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April 2021 Housing Statistics

The Calgary housing market continues to blow expectations out of the water. While some believed it would take years for us to recover from the coronavirus pandemic, after wave two we say the market skyrocket. This April was no exception: Calgary recorded it's highest sales for April in a very, very long time. Here are some of the highlights from the Calgary Real Estate Board's report:

• "There were 3,209 sales in April"
• "Recent price gains and tight market conditions have encouraged many sellers to list their home this month."
• "Demand was strong enough to absorb the additional supply, ensuring the market continues to favour the seller."
• "4,670 new listings coming onto the market in April, inventory levels trended up relative to last month…

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How To Find Your Forever Home

Some homes are temporary landing pads. They may be a rental place while you save for your first deposit, a smaller property you use to build equity towards something larger one day, or something else. Whatever it is, it served you well, but now it's time to find that forever home people write stories about.

By forever home, we don't necessarily mean forever. We just mean a property that is going to be a long term home, where you will likely spend the majority of your years. This home will hold a significant place in your heart and memories, so make sure to choose carefully! The following are some tips on what to look for and keep in mind as you search for your forever home:

First, recognize that this isn't a situation you need to rush into. Take…

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Real Estate Shows on Netflix

It's been a chilly week for Calgary as we experience our annual April snowstorm. With advice to stay at home due to rising COVID-19 cases, more people are going to be settling in with snacks and Netflix this weekend. And, if you're looking for some fun real estate shows to watch, here are some recommendations: 

Selling Sunset: "Selling Sunset is an American reality television series on Netflix created by Adam DiVello. The series revolves around the Oppenheim Group, a high-end real estate brokerage firm in Los Angeles, and follows a group of agents as they navigate their personal and professional lives" (Wikipedia). This show has three seasons so far, with another two coming soon! Watch it now to see some incredible homes in LA. 

Tidying Up with…

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Best Dog Parks in YYC

It's a dogs world and we're just living in it! Calgary, Alberta is home to a whopping 122,325 dogs; and that number is growing every day. That means that for every ten people, there is at least one dog. What a glorious statistic! Because of Calgarian's affinity for their pooches, the city has designated many off leash dog parks so that pups can run wild and free. Places such as Edworthy Dog Park provide acre upon acre of space for dogs to explore. Not a fan of dogs? Don't worry; the city also enforces strict guidelines on these dog parks to ensure responsible pet ownership and to be good stewards of the land.

Some of the most popular dog parks are:

• Edworthy Dog Park
• Riverbend Dog Park
• Nose Hill Dog Park
• Sue Higgins Dog Park
• …

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March 2021 Real Estate Statistics

We have been happy to report good news month after month when it comes to the Calgary real estate market. This month is no different - great job, Calgary! This is why we have loved serving the city of Calgary for over thirty years. Each day is exciting and filled with possibility. Through every downturn and curveball, Calgary pushes on with tenacity! 

The Calgary Real Estate Board has released their statistics summary. Here are some highlights from their report, which you can read in full by clicking here. The bottom line? The Calgary real estate market has seen the best sales in over a decade!

• "The initial impact of COVID-19 on the housing market began last March. One year later, it is not a surprise that March sales in 2021 were higher than…

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Easter at Home

Happy Easter Long Weekend!

This weekend may not feel like a long weekend since most of us have been stuck at home due to COVID-19 social distancing protocals, but Easter is definitely still worth celebrating! This is a holiday that represents new life and springtime, two things we could use these days. Here are some creative ways you can celebrate Easter from home this year:

1.  Attend Church from Home: "Many churches have now made their services available online, either through a live stream or through a recorded podcast. If your own place of worship doesn’t have streaming capabilities, 'visit' another church instead. Furthermore, you may not be passing around the offering plate at church, but consider making an Easter-inspired donation to an…

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Staycation Ideas for Spring Break

Spring Break is next week for many students in the Calgary public school system. While some have already been working from home as they attend school virtually, starting next week children everywhere are going to have a lot more free time on their hands! Since traveling somewhere exotic for Spring break is not an option this year, we've rounded up some Staycation ideas for your kids this spring break. Read on for details!

DIY Olympics: Each day of spring break have a different competition for your kids to compete in. Events can range from an obstacle course in the house to a puzzle competition. Craft little medals for them and then do a big winners banquet of their favourite treats and meal at the end of the week. This will give them something to…

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Calgary In the Midst of a Hot Real Estate Market - Act Now!

Right now is a great time to enter the real estate market.

While many people did not believe we would be saying that anytime soon due to the ongoing shutdowns and restrictions that came from coronavirus, we are pleased to report that Calgary’s current real estate market is hot! Whether you are looking to buy or sell, now is a great time to spring into action.

We are currently in a Seller’s market. If you’ve been considering putting your home on the market, now is a great time to do so. The Calgary Board of Real Estate reports, “Conditions are [strongest] in the detached sector of the market, especially for product priced below $600,000, where strong sellers’ market conditions are present with less than two months of supply.” List your property…

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The Importance of a Home Inspection

Buying a home is an incredibly exciting process, especially once you have found a home you like! Many buyers are overwhelmed with excitement as they walk through a home that feels like the perfect fit: the neighbourhood is great, it's close to work and schools, the home itself has everything on their 'needs' list and even a handful of things on their 'wants' list. It's sparkling with that staged home look and they're already imagining where their belongings will find a new sweet spot. An offer is made and accepted, and the home officially is set to (hopefully) go to the new owners after the specified time. They find a home inspector just to make sure everything looks okay under the hood, and...

Mold. Cracks in the foundation. Pipes that need…

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The History of Daylight Savings

Daylight Savings is this weekend, and we are springing forward! We may be losing an hour of sleep, but it means we’re one hour closer to spring blossoms and summer nights.

While most clocks will automatically spring forward these days, be sure to check items such as kitchen appliances and older vehicles. It’s always worth the small inconvenience to figure out how to change the time on these clocks—don’t be one of those people who leave it until autumn when we gain the hour back.

Why do we practice daylight savings? The main reason is to conserve energy. By setting our clocks ahead we gain more daylight hours in the spring and summer, which means less artificial light is needed during waking hours. To offset this adjustment, we lose an hour of…

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