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February 2016 Calgary Real Estate Stats

Published March 2, 2016

“February sales drop over last year…”

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 summary of Calgary’s residential monthly statistics:

http://www.creb.com/~/media/Public/CREBcom/Statistics_Package/2016/February_2016.pdf

For more information about the current market or for details about the Calgary Real Estate Monthly Statistics, get in touch with Bill Brandsma at 403-932-4433.

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

 

Calgary Home & Garden Show Returns

Published February 20, 2016

Mark your calendars for the 2016 Calgary Home + Garden Show.

Canada’s most talented designers, gardeners and home improvement specialists offer their latest advice. Hundreds of exhibitors, retailers and industry experts, will showcase products and provide valuable tips on anything and everything pertaining to home improvement, design, eco-friendly recreation, organization and renovation. It’s definitely an event for people who love to renovate and refresh their homes and garden areas.

On the Home + Garden Stage celebrity guest speakers Carson Arthur, star of HGTV’s brand-new series Home to Win (presented by Kool 101.5), Andre Chevigny, star of HGTV’s Timber Kings, and lifestyle expert Leigh-Ann Allaire Perrault (presented by Rust-Oleum) and a line-up of local favourites will be featured and ready to share a wealth of knowledge, experience and inspirational ideas.

Real Advice. Real Inspiration. Real Experts.

Don’t miss out! The Calgary Home & Garden Show is your most trusted resource for every home enhancement project, inside & out.

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

Enjoy Family Day Weekend

Published February 12, 2016

Family Day is a day to take part in activities aimed at the whole family.

There are plenty of fun things to do with your family right here in Calgary for the Family Day holiday Monday February 15th. There is no shortage of activities downtown or in the burbs for people to explore.

If you love the outdoors, consider a day on the slopes or a skate on the pond, an afternoon at the zoo or on the pathways, to name a few.

Or maybe you prefer the indoors and that’s OK too! There are tons of things from which to choose. You could play board games at home, catch a movie, walk the mall, enjoy a concert, or even have a blast learning at the Science Centre.

For those who just love to kick back you could share a chat over a special coffee, or enjoy a leisurely meal at your favourite hangout. Whatever you do, celebrate in style…

Make your Family Day long weekend fun, full of belly laughter, amazing and memorable. After all, that’s why this one’s dedicated to families everywhere…

Bill Brandsma Real Estate wishes everyone a safe & enjoyable Family Day Holiday.

4507 111 Tarawood Lane NE, Calgary, Alberta

Published February 8, 2016

Located in the heart of Taradale, this home is close to shopping, transit and schools.

The lower floor features a spectacular large bright living room, beautiful kitchen with raised eating bar and separate eating area, and updated appliances. On the upper floor there is a large master bedroom with walk in closet, two 2 additional bedrooms and a four piece bath.

A great home for any family. Definitely a must-see!

View slideshow at https://billbrandsma.com/listings-2/68-4507-111-tarawood-lane-ne/

For more details call 403-932-4433.

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

January 2016 Calgary Real Estate Stats

Published February 2, 2016

“Housing market remains unchanged in January…”

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 summary of Calgary’s residential monthly statistics:

http://www.creb.com/~/media/Public/CREBcom/Statistics_Package/2016/January_2016.pdf

For more information about the current market or for details about the January Calgary Real Estate Monthly Statistics, get in touch with Bill Brandsma at 403-932-4433.

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

The great DIY fiasco!

Published January 25, 2016

How many times have you watched a TV show where a homeowner has tried his hand at renovating his kitchen or basement and ended up with a big disaster? Probably quite a few. There are in fact, so many would-be amateur renovators that networks like HGTV broadcast a variety of how-to shows with a focus on home improvement and renos gone bad!

Before you take on something as extensive as a kitchen make-over or basement renovation why not stop and ask yourself…have I ever done this before?…do I have the right tools?…what permits do I need? how much time will it take? will I need to sub-contract some of the work? etc.

Making a mistake by trying to tackle a home renovation on your own can cost you a ton of time and money. Not only that, discouragement may set in and you may even end up leaving your project unfinished for years to come.

If you’re a homeowner considering a renovation, keep in mind that updating your space has increasing value and can be considered an investment when you do decide to list your property.

If you get horrendous butterflies or that feeling of dread when considering those questions above, maybe it’s time to consider hiring an expert instead of embarking on that distressing DIY project!

Bill Brandsma Real Estate  – specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area. Call 403-932-4433.

Household Tip

Published January 21, 2016

Maximize your energy savings (lower monthly bills!) without sacrificing comfort. Install a programmable thermostat that can be set to automatically turn heat on and off. Lower the temperature at night or while you’re at school/work and return it to the desired setting before you wake or arrive home. They’re easy to install. All you need is a few simple tools and about 20 minutes!

For more household tips or if you’re looking to buy or sell Real Estate in Calgary & the Surrounding Area, contact Bill Brandsma Real Estate at 403-932-4433. We’re experienced and ready to help you reach your real estate goals!

Calgary Homexpo

Published January 14, 2016

Mark your calendars for the 2016 Calgary Homexpo January 15 – 17 in the BMO Centre at Stampede Park!

Quality Exhibits – Featured Speakers  – Pro Seminars

250 Quality Exhibits in Dozens of Industries

Experts from all areas of home renovation, home décor or home buying will be on hand to showcase their companies, their services and their products.

Featured Speakers

This year’s guest presentations are by well-known designers and television personalities Sarah Richardson and Tommy Smythe.

Pro Seminars

This year’s topics include: Condominium Living and the Law, Home Buying 101 and Get It In Writing!

You can purchase tickets online and they will be available at the on-site Box Office on the show dates. For more detailed information see Homexpo.ca

Low borrowing costs boost spending on renos

Published January 12, 2016

Happy New Year!

The impact of Calgary’s economic downturn and the weak Canadian dollar isn’t all bad. Homeowners often turn to renovations in a tough real estate market, choosing to update and improve their existing home vs. purchasing/moving to a new one.

The upside is that with continued low borrowing costs, due to record low interest rates, it is a great time to start renovation projects. Not only that, in this market you have good quality tradespeople available to you.

According to Peter Norman, chief economist and general manager of the real estate research company, Altus Group:

“Renovations remain a growth area with $1.40 spent in renovation for every dollar invested in new homes. Renovations generated $70 billion in activity this year (2015) and will generate a projected $72 billion next year (2016).”

Now if that’s not the most encouraging piece of news I’ve heard in a while, I don’t know what is!

If you’re a homeowner considering a renovation, keep in mind that updating your space has increasing value and can be considered an investment when you do decide to list your property.

Bill Brandsma Real Estate  – specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area. Call 403-932-4433.

To read more of Peter Kenter’s article cited above see Housing forecast so stable it’s eerie: Altus Group GM. It’s highly uplifting in the doom-and-gloom housing market environment of late!

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