Renting an apartment in Calgary
With so many options available, renting an apartment in Calgary can be confusing, especially if you are a first-time buyer. With various options and a vast variety of facilities, choosing the right one can be a big decision. To make this task easier for you, here are five major things to consider before renting an apartment in Calgary.

Your Requirement

The foremost thing to consider when renting an apartment in Calgary is to check if the apartment fits your needs. The major aspects to consider with regards to your needs are your budget and the size of the apartment. When you have a set budget in mind, try and find an apartment within your budget. As for the size, if you are a small family or stay alone, having a big 3 BHK apartment will be a waste…

2287 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

The decision to buy a house in Edmonton is a big one. When you decide to buy a home, you are choosing a place where you will be living for years to come. What matters in such a decision is the kind of home you choose to buy. There are various types, styles, and designs of homes available for sale in Edmonton. When selecting beautiful houses, one often gets confused between a porch, patio, veranda and a home deck. While they all are outdoor additions to homes, there is a difference between porch and patio and similarly, between veranda and home deck.
Edmonton Home Rental Listings

Porch



  • Location – A porch, also referred to as front porch is an outdoor extension at the entrance of the house, covered with a complete or partial roof.

  • Built – A porch, though…

3218 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Real Estate Agent in Edmonton
What many people do not consider when looking for a house for rent, is the need to hire a real estate agent. Real estate agents are only considered when buying or selling a house. But why not consider them when renting? There are various benefits of hiring a real estate agent in Edmonton when renting a house too. Have a look at some of the benefits and decide for yourself.

Provides a Professional Approach

The major drawback when you select a house for rent on your own is the communication you have with the landlord. Since you have not worked in the realty market previously, you may lack the professional approach and skill to close the deal. Furthermore, if you are not careful, you may end up getting a bad deal due to your lack of experience. A…

2255 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Your neighbourhood has a lot of features that can help sell your home faster. Unfortunately, buyers don’t usually notice those features just by driving around. So, you need to make sure they get all the information they need about your neighbourhood.

 
For example, say homes don’t go on the market often in your area. That’s an indication that the quality of life in the neighbourhood is so good that no one wants to leave! In real estate we measure the area’s “turnover rate”, and it’s handy data to have when listing your home.

 

Another bit of data that buyers can’t simply see is the local crime rate. But, most police departments keep those statistics. If your neighbourhood has a low crime rate, that’s an obvious plus to sellers.


Demographic data…

3406 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Investing in real estate property and putting it out for rent is one of the many ways of earning income. A lot of planning and execution is required before renting a property in Alberta. Right from the initial choice to finalization of your purchase, you must keep a few things in mind. The geographic location of your land and accessibility to basic facilities such as markets and schools are important factors to consider before purchasing a rental property. Here are a few dos and don’ts of renting a property in Alberta:

Do’s

1. Do keep your budget and rental amount in mind

There are numerous costs incurred while buying rental property. The overall market value of the property keeps fluctuating as per demand and supply. Conduct an in-depth…

8835 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Is your basement space unused and you wish to utilize it to make the most of it? If yes, then you have landed at the right place. In this article, we have listed a few basement remodeling ideas, apart from a boring secondary living room, that can help you use your basement for the best-suited purpose.


  1. Laundry Room

    If you aren’t sure where to keep your washing machines and laundry chargers, you can consider putting them in your basement. Your unused basement space can be an amazing laundry room with ample space for your electronics as well as your laundry tasks.

  2. Home Theater

    Always wanted a home theater of your own but couldn’t have one due to space constraints? Don’t live without a home theater anymore. You can convert your…

2677 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

I just finished uploading this Condo for sale, 5005 31 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta

Beautifully renovated 3 Bed unit with large patio facing SE! Lots of natural light, 3 large bedrooms, 2 Full bathrooms and newer appliances. Master bedroom has a large walk-through closet and the ensuite bath has a jetted Jacuzzi tub! In suite landry is also included for your convenience. Large corner unit!

1946 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Is your home lease due to end in the near future? If yes, you surely must be confused whether you should renew your home lease or not. To guide you through this confusing phase, we have listed a few reasons why you must renew your home lease.

  1. Easier than New Home-Hunting

There is no question to this that renewing your home lease is a lot easier than searching for a new home and moving there. Finding a new house in Edmonton and moving into it is challenging, time-consuming, and you will have to undergo several processes. Whereas, for renewing the lease, in most cases, all you have to do is sign another lease.

  1. Saves You Money

Moving to a new house is an expensive affair altogether. From security deposits and downpayments…

2509 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

When you put your house for sale in the Calgary real estate market, receiving a low-ball home offer is disappointing. While you may have a certain price in mind for your home, potential home buyers tend to quote their price in the process of negotiation. A low-ball home offer is typically a price quoted way below the price quoted by the seller. Whether you like it or not, you have to reply to a low-ball home offer. Here are a few tips to help deal with a low-ball home offer.

home offer

Keep Calm

The first reaction to a low-ball home offer is anger and disappointment. Having spent so much for your house and putting it up for sale in the best condition, you might expect the best offers and buyers to agree to the price set by you. However, a low-ball home offer…

2498 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post