The November stats are out, but they are not that important.  Similar to the stock market or mutual funds, the incremental different month-over-month does not matter unless you’re buying or selling right now. It’s the long term trends that are … Read More

It may sound unrelated but bad weather affects real estate. This is demonstrated most obviously by spring and autumn being the most active for sales and listing inventory.  In amazing summer weather, people want to spend time on the beach … Read More

For a clear perspective on the real estate market, you have to look beyond the headline. Although sales activity in October improved by nearly 10 percent compared to last year, the economy and the results of the election are having … Read More

September stats show that for the third consecutive month, the year-over-year data shows improved sales activity and the ease of new listings and inventory. However, the benchmark price is still 25% lower than last year. This trend is showing stabilization … Read More

  During a bad economy, bad news is often a sign of big opportunities ahead. What is happening now matters massively for our kids, for our grandchildren and even our great-grandchildren. The bad that we are experiencing could be positive … Read More

Schools back in session and the real estate market is picking up. August stats show an increase in sales and a reduction of new listing inventory. This will continue the trend toward balanced market conditions. Sales improved 6% compared to … Read More

The real estate market is finally trending towards stabilization. For the last four months in a row, inventories have declined compared to the respective months last year due to an improvement in sales and a decline in new listings. With … Read More

  Thank you to our friend, Nolan Matthias of Mortgage360, for sharing your mortgage expertise.   This article contains everything we know about the new First Time Home Buyer Incentive, plus the fine print that will make most home buyers … Read More

July real estate update – it is still a buyer’s market in Calgary. Although new listing inventory is down, there is still an oversupply so Calgary remains a great market to buy. If you are selling, you’ve likely noticed a … Read More

When you are selling your home the details matter, especially the timing of listing. The day you list, the time you list, and your initial marketing push will make a massive difference, especially in a tough market. When to list: … Read More