Calgary Home Guide - 25 Mar, 2016

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SOFTENING PRICES PUT BUYERS IN CONTROL

Executive custom built home

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

MAR 25 - APR 22, 2016VOLUME 16, ISSUE 03, FREE

Oakridge2 storey condo townhouse with 2 bedrooms backing onto greenspace. Great location! Close to walking paths and Glenmore Reservoir. Large living room with wood burning fireplace and patio doors to large deck. Updated kitchen with stainless steel stove and fridge. 2 spacious bedrooms upstairs and 4 piece bathroom big enough for a washer and dryer. Walking distances to schools and all amenities. Great first time buy or investment property. MLS#C4036440

great LOcatiOn!

$209,900

Heritage HiLL Storey End Unit Townhouse with 1272 sq ft with 3 bedrooms up. Enjoy Mountain Views on your South facing yard with balcony and green space. Maple hardwood flooring on main floor with lots of natural light. Maple Kitchen cabinets with stainless steel appliances and large breakfast bar. Nook area opens up to balcony. Upstairs has large master bedroom with 3pc ensuite and walk-in closet. 2 additional good sized bedrooms and an additional full 3 pc bathroom. Upper laundry. The walk out basement is fully finished with media room. An affordable townhouse with modern touches and very well maintained. MLS#C4047316

MOuntain Views in cOcHrane!

$299,000

gLaMOrganGreat end unit in Glamis Green. Updated 2 storey with single garage. Hardwood floors and ceramic tile on main floor. Large family room with stone facing gas fireplace and patio doors leading out to private deck. Maple kitchen with granite countertops, black appliances and breakfast eating bar. 2 piece powder room. Flex room ideal for dining room or den. 3 bedrooms and 4pc bathroom upstairs. The master is spacious and has 2 large closets and private balcony. Single heated detached garage. Close to all amenities. Great first time buy or investment property. MLS#C4051084

end unit!

$259,900

$314,900

signaL HiLLBig and spacious ground floor corner unit condo with 2 bedrooms, den and 2 baths. Over 1200 sq ft. Cherry kitchen with tons of cabinet space and breakfast eating bar open to eating area with doors leading out to deck and large great room with gas fireplace. Large master bedroom with 4 piece ensuite with walk in closet. 1 other good sized bedroom and 4 piece and den. This unit comes with 2 titled, underground, heated parking stalls! Assigned storage locker and bike storage. This building has a car wash. Great location in the Westhills. Close to all amenities and LRT. Minutes to downtown. Great value! MLS#C4052587

grOund FLOOr unit!

$329,900

sunset ridge-cOcHraneBrookside Landmark Showhome with 3 bedrooms, 3 baths and single attached garage. Tons of upgrades in this great family home. Very bright and open plan. Kitchen with island, corner pantry and stainless steel appliances. Open to eating area and spacious great room. Sliding door off eating area to deck. 2 piece powder room. Upstairs has large master bedroom and 3 piece ensuite. 2 other good sized bedrooms and 4 piece bath. 2nd floor laundry area. Basement is ready for development. New home warranty and builder’s warranty. MLS#C4053121

LandMark sHOwHOMe!

$334,900

riVer HeigHts1010 sqft Bungalow built by Jayman Homes, 9ft ceilings with open concept kitchen with Island, maple cabinets, pot lights and stainless steel appliances. Large living room, 2 Pc powder room. Master bedroom on main floor with 3 piece Ensuite and large closet. Basement has been professionally developed with large living room, 1 extra bedroom and 3 piece bathroom. South facing yard with paving stones and sod, fully fenced and view of green space. Insulated Single attached garage. Great value!! MLS#C4052632

great VaLue in cOcHrane!

$348,900

HiLLcrest, airdrieWell Maintained Double attached garage, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathroom home with 1787 in Hillcrest In Airdrie, main floor has open concept kitchen with island and dark maple cabinets, living room with fireplace, nook has sliding doors to big deck and low maintenance yard. Upstairs has large bonus room, master bedroom with 4pc Ensuite, 2 other good sized rooms, basement is unfinished waiting for your personal touches. Original Owner home built by Excel Homes. MLS#C4050660

BeautiFuL FaMiLy HOMe!

$423,900

PattersOnExecutive 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom 2nd floor apartment condo with city views and large deck in showhome condition. Original owners. Concrete building with heated underground parking stall and large storage locker. Very bright and open plan with lots of windows. Bright, sunny kitchen with breakfast eating bar open to large dining area and huge great room with gas fireplace. French door leading out to large deck with city views. Large master bedroom with 3pc ensuite and separate walk in closet. Good sized 2nd bedroom and 4pc main bath. Insuite laundry. Newer carpets throughout. Pride of ownership shown throughout. Ideal for the professional couple or mature couple. 1 underground, heated parking stall and large storage locker. Quiet building and location. Exceptional value. MLS#C4050709

excePtiOnaLLy weLL Maintained!

$439,900

riVerBendTotally renovated from the Studs in and skillfully designed Bi-level with over 1900 sqft of total living space. Spacious Main Floor boasts new custom kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, breakfast bar and dining area overlooking the living room. Engineered Hardwood flooring. Master bed w/door to South Deck. 2 additional bedrooms up and 4 piece bathroom with dual sinks, free standing claw tub & Circular glass shower. The Soundproof Basement is an experience to behold!! Large Bedroom and Custom shelving in your walk in closet. Your own private retreat with Marble Tile in Spa featuring dual sinks, enclosed Standup Steam/Rainfall shower with glass subway tile and speakers. Another large Living or Rec Room area. Enjoy the summer evenings on the big South Facing deck, low maintenance and fully fenced backyard. Double detached insulated garage. Close to schools, Quarry Park, Downtown and community park down the street. Future YMCA and C-train station. Lots of upgrades throughout. A must see to appreciate. MLS#C4043006

tOtaLLy renOVated!

$489,000

great LOcatiOn!

$514,900

Len T. WongBroker

Laura o’ConneLLAssociate/Partner

VarsityExecutive a/c updated luxury condo in showhome condition. Over 1800 sq ft, 2 bdrms, den & 2 baths. 2 parking stalls. 2 large patios over 700 sqft. Spacious foyer open to the formal living rm with gas fireplace. Formal dining rm & sun rm open to updated maple kitchen with granite, designer tiled backsplash, high end s/s appliances including induction cook top & wall oven & breakfast eating bar open to nook/den area. French dr leading out to interlocking private deck. Gorgeous master bdrm with large sitting area & French dr leading out to another interlocking patio. 5pc spa like ensuite with jetted tub, separate steam shower & walk in closet. Flex rm with dbl French drs off master ideal for tv rm/den with dbl sided fireplace. Good sized 2nd bdrm. Recently installed engineered hardwd & recently painted thruout. Upgraded light fixtures. Spectacular landscaped grounds with gazebos. Amenities include pool, hot tub, steam rm, gym, games rm with kitchenette, library, theater. Close to Market Mall & U of C. MLS#C4050070

sPectacuLar aMenities!

$349,900

POint MckayClassy 2 bedroom condo with spectacular Bow River and river valley views! Updated kitchen with high end GE stainless steel appliances including double oven, Ceasarstone countertops and maple cabinets. Hand scraped oak floors from BC. Large living room open to eating area with lots of windows and tons of natural light to enjoy the incredible view! Door off eating area to deck with views. Spacious master bedroom with 2 piece ensuite and walk in closet by California Closets. Large second bedroom and 4pc bathroom. Meile stacked washer and dryer. 1 assigned parking stall. Everything is included in the condo fees except phone, cable and internet. 24 hour concierge. Building amenities include library and car wash. Discounted membership at the Riverside Club which includes a pool, tennis and gym. Additional parking stalls for rent through condo corp. Excellent location! Close to U of C, Foothills Hospital and minutes to downtown. Great value! MLS#C4047205

cLassy cOndO!

