Calgary Real Estate Blog 
"Like" our Facebook Page for a Chance to Win Free Skiing!
Wednesday, February 1st, 2012 at 12:29pm. 53 Views, 0 Comments.
Get rid of your winter blues by exploring the amazing ski hills that Alberta has to offer! "Like" our Justin Havre Team Facebook page to be entered into our draw for a Sunshine Marmot Card. You could win three free days of skiing at the beautiful Sunshine Village or Marmot Basin Ski Resort. We will do two draws when we reach 500 "likes," or by FEB 15th.
Sunshine Village Ski & Snowboard Resort is located in the world-renowned Banff area, just 90 minutes' drive from the city of Calgary. The terrain is suitable for all skill levels, and includes the Rogers Terrain Park. There, you can try your hand at the 40-foot down rail, the barrel spine, the pyramid ball, and other exciting features. There are a number of eateries on site, including fine dining at the
…Bank of Canada Maintains The Same Mortgage Rate For The 11th Consecutive Meeting
Thursday, January 19th, 2012 at 7:40pm. 245 Views, 0 Comments.
 Ottawa, Jan 17, 2012 -- With weaker outlooks for Europe and the U.S., the Bank of Canada announced earlier today that it is keeping its key policy rate steady, exactly where it's been since September 2010, which makes this the longest recorded rate pause. In its statement the Bank noted that "the recession in Europe is now expected to be deeper and longer than the Bank had anticipated", and that the "U.S. recovery will proceed at a more modest pace going forward." The Bank noted that while the Canadian economy "had more momentum than anticipated in the second half of 2011, the pace of growth going forward is expected to be more modest than previously envisaged, largely due to the external environment." The prime rate at most |
Selling Your House: When Will You Get the Best Value?
Wednesday, January 11th, 2012 at 9:04pm. 397 Views, 0 Comments.
 People decide to sell for a wide variety of reasons. It could be a work related move, expansion to make space for new arrivals, or less need for space due to a reduction in the number of family members living at home. Some people just fancy a change every once in a while and others decide to cash in when they think they’ve ridden price rises as far as they can. But is there a good or bad time of the year to sell? In most cases certain times of year are definitely more favourable than others. Should I sell my house in the Spring Real Estate Market? |
Why Should You Use a Real Estate Agent?
Wednesday, January 11th, 2012 at 9:01pm. 138 Views, 0 Comments.
 Real estate transactions are complicated and can be costly if completed incorrectly. Selling or buying a property is a process that is bound to be a little nerve-wracking and emotional. Buying or selling a property requires in-depth knowledge and experience in a wide range of disciplines. A real estate agent is more than a "sales person". He or she is a trained professional that acts on your behalf and provides you with a clear understanding of the legal issues and potential pitfalls. After all, one wrong move could result in unnecessary costs and frustration. Working with a reputable real estate agent that you trust can be the deciding factor in whether your house selling or buying experience is positive or negative. There are |
Just Listed 96 Chapman Road SE, Calgary T2X 3R2 - Chaparral Real Estate
Saturday, January 7th, 2012 at 6:00pm. 291 Views, 0 Comments.
Just Listed 7220 Ogden Rd SE, Calgary, Alberta T2C 1B6 $295900
Friday, January 6th, 2012 at 2:22pm. 326 Views, 0 Comments.
We just listed 7220 Ogden Road SE - Huge Opportunity for 1st time home buyer or Investor looking to take advantage of this great deal on this Bank Owned Property. Over 1900sqft above grade - 2 Storey Home with 2.5 bathrooms, 3 bedrooms & a double detached garage. 9FT Ceilings on this Open-Concept Main Floor with large Family Room at the front, spacious kitchen with full height maple cabinets, gleaming hardwood floors, large living room with carpet flooring, side entrance with tile floors & half bath finish the main floor. Stair case with Wrought Iron spindles lead you to the upper floor that consists of a spacious & bright master suite with 4pc bathroom, walk in closet & balcony. 2nd & 3rd Bedrooms are of good size, 4PC Bath & convenient 2nd floor
…Living the Good Life at Westgate Park Condos
Wednesday, December 28th, 2011 at 12:06pm. 245 Views, 0 Comments.
The condos and townhouses at Westgate Park have forever changed the cityscape of Spruce Cliff in Southwest Calgary. Where the Westgate Hotel once stood, three towers — Brava, Encore and Ovation — now stand. The Westgate Park condos are visually stunning structures that were built with great positioning in mind. The beautiful architecture matches their spectacular views of the Rockies to the west, the Bow River to the north, and Shaganappi Point Golf Course and the city skyline to the east.
The buildings were constructed in three phases, with the Brava building being completed in 2006, the Encore condominiums in 2008, and the Ovation tower in 2010. There are also 16 townhouses adjacent to Ovation. These townhomes, known as "park residences," include
…10 Questions to Ask Before Starting a Do-It-Yourself Project
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011 at 7:49am. 826 Views, 0 Comments.
 Regardless of how easy a home improvement project may appear, there are usually snags along the way. Ask people who have completed do-it-yourself (DIY) projects and they will tell you that the project took at least twice as much time and three times the money they thought they would spend. The basic reason is that DIYers usually make a lot of mistakes that end up making home improvement projects more expensive and time-consuming. The key to a successful project is usually the result of things that happen well before you pick up a tool. Careful planning, patience and an optimistic mindset are all that's needed to successfully complete any project. By answering the following questions before starting your project you can put |
Six Pricing Tricks To Sell Your Home Faster
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011 at 7:47am. 696 Views, 0 Comments.
 When you decide to sell your home, setting your asking price is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. Depending on how a buyer is made aware of your home, price is often the first thing he or she will look at. Many homes are discarded by prospective buyers as not being in the appropriate price range before they even have a chance of a showing. Your asking price is often your home's "first impression", and if you want to receive the most money you can for your home, it's imperative that you make a good first impression. Setting the asking price of your property is as much about knowing how buyers think as it is about how much the property is worth. 1. Price it right |
Market Watch – December 2011 Canadian Real Estate Market Continues to Shine
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011 at 7:43am. 150 Views, 0 Comments.
 The Canadian real estate market continued to show increases in listings, sales and average sale price when compared to the same month last year, according to statistics released today by the REALTORS® Association. The average annual rate of price growth remained strong in the third quarter, despite the upward trend in completions and active listings. The pace of sales remained brisk, keeping sellers' market conditions in place. Ontario - Healthy fall market continues in November Toronto, December 6, 2011 - Greater Toronto REALTORS® reported 7,092 residential transactions in November – up 11% compared to November 2010. At the same time, the number of new listings was up by 14% compared to last year. While the |
