June 2009

New Feature Added to Our Site to Enhance your Calgary Real Estate Search

Monday, June 29th, 2009 at 6:25pm. 126 Views, 0 Comments.

We have just added another feature to enhance your property search experience on our Calgary Real Estate website. If you do a Calgary MLS® Search or browse our Calgary Community pages, you will now see two buttons, "Previous" and "Next" added on the top right corner in the Property Detail views. These buttons will allow you to browse the properties easier and faster than before.

We hope you enjoy this new feature and if you have any feedback, feel free to contact us at any time through this site.

If you have any real estate needs, feel free to contact Justin Havre, A top producing REALTOR® with CIR Realty through my Calgary Real Estate website or by calling 403.294.1500

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Just Listed - 2024 28 Ave SW - Stunning 3 Storey Home in South Calgary

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 at 9:37pm. 337 Views, 0 Comments.

Welcome to 2024 28 Ave SW - This Luxurious 3 Storey Home in South Calgary was Just Listed and is being offered for $1,175,000. With over 3300 square-feet of developed living space over 4 levels. Modern and spacious floor plan with 3 over sized bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, custom built in cabinets, 2 High Efficient furnaces, in-floor heat system in basement, 3 fire places, on demand hot water system and much more. Built and designed by Streetscape Developments with today's life style in mind.

View additional information, images, virtual tours and interactive floor plans by visiting the property page here.

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Photo Tour & Virtual Tours

For your private tour of this stunning home contact Justin Havre, a top producing…

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Market Watch - June 2009 Housing Sales Continue to Trend Upward

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 at 1:14pm. 110 Views, 0 Comments.

Figures released by real estate boards around the country are showing a positive upward trend in sales driven by improved affordability and less uncertainty about the future. "Home sales have bounced back from the extraordinarily low levels recorded during the winter months," said Cameron Muir, BCREA Chief Economist. "Improved affordability and less uncertainty about the future are the main factors driving home sales higher." “This was the best May on record for residential resale home sales in Ottawa,” said Board President Rick Snell. “Homes in every price range are selling well, from starter homes to luxury properties. Homebuyers and sellers are showing a lot of confidence in the Ottawa real estate market,” he added. “We're now seeing greater…

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Understanding Title Insurance

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009 at 1:13pm. 111 Views, 0 Comments.

Title Insurance gives homeowners protection should someone else claim a legal interest in their property. It also protects homeowners against loss resulting from pre-existing municipal work orders, survey issues, certificate of location defects, unpaid taxes by previous owners and a number of other covered title risks such as Title Fraud. What is Title Insurance? When you purchase a home you're actually paying for title to the land: you acquire the right to occupy and use the space. Part of the price paid will be for the improvement, or the actual home, but the major cost of most property is the land itself. You obtain title to property when the owner signs the deed (transfer document) over to you. Title is then registered in the government’s land…

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Buying a Home? Take Charge and Be in the Pilot Seat!

Monday, June 8th, 2009 at 2:34pm. 117 Views, 0 Comments.

Does the idea of buying a home seem overwhelming to you? Do you ask yourself questions like: How much can I afford? How can I find the best loan? Should I buy a new or a resale home? Should I use an agent or look at homes on my own? You probably have many other questions too. Buying a home is one of the major decisions that you will make in life, and is one of the largest financial transactions in your lifetime. Although there is much to consider when buying a home, if you do your research and approach the home buying process with confidence, you will most likely buy a house that you will be proud to call home. Below are the three most important things to remember no matter where you are on the road to home ownership. If you follow them closely,…

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Pricing Your Home To Sell Fast In a Buyer's Market

Monday, June 8th, 2009 at 2:27pm. 100 Views, 0 Comments.

It's tough being the seller in a buyer's market. However, you can improve your odds with the right research. In many cases, making a smart deal and getting the best price comes down to studying your market and being an educated seller. It doesn't really matter how much money you think your home is worth. Nor does it matter what your agent thinks. The person whose opinion matters is the buyer who makes an offer. Price your home right Pricing homes is part art and part science. It involves comparing similar properties, making adjustments for the differences among them and tracking market changes. Study the supply and demand within your neighbourhood to consider whether to price your home above or below the market value. Pricing your home lower than…

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New Features added to enhance your Calgary Real Estate Search on this site

Saturday, June 6th, 2009 at 5:45pm. 163 Views, 0 Comments.

We have been working hard on this site over the past few months to make it the most user-friendly website for Calgary Real Estate listings. We are always adding new features and content to ensure that this is the most up-to-date website for you to use as often as you wish.

This week we added some new tools to the Property Details pages. We added Bird's Eye View and Google Directions to enhance your experience and to help you in your Calgary home search.

Bird's Eye View

Bird's Eye View allows you to view the street that property is on at 2 elevations, 50 and 100 yards above ground. This will give you a good idea of what the street looks like and how the houses are situated. The property is marked but it is not 100% accurate but is is usually with in…

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A Great Opportunity in Panorama Hills

Saturday, June 6th, 2009 at 11:38am. 137 Views, 0 Comments.

Just Listed 99 Panatella Blvd NW - NW Calgary Real Estate

Here is a great opportunity to get into this stunning Walk Out Bungalow located in the community of Panorama Hills. This 2 bedroom home has 1677sqft of living space above grade plus an unfinished walkout basement ready for development.

View additional information, photos, virtual tours & interactive floor plans HERE

This NW Calgary community has great appeal as it offers acres of green space, rolling hills, golf course, bike paths, parks and play grounds. All this, only 15 minutes from downtown Calgary. Visit my Panorama Hills Real Estate page for additional properties available.

Contact me if you would like to view this property or any other property in Calgary.

Justin Havre is a Top…

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What do Buyers want to Pay for You Home?

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009 at 9:42am. 104 Views, 0 Comments.

 If you’re selling your home, you’ll have a very personal
perspective on what it‘s worth. You’ll remember all the hours
you put into making the backyard flower garden beautiful, or
the work you put into renovating the basement, or the
money you spent on installing new hardwood floors in the
living room and hallways.
It’s natural to want these improvements factored into
the asking price.
However, potential buyers don’t have that same perspective.
Although they may appreciate the improvements made to the
home, buyers will only be interested in paying current
market value for your property. That’s the price for which
comparable homes with comparable features are currently
selling in your area.
Buyers don’t see all the hours you spent on
improvements and renovations.
What…

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Tuscany Real Estate Market Report for May 2009 - NW Calgary Community

Monday, June 1st, 2009 at 4:40pm. 99 Views, 0 Comments.

The community of Tuscany in NW Calgary continues to have great appeal as sales continue to shine. As of June 1st, 2009 there are 96 Active MLS Listings in this vibrant community that is very sought after by Calgary Families. There are currently (June 1) 9 properties that are under contract and there were 51 Sales recorded so far the month of May, 2009. Below is a snap shot taken of the Tuscany Real Estate Market on June 1st, 2009.

• The average Tuscany Home that is for sale is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 1,951 sqft 2 storey for $532,703.
• The Average Tuscany House that has sold in  May was a 1,634 sqft 2 Storey with a selling price of $424,941.
• The average Home has spent 33 days on the market in Tuscany before it Sold in May.
• The highest recorded MLS Sale…

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