$374,900

westMereImmaculate 1819 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Double garage home located in Westmere with Central Air Conditioning. Main floor features hardwood flooring, open concept kitchen with large raised kitchen countertops, living room with stone fireplace and dining room which leads to spacious deck with gas line to BBQ. Upstairs has large master bedroom with walk in closet, 4 piece ensuite with large oversized shower and Jacuzzi Tub, heated tiled flooring. 2 other good sized bedrooms. Fully finished basement with soundproof insulation in ceilings, “dricore subfloor”, bedroom/flex room, large rec room and extra 4pc bathroom. Original owners and Pride of Ownership resides throughout. MLS#C4050014

iMMacuLate HOMe in cHesterMere!

$419,800

cOugar ridge Showhome condition townhome backing onto park 3 bedrooms and single attached garage with additional parking. Large living room with hardwood floors and lots of light. Spacious kitchen with dark stained cabinets, stainless steel appliances and raised breakfast bar. 2pc powder room. Upstairs has a good sized master bedroom with walk in closet and cheater ensuite. 2 other good sized bedrooms. 9 foot ceilings on main floor. On demand hot water. Balcony facing park, great fro BBQing and sitting outside. Close to all amenities. Excellent value! MLS#C4052108

exceLLent VaLue!

$369,900

windsOng-airdrie The Jive, by Mattamy homes. 3 storey home with single attached garage. West facing front door, a spacious foyer on ground level, includes a large closet, mechanical room with storage and access to a 23’x10’ garage. Upstairs on the main level, a U shaped kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, large granite countertop and abundance of cabinetry. Repainted main areas. Hardwood floors define the open concept living and dining room. In addition, a large balcony, 2 piece powder room and laundry with stackable washer and dryer. Upstairs, a sizeable master bedroom with a walk in closet and a 3 piece ensuite, a large second bedroom with closet and pocket nook with window, and a full 4 piece bath. Glass panel partition at front door for wind. No condo fees. Call to view today! MLS#C4052557

nO cOndO Fees!

$314,999

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riVer HeigHts1010 sqft Bungalow built by Jayman Homes, 9ft ceilings with open concept kitchen with Island, maple cabinets, pot lights and stainless steel appliances. Large living room, 2 Pc powder room. Master bedroom on main fl oor with 3 piece Ensuite and large closet. Basement has been professionally developed with large living room, 1 extra bedroom and 3 piece bathroom. South facing yard with paving stones and sod, fully fenced and view of green space. Insulated Single attached garage. Great value!! MLS#C4052632

great VaLue in cOcHrane!

$348,900

HiLLcrest, airdrieWell Maintained Double attached garage, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathroom home with 1787 in Hillcrest In Airdrie, main fl oor has open concept kitchen with island and dark maple cabinets, living room with fi replace, nook has sliding doors to big deck and low maintenance yard. Upstairs has large bonus room, master bedroom with 4pc Ensuite, 2 other good sized rooms, basement is unfi nished waiting for your personal touches. Original Owner home built by Excel Homes. MLS#C4050660

BeautiFuL FaMiLy HOMe!

$423,900

PattersOnExecutive 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom 2nd fl oor apartment condo with city views and large deck in showhome condition. Original owners. Concrete building with heated underground parking stall and large storage locker. Very bright and open plan with lots of windows. Bright, sunny kitchen with breakfast eating bar open to large dining area and huge great room with gas fi replace. French door leading out to large deck with city views. Large master bedroom with 3pc ensuite and separate walk in closet. Good sized 2nd bedroom and 4pc main bath. Insuite laundry. Newer carpets throughout. Pride of ownership shown throughout. Ideal for the professional couple or mature couple. 1 underground, heated parking stall and large storage locker. Quiet building and location. Exceptional value. MLS#C4050709


$439,900

riVerBendTotally renovated from the Studs in and skillfully designed Bi-level with over 1900 sqft of total living space. Spacious Main Floor boasts new custom kitchen cabinets, granite countertops, breakfast bar and dining area overlooking the living room. Engineered Hardwood fl ooring. Master bed w/door to South Deck. 2 additional bedrooms up and 4 piece bathroom with dual sinks, free standing claw tub & Circular glass shower. The Soundproof Basement is an experience to behold!! Large Bedroom and Custom shelving in your walk in closet. Your own private retreat with Marble Tile in Spa featuring dual sinks, enclosed Standup Steam/Rainfall shower with glass subway tile and speakers. Another large Living or Rec Room area. Enjoy the summer evenings on the big South Facing deck, low maintenance and fully fenced backyard. Double detached insulated garage. Close to schools, Quarry Park, Downtown and community park down the street. Future YMCA and C-train station. Lots of upgrades throughout. A must see to appreciate. MLS#C4043006

tOtaLLy renOVated!

$489,000

MckenZie tOwneGreat location for this showhome condition 2 storey with newly professionally developed basement. 9ft ceilings. Open plan with gourmet kitchen with extended height white cabinets, stainless steel appliances and large island with sink and tiled backsplash. Walk in pantry. Kitchen open to eat in nook and great room with gas fi replace. Flex room ideal for dining room or offi ce. Main fl oor laundry room. Large master bedroom with ensuite and walk in closet. 2 other good sized bedrooms and 4 piece bath. Large bonus room with door to deck. Basement is developed with rec room, bedroom and 4 piece bath. Built in speakers with surround sound. Includes hot tub and Vacu Flo. Fully fenced private backyard with hot tub and almost a triple garage. This home is excellent value and close to all amenities. MLS#C4052182

great LOcatiOn!

$514,900

siLVeradOCustom built 2 storey with developed bsmt backing onto park, creek & pathways. Located on a pie shaped lot. Updated thru out. Recently painted. New carpets. Plantation shutters & hardwood fl rs thru out. 9ft ceilings. Total of 4 bdrms & 3 baths. Flex rm off entrance ideal for dining rm or offi ce. Gourmet kitchen with centre isl, granite, designer tiled backsplash & s/s appl with new convection stove open to eating area & great rm with 2 storey Cathedral ceilings & brand new fp. Double French drs from eating area to recently painted deck & yard with views & garden area. Walk thru pantry leading into laundry rm with newer washer & dryer. Built in desk at top of stairs overlooking great rm. Spacious master bdrm with dbl French drs overlooking great rm & other set leading out to deck with views. 4pc ensuite with soaker tub, o/s shower & w/i closet. 2 other good sized bdrms & 4pc bath. Furnace replaced a yr ago. Bsmt was just done with family rm & bdrm. Rough in bath. Ready to move in and enjoy. Quiet location. MLS#C4051001

custOM BuiLt HOMe!

$617,900

gLen eagLes2366 sq ft 2 Storey, Double Garage home with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths in Gleneagles of Cochrane. Main fl oor features Offi ce and Formal dining room. Large white kitchen cabinets with Island, nook area and living room with fi replace. Door opens up to fully fenced yard facing walking path and a park just steps away. Upstairs has large bonus room that can be converted to a bedroom. Master bedroom has Mountain views, 5pc ensuite with dual sinks, stand up shower and jetted tub, large closet. 2 additional bedrooms and 3 piece bathroom. Fully developed basement with 2 additional bedrooms, large laundry room with sink. Rec room with fi replace and another 3 piece bathroom. Brand new garage door and dual fl ush toilets. Located on a quiet street. Well maintained, original owner home. MLS#C4052528

Quiet street in cOcHrane!

