of net migrants to the area… These factors, combined with rising wages and low interest rates, produced…

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Fun Home Renovations

Close your eyes. We want you to imagine a space: a magical place, where your wallet produces unlimited cash, and where contractors and property limitations are non-existent. Imagine an empty building; a space untouched. Now, dream.

What colors do you paint the walls? What kinds of levels do you add? Are there secret passageways and slides coming out every window that all funnel into one beautiful, crystal-clear pool? No? Imagine harder! Dream big!

It’s unreasonable; the first thing you probably thought of was, “that is completely, 100% implausible.” Perhaps that is true—especially if you’re a big dreamer. However, what if we were to tell you that sometimes those “crazy” and “implausible” additions you wish you could have in your home aren’t so crazy…

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Getting Ready to Renovate

Renovations: they are a lot of work, but always worth it. Renovations are a great way to add financial and aesthetic value to your home. When some people think of renovations, they think of completely gutting a home and starting from scratch. However, a home renovation can be as simple as replacing a couple of door handles! Renovating can be simple updating, or completely adding something new to your home.

Whether your project is big or small, there are some very important things you need to get in order before the hands-on portion of the renovation begins.

The first thing you should do is get quotes. If you want to work with a contractor, get in touch with multiple and see what their rates are. Ask around and check online for reviews of work they…

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