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Jan. 16, 2019 | Gerald Vander Pyl
Everything to consider before buying a winter vacation property
But as with any real estate purchase, the first step is deciding if buying a winter vacation home makes sense for you.
Jan. 09, 2019 | Donna Balzer
January in the garden: is winter watering necessary?
Lighter snow than normal in December has gardeners in Calgary wondering about watering their trees and perennial beds this month.I remember wearing shorts on the deck in December in the '90s, so this is not the first time we've had warm weather at this time of year. But dry winters are rare, so let's review the rulebook for gardeners about winter watering. The short answer is, don't do it.
Jan. 23, 2019 | Leah Cameron
Silvercreek Legacy affordable housing project will offer fresh start to families in need
Jan. 16, 2019 | Tyler Difley
How to turn your home into a short-term rental property
As the number of properties listed through short-term rental services like Airbnb and VRBO continues to grow, it's natural for homeowners to wonder if they, too, can extract additional value from their home. Have an extra bedroom, guesthouse or vacation property that sits vacant most of the time? Want to rent out your condo a few weekends a year to make a bit of extra cash? No matter your specific circumstances, here are some important dos and don'ts.
Jan. 16, 2019 | Natalie Noble
Let it snow: opportunities for winter fun abound in these three Calgary communities
Jan. 02, 2019 | Barb Livingstone
What they said in 2018
Some of the city's housing market experts share their thoughts on Calgary real estate in 2018 and what might lie ahead.
Jan. 16, 2019 | Mario Toneguzzi
Market for Alberta recreational properties is alive and well
When the Alberta economy was firing on all cylinders, Albertans were known throughout the country as the one demographic that was sustaining the recreational residential property market in Canada.
Jan. 09, 2019 | Andrea Cox
My First Home: Bryan Baeumler, HGTV star and renovation expert
Jan. 09, 2019 | Natalie Noble
Should you renovate before you sell?
Nick Lima, a Calgary REALTOR® who specializes in marketing renovated homes and those in need of renovations, says reaching out to the right experienced professional should be the first step.
