Factors to Consider When Deciding Where to Live
This article, courtesy of RE/MAX Blog outlines the following 4 key things to consider when looking to move:
- Affordability
- Size of the House
- Proximity to Work
- Your Must-Haves
For more details about the factors to consider when deciding where to raise your family read https://blog.remax.ca/factors-to-consider-when-deciding-where-to-live/
8 Best Way to Finance Major HomeRenovations
Home renos can be expensive so it’s good to know there are options. In a recent Re/MAX blog post they listed 8 of the best ways to finance major home renovations. Whatever option fits your needs best is the way to go.
- Home Equity Line of Credit
- Refinance Your Mortgage
- Unsecured Line of Credit
- Take Out a Second Mortgage
- Credit Card
- Loan from Family or Friends
- Save and Pay as You Go
- Use your Savings
For more details about the 8 finance options above read https://blog.remax.ca/8-best-ways-to-finance-major-home-renovations/
February 2023 Real Estate Stats
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
“…a stronger pullback in new listings, keeping supply levels low and supporting some stronger-than-expected monthly price gainss
Visit: https://bit.ly/2ZKdVCL
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.
Calgary ranked in top 10 of the world’s most affordable cities
According to the Urban Reform Institute’s Demographia International Housing Affordability Study, Calgary ranked 10th out of the 92 cities included in the survey — Article courtesy of CREB
Read the details here https://www.creb.com/News/CREBNow/2022/May/Calgary_affordability_ranking/
Family Day Weekend – dedicated to families everywhere…
There are plenty of fun things to do with your family right here in Calgary for the Family Day holiday, February 18- 20, 2023. There is no shortage of activities downtown or in the burbs for people to explore.
Consider a day at the zoo, on the pathways, a skate on the pond, or a trip to the ski hills, to name a few. Or maybe take in the winter carnival, catch a movie, walk the mall, enjoy a concert, share a chat over coffee, or a meal at your favourite hangout. Whatever you do, celebrate in style…
Make your Family Day long weekend fun, full of laughter, amazing and memorable.
Help potential buyers imagine themselves living in their new home
Did you know that when you’re preparing your home for sale it’s critical to look at it through potential buyers’ eyes? It’s true. If you look at your home this way, you can potentially not only improve your property’s curb appeal, but you can potentially increase the sale price of your home. And, who wouldn’t want the highest possible price?!
By implementing effective strategies for cleaning, repairing, decluttering and neutralizing every room you’ll provide a crisp, clean slate to help potential buyers see themselves living in the space.
It doesn’t have to take a ton of cash to meet your objectives; a little organization and some elbow grease will do the trick.
Get started on your mission today. It’ll definitely be worth the effort! For more tips, contact Bill.
Bill Brandsma Real Estate, specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area. Call 403-606-1765 today.
Beautiful top floor unit in the Sierras of Richmond
#431 7229 Sierra Morena Blvd — definitely a must-view
This suite has been lovingly maintained by the original owner for over 27 years. Features of this spacious unit include:
- Large bright kitchen with eating area
- Formal living room with access to southwest facing deck with beautiful mountain views
- Formal dining room
- Master bedroom with walk-in closet with 4 pc ensuite
- Second bedroom/den
- 3 pc bathroom and laundry room
- Heated underground titled parking stall and a separate storage locker
The Sierras offer wonderful amenities including guest suites, party room with kitchen facilities, rec room with pool tables & shuffleboard, craft room, library, fitness room, workshop with amazing array of tools & equipment and a car wash! There are lots of activities for residents and it is within walking distance of restaurants and Westhills shopping complex.
More pics, info & price: https://billbrandsma.com/new-listings/431-7229-sierra-morena-blvd-sw/
Call Bill Brandsma Real Estate at 403-606-1765 today. We specialize in Calgary and the surrounding area.
Re-sale or pre-purchase inspection or not?
Before a serious buyer makes an offer on your home, he may want to have a professional home inspector check your house from top to bottom. The option of hiring a professional home inspector is open to you, the seller, as well.
An inspection in advance of putting your home on the market is a good idea. It will allow you ample time to fix the things that you may not have known about, ultimately allowing you to ask for and receive a better price for your home.
Providing a pre-purchase inspection may also reassure prospective buyers that no major surprises are in store. Better you find them and take care of them before an inspector hired by a potential buyer discovers them!
If you need a referral to a quality inspector, contact Bill Brandsma Real Estate, specializing in Calgary and the surrounding area. Call 403-606-1765.
Searching for a new home?
Start your search by browsing Bill Brandsma’s Calgary MLS® listings. Bill Brandsma Real Estate is experienced and specializes in Calgary and the surrounding area. The skills and knowledge that Bill has acquired over the years allows him to handle all your needs in the professional manner today’s market demands.
For more information about the current market or for details about our Calgary MLS Real Estate listings, Bill Brandsma can be reached at 403-606-1765.
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