$548,900

VaLLey ridgeExceptionally well maintained air conditioned 2 storey split home in show home condition.3 bedrms, 3 bathrms plus a main fl oor den. Very bright & open plan w/vaulted ceilings in the living, dining room & kitchen. Totally renovated maple kitchen w/centre island & granite countertops. Open to eating area & huge family room with built ins & gas fi replace. French doors lead out to lrg deck w/stairs, nicely landscaped yard & deck.2 pc powder room, main fl oor den & laundry room w/sink & cabinets. Gorgeous staircase leading upstairs overlooking living & dining room. Lrg master bedrm w/4 pc ensuite with jetted tubs, separate shower & lrg walk-in closet.2 other good sized bedrms with4 pc bathrm. Bsmt ready for development w/lots of windows & rough in for bathrm.Brand new hot water tank(just installed in January).Ultra violet air fi lter.Double attached garage. Pride of ownership shown throughout. Quiet location. Easy access to the mountains or downtown. Excellent family home. Exceptional value. MLS#C4046215


$524,900

VarsityExecutive a/c updated luxury condo in showhome condition. Over 1800 sq ft, 2 bdrms, den & 2 baths. 2 parking stalls. 2 large patios over 700 sqft. Spacious foyer open to the formal living rm with gas fi replace. Formal dining rm & sun rm open to updated maple kitchen with granite, designer tiled backsplash, high end s/s appliances including induction cook top & wall oven & breakfast eating bar open to nook/den area. French dr leading out to interlocking private deck. Gorgeous master bdrm with large sitting area & French dr leading out to another interlocking patio. 5pc spa like ensuite with jetted tub, separate steam shower & walk in closet. Flex rm with dbl French drs off master ideal for tv rm/den with dbl sided fi replace. Good sized 2nd bdrm. Recently installed engineered hardwd & recently painted thruout. Upgraded light fi xtures. Spectacular landscaped grounds with gazebos. Amenities include pool, hot tub, steam rm, gym, games rm with kitchenette, library, theater. Close to Market Mall & U of C. MLS#C4050070

sPectacuLar aMenities!

$349,900

POint MckayClassy 2 bedroom condo with spectacular Bow River and river valley views! Updated kitchen with high end GE stainless steel appliances including double oven, Ceasarstone countertops and maple cabinets. Hand scraped oak fl oors from BC. Large living room open to eating area with lots of windows and tons of natural light to enjoy the incredible view! Door off eating area to deck with views. Spacious master bedroom with 2 piece ensuite and walk in closet by California Closets. Large second bedroom and 4pc bathroom. Meile stacked washer and dryer. 1 assigned parking stall. Everything is included in the condo fees except phone, cable and internet. 24 hour concierge. Building amenities include library and car wash. Discounted membership at the Riverside Club which includes a pool, tennis and gym. Additional parking stalls for rent through condo corp. Excellent location! Close to U of C, Foothills Hospital and minutes to downtown. Great value! MLS#C4047205

westMereImmaculate 1819 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Double garage home located in Westmere with Central Air Conditioning. Main fl oor features hardwood fl ooring, open concept kitchen with large raised kitchen countertops, living room with stone fi replace and dining room which leads to spacious deck with gas line to BBQ. Upstairs has large master bedroom with walk in closet, 4 piece ensuite with large oversized shower and Jacuzzi Tub, heated tiled fl ooring. 2 other good sized bedrooms. Fully fi nished basement with soundproof insulation in ceilings, “dricore subfl oor”, bedroom/fl ex room, large rec room and extra 4pc bathroom. Original owners and Pride of Ownership resides throughout. MLS#C4050014

cOugar ridge Showhome condition townhome backing onto park 3 bedrooms and single attached garage with additional parking. Large living room with hardwood fl oors and lots of light. Spacious kitchen with dark stained cabinets, stainless steel appliances and raised breakfast bar. 2pc powder room. Upstairs has a good sized master bedroom with walk in closet and cheater ensuite. 2 other good sized bedrooms. 9 foot ceilings on main fl oor. On demand hot water. Balcony facing park, great fro BBQing and sitting outside. Close to all amenities. Excellent value! MLS#C4052108

exceLLent VaLue!

$369,900

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cOLLingwOOd Extensively renoed a/c bungalow in showhome condition located in the heart of Collingwood. Walking distance to schools, church, transportation and amenities. 4 bdrms plus 1 in the bsmt and 3 baths. Hardwood fl rs just refi nished throughout. Formal living and dining rm. Renovated kitchen with top of the line appliances. Large master bdrm with 3pc renoed ensuite with o/s shower and his/hers closets. 3 other good sized bdrms, 4th bdrm/offi ce with patio drs leading out to secluded covered 2 tiered deck with interlocking patio and maintenance free vinyl fencing. Renoed 4pc bath. Developed bsmt with large family rm, bdrm, hobby rm, storage and workshop, laundry rm area and 4pc renoed bath with jetted tub with lots of built in cabinets. Upgraded furnace with Rinnai tankless water system, water softener and area for a summer kitchen. Single attached garage with long driveway for additional parking. Upgraded window coverings. Maintenance free yard. Quiet location. Excellent family home! Exceptional value! MLS#C4044662

estate HOMe!

$635,500

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Feature PropertyFabulous executive Sage Valley home a must-see, presented by Len T. Wong, ReMax Real Estate

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in this issue

6 Editors’ Note

9 OnlineMultifunctional spaces:Rooms that serve a dual purpose

10 Feature PropertyFabulous executive Sage Valley home a must see, presented by Len T. Wong, ReMax Real Estate

14 Design AdviceWhat is staging?

16 Mortgage adviceThe 5 biggest mortgage mistakes to avoid

22 Market AnalysisPrices soften in Calgary’s real estate market

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Home Guide is published by Yellow Pages Homes Limited, located at 2891 Sunridge Way NE, Calgary, AB T1Y 7K7. Home Guide is distributed throughout Calgary at free pick-up locations. This magazine carefully inspects all ads for accuracy, however, the publisher and the printer shall not be responsible for any mistakes, design errors or incorrect information which is provided by the advertiser or their representative. The advertising herein, including the photographs and all artwork, is the property of Home Guide and not that of the advertiser. The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in Home Guide magazine only and does not have the right to reproduce the ad in whole or in part in any other place or publication without the consent of the publisher.

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CAMERON REALTY GROUP INC. Dory Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

MAPLE LEAF REALTY Ken Yeoh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE Gary Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Len T. Wong & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Matt Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

ROYAL LEPAGE REAL ESTATE Chris Zaharko. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

MORTGAGE COMPANIES

PROLINKLori Ames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

RECREATIONAL PROPERTIES & MORE

PEMBERTON HOMES Nancy Vieira . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Feature PropertyFabulous executive Sage Valley home a must-see, presented by Len T. Wong, ReMax Real Estate

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9 OnlineMultifunctional spaces:Rooms that serve a dual purpose

10 Feature PropertyFabulous executive Sage Valley home a must see, presented by Len T. Wong, ReMax Real Estate

14 Design AdviceWhat is staging?

16 Mortgage adviceThe 5 biggest mortgage mistakes to avoid

22 Market AnalysisPrices soften in Calgary’s real estate market

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PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME

Jacqueline Hill

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF/DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES

Moe Lalani

EDITOR

Wayne Karl Lydia McNutt (on leave)

MEDIA CONSULTANT

Heather Harke Phone: 403.829.0393

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Elisa Krovblit

NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins

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GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Mike Terentiev

PRODUCTION COORDINATOR

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FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE CALL 403.461.5518

Home Guide is published by Yellow Pages Homes Limited, located at 2891 Sunridge Way NE, Calgary, AB T1Y 7K7. Home Guide is distributed throughout Calgary at free pick-up locations. This magazine carefully inspects all ads for accuracy, however, the publisher and the printer shall not be responsible for any mistakes, design errors or incorrect information which is provided by the advertiser or their representative. The advertising herein, including the photographs and all artwork, is the property of Home Guide and not that of the advertiser. The advertiser has purchased the right of reproduction in Home Guide magazine only and does not have the right to reproduce the ad in whole or in part in any other place or publication without the consent of the publisher.

