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Celebrating Father's Day & Neighbour Day

Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 16th!

It is a day dedicated to celebrating old, new and honorary father figures for the presence they have had in our lives. They do so much to make this world--and our worlds, in particular--a better place. Just like our other loved ones, Fathers deserve to be celebrated every day. However, on the official Father’s Day, it is nice to go the extra mile.

Conveniently, this year Father's Day Weekend is also the same weekend as Calgary's Neighbour Day, which takes place tomorrow, June 15th! Neighbour Day is a celebration of Calgary's incredible community spirit, designated by Mayor Nenshi following the devastating 2013 floods. Neighbour Day is a time to celebrate what makes our city great!

Here are some fun…

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June 2019 Events

Get ready to kick off summertime this June with some incredible events! 

June 7 Inglewood Night Market : Inglewood is one of our favourite picturesque neighbourhoods. Check out their annual night market for great deals, sweet treats, and new local vendors ready to bring you all the goodies you need this summer!
June 15 Calgary's Annual Neighbour Day : This fantastic day was designated by Mayor Nenshi to celebrate the fantastic community efforts that went into helping Calgary recover after the devastating 2013 flood. Use Neighbour Day as your opportunity to serve your community and to celebrate with fellow Calgarians. We live in a wonderful city and are proud to be Calgary strong come hell or high water!
June 19 - 23 Sled Island Music Festival: This…

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Celebrating Mother's Day in Calgary

Happy Mother's Day to all of the incredible moms out there! Whether you are going to be a mother, are currently a mother, or have been a mother in the past, our hats are off to you. There is something so incredibly valuable about the role of a mother; in whatever form or shape that might look like. It is not something we take for granted, so on all days, but especially this day, we would like to extend to you our sincerest gratitude.

If you are looking for a way to celebrate your mother this Mother's Day, look no further than Calgary, Alberta! There are so many fantastic goods and services to take advantage of around the city to make this Sunday extra special for all the moms in your life. Here are some ideas for distinctly Calgarian things to do…

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April 2019 Statistics

The Calgary Real Estate Board's big headline this month? "APRIL BRINGS A SLIGHT INVENTORY DECLINE." Why so dramatic? Because for months now Calgary's real estate market has been struggling with massive oversupply in the market, leading to a buyer's market at a time when few people were able to buy. This news is an exciting turn of events (one which was forecasted at the start of the year) that will hopefully bring increased stability to the real estate market here in Calgary, Alberta. 

In their media report, CREB notes, "There have been no significant changes occurring in sales activity, but the number of new listings coming onto the market continues to ease relative to 2018 levels. The decline in new listings was enough to start chipping away at…

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Why Now is A Great Time to Buy!!

I feel incredibly honoured to receive the news that I ranked #24 in all of RE/MAX Western Canada and #2 at the #1 RE/MAX Office Worldwide, RE/MAX Real Estate (Central) for sales volume in the month of March 2019. I couldn’t have done it without my amazing team, loyal clients, and my wonderful family and friends. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your continued support!

Sincerely,

Ken Richter
RE/MAX Real Estate (Central)

It is starting to feel like spring in Calgary, Alberta; and not just because the snow is melting and the grass is turning green. It feels like spring because the real estate market is starting to see movement again, a sign that brighter days are on the horizon. Given the circumstances one thing is becoming…

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Tax Benefits of Owning A Home

Owning a home in Alberta, Canada comes with many benefits; especially during Tax season.

Buying a home in Calgary, Alberta is a dream for many people. While getting to explore new types of homes and neighbourhoods as a renter is fun, actually owning a property enables you to do so much more that it's worth being more stationary. For example, you can paint however you like and put nails in the walls. You can renovate the space to meet your needs and even rent out some of it yourself. You can proudly call yourself a homeowner, and come tax season, you can claim a number of benefits and deductions.

First, for you first time home buyers, you can claim a tax credit of up to $5000.00 for the purchase of a qualifying home during the tax year. So long as…

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April 2019 Real Estate Statistics

It's that time of the year again... the Calgary Real Estate Board has released their latest market statistics summary. This one goes over everything that happened in the Calgary real estate market during this last month of March. Did St. Patrick's day bring the Calgary real estate market some good ol' Irish Luck? Read on to find out.

If this is your first time reading these stats, here is what you need to know: ever since the last oil crash that hit Alberta's economy hard, the Calgary real estate market has been struggling to recover. As people lost their jobs, couldn't find jobs, were forced to go further in debt and drained their savings, owning a home became a distant memory or a dream, but not a reality.

This had a severe impact on the…

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April 2019 Events

Get ready for spring with some incredible events coming up this month!

April 6 The Women's Show – This fun annual event is the perfect opportunity to celebrate everything to do with womanhood! There will be massive giveaways, innovative products and services, a fashion show and a keynote speaker. Bring your favorite gal pal and enjoy an afternoon at the women’s show.

April 9 - May 12 Billy Elliot The Musical – This musical has been a staple in the London, England theatre scene for many years. The heartwarming tale of a small town boy with big dreams of dancing is similarly relatable to Canadians, which is why Arts Commons is bringing it to life! You do not want to miss this spectacular show.

April 13 Calgary Law Day – Do you have an interest in…

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Selling During A Buyer's Market

Calgary was established in 1875, garnering its name from the Isle of Gull in Scotland. Fun fact: loosely translated from the original Norse language, Calgary means 'cold garden.' For years people have flocked to our great city; this beautiful, cold garden; in search of something more. Calgary has always been viewed as a welcoming place for those seeking more opportunities for themselves and their families. Here at Team Ken Richter, we are proud to be Calgarians.

One of the biggest draws to this city has been the energy sector. Many jobs in the oil and gas industry are based in Calgary. If you ask any Calgarian, chances are someone in their immediate family works in the energy sector. Because of this great opportunity to find work in a booming field,…

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March Events

There are so many fun things to do in Calgary this month! Check some of them out and experience everything this vibrant city in Alberta has to offer.

March 5: Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra Concerto Competition - Watch the best of the best compete in this inspiring event. Calgary is home to some truly incredible musicians that have spent thousands of hours honing their craft. Marvel at their great skill and enjoy a night of beautiful music.

March 6: Heritage Park Ghost Tours - They are back and more popular than ever! The Heritage Park Ghost Tours sell out almost immediately every single Halloween, so they are making a ghostly visit this spring for one night only. Act now if you like haunting encounters...

March 9: Calgary Baby & Tot Show -…

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