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IS CALGARY AT RISK FOR RENTAL CONTROLS?

Posted on Sep 08, 2023 in Real Estate News



Rent in Calgary is becoming unaffordable for many local residents and newcomers alike. With our beloved city now experiencing a housing crisis due to lack of inventory and strong demand, many renters have been feeling the pinch. Rental rates have gone up approximately 40% in the last few years (depending on property type), but wages/earnings have n...

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CALGARY'S PLAN FOR THE HOUSING CRISIS

Posted on Sep 07, 2023 in Real Estate News



We're facing the hard truth right now that Calgary is in a housing crisis. The city is experiencing a critical housing shortage, creating affordability issues and beyond. Many people are finding it difficult to obtain shelter, both rental and purchase, and if they can find a place, being able to afford it has become a bigger obstacle than usual. Pl...

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TOP 10 MUST HAVE INFILL FEATURES

Posted on Sep 06, 2023 in For Builders & Developers



Builders and developers have a lot of difficult decisions to make throughout an infill project. It's important to save money where you can, but you don't want to skimp on the features most buyers are basing their decisions on. Whether you're designing a spec home or mainly selling presale, don't forget to design for the buyers who are shopping. Man...

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SEPTEMBER 2023 DEVELOPER REPORT

Posted on Sep 01, 2023 in Developer Reports



Single family new infill sales remain strong while new infill townhome inventory reaches critically low levels.

Single-family new infills posted 33 sales during the month of August, up from the 25 sales recorded last month, and up considerably from the 9 sales recorded in August of last year.

Single-family new infill inventory has eased slightly, to...

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IS YOUR NEW HOME AT RISK FOR RADON?

Posted on Sep 01, 2023 in For Infill Buyers



If you've been a homeowner in Calgary for any amount of time, you've likely heard of radon. Maybe you've taken it seriously and done your own research, or maybe you've dismissed it because you don't need one more thing to worry about. Regardless if you relate more with the former or latter, the following information is worth considering or sending...

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TOP INFILL MYTHS

Posted on Aug 21, 2023 in For Infill Buyers



We live and breathe new infills, so we don't like to see them dragged through the mud based on stereotypes. Today, we're standing up for our fellow infill by breaking down common misconceptions and shining a light on all they have to offer. 

MYTH: Infill homes are small
FACT: This myth tends to come from infills being narrower than other, older homes...

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