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CAMERON REALTY GROUP INC. Dory Cameron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

MAPLE LEAF REALTY Ken Yeoh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE Gary Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Len T. Wong & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Matt Williams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

ROYAL LEPAGE REAL ESTATE Chris Zaharko. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

MORTGAGE COMPANIES

PROLINKLori Ames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

RECREATIONAL PROPERTIES & MORE

PEMBERTON HOMES Nancy Vieira . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Smaller households, smaller homesCanadian households are shrinking,

according to Stats Canada.

Seven decades ago, the average

household consisted of 4.3 people, by

2011, the average size had dropped

to 2.5 people per household, albeit,

there’s plenty more of us to house.

While the majority of Canadian

homes built over the last century

were created to support larger

households, traditionally comprised

of two parents with children,

nowadays one or two people make

up the majority of households, which

is why apartment and condo living, in

urban areas in particular, has become

increasingly popular.

The impact of smaller families on

the Canadian housing market has

been signifi cant, spurring a dramatic

change. The introduction of more

rental properties and housing options

of all shapes and sizes is e� ectively

servicing smaller households who

need a� ordable options. While larger

dwellings are still a need, the next

time you see another crane in the air

keep this new demographic dynamic

in mind. While Canada continues

to grow, new housing needs will

continue to reshape the cities and

homes we live in.

Spring is here – no, it really is – a

period in the real estate industry

normally associated with busy season.

It’s that time of year when, after

what’s turned out to be a pretty mild

winter, many Canadians emerge from

hibernation and want to get out and

search for a new home.

Resale listings typically increase

during this period, and given that

current market conditions in Calgary

are leading to softening prices,

prospective buyers could have an

outstanding selection of homes and

price points to choose from.

Combine these developments with

what are expected to be continuing

low interest rates, and you have a

pretty welcoming environment to

begin your home search.

And if it takes a little longer than

the spring season, as the Alberta

and Calgary economies regain

lost momentum, take your time –

homebuying opportunities will likely

still be there later in 2016.

+ get social

Editors' Notes

SUNNYSIDE & KENSINGTON

TAKE A TOUR ONLINEypnexthome.ca/sunnyside-kensington

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Welcome to spring, a buyers’ market

OUT OF TOWN

CALGARY

Bragg Creek

Black DiamondTurner Valley

Cochrane

Airdrie

StrathmoreStandard

HussarChestermere

Langdon

Shepard

Dalemead

DeWinton Carseland Mossleigh

Arrowwood

Gleichen

ClunyBassano

Milo

Blackie

Okotoks

Longview

High River

Cayley

Nanton

Stavely

Claresholm

Vulcan

Champion

Caramangay

Crossfield

Didsbury

Cremona

Bearspaw

Balzac

Carstairs

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Smaller households, smaller homesCanadian households are shrinking,

according to Stats Canada.

Seven decades ago, the average

household consisted of 4.3 people, by

2011, the average size had dropped

to 2.5 people per household, albeit,

there’s plenty more of us to house.

While the majority of Canadian

homes built over the last century

were created to support larger

households, traditionally comprised

of two parents with children,

nowadays one or two people make

up the majority of households, which

is why apartment and condo living, in

urban areas in particular, has become

increasingly popular.

The impact of smaller families on

the Canadian housing market has

been signifi cant, spurring a dramatic

change. The introduction of more

rental properties and housing options

of all shapes and sizes is e� ectively

servicing smaller households who

need a� ordable options. While larger

dwellings are still a need, the next

time you see another crane in the air

keep this new demographic dynamic

in mind. While Canada continues

to grow, new housing needs will

continue to reshape the cities and

homes we live in.

Spring is here – no, it really is – a

period in the real estate industry

normally associated with busy season.

It’s that time of year when, after

what’s turned out to be a pretty mild

winter, many Canadians emerge from

hibernation and want to get out and

search for a new home.

Resale listings typically increase

during this period, and given that

current market conditions in Calgary

are leading to softening prices,

prospective buyers could have an

outstanding selection of homes and

price points to choose from.

Combine these developments with

what are expected to be continuing

low interest rates, and you have a

pretty welcoming environment to

begin your home search.

And if it takes a little longer than

the spring season, as the Alberta

and Calgary economies regain

lost momentum, take your time –

homebuying opportunities will likely

still be there later in 2016.

+ get social

Editors' Notes

SUNNYSIDE & KENSINGTON

TAKE A TOUR ONLINEypnexthome.ca/sunnyside-kensington

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge

WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]

Welcome to spring, a buyers’ market

OUT OF TOWN

CALGARY

Bragg Creek

Black DiamondTurner Valley

Cochrane

Airdrie

StrathmoreStandard

HussarChestermere

Langdon

Shepard

Dalemead

DeWinton Carseland Mossleigh

Arrowwood

Gleichen

ClunyBassano

Milo

Blackie

Okotoks

Longview

High River

Cayley

Nanton

Stavely

Claresholm

Vulcan

Champion

Caramangay

Crossfield

Didsbury

Cremona

Bearspaw

Balzac

Carstairs

Acme

Carbon

Rockyford

Beieker

Irricana

KeomaDelacourt Dalroy

Lyalta

Katherine

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Backing onto Springbank • Golf Course, this 0.42 acre (18,295 Sq Ft) fully serviced lot is ready for a walk out home with stunning views.Only 25 minutes from • downtown Calgary!

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City of Calgary Feb-15 Feb-16 % change Mar-15 Mar-16 % change

Total Sales 1,207 1,128 -6.55% 537 474 -11.73%

New Listings 2,935 2,907 -0.95% 952 1,248 31.09%

Active Listings 5,531 5,676 2.62% 5,655 6,081 7.53%

Median 420,000 420,000 0.00% 422,000 422,250 0.06%

Average Price 460,039 472,476 2.70% 479,927 485,647 1.19%

Days on Market 35 43 22.86% 38 42 10.53%

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AN EXECUTIVE CUSTOM-BUILT HOME

that offers fabulous finishes and

features throughout and an amazing

northwest Calgary location is a

must see.

“This is an immaculate home that

shows pride of ownership and the

owners have done an exceptional job

adding extensive upgrades throughout

and custom built-ins,” says Len T.

Wong, Broker of Len T. Wong &

Associates Real Estate ReMax. “With

a total of six bedrooms and four

bathrooms it’s an excellent family

home for a large or extended family

and the design is ideal for entertaining.

“With the market conditions you

have to have a property that stands out

and aggressive pricing and this property

meets both; it’s a great value,” Wong

says. “We’re also seeing more activity in

the market, which is encouraging.”

He notes it also offers a great

location in Sage Valley with easy

access to major routes such as Stoney

Trail and Shaganappi Trail, close to a

wide range of shops, grocery stores,

restaurants and services in Sage Hill,

Nolan Hill, Beacon Hill and at the

Creekside plaza, plus it’s within walking

distance to the Symons Valley Ranch

Farmers’ Market.

This two-storey home presents

approximately 2,600 sq. ft. of living

space with an additional 900-plus sq.

ft. in the fully-developed lower level,

with a double front-attached garage

and a fenced south-facing backyard.

Stepping inside you’re greeted with

a very bright and open floor plan and

a nice tile floor that transitions to a

richly-toned refinished hardwood

floor, which spans most of the main.

Off the front entrance, is a flex

room that can be used as a home

office or formal dining room and

there is a convenient half-bath

around the corner.

