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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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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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Your New Nest

It’s time to spread your wings. Time to fly from the nest you once called home and find your own. Whether you are moving for school, work, or simply just to have an adventure, it’s a big deal! You’ll have to learn how to maintain a home, shop for groceries, and did you know that Wifi costs actual money?

Chances are that one of your many firsts in moving out on your own will be finding a home to live in! It can be rather daunting when you look at all the options, percentages, prices, and glamour of it all. However, fear not!

A realtor is your ‘in’ into the world of real estate. Your agent wants to help you find the perfect beginners property, so utilize them to the full extent of their abilities!

To help aid the process, we have come up with a…

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Confidential Market Evaluation

The Real Estate market is constantly changing, making it difficult to always assess the current value, and this is especially true due to the recent flooding.

Ken Richter knows your neighbourhood. He has been selling properties in Bowness and Montgomery for over 27 years. As a trained real estate professional, Ken has extensive knowledge and the right tools to determine your home’s value. If your home’s value has been affected by the floods Ken can help you with the challenging issues you may be experiencing.

Call 403-630-6363 today for a current confidential market evaluation by a proven professional whose strong commitment to his real estate career and team have established him as a Top Selling Realtor in Calgary!

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Why Realtors Are So Valuable

Buying and selling a home is a complex process requiring real estate expertise to ensure the transaction is completed competently and professionally. Realtors have access to pertinent information such as current market conditions, comparable prices and neighbourhood trends, to name a few.

Realtors will assist you in your home search, help you determine your buying power and understand your financing options, help you negotiate and guide you through the closing process and much, much more. In fact, Realtors will manage all the details of your real estate transaction providing you with priceless advice to save you money, and ultimately…peace of mind.

Team Ken Richter has prepared home sellers and home buyers for the adventure of entering the market…

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Roommate Wanted

Having a roommate is an adventure.

Many people end up becoming the best of friends with their roommates, creating a friendship that can last a lifetime. If you get along well with the person sharing a space with you, it makes living with them so much easier! There will always be things you don’t always agree on, but it is always nice to come home to a friend.

On the other hand, having a roommate could be a nightmare. If you don’t get along well with the person you are living in close proximity to, it can make for a world of miscommunication, purposeful negligence, and passive-aggressiveness that makes home less welcoming than it ought to be.

Since none of us are big fans of the later happening, we want to make sure that your situation falls…

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Consider Being a RE/MAX Franchisee

RE/MAX has become one of the best-known names in the world – and one of the most respected. The RE/MAX name is synonymous with quality, integrity, professionalism and experience.

As a RE/MAX franchisee, you too, can take advantage of the RE/MAX reputation. RE/MAX offers you the chance to build your own business in your own community. The chance to become an entrepreneur in business for yourself, but not by yourself.

The RE/MAX system provides its franchisee’s and their agents with a highly robust and complete platform of business solutions including the opportunity to network and consult with some of the top broker/owners and the services and support you need to be successful in the Real Estate industry.

Did you know that RE/MAX has been named…

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Selling In The New Year

Selling or Looking to Sell in the New Year? If you’re looking to sell your home in 2013, it’s a great opportunity to make improvements and better position yourself for a successful outcome.

One of the key things a homeowner can do if they’re planning to sell is clear out the clutter. De-cluttering helps to open up the space so the potential buyer can imagine themselves living there and not focusing on stepping around or tripping over the extraneous stuff! De-cluttering and donating will make for a more organized, less stressful move.

Staging your home before you put it on the market is another proven technique for selling a home. Whether you hire a professional home stager or do it yourself, staging a home for sale is a great way to reduce the time…

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The RE/MAX Network

Team Ken Richter is proud to be a key player within the RE/MAX Network for many reasons, but specifically because as a company, RE/MAX has the philosophy that the spirit of generosity directly translates into being successful in business.

RE/MAX was founded in 1973 by Dave and Gail Liniger, real estate industry visionaries who still lead the Denver-based global franchisor today.RE/MAX is recognized as a leading real estate franchisor with the most productive sales force in the industry and a global reach of more than 85 countries. As a powerful world recognized brand whose network of people are constantly sharing ideas and information, they are not only the number 1 real estate company in North America, but the largest contributing sponsor of the…

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