Calgary REALTOR® elected vice-president of Canadian Real Estate Association

The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) recently announced the election of Cliff Stevenson as vice-president of its board of directors. “I’m very thankful for the trust from my fellow directors,” said Stevenson. “With a great executive and a fantas…

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The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) recently announced the election of Cliff Stevenson as vice-president of its board of directors. “I’m very thankful for the trust from my fellow directors,” said Stevenson. “With a great executive and a fantas…

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Federal budget addresses housing affordability with first-time buyer incentive

Housing affordability was centre stage when the federal government announced the new First-Time Home Buyer Incentive program as part of their 2019 budget, and it promises to be a big campaign issue this fall. The program represents a major step towards…

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Housing affordability was centre stage when the federal government announced the new First-Time Home Buyer Incentive program as part of their 2019 budget, and it promises to be a big campaign issue this fall. The program represents a major step towards…

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Net-zero homes continue to gain traction in the Canadian housing market

One of the most interesting trends these days in the homebuilding industry is the growing popularity of net-zero homes. “Net-zero homes produce as much clean energy as they consume. They are up to 80 per cent more energy efficient than typical new home…

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One of the most interesting trends these days in the homebuilding industry is the growing popularity of net-zero homes. “Net-zero homes produce as much clean energy as they consume. They are up to 80 per cent more energy efficient than typical new home…

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Alberta politicians take aim at mortgage stress test

Alberta politicians at both the provincial and municipal level have recently spoken out against Canada’s mortgage stress test. First, United Conservative Party leader Jason Kenney told REALTORS® at CREB®’s annual forecast event on Jan. 30 that his part…

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Alberta politicians at both the provincial and municipal level have recently spoken out against Canada’s mortgage stress test. First, United Conservative Party leader Jason Kenney told REALTORS® at CREB®’s annual forecast event on Jan. 30 that his part…

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Alberta politicians take aim at mortgage stress test

Alberta politicians at both the provincial and municipal level have recently spoken out against Canada’s mortgage stress test. First, United Conservative Party leader Jason Kenney told REALTORS® at CREB®’s annual forecast event on Jan. 30 that his part…

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Alberta politicians at both the provincial and municipal level have recently spoken out against Canada’s mortgage stress test. First, United Conservative Party leader Jason Kenney told REALTORS® at CREB®’s annual forecast event on Jan. 30 that his part…

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Highlights from the CREB® 2019 Calgary Economic & Housing Outlook

2019 Forecast Summary Detached Market Outlook Attached Market Outlook Condo Market Outlook

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Two creative REALTORS® who thought outside the (lock)box

In the ultra-competitive world of real estate, thinking outside the box can give you the inside track to success. Canadian REALTORS® Patricia Houlihan and Dylan Mahaney may be from opposite ends of the country, but they share a flair for innovative mar…

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In the ultra-competitive world of real estate, thinking outside the box can give you the inside track to success. Canadian REALTORS® Patricia Houlihan and Dylan Mahaney may be from opposite ends of the country, but they share a flair for innovative mar…

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CMHC’s mortgage loan insurance explained

Mortgage loan insurance has become a popular way for people to buy a home when they can’t come up with a 20 per cent down payment. “I would say that 95 per cent of all first-time homebuyers require the insurance,” said Calgary REALTOR® Crystal Tost. “I…

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Mortgage loan insurance has become a popular way for people to buy a home when they can’t come up with a 20 per cent down payment. “I would say that 95 per cent of all first-time homebuyers require the insurance,” said Calgary REALTOR® Crystal Tost. “I…

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Top 5 Reasons Condo Ownership Is Awesome

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Surrounding Area Check-In: Airdrie

Airdrie is quietly becoming an innovation centre and entrepreneurial powerhouse As one of Canada’s fastest growing mid-sized cities, Airdrie forecasts population growth of nearly 50 per cent over the next six years, with a head count that is expected t…

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Airdrie is quietly becoming an innovation centre and entrepreneurial powerhouse As one of Canada’s fastest growing mid-sized cities, Airdrie forecasts population growth of nearly 50 per cent over the next six years, with a head count that is expected t…

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Cannabis consumption dos and don’ts after Oct. 17

While the legalization date has been set for many months, some confusion remains about where Calgarians will be able to smoke, vape or eat cannabis and cannabis products after Oct. 17. Here’s a handy guide: *Cannabis consumption is regulated by the Cit…

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While the legalization date has been set for many months, some confusion remains about where Calgarians will be able to smoke, vape or eat cannabis and cannabis products after Oct. 17. Here’s a handy guide: *Cannabis consumption is regulated by the Cit…

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Calgary landlords and condo corporations scramble to regulate cannabis

On Oct. 17 cannabis will become legal across Canada. However, the reality of legalization for many Calgarians who rent or own in multi-family buildings or condominiums might be completely different from that of a single-family homeowner. The Alberta go…

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On Oct. 17 cannabis will become legal across Canada. However, the reality of legalization for many Calgarians who rent or own in multi-family buildings or condominiums might be completely different from that of a single-family homeowner. The Alberta go…

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