Fabulous Sage Valley executive home a must see

cover story

Feature Property

By Heather Ryan

Feature Property

The gourmet kitchen wows you

with an expansive quartz-topped

island with breakfast bar seating

making it ideal for guests to socialize

with the chef and the flat-surface is

great for food prep and serving.

The white quartz countertops

offer a nice contrast to the dark

maple cabinets and a designer

mosaic tiled backsplash blends the

light and dark together. The kitchen

also boasts high-end stainless steel

appliances including a gas range

with a stunning stainless steel and

glass hood and there is a walk-

through pantry from large mud

room off garage.

A spacious dining area is made

bright with a large window and a

french door that leads to a good-

sized rear deck allowing owners to

easily expand their dining area to

the outdoors.

Meanwhile, the great room is

highlighted by a wall-centred fireplace

that is flanked by windows, topped by

a niche and framed in wood that ties

into the eye-catching coffered ceiling.

Going up a gorgeous staircase there

is a built in desk at top of stairs and a

huge central bonus room.

A spacious master bedroom

provides ample room for a king-

sized bed, a large walk-in closet and

a luxurious ensuite featuring dual

sinks in a long vanity, a soaker tub,

over-sized shower and a mosaic tile

backsplash that connects the pieces

together beautifully.

Three generous-sized bedrooms, a

four-piece bathroom and good-sized

laundry room complete the upstairs.

The professionally-developed lower

level features a huge family room with

built-ins, two nice-sized bedrooms

ideal for guests or extended family

and a four-piece bath. The home

comes with a Navien on demand

system, water softener and roughed-in

vacuum system.

For more information on this

fabulous executive home in

Sage Valley, contact Len T. Wong

at 403.287.4888 or visit

calgaryluxuryhomesearch.com

10 YPNEXTHOME.CA

AN EXECUTIVE CUSTOM-BUILT HOME

that offers fabulous finishes and

features throughout and an amazing

northwest Calgary location is a

must see.

“This is an immaculate home that

shows pride of ownership and the

owners have done an exceptional job

adding extensive upgrades throughout

and custom built-ins,” says Len T.

Wong, Broker of Len T. Wong &

Associates Real Estate ReMax. “With

a total of six bedrooms and four

bathrooms it’s an excellent family

home for a large or extended family

and the design is ideal for entertaining.

“With the market conditions you

have to have a property that stands out

and aggressive pricing and this property

meets both; it’s a great value,” Wong

says. “We’re also seeing more activity in

the market, which is encouraging.”

He notes it also offers a great

location in Sage Valley with easy

access to major routes such as Stoney

Trail and Shaganappi Trail, close to a

wide range of shops, grocery stores,

restaurants and services in Sage Hill,

Nolan Hill, Beacon Hill and at the

Creekside plaza, plus it’s within walking

distance to the Symons Valley Ranch

Farmers’ Market.

This two-storey home presents

approximately 2,600 sq. ft. of living

space with an additional 900-plus sq.

ft. in the fully-developed lower level,

with a double front-attached garage

and a fenced south-facing backyard.

Stepping inside you’re greeted with

a very bright and open floor plan and

a nice tile floor that transitions to a

richly-toned refinished hardwood

floor, which spans most of the main.

Off the front entrance, is a flex

room that can be used as a home

office or formal dining room and

there is a convenient half-bath

around the corner.

Fabulous Sage Valley executive home a must see

cover story

Feature Property

By Heather Ryan

Feature Property

The gourmet kitchen wows you

with an expansive quartz-topped

island with breakfast bar seating

making it ideal for guests to socialize

with the chef and the flat-surface is

great for food prep and serving.

The white quartz countertops

offer a nice contrast to the dark

maple cabinets and a designer

mosaic tiled backsplash blends the

light and dark together. The kitchen

also boasts high-end stainless steel

appliances including a gas range

with a stunning stainless steel and

glass hood and there is a walk-

through pantry from large mud

room off garage.

A spacious dining area is made

bright with a large window and a

french door that leads to a good-

sized rear deck allowing owners to

easily expand their dining area to

the outdoors.

Meanwhile, the great room is

highlighted by a wall-centred fireplace

that is flanked by windows, topped by

a niche and framed in wood that ties

into the eye-catching coffered ceiling.

Going up a gorgeous staircase there

is a built in desk at top of stairs and a

huge central bonus room.

A spacious master bedroom

provides ample room for a king-

sized bed, a large walk-in closet and

a luxurious ensuite featuring dual

sinks in a long vanity, a soaker tub,

over-sized shower and a mosaic tile

backsplash that connects the pieces

together beautifully.

Three generous-sized bedrooms, a

four-piece bathroom and good-sized

laundry room complete the upstairs.

The professionally-developed lower

level features a huge family room with

built-ins, two nice-sized bedrooms

ideal for guests or extended family

and a four-piece bath. The home

comes with a Navien on demand

system, water softener and roughed-in

vacuum system.

For more information on this

fabulous executive home in

Sage Valley, contact Len T. Wong

at 403.287.4888 or visit

calgaryluxuryhomesearch.com


Chris Zaharko | AssociateIndividual Agent at Royal Lepage Benchmark#1 Individual Agent at Royal LePage Foothills 2008

P: 403.253.1901F: 403.252.2653

E: [email protected]: www.zaharko.com

Zaharko the name synonymous with real estatethe name synonymous with real estatewith real estate

6,000 square feet• Unobstructed 360 degree views• 14 offi ces, 10 underground • parking stalls

The Montana - Premier penthouse offi ce condo

$3,890,000

Completely • renovated 3000 SF4 beds up• Hardwood throughout both levels• Triple oversized garage•

1412 75 Ave SW

$1,499,000

Over 2500 sq ft• Massive pie lot• Gourmet kitchen• 3 bed 2.5 + bonus rm•

55 Marquis Green SE

$589,900

3+2 bed 2 bath • Fully developed• Oversized detached garage• Great outdoor living spaces•

1104 24 St NW

$599,900

4 bed 3 full baths 2 half baths• 2745 sq ft developed• pie shaped lot• triple garage•

176 Kinniburgh Circle, Chestermere

$584,900

3 bed 1.5 bath • New price $329,900• Facing a courtyard• Double attached garage•

3349 New Brighton Gardens SE

$329,900

over 4600 sq ft of development• 5 bedrooms throughout• completely renovated• corner lot•

821 Riverdale Ave SW

$1,975,000

3 bed 2.5 bath• Lake community• Beautiful open to above great room• Handscraped hardwood•

27 Autumn Close SE

$549,900

1 bed 1 bath• Fantastic location• Single garage• 25’ x 120’ lot•

333 3 Ave NE

$399,900

3800 sq ft• Corner lot• 5 beds, 5 baths•

67 Mysti c Ridge Way

$1,599,000•

Chris Zaharko | AssociateIndividual Agent at Royal Lepage Benchmark#1 Individual Agent at Royal LePage Foothills 2008

P: 403.253.1901F: 403.252.2653

E: [email protected]: www.zaharko.com

the name synonymous with real estatethe name synonymous with real estatewith real estate

6,000 square feet• Unobstructed 360 degree views• 14 offi ces, 10 underground • parking stalls

The Montana - Premier penthouse offi ce condo

$3,890,000

4 bed 2 bath • Lake access community• Handicap access•

203 Midbend Cres SE

$368,000 BANK SALE!

