If you have ever bought a home or switched mortgage providers, you probably needed to get an appraisal done. An appraiser’s job is to evaluate your home and give the bank an independent, professional opinion on the value. When might I be required to get an appraisal done? Appraisals are often required by banks and […]
Having just represented a buyer in a “FSBO” situation, I wondered why my buyers had to go through so many hoops… Thanks to Avi Parmar from CIBC for providing the following. Financing Issues from the Lender Perspective When Trying to sell you Home “Sale by Owner” / Buying a Home not listed by a Licensed […]
Buying new has its advantages, particularly in Alberta. Last year, the provincial government implemented the New Home Buyer Protection Act. This act is intended to improve the standard of residential construction and offers consumers a higher level of security. Single-family homes, condos and multi-family dwellings are all covered. This program provides the most comprehensive protection […]
Even though I love my job, I welcome the opportunity to pack my bags, lock the door, and escape to somewhere near or far. My family and I love traveling. It provides an amazing opportunity to expand our horizons, create lasting memories and recharge. The anticipation of an upcoming adventure is often enough to put […]
Thinking of buying a home? It is an extremely exciting and rewarding experience, but there are a lot of things to remember and many important decisions to be made. This checklist will help you organize the process and carefully consider your options as you go. Refer to this list as a guide to keep your […]
According to a recent report by the Globe and Mail, over 75% of Canada’s newly self-employed workers are women. They are more educated than ever, and are rapidly rising to the top in many of the country’s largest corporations. They are proving that anything men can do, women can do better! Real estate is no […]
As a Realtor, I get asked one question all the time – “Is this a good time for me to sell my home?” There is no easy yes or no answer. However, there are a few different questions you can ask yourself to help you make the right decision. Will the current market work in […]
Last year was an exciting and record-setting time in the Calgary real estate market. Demand was high, prices increased and many sellers found themselves sorting through multiple offers on their home. Calgary’s growth was big news across the country and many outside developers staked their claim in our city’s active market. According to the Calgary […]
What does your perfect home look like? Is it a brand new house with gleaming floors and flawless finishes, or a sprawling family home in an established neighbourhood waiting for some TLC and your personal touch? Every buyer has something different in mind, and whether you choose to buy brand new or a re-sale, both […]
One of the most frequent questions I get asked is “How is the market?”. And my answer is usually, “depends if you’re buying or selling”. People love talking shop when it comes to real estate and most want to know if the market is going up or down and how fast houses are selling. Here’s […]
Last year, our family decided to take our camping experience to a whole new level. The five of us love the outdoors and share an appetite for adventure. Road trips with the small pop-up trailer were fun, but now we have an excuse to go even further, and take our time in the luxury of […]
Every so often, there is a new neighbourhood that knocks it out of the park with something unique, on trend, and well worth the investment for the discerning buyer. The community of Currie Barracks is exactly that. I was thrilled when a friend chose this uber cool neighborhood for her family. Currie Barracks has been […]