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CIR REALTY Real Estate Review - October, 2020 - Provided by Steven Phillips

The sales in October in Alberta had a jump of 22.1% over October 2019 with a total of 5,696 sales. This combined with the listing inventory dropping by 16.3% to 24,867 listings across the Province has helped keep the markets balanced with 4.37 months of supply.  The recent sales increase can be attributed to lowering inventory, low-interest rates, a decline in household spending and increased savings. All of the larger markets showed marked improvements year over year with the exception of Grande Prairie and Fort McMurray which both experienced slower months in sales.  That being said, even with the uptick in sales over recent months, it hasn't been enough to exceed sales of 2019 except in the case of Lethbridge. The year to date adjustment in…

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Fall Home Maintenance Tips

As summer nears its end, and the warmer days left in the season are numbered, make your life easier by taking care of some end-of-summer maintenance tasks before colder air rolls in.  Some tasks are an absolute must for homeowners in colder climates, while others will just make your life easier:

• Test your heating system - It is recommended that you have your furnace inspected and serviced once a year.  Now is the right time for that.  You don't want to flip the switch on the first cold day of the season only to find you have an ailing furnace that requires repair.  Replacing your furnace filter should also be done and is something you can take care of on your own.  If its been a few months since it was last replaced, it is probably due.  You can…

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Pros and Cons in Purchasing a Condo

A condominium purchase is something that you should consider when purchasing a home. Here are a few great reasons why it's a good idea!

Pros of Owning a Condo:

Downsizing for Seniors and Older Adults

What better tenant that older adults are retired or semi-retired! When the hectic years of raising a family flow into the tranquillity of retired or semi-retired empty-nesting-for-two, they typically are looking to get rid of their big homes and settle into a simpler life. They may be travelling more and will take good care of your investment.

Minimal maintenance – No shovel required

In condo land, there’s no grass to cut and no exterior maintenance. As a condo owner, you can watch the work happen while you continue with what you do for a living. Also,…

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Tips to Buying or Selling Your Home During COVID-19

Thank you for putting your trust in us as we guide you through the process of purchasing or selling real estate during COVID-19. We know that now more than ever it is vital to have the right company behind you to navigate these waters. We are so proud you have chosen to work with us, and we want you to know that we do not take that responsibility lightly.

Secondly, it’s important to recognize that real estate is an essential service, and our agents are well informed and ready to work with you to fulfill your real estate goals and needs. We are educated on the intricacies of protecting you, your property and how to most effectively navigate the real estate transaction during this pandemic.

We working with CIR Realty are leading the industry on…

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Top City of Calgary Attractions for Tourists Visiting

Notable Attractions:

The Calgary Stampede (Starts 1st Friday of July) 10 days - The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth" https://www.calgarystampede.com/

The Calgary Zoo https://www.calgaryzoo.com/

TELUS Spark Science Centre https://www.sparkscience.ca/

Studio Bell, National Music Centre https://www.studiobell.ca/ 

Heritage Park Historical Village & Gasoline Alley https://www.heritagepark.ca/ 

Peace Bridge

Central Library https://calgarylibrary.ca/read-learn-and-explore/central-library/ 

Calgary Tower https://www.calgarytower.com/ 

Glenbow Museum https://www.glenbow.org/ 

Calaway Park https://www.calawaypark.com/ 

Fort Calgary https://www.fortcalgary.com/ 

The Military Museums https://themilitarymuseums.ca/ 

WinSport…

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Tips for Painting or Staining Your Windows and Doors

It is important to stain or paint your doors and wood-framed windows to help to maintain the life of the products. It's important to think of these important steps especially if you are doing it yourself.

The casing is the trim around all your windows and doors. It is typically unfinished when they are installed in case of any damage when moving things inside and around the house. Unfinished casings will also allow you to customize them to suit your own needs. Plan to purchase wood filler when you plan to finish the casings for a smoother finish. All casings will have nail holes or small gaps during installation that need to be filled prior to painting or staining. Most home improvement stores or paint stores can help to choose the best type…

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Calgary Malls and Shopping Centres

Here is a quick list of all the large-sized malls in the city of Calgary. This list does not include local community strip malls. If we are missing any, feel free to email us to add it in. 

Indoor Malls:

CF Chinook Centre

Visit the website for a full directory: https://www.cfshops.com/chinook-centre.html

6455 Macleod Trail SW, Calgary, Alberta T2H 0K8
403.259.2002

Over 250 stores and restaurants including a newly renovated food court with 20 vendors, 8 restaurants inside and outside of the mall, bowling alley, movie theatre, and professional medical tower with over 55 medical professional offices. Chinook Mall is easily accessible by Transit, Chinook Station is only 2 blocks away and they've recently built a +15 over Macleod Trail…

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Legal Things

Why you should have a Will?

Estate: Is all the property and money owned by an individual when they die. 

Will: Is a legal document prepared by a person prior to their death that outlines how their Estate will be given out after their death. It is important to have a lawyer prepare a will to avoid legal problems. 

Intestate: A term used for a person who dies without a valid Will. Contact a lawyer or public trustee for instructions on how to handle this situation.

Holograph Will: A handwritten will signed by the person making the Will. A witness is not required to sign a Holograph Will; however, it is a good idea to have two independent people witness the signature. This type of Will may not be legal in all provinces.

Executor: Is…

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Information about New Green line LRT - Calgary Transit LRT - Future Project

New LRT Line to Be Built in Calgary, Alberta. It will be built in a few stages. The first stage is ready to be approved in early 2020. 

The following stations are proposed to be built in the first stage. Which is expected to be completed by 2026. 

1. 16th Avenue North
2. 9th Avenue North
3. 2nd Avenue South West
4. 7th Avenue South West
5. Centre Street South
6. Ramsey/Inglewood
7. 26th Avenue South East
8. Highfield
9. Lynnwood Millican,
10. Ogden
11. South Hill
12. Quarry Park
13. Douglas Glen
14. Shepard (for Maintenance and Storage Facility).

Good transportation infrastructure connects our communities and people, creates jobs and gets us to and from work efficiently so we have more time to do what we enjoy. The Government of Canada, in…

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Home Renovation Tips

As much as we love our home renovations, there's no denying that the process can nevertheless be a stressful one. Some of that is due to the myriad of details, ranging from large choices like siding colour and style to the smallest, like doorstops or light covers.

And a good chunk of the stress can come from working with contractors. From personality styles to deadline stress, the homeowner-contractor relationship can be a tricky one.

To keep a project running smoothly and to reduce stress, consider these tips for working with a qualified, professional contractor:

• Communicate clearly and in detail. From the first walk-through to the final check, make sure you are clear in your expectations and goals. Put it all in writing, from the…

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