Completely • renovated 3000 SF4 beds up• Hardwood throughout both levels• Triple oversized garage•

1412 75 Ave SW

$1,499,000

505 sq ft• Studio unit• Underground parking• Low condo fees•

208 830 Centre Ave NE

$239,900

Over 2500 sq ft• Massive pie lot• Gourmet kitchen• 3 bed 2.5 + bonus rm•

55 Marquis Green SE

$589,900

2 bed 2 bath• 1165 sq ft• Full developed basement • Low condo fees•

#2, 2410 29 St SW

$529,900

3+2 bed 2 bath • Fully developed• Oversized detached garage• Great outdoor living spaces•

1104 24 St NW

$599,900

3 bed 1.5 bath • New price $329,900• Facing a courtyard• Double attached garage•

3349 New Brighton Gardens SE

$329,900

4 bed 3 bath • Great location steps from 17 Ave SW• Original hardwood & fi replace• Completely renovated kitchen•

837 18 Ave SW

$589,900

1 bed 1 bath • 10’ ceilings, 6’ windows• In-suite laundry• Beautiful hardwood & built-ins•

#205 804 18 Ave SW

$324,900

1 bed 1 bath• Fantastic location• Single garage• 25’ x 120’ lot•

333 3 Ave NE

$399,900

4 bed 2.5 bath • Quartz counters• Engineered hardwood • Beautiful built-ins•

2406 Baysprings Link SW

$539,900

By Laura Le

WHAT IS STAGING?

Inspiration | DESIGNER ADVICE

Laura Le has owned Creative Enhancement Inc. for 11 years. Laura completed courses with Accredited Staging Professionals (ASP), Canadian Staging Professionals (CSP) and Canadian ReDesign Association (CRDA). Creative

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STAGING IS THE PROCESS of

preparing a property for sale. Homes

that are staged sell faster and for

more money, this is achieved by

creating immediate buyer interest in

your property.

When a property is placed on the

market it has features and benefi ts

that are both good and bad. The

job of a staging professional is to

enhance the positive aspects of the

property, show o� the architectural

details and make your home stand

out from the competition. This

is extremely important for the

photographs needed for online. All

buyers are looking at photos before

venturing out from property to

property.

Most staging professionals have

access to furniture on a monthly

rental basis. The fees are minimal

when compared to the length of time

an empty/unfurnished property is

on the market. Most buyers cannot

envision their possessions in the

home because often an unfurnished

property looks smaller than it actually

is. It has been proven that most

buyers place their sofa in the exact

spot the sellers sofa was, thus proving

that buyers need to see the property

furnished.

It is also benefi cial to bring in a

professional stager to o� er advice in

an occupied property. This process

often involves removing excess

furniture and de-cluttering. By

removing clutter, the rooms suddenly

seem to become larger, allowing

the homeowner to start the packing

process and the emotional separation

from the home to begin as well.

Encouraging the children to help in

the de-cluttering process allows them

to feel like they are part of the moving

process.

Once the editing has been

completed, the best features of

the property are highlighted so



that the less appealing aspects, if

any exist, become minimal. If this

is done properly the home will be

de-cluttered and de-personalized.

Cleaning is also an important step,

the property must be spotless. A fresh

coat of neutral paint is never a bad

idea and the return on investment

is very good. Especially since most

homeowners can paint themselves or

o� er friends and family the bonding

experience that comes with helping

out…okay, the pizza and beer that

comes with helping out.

Try looking at your property

through the buyers eyes, as though

you’ve never seen it before. Ask a

friend to be completely honest with

you and critique your home. It is

also a great idea to photograph each

room yourself and look at it through

the “lens”. This can really let you see

what others may see. The home must

be clean, organized, de-cluttered and

de-personalized. If this has been done

it should result in both more money

for you, as well as sell faster than the

competition.

14 YPNEXTHOME.CA

By Laura Le

WHAT IS STAGING?





STAGING IS THE PROCESS of

preparing a property for sale. Homes

that are staged sell faster and for

more money, this is achieved by

creating immediate buyer interest in

your property.

When a property is placed on the

market it has features and benefi ts

that are both good and bad. The

job of a staging professional is to

enhance the positive aspects of the

property, show o� the architectural

details and make your home stand

out from the competition. This

is extremely important for the

photographs needed for online. All

buyers are looking at photos before

venturing out from property to

property.

Most staging professionals have

access to furniture on a monthly

rental basis. The fees are minimal

when compared to the length of time

an empty/unfurnished property is

on the market. Most buyers cannot

envision their possessions in the

home because often an unfurnished

property looks smaller than it actually

is. It has been proven that most

buyers place their sofa in the exact

spot the sellers sofa was, thus proving

that buyers need to see the property

furnished.

It is also benefi cial to bring in a

professional stager to o� er advice in

an occupied property. This process

often involves removing excess

furniture and de-cluttering. By

removing clutter, the rooms suddenly

seem to become larger, allowing

the homeowner to start the packing

process and the emotional separation

from the home to begin as well.

Encouraging the children to help in

the de-cluttering process allows them

to feel like they are part of the moving

process.

Once the editing has been

completed, the best features of

the property are highlighted so



that the less appealing aspects, if

any exist, become minimal. If this

is done properly the home will be

de-cluttered and de-personalized.

Cleaning is also an important step,

the property must be spotless. A fresh

coat of neutral paint is never a bad

idea and the return on investment

is very good. Especially since most

homeowners can paint themselves or

o� er friends and family the bonding

experience that comes with helping

out…okay, the pizza and beer that

comes with helping out.

Try looking at your property

through the buyers eyes, as though

you’ve never seen it before. Ask a

friend to be completely honest with

you and critique your home. It is

also a great idea to photograph each

room yourself and look at it through

the “lens”. This can really let you see

what others may see. The home must

be clean, organized, de-cluttered and

de-personalized. If this has been done

it should result in both more money

for you, as well as sell faster than the

competition.


Advice | MORTGAGE ADVICE

NOW THAT YOU’VE decided to buy

a home, there are numerous steps

in the process you’ll have to follow.

When it comes to getting a mortgage,

it could cost you in the long run if

you make a mistake or two.

To help you save money and

avoid potential problems down the

road, here are some mistakes you

should avoid:

1. Not knowing your credit score/rating

Lenders love borrowers with a good

credit rating. They’re often the ones

who pay their bills on time, don’t use

a large percentage of their available

credit, and have di� erent types of

credit, such as a credit card, car loan,

and line of credit. If you have good

credit, you should be able to qualify

for the best mortgage rates. But if

you have bad credit, expect to get

a mortgage with a higher interest

rate. Not sure of what your rating is?

You can get your credit score from

Equifax or TransUnion.

2. Not being pre-approved for a mortgage

If you’ve been looking at properties

for a while, you might suddenly fi nd

the perfect home. But it’s possible

you won’t be able to a� ord the

place. That’s why it’s best to get pre-

approved for a mortgage so you’ll

know how much you can a� ord.

Many lenders will guarantee your

pre-approved rate for a period of

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between 60 and 120 days. That’ll give

you time to fi nd a property in your

price range.

3. Not shopping around a mortgage

If you think you’ll get rewarded with

the lowest rate from your fi nancial

institution because you’ve been a

loyal customer for a number of years,

think again. Your institution may not

have the best rate while a rival across

the street might have a lower rate.

You should do some comparison

shopping on a site like RateHub.ca

before getting a mortgage. You can

also hire a mortgage broker who can

do all the legwork at no cost to you.

4. Not making more payments

No one really likes to carry a large

mortgage. Typically, mortgage

payments are made on a monthly

basis but there are ways to pay

it o� faster by using accelerated

biweekly payments. For example, if

you have a $400,000 mortgage with

a 25-year amortization and make

monthly payments, your mortgage

won’t be paid o� until 2041. We

used RateHub’s mortgage payment

calculator and found if you make

accelerated payments, you’d pay o�

your mortgage nearly three years

earlier and save about $15,000 in

interest. Also, most lenders allow you

to make lump-sum payments, which

will let you pay your mortgage down

faster and save you thousands of

dollars in interest.

