Call Bill Brandsma – a Realtor you can trust!
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 35 years sales experience working for you.
Bill specializes in the purchase and sale of residential housing in Calgary and surrounding area as well as farms and acreages.
Bill’s 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!
Call Bill Brandsma today!
1-403-606-1765
Bill Brandsma offers free home and property evaluations
Property evaluations refer to the process of assessing the value of real estate. This is typically done by licensed professionals such as real estate appraisers or property valuers. The evaluation takes into account various factors including the property’s location, size, condition, amenities, comparable sales in the area, and current market trends.
Property evaluations enable you to get the most money for your asking price of your home or property when you decide to sell it. I offer this service at absolutely no cost to you. You may reach me by phone at 403-606-1765 or by e-mail at bill@billbrandsma.com to find out further details and set up an appointment for your evaluation.
Save yourself time and money by using this free service. ~ Bill Brandsma
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Bill Brandsma Real Estate
Bill Brandsma, is a trustworthy realtor who specializes in the purchase and sale of residential housing in Calgary and surrounding area as well as farms and acreages.
When you choose Bill, you’ll have over 29 years of real estate experience working for you. Bill always enjoys assisting new and repeat clients.
Call 
Bill Brandsma today!
1-403-606-1765
Calgary Real Estate Stats June 2024
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
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.
Should I buy new or resale?
There are advantages and disadvantages to both new and resale homes. Here are some of the characteristics of both that may help you make your choice.
New Home
Advantages:
- You may be able to upgrade or choose certain items such as siding, finish materials, flooring, cabinets, plumbing and electrical fixtures.
- The latest building code, electrical and energy-efficiency standards will apply. A builder warranty is usually available in all provinces and the Yukon (but not the Northwest Territories). This can be important if a major system, such as plumbing or heating, breaks down.
- Unless you are a builder, warranties do not apply to homes you build yourself.
- There may also be incentives provided by the provinces and prospective borrowers should consult provincial or local authorities in this regard.
Disadvantages:
- Neighborhood amenities, like schools or shopping, may not be complete if the house is in a new development.
- There may be construction noise and traffic.
- There may be little to no landscaping or trees.
- The 7% GST applies to new housing. In some provinces, the GST has been replaced by a Harmonized Federal and Provincial Sales Tax known as the HST.
Resale Home
Advantages:
- It will probably be in an established neighborhood.
- Landscaping is usually done and fencing installed.
- It may have upgrades such as a built-in swimming pool or finished basement.
- There is no GST unless the house has been renovated substantially, and then the tax is applied as if it were a new house.
Disadvantages:
- Maintenance costs will likely be higher than for a new house.
- You may require a professional home inspector to check for structural or other problems, such as a leaky basement or faulty roof.
- You may need to redecorate, or even renovate.
So much to understand before you get started. If you have questions or need more information contact Bill Brandsma at 403-606-1765…always happy to help.
Best Ways to Finance Home Renos
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/
Look at your home through your potential buyers eyes
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.
Thinking about selling your home or property in Calgary?
If so, you may be wondering how much it’s worth and what you should ask for it. That’s where a property evaluation comes in.
A property evaluation is an assessment of your home’s value based on various factors such as its size, location, and condition. It’s important to get an accurate evaluation so that you can price your home competitively and attract potential buyers.
Bill Brandsma Real Estate offers free home and property evaluations in Calgary and the surrounding area. This service can help you get the most money for your property when you decide to sell it. The best part? It’s completely free!
Getting a property evaluation is a smart move for anyone thinking about selling their home or property. It can save you time and money in the long run by helping you set the right price from the start.
Don’t leave your property’s value to chance! To schedule your free evaluation, simply contact Bill Brandsma at 403-606-1765. He’ll provide you with all the information you need and set up an appointment at a time that works for you.
Do I really need a Realtor?
Maximized Exposure
The key to selling quickly and getting top dollar is exposure. The more people who see your home, the sooner you will find a willing buyer. How do you get the most exposure? If you sell the home yourself, you will get some exposure by putting up a sign, running some ads, and telling your friends. On the other hand, if you work with a REALTOR you will get instant and mass exposure to a large number of prospective home buyers.
MLS®
A REALTOR has access to the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®). This service, a computerized system operated by the local real estate board, compiles information about listed properties in the area and makes it accessible to member companies. As a result, when a REALTOR lists your home, REALTORS from other companies learn about your home and try to match it with buyers with whom they are working. These buyers may include people from out-of-town who are trying to relocate to your area.
A REALTOR can speed the selling process in other ways:
- By specializing in real estate, a REALTOR knows market values and can therefore
help you set a competitive price for your home.
- A REALTOR can free you from the hassles associated with showing your home
and screen out people who are merely curious.
- A REALTOR is objective when negotiating with buyers and experienced in reading
the fine print of contracts.
- By staying on top of the mortgage market, a REALTOR may know how to wade
through financing tangles and clinch a sale. - Selling a home is not something that anyone can do in their off-hours. It’s a
specialized service best handled by a professional. Best handled by a REALTOR.
When you’re ready to take the next step, call Bill Brandsma at 1-403-606-1765.