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What You Should Know About Reverse Mortgages in Calgary

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You may hear about reverse mortgages in television and radio commercials, and there’s the possibility a reverse mortgage could be a boon to you. To help you understand why they exist and how you could benefit from one, let’s go over what you should know about reverse mortgages in Calgary. What Is a Reverse Mortgage? … Continued

Safety Precautions for Moving During COVID-19 in Calgary

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In our latest post, we offer safety precautions for moving during COVID-19. Like seemingly everything happening in 2020, moving from one home to the other comes equipped with its unique set of additional obstacles and stressors. To help you with successfully making the transition to your new fortress of solitude, here are some important safety … Continued

What You Should Know About Buying a Second Home in Calgary

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Thinking about buying a second home in Calgary? Making the decision to purchase a second home is a big undertaking that can also come with substantial rewards. To put you in the right frame of mind and prepare you for the important details, here’s what you should know about buying a second home in Calgary. … Continued

6 Reasons To Avoid An FSBO Listing of Your House In Calgary

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For many people, a rule of thumb is to avoid an FSBO listing at all costs, whether they’re buying or selling. They do whatever they can to avoid listing their houses for sale by owner – even if it costs them more – and they also steer clear of looking at homes not listed with … Continued

5 Unexpected Moving Costs Calgary Buyers and Sellers Should Be Aware Of

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Changing your residence can be full of unexpected moving costs, and the numbers can add up quickly. To properly prepare, both buyers and sellers need to know about these costs so no one is surprised at the last minute. Here are 5 unexpected moving costs Calgary buyers and sellers should be aware of. INSURANCE COVERAGE AND … Continued

What Calgary Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About Cloudy Title

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Cloudy title is one of those terms that you don’t hear much about until it happens to you. And when it happens to a buyer or a seller, it can quickly tank a sale right before it’s ready to go through. To protect yourself as either a buyer or a seller, it’s important to understand what … Continued

Closing Costs Explained For Calgary Buyers and Sellers

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When you’re buying or selling a home, it can be difficult to get closing costs explained in a way you understand easily. From knowing whether your purchase is subject to an escrow deposit to knowing who pays the appraisal fee, it can be confusing. Closing costs – or the fees associated with the purchase of … Continued

4 Things You Should Do Before Showing Your House In Calgary

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Showing your house in Calgary can be incredibly stressful, especially if you have young children in your house. It feels as if everything needs to be completely picked up at all times so you can accommodate requests for a showing at the drop of a hat. After all, the better you can work around the … Continued

6 Staging Secrets For Your House In Calgary

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If you’re sitting around waiting for your house to sell, it can feel as if everyone else has some special staging secrets that you aren’t privy to. But don’t worry – We’re blowing the lid off those secrets that real estate agents and staging professionals everywhere use to help home sell faster and for higher prices. Here … Continued