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Stay Healthy & Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19

Published March 20, 2020

We’re definitely living in extraordinary and unprecedented times right now with the recent outbreak of the coronavirus. While it is a confusing and surreal time, it is vitally important to follow the recommended health guidelines.

It’s essential that individually and collectively we each do our part to limit social interaction to help slow, and ultimately minimize, the spread of this virus. We truly are all in this together and responsible for each other’s well-being, so stay calm, stay safe, stay healthy.

Bill Brandsma Real Estate would like to share our plan to continue service while we all work through this difficult time.

For any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.

Regards,

Bill Brandsma

T: 403-932-4433
C: 403-606-1765
E: bill@billbrandsma.com

Are pristine condition & location important to you?

Published March 5, 2020

Then you will want to view 72 Crystal Shores Cove in Okotoks!

This unique 1301 sq ft 5 level split townhouse has lots to offer. Features include:

  • Large front entry
  • Bright kitchen with lots of cupboards and counter space
  • Large dining area with sliding doors to deck and views of the golf course
  • Spacious living room with corner gas fireplace, open concept to kitchen below
  • 2 pc. bathroom and laundry
  • Upper level offers large master bedroom with 4 pc. ensuite
  • 2nd generous bedroom
  • Full bathroom
  • Cozy bonus room/den
  • Basement offers storage and mechanical
  • Large single fully insulated attached garage

More pics, info & price: https://billbrandsma.com/new-listings/72-crystal-shores-cove-okotoks/

Call Bill Brandsma Real Estate at 403-606-1765 today. We specialize in Calgary and the surrounding area.

January 2020 Calgary Real Estate Stats

Published February 24, 2020

If you like to stay up to date on what’s going on in the Calgary real estate market so that you can make informed decisions, click the link below for an excellent overview of CREB’s 2020 summary of Calgary’s residential monthly statistics.

“We continue to see the slow adjustment to more balanced conditions, but it will take time before that starts to translate into price stability.”

https://www.creb.com/-/media/Public/CREBcom/Housing_Statistics/City_of_Calgary_Report.pdf?la=en

For more information about the current market or for details about the Calgary Real Estate Monthly Statistics, get in touch with Bill Brandsma at 403-606-1765.

Bill Brandsma Real Estate – specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area.

Bill Brandsma – a Realtor you can trust!

Published January 30, 2020

Whether you’re a first-time or seasoned buyer, or are thinking of selling, Bill Brandsma will guide you through the entire real estate process. Each and every detail will be handled with professionalism. When you choose Bill, you’ll have over 29 years sales experience working for you.

Calgary is a modern cosmopolitan city that still retains much of its traditional culture. It has become recognized as one of Canada’s most diverse cities. Bill specializes in the purchase and sale of residential housing in Calgary and surrounding area as well as farms and acreages.

Bill’s local market knowledge and experience will be of great value to you. From real estate queries, to information about neighbourhoods, schools, open houses, maximizing sales opportunities, the local market economy and much more.

Bill always enjoys assisting new clients and looks forward to hearing from you when you’re ready to take the next step! He can be reached at 403-606-1765.

How much home can you afford?

Published January 16, 2020

It’s important to start out by knowing what mortgage you can comfortably afford. You should meet with a lender or mortgage broker to establish how much of a mortgage you can actually qualify for. Going through the mortgage pre-qualification process before you begin your home search will bring your house hunting into focus and give you a better idea of the homes that fit into your price range.

Not only that, mortgage rates vary considerably and it is obviously to your short- and long-term advantage that you shop around for the best rate, terms and options.

You don’t want to sacrifice lifestyle for a house. Determine how much of a home (mortgage) you can afford by considering the following and doing your homework. You won’t regret it!

  • Your annual household income
  • Your down-payment (you should have 5% of the purchase price of the home for the down payment, but ideally even more)
  • Your debt-load
  • Your interest rate
  • Your monthly mortgage payment
  • Your amortization period (length of time required to pay off the loan)
  • Your closing costs
  • Your property taxes
  • Your homeowner’s insurance
  • Your home maintenance costs

Considering affordability will not only help you determine the maximum mortgage you can afford, it will give you an idea of what monthly mortgage payment to expect. If you’d like to discuss mortgage affordability call 403-606-1765 to arrange an appointment.

December 2019 Calgary Real Estate Stats

Published January 7, 2020

If you like to stay up to date on what’s going on in the Calgary real estate market so that you can make informed decisions, click the link below for an excellent overview of CREB’s 2019 summary of Calgary’s residential monthly statistics.

“Calgary’s real estate market in December caps off 2019 with more signs of stability”

https://www.creb.com/-/media/Public/CREBcom/Housing_Statistics/City_of_Calgary_Report.pdf?la=en

For more information about the current market or for details about the Calgary Real Estate Monthly Statistics, get in touch with Bill Brandsma at 403-606-1765.

Bill Brandsma Real Estate – specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area.

 

How to make an offer on a house

Published December 14, 2019

Buying a home is an important lifestyle and investment decision.

You want to buy at the best price possible. You want your monthly payments to be as affordable as possible. You want your home to increase in value as much as possible.

To make sure all that happens, it’s important to look beyond your individual purchase before you buy. You need to look at larger market conditions. What’s happening around you (house price trends, mortgage rate movements, new home construction) will have an influence on your purchase. The more you know the more control you have.

In a buyer’s market, the number of homes available for sale exceeds the demand, so prices will either stabilize or drop. With fewer buyers and more homes, you not only have more options to choose from, you also have greater negotiating leverage.

While your real estate agent is there to guide you, the more you know about the home-buying process, the smoother it will be. Read How to Make an Offer on a House for more information:

https://blog.remax.ca/how-to-make-an-offer-on-a-house/

Article courtesy of Blog.Re/Max.ca

November 2019 Calgary Real Estate Stats

Published December 6, 2019

If you like to stay up to date on what’s going on in the Calgary real estate market so that you can make informed decisions, click the link below for an excellent overview of CREB’s 2019 summary of Calgary’s residential monthly statistics.

“Calgary housing market still favours the buyer”

https://bit.ly/2Pia3hE

For more information about the current market or for details about the Calgary Real Estate Monthly Statistics, get in touch with Bill Brandsma at 403-606-1765.

Bill Brandsma Real Estate – specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area.

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