5. Not preparing for extra costs

Buying a home can end up costing

a lot more than you’d expect. First,

there are closing costs, which

include legal fees, title insurance and

the land transfer tax. You might also

need to reimburse the seller for the

property taxes and utility bills they’ve

already paid. These costs will add

up to from anywhere between 1.5

and four per cent of the property’s

purchase price.

Alyssa Richard is the founder and CEO of ratehub.ca, a mortgage rate comparison site that aims to empower Canadians to make smart fi nancial decisions.

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Compare mortgage rates for your best dealCHARTERED BANKS variable 6 months 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years

ATB Financial 2.6000 4.0000 2.9400 2.6400 2.6400 2.7400 2.9400

Alterna Bank 2.7000 4.0000 2.8500 2.8500 2.5900 2.9400 2.8800

Alterna Savings 2.7000 4.0000 2.8500 2.8500 2.5900 2.9400 2.8800

Bank of Montreal 2.7000 4.0000 2.8900 2.9900 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Bank of Nova Scotia 2.7000 4.5500 3.2900 3.0900 3.3900 3.8900 4.4900

CIBC Mortgages 2.7000 3.1400 2.8400 2.7900 3.3900 4.0900 4.7900

Caisses Desjardins 2.7000 4.4000 3.1400 3.2400 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Canadian Western Bank 2.9000 4.0000 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.2000 4.7400

Canadian Western Trust 2.9000 4.0000 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.2000 4.7400

Comtech Credit Union - 6.2000 2.8400 2.8900 2.9500 2.9900 2.8900

DUCA Financial Services 2.5000 - 3.0900 3.0000 2.9900 3.0900 2.7900

Effort Trust - 4.4500 3.3500 3.5000 3.7000 4.3000 4.3500

Equitable Bank - - 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.3900 4.6400

First Calgary Financial - 4.0000 2.8900 2.8900 2.8400 2.8900 2.9400

First National Financial 2.4000 3.0000 2.2900 2.2400 2.4900 2.6400 2.7900

FirstOntario Credit Un. 2.7000 4.2400 2.6900 2.3500 2.3900 2.5900 2.6900

HSBC Bank Canada 2.8000 4.4500 3.1400 3.1400 3.5400 4.2400 4.7400

Home Trust Company 2.5000 3.9500 2.6900 2.2400 2.3900 2.5900 2.7400

ICICI Bank Canada 3.0500 - 3.1500 3.6500 3.6400 3.6900 3.6900

Investors Group Trust 2.7000 4.2000 3.1400 3.0900 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Laurentian Bank Canada 2.7000 4.4000 2.8900 2.8400 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

League Svgs & Mortgage - 4.4500 2.9900 2.6900 2.8900 2.9400 3.0400

Libro Credit Union - 3.7500 2.8500 2.8500 2.8900 2.8900 2.8900

London Life 2.7000 4.2000 3.1400 3.0900 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Manulife Bank 2.4000 4.4500 3.0000 2.9400 2.8400 2.7900 2.8900

Manulife Trust - 4.4500 3.0000 2.9400 2.8400 2.7900 2.8900

Meridian Credit Union 2.5000 4.0000 3.0900 3.0900 3.5500 2.4900 2.6900

National Bank 2.7000 4.4000 3.1400 3.0400 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

PACE Savings & Credit Un - 5.0000 2.8900 2.5900 3.3900 3.8900 4.6400

Parama Credit Union 2.6500 - 2.8000 2.8500 2.9500 3.0500 3.1500

Peace Hills Trust - 4.5000 3.1500 3.5000 3.7500 3.8500 3.9500

President's Choice Fin'l 2.7000 6.1900 3.1400 2.7900 3.3400 3.9900 4.4400

Rapport Credit Union 2.8500 6.0000 3.0900 3.0400 3.5000 3.0400 2.9900

Royal Bank of Canada 2.7000 3.1400 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.3900 4.6400

Servus Credit Union - 4.0000 2.8900 2.8400 3.3900 3.8900 4.6400

Steinbach Credit Union - - 2.4500 2.5500 2.5500 2.6500 2.6500

T-D Mortgage 2.7000 3.1400 2.9900 2.8400 3.3900 3.8900 4.6400

Tangerine 2.7000 - 3.1900 3.2400 3.4900 3.6900 3.7900

WFCU Credit Union - 4.4500 3.0000 3.0000 3.0500 3.0500 3.1000

Your Neighbourhood C.U. - - 2.7990 2.8900 3.0900 3.1500 3.1900

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PREPARED BY CANNEX ON JANUARY 22, 2016This information is current as of the date and time posted and is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2016 CANNEX Financial Exchanges Limited. All rights reserved.

Compare mortgage rates for your best dealCHARTERED BANKS variable 6 months 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years

ATB Financial 2.6000 4.0000 2.9400 2.6400 2.6400 2.7400 2.9400

Alterna Bank 2.7000 4.0000 2.8500 2.8500 2.5900 2.9400 2.8800

Alterna Savings 2.7000 4.0000 2.8500 2.8500 2.5900 2.9400 2.8800

Bank of Montreal 2.7000 4.0000 2.8900 2.9900 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Bank of Nova Scotia 2.7000 4.5500 3.2900 3.0900 3.3900 3.8900 4.4900

CIBC Mortgages 2.7000 3.1400 2.8400 2.7900 3.3900 4.0900 4.7900

Caisses Desjardins 2.7000 4.4000 3.1400 3.2400 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Canadian Western Bank 2.9000 4.0000 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.2000 4.7400

Canadian Western Trust 2.9000 4.0000 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.2000 4.7400

Comtech Credit Union - 6.2000 2.8400 2.8900 2.9500 2.9900 2.8900

DUCA Financial Services 2.5000 - 3.0900 3.0000 2.9900 3.0900 2.7900

Effort Trust - 4.4500 3.3500 3.5000 3.7000 4.3000 4.3500

Equitable Bank - - 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.3900 4.6400

First Calgary Financial - 4.0000 2.8900 2.8900 2.8400 2.8900 2.9400

First National Financial 2.4000 3.0000 2.2900 2.2400 2.4900 2.6400 2.7900

FirstOntario Credit Un. 2.7000 4.2400 2.6900 2.3500 2.3900 2.5900 2.6900

HSBC Bank Canada 2.8000 4.4500 3.1400 3.1400 3.5400 4.2400 4.7400

Home Trust Company 2.5000 3.9500 2.6900 2.2400 2.3900 2.5900 2.7400

ICICI Bank Canada 3.0500 - 3.1500 3.6500 3.6400 3.6900 3.6900

Investors Group Trust 2.7000 4.2000 3.1400 3.0900 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Laurentian Bank Canada 2.7000 4.4000 2.8900 2.8400 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

League Svgs & Mortgage - 4.4500 2.9900 2.6900 2.8900 2.9400 3.0400

Libro Credit Union - 3.7500 2.8500 2.8500 2.8900 2.8900 2.8900

London Life 2.7000 4.2000 3.1400 3.0900 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

Manulife Bank 2.4000 4.4500 3.0000 2.9400 2.8400 2.7900 2.8900

Manulife Trust - 4.4500 3.0000 2.9400 2.8400 2.7900 2.8900

Meridian Credit Union 2.5000 4.0000 3.0900 3.0900 3.5500 2.4900 2.6900

National Bank 2.7000 4.4000 3.1400 3.0400 3.3900 3.8900 4.7400

PACE Savings & Credit Un - 5.0000 2.8900 2.5900 3.3900 3.8900 4.6400

Parama Credit Union 2.6500 - 2.8000 2.8500 2.9500 3.0500 3.1500

Peace Hills Trust - 4.5000 3.1500 3.5000 3.7500 3.8500 3.9500

President's Choice Fin'l 2.7000 6.1900 3.1400 2.7900 3.3400 3.9900 4.4400

Rapport Credit Union 2.8500 6.0000 3.0900 3.0400 3.5000 3.0400 2.9900

Royal Bank of Canada 2.7000 3.1400 3.1400 3.0400 3.6500 4.3900 4.6400

Servus Credit Union - 4.0000 2.8900 2.8400 3.3900 3.8900 4.6400

Steinbach Credit Union - - 2.4500 2.5500 2.5500 2.6500 2.6500

T-D Mortgage 2.7000 3.1400 2.9900 2.8400 3.3900 3.8900 4.6400

Tangerine 2.7000 - 3.1900 3.2400 3.4900 3.6900 3.7900

WFCU Credit Union - 4.4500 3.0000 3.0000 3.0500 3.0500 3.1000

Your Neighbourhood C.U. - - 2.7990 2.8900 3.0900 3.1500 3.1900

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LOWER SALES AND HIGHER inventory

in the Calgary real estate market put

downward pressure on the overall

benchmark price in February recording

the largest decrease in recent months.

