When it comes to housing affordability, how does Calgary compare to other major Canadian cities?

If your home is the most important investment you'll ever make, your REALTOR® is a close second. Like any sound investment, the best agents will give you more than you bargained for.

In Crestmont West, the newest extension to the established estate community of Crestmont, some interesting new multi-family designs are hitting the market.

Given the current economic situation across the province, the big question on many Calgarians' minds these days is, "can I afford to buy a home?"

With an Alberta provincial election set for this spring, there's no question what the number-one topic of discussion and debate will be among politicians and the public over the coming months: the economy.

That was the message delivered at a recent event hosted by the Calgary Chamber of Commerce that featured four panelists discussing the upcoming election and the economic landscape.

We've probably all heard someone say they'd love to buy a condominium, but they don't like the idea of paying condo fees.

"We see that $500 condo fee and ask, 'what do I get?' " said Bernice Winter, CEO of Condo Check, a Calgary company that provides condominium services, including document reviews.

Some tasks, like open heart surgery, don't scream "do it yourself." Fortunately, there are many home renovation projects that are perfectly suited to a hands-on approach.

As the calendar turns over, people are revving up to refine and refresh their lives and lodgings, and what better way to do just that than a home makeover?

For enthusiasts of the food hall phenomenon, comparing these facilities to food courts is like equating a Mercedes to a Hyundai because they both have wheels. Inspired by a European tradition, food halls can more accurately be described as a cross between an upscale food court and a farmers market.

Now, the trend that's captivating much of Canada has come to Calgary.