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Dec. 19, 2012 | CREBNow
Walking in a Winter Wonderland
While the winter snow can be the bane of Calgary drivers' existence, it can also provide hours of family fun and entertainment. With so much to do in Calgary during those few months when the snow flies, the CREB® Real Estate News has selected six activities ranging from skating on the Bowness Park Lagoon to making maple syrup candy at Fort Calgary.
Dec. 19, 2012 | CREBNow
Single-Family Living with Benefits
A condominium generally refers to the privately owned unit you'll call home and the common areas, which can include hallways, the exterior of the building, green space and other areas for which owners share responsibility.
Dec. 19, 2012 | Cody Stuart
The Best of All Worlds
Heading into 2012, CREB® predicted an 11 per cent increase in sales, citing the persistent record low interest rates that have greeted Canada homebuyers since 2009 as a key contributor to the increase. Instead, the Calgary area experienced a 23 per cent increase in year-over-year sales in October and is headed for equally positive numbers by the end of the year.
Dec. 17, 2012 | CREBNow
Test Your Knowledge
When building a new home or commercial business or even a deck in your own backyard, the City of Calgary has permit applications and requirements necessary before you pick up a hammer and nails. To learn more about building permits in the city call 3-1-1 or check out www.calgary.ca. How much do you know?
Dec. 17, 2012 | CREBNow
How To: Buy a Home
Buying a new home is one of the biggest investments a person can make. Before you make that leap, here's a few simple steps to make your home purchasing experience a smooth one.
Dec. 17, 2012 | CREBNow
How To: Prepare Your Home for Sale
Whether you're upsizing for an expanding family, downsizing for the golden years or just looking for a new place to call home; here's a few easy and affordable tips to make your house an eye-catching piece of real estate for potential buyers when it comes to selling.
Dec. 17, 2012 | CREBNow
Alberta Housing Starts Approach Highest Level Since 2008
Alberta construction notched a solid gain in November, and starts are within a hair of the highest level since early 2008 amid relatively strong housing momentum on the prairies. According to a release from BMO Economics, housing starts in Alberta reached an annualized rate of 38,900 in November. With one month to go in 2012, year-over-year starts in the province have increased by 33 per cent.