According to figures released by the

Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®),

overall benchmark price in the city of

Calgary, which includes single- and

multi-family segments, was $445,000

in February, a 3.45 per cent drop from

February 2015’s $460,900 and down 0.5

per cent from January’s $447,300.

The market breakdown shows the

detached (single-family) benchmark

price was $504,400 in February, down

3.2 per cent from February 2015’s

$521,000, and a one per cent drop from

January’s $509,300.

The attached (condo townhouse)

benchmark price was $338,900 in

February down 2.75 per cent from

February 2015’s $348,500 and a 1.9 per

cent drop from January’s $345,600,

meanwhile the apartment (condo)

benchmark price in February was

$283,600 down 5.25 per cent from

February 2015’s $299,300, but a 0.6 per

cent rise from January’s $281,900.

“We’re still facing the same

scenario as we’ve seen over the past

few months with a drop in consumer

confidence and people pulling back

resulting in increasing inventories and

a softening of prices,” says CREB®

president Cliff Stevenson.

“I said last month that January was

not a surprise and February was not a

surprise either,” he notes. “Traditionally

it’s not a very strong month for sales,

but in saying that we did have more

activity than we saw in January.”

The combined single- and multi-

family sales in the city of Calgary in

February were 1,127, down 6.6 per

cent from February 2015’s 1,207, but

surprisingly up 32.2 per cent from

January’s 764.

The attached market notched the only

gain in year-to-year numbers as sales

were 268 in February, a 6.8 per cent

jump from February 2015’s 251, and up

36.6 per cent from January’s 170.

Meanwhile, the apartment market

Prices soften in Calgary’s real estate market

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had the biggest loss in year-to-year

comparisons as sales were 168 in

February, a decrease of 22.2 per cent

from February 2015’s 216, although it

was up 23.2 per cent from January’s 129.

In the detached market, sales in

February were 691, down 6.6 per cent

from February 2015’s 740, but a 32.7

hike from January’s 465.

“One interesting item to note is

the attached segment of the market

that is actually improving,” Stevenson

says. “We’re seeing a shift from the

apartment segment to the attached

segment because there is more

affordability there right now making it

more appealing to buyers.”

Overall inventory in Calgary grew

in February with a total of 5,681 units,

up 2.7 per cent from February 2015’s

5,531, and an 11.6 per cent jump from

January’s 5,022.

“Inventory levels are above the last

few years and climbing, and with us

heading into what is typically a busy

spring market, we expect inventory

levels to grow further,” Stevenson says.

“We’re faced with some challenges with

growing inventory levels, which means

there is more selection in every market

and buyers are taking their time to

make decisions.”

The inventory level in the detached

market in February was 2,943 units,

a 1.1 per cent drop from February

2015’s 2,977, but up 13.5 per cent from

January’s 2,546.

While in the attached market the

inventory was 1,336 in February, a 9.8 per

cent hike from February 2015’s 1,216 and

up 8.5 per cent from January’s 1,223.

In the apartment market, inventory

was 1,402 in February, up 4.8 per cent

from February 2015’s 1,338, and a 10.6

per cent jump from January’s 1,253.

“Until consumer confidence improves

we’re going to continue to see

increased inventory and softening of

prices and being in a bona fide buyers’

market,” Stevenson says.

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LOWER SALES AND HIGHER inventory

in the Calgary real estate market put

downward pressure on the overall

benchmark price in February recording

the largest decrease in recent months.

According to figures released by the

Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB®),

overall benchmark price in the city of

Calgary, which includes single- and

multi-family segments, was $445,000

in February, a 3.45 per cent drop from

February 2015’s $460,900 and down 0.5

per cent from January’s $447,300.

The market breakdown shows the

detached (single-family) benchmark

price was $504,400 in February, down

3.2 per cent from February 2015’s

$521,000, and a one per cent drop from

January’s $509,300.

The attached (condo townhouse)

benchmark price was $338,900 in

February down 2.75 per cent from

February 2015’s $348,500 and a 1.9 per

cent drop from January’s $345,600,

meanwhile the apartment (condo)

benchmark price in February was

$283,600 down 5.25 per cent from

February 2015’s $299,300, but a 0.6 per

cent rise from January’s $281,900.

“We’re still facing the same

scenario as we’ve seen over the past

few months with a drop in consumer

confidence and people pulling back

resulting in increasing inventories and

a softening of prices,” says CREB®

president Cliff Stevenson.

“I said last month that January was

not a surprise and February was not a

surprise either,” he notes. “Traditionally

it’s not a very strong month for sales,

but in saying that we did have more

activity than we saw in January.”

The combined single- and multi-

family sales in the city of Calgary in

February were 1,127, down 6.6 per

cent from February 2015’s 1,207, but

surprisingly up 32.2 per cent from

January’s 764.

The attached market notched the only

gain in year-to-year numbers as sales

were 268 in February, a 6.8 per cent

jump from February 2015’s 251, and up

36.6 per cent from January’s 170.

Meanwhile, the apartment market

Prices soften in Calgary’s real estate market

Advice | MARKET ANALYSIS

By Heather Ryan

had the biggest loss in year-to-year

comparisons as sales were 168 in

February, a decrease of 22.2 per cent

from February 2015’s 216, although it

was up 23.2 per cent from January’s 129.

In the detached market, sales in

February were 691, down 6.6 per cent

from February 2015’s 740, but a 32.7

hike from January’s 465.

“One interesting item to note is

the attached segment of the market

that is actually improving,” Stevenson

says. “We’re seeing a shift from the

apartment segment to the attached

segment because there is more

affordability there right now making it

more appealing to buyers.”

Overall inventory in Calgary grew

in February with a total of 5,681 units,

up 2.7 per cent from February 2015’s

5,531, and an 11.6 per cent jump from

January’s 5,022.

“Inventory levels are above the last

few years and climbing, and with us

heading into what is typically a busy

spring market, we expect inventory

levels to grow further,” Stevenson says.

“We’re faced with some challenges with

growing inventory levels, which means

there is more selection in every market

and buyers are taking their time to

make decisions.”

The inventory level in the detached

market in February was 2,943 units,

a 1.1 per cent drop from February

2015’s 2,977, but up 13.5 per cent from

January’s 2,546.

While in the attached market the

inventory was 1,336 in February, a 9.8 per

cent hike from February 2015’s 1,216 and

up 8.5 per cent from January’s 1,223.

In the apartment market, inventory

was 1,402 in February, up 4.8 per cent

from February 2015’s 1,338, and a 10.6

per cent jump from January’s 1,253.

“Until consumer confidence improves

we’re going to continue to see

increased inventory and softening of

prices and being in a bona fide buyers’

market,” Stevenson says.

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