Top 5 Home Improvements

Before embarking on any kind of home renovations, it pays to know what will add the most value to your home. Here are some key home improvements that will add value to your house by improving its re-sale value:

1. Home Additions and Extensions

An addition adds more space and that brings the biggest re-sale return and adding a second story, or extending a bungalow is worth the investment. Bedrooms, living room and kitchen are the best candidates as they are the most commonly used.

Tip #1: Seriously consider whether or not you are over-renovating. Many homeowners think that the only way to increase the value of the home is to spend money on expensive remodels. Sometimes the simplest or least expensive update can give you the best return. 

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June Markets in #YYC

Who doesn't love the thrill of finding something unusual at a market? Be it a tasty treat that you haven't sampled before, a cool new gadget or a funky piece of art; summer markets in Calgary do not disappoint! 

For this week's blog, we run down our #Top5 picks for June Markets in Calgary.

1. MARKET COLLECTIVE ~ SUMMER TAKEOVER AT THE ST.LOUIS HOTEL

This market is running all summer at the historic hotel nestled next to the new Central Library and the National Music Centre. Featuring the usual fun exhibitors, this market will also have art installations, food trucks, DJs and musicians. There is even a basketball court outside!

http://marketcollective.ca/

2. INGLEWOOD NIGHT MARKET

Yes, we have mentioned this before, but if we are…

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#YYC Events this week - Our picks June 3, 2019

Funnyfest Calgary Comedy Festival

All week – multiple venues

Running from May 29 – Jun 9 this is a fun way to beat the heat if you’re so inclined! This festival enters its 19th year and is featuring 70 comedians taking the stage. Multiple venues will host a minimum of 6 comedians on each bill and tickets are only $20.

funnyfest.com

CHROMA Art Installation

All week – Southcentre Mall

Totally Instagram worthy! A must see – this is an innovative public art installation from local Calgary artists. It is inspired by the colours of spring and is truly a fun experience for the whole family to check out while shopping at the mall.

Southcentremall.com

Inglewood Night Market

Every second Friday – starts June 7th

Get out and…

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Our Fave YYC Patios - May 27 2019

Our Top 5 #YYC Patios

Now that the warmer weather has arrived, Calgarians want to get outside and enjoy the sunshine!

Fun Fact: Calgary has the most hours of sunshine in Canada at an average of 2396 hours and 333 days of sunshine!

We have rounded up our Top 5 patios to enjoy a libation and something to eat.

1.        Rooftop Bar at Simmons

•          Outstanding view of the Bow River and RiverWalk; nature and people-watching!
•          Umbrellas and patio heaters
•          Awesome food – try the burger, one word: phenomenal!

2.     The Ship & Anchor

•          A YYC staple, The Ship has a casual vibe and is located right on 17thAve
•          Great selection of beer to sip on one of the communal picnic tables
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Exterior Home Maintenance

Exterior Home Maintenance

We understand keeping the exterior of your home maintained can be extremely time-consuming and overwhelming. However, managing your outdoor property is crucial in preserving the structure and longevity of your home.

1. Vegetation.
Trees, bushes and other plants can cause damage to your home’s siding and roof. Branches can scrape against your home, causing cracks and damage that can lead to unwelcome pests. Neglected vegetation can also trap moisture along the foundation of your home, leading to mold and mildew.

2. External Faucets.
To prevent freezing, be sure to winterize all external faucets during the coldest months of the year. Disconnect hoses, turn off the water supply and…

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OPEN HOUSE - 131 TARADALE DR NE CALGARY

Open House Saturday April 21, 2-4pm. Come and check out this great starter home in Taradale, Calgary! Wonderfully maintained, newer stainless steel appliances, new deck, shingles...huge yard with rear garage and space to park your RV. $344900

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Real estate advice my father never gave the young me

     My father gave me lots of good advice over the years. I wish he was still around to give me more.
     The advice he never gave me that I wish he had, though, was to buy real estate. Any real estate. 
I moved out of the family home for good at 27 (kind of embarrassing back then, but not a big deal now) and spent the next nine years renting a small apartment after I moved to another city to work. It was a nice, comfortable place that I remember cost $500 a month. I'm not going to multiple 500 by 108 months but that was a lot of money spent on rent.
     At the time, where I was living I could have gotten a small detached home for well under 100,000. I could have rented out a room and proceeded to go to town on the principle of my mortgage.
     Oh well.
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