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September is a month of getting back into routine. Gone are slow summer days of sleeping in, wandering around the park and having a cold drink around the fire. Now is the time for waking up to the alarm, checking off a to-do list and settling back into another season of back to school and work. This transition can be exciting and overwhelming all at once.

Another element to our September? New COVID-19 regulations and restrictions. As Alberta endures a fourth wave, following a wide open summer, it feels like our horizons went from boundless to more restricted than ever before. If you’re feeling disappointed and frustrated, you’re not alone.

We encourage everyone to focus on the positive. Let’s give our attention to what we CAN do, not what we can’t…

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Welcome to a great 4 unit Bilevel style (illegal suited) 4 plex moneymaker! One owner for the last 23 years who has meticulously maintained this excellent revenue property!!


Very large Bilevel style (large lower windows) approx. 1,100 sqft. per side units, offering 2 bedrooms up and fully self-contained two bedrooms illegal suites down. (The city has relaxed their guideline to legalize these suites). Located on a huge 50x125ft M-C2 zoned lot for higher density for future development!! The lower levels are currently vacant for showing purposes and upstairs rents are low @ $970/month, on a month to month tenancy. The tenants pay the electricity and the owner pay the other utilities. There is a huge double garage plus 2 additional parking stalls.…

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And just like that, September arrived!

August was another busy month for Calgary real estate, though we did see things slow down as the spring and summer rush faded out. The market remains strong for buyers, sellers and investors moving forward. Here are some of the highlights from the Calgary Real Estate Board's monthly report:

  • "Citywide sales in August reached 2,151 units, 37 per cent higher than last year and 25 per cent higher than long-term trends."
  • "On a year-to-date basis, the eight-month total of 19,516 sales is higher than annual sales figures recorded over the past six years."
  • "The months of supply in August was nearly three months... Some improvements in supply compared to sales have been slowing price growth."
  • "As of…

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This weekend is the September Long Weekend!

Monday is Labour Day, which is a national holiday. You may be wondering, what even is Labour Day?

Office Holidays writes, "the origins of Labour Day in Canada can be traced back to a printer's revolt in 1872 in Toronto when labourers tried to establish a maximum 54-hour workweek. At that time, any union activity was considered illegal and the organizers were jailed. Protest marches of over 10,000 formed in response. This eventually led to the Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald repealing the anti-union laws and arranging the release of the organizers as well. The parades held in support of the Nine-Hour Movement and the printers' strike led to an annual celebration. The date was officially declared as…

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Very, VERY rare opportunity to purchase 100ft frontage (almost 1/3 of an acre) on beautiful Bow Crescent!!!! Amazing mature treed, 100ft x 127ft south rear-facing, corner lot!!!

Long time ownership by one family. Two deeded separate lots are currently on one title. Current zoning is R-C1 but has the potential to be re-zoned considering the "Main Streets" initiative...... Currently, there is an older story and half character home in need of TLC on the property, but the highest and best use for this property is to subdivide and re-build. Across the street are the Bow river properties backing onto the Bow river that are priced well over one million dollars making this an excellent redevelopment opportunity! Several new homes are under…

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Welcome to the perfect updated starter home! Almost all of the major building components are recently redone in this three-bedroom, one and a half bath, Bi-level style semi-detached duplex!

Located on a quiet street on a massive and extra-wide 30-foot fenced lot! Several built-ins throughout the entire unit including high-end finishes, including wainscoting and chair rail accents, 6 inch high baseboards, some solid core doors, beautifully finished wood window casing and more! Two newer bathrooms, beautiful handmade oak kitchen cabinets, separate dining room, newer window throughout, huge west facing rear deck(very private), and an updated 100 amp electrical panel plus much much more!! AND here's the bonus.... a huge 24x22 heated double…

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Back to school season is right around the corner! As schools begin allowing students to trickle in, some opening their doors for the first time since March 2020, it feels like a whole new world out there. If you have students in your household, here are some tips to get you mentally prepared for back to school season as we continue to grapple with COVID-19 and talks of mask mandates, vaccinations, lockdowns, fourth waves and more…

1). Create a Health Checklist: Patch Magazine writes, “create a checklist to help you figure out if your child is up to date with their immunizations, they're getting enough rest and if they are mentally prepared for the school year. You'll want to get them back on a sleep schedule, organize their medical records and schedule…

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August is one of the busiest times of the year for rental properties. This because one major portion of renters are students preparing to go back to school in September. With so many people looking for affordable housing in Calgary, renters and landlords need to be informed. 

Renting is a great option if you are not planning permanent settlement in the location or if you cannot yet afford to purchase a home. Renting gives you the freedom to negotiate terms (such as payment, length of stay, etc.) and allows you to "shop around" until you find a location you want to stay in permanently. 

If you are planning to permanently live in the location and can afford a down payment on a house and a mortgage, we highly recommend you look into purchasing a…

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Calling all developers, builders and renovators!! Welcome to a real handyperson special!

One owner for over 40 years selling this 2 bedroom plus a den 900sqft bungalow on a huge R-C1 53x120 south rear lot on a quiet cul-de-sac location. This quiet enclave in Bowness is near the river(this area did not flood), schools, playgrounds and etc. Close to two hospitals, the U of C, a short commute to downtown and easy access west to the mountains. The location is also close to the new Sunnyside development featuring Superstore, Trinity Hills box stores and the new Farmers Market in Greenwich. Great value!

 

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There are many reasons why homeowners decide to change their windows, including: water leakage, drafty seams, too much condensation (which can cause mould to grow on the interior), lack of outdoor noise control, poor temperature regulation, etc.. While cracks or breaks on the surface of the window are obvious cause for immediate replacement, the listed reasons for changing your windows are gradual issues that you need to keep a cautious eye on.

Many people choose to hire a contractor to come replace their windows. This is certainly a wise idea for large and/or heavy windows that will require precise professional care. However, for your average window, you can easily replace it yourself so long as you exercise extreme control and care. Don’t be…

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