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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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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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Happy Easter!

Easter – a wonderful and most beautiful celebration of spring and rebirth.

This time of year is often considered a time of renewal in our lives, the perfect time to start over – everything so fresh and new.

Springtime and Easter is also the traditional start of the house-buying season, so with a dream of starting anew and the guaranteed sunshine over the Easter weekend, it’s the perfect time to discover the Bowness/Montgomery area.

To begin your real estate adventure and your search for potential new homes click here.

To discuss the details of a listing or to view a current real estate listing contact Team Ken Richter, your Calgary, Bowness & Montgomery Realtor®. We’d be delighted to be of assistance.

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Washing Your Home

As part of your annual spring cleaning maintenance routine, take some time to freshen up the exterior of your home.

Since your house is exposed to the elements, the uneven texture and grooves of siding, painted surfaces and brick make ideal places for dust, dirt and debris to collect. To revitalize your home’s exterior try using a pressure washer.

Pressure washing is the most effective and efficient method of cleaning house exteriors. The high-pressure water stream can penetrate textured surfaces. A pressure washer will make quick work of cleaning houses of any size as they make it easy to reach even second stories without the use of ladders.

Most exterior surfaces can benefit from a good power washing, and not only give your home a quick…

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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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