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I have sold a property at 412 Queen Charlotte  DRIVE SE in Calgary

I have sold a property at 412 Queen Charlotte DRIVE SE in Calgary. See details here

Gorgeous open floor plan 5 bed 3 bath 1569 sqft bi-level with attached oversized double garage and RV parking in the heart of Queensland, mins to Fish Creek and Sikome Lake. Making this arguably one of the best communities in the south. Legal Secondary Suite as an established Airbnb with many return clients. Walking distance to some of Calgary's top schools, daycare and shopping. Entertain all your friends or that special someone in this spacious kitchen and living area complete with sit at penisula. Upstairs tenant is willing to stay which makes this a great revenue property even with the higher interest rates. Or move in and keep the basement as a mortgage helper. Call your favourite realtor and book a showing before it's too late. This one is priced to sell and won't be around long.

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I have sold a property at 42 Cimarron Vista CIRCLE in Okotoks

I have sold a property at 42 Cimarron Vista CIRCLE in Okotoks. See details here

**OPEN HOUSE Saturday 2-5** CHARMING 1800sqft+ Cedarglen home with gorgeous updates, amazing back yard, optional onsite RV parking pad, located in quiet crescent near parks, pathways, schools and shopping amenities! Step inside (see 3D video), and you will fall in love with this home’s warm ambiance, gorgeous natural lighting, and superb indoor/outdoor appeal. MAIN FLOOR features continuous hardwood flooring throughout, with large entryway, living room w gas fireplace, gorgeous kitchen with ss appliances (including upgraded Bosche dishwasher), granite countertop & spacious island, and dining area with windows all around. Large tiered deck leading from dining room provides ample space for outdoor dining and lounging. Back hall offers laundry area, half bath and large closet. UPPER FLOOR features primary bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom, two additional bedrooms, full bathroom, and large bonus room w built-in surround ceiling speakers. BASEMENT is unfinished, and with nearly 800sq.ft. of space offers ample room for future fourth bedroom and rec room. DOUBLE GARAGE is insulated and drywalled, and driveway is extra-long for additional parking space. The BACK YARD of this home is a stunning feature, with two-tiered deck, dedicated gas line for BBQ, on-site RV parking pad & gate, hot tub, fire pit, with beautiful vegetation, mature trees and shrubs all around. Charming family home in awesome neighbourhood for only $615K! RECENT UPDATES – hail resistant 30 year Malarkey Highlander roofing (5yrs), granite (4yrs), hardwood (3yrs), RV pad and gate (4yrs), tiered deck (3yrs), front yard retaining wall (6yrs), and even Hunter Douglas blinds!

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I have sold a property at 212 1408 17 STREET SE in Calgary

I have sold a property at 212 1408 17 STREET SE in Calgary. See details here

Gorgeous sun soaked open floor plan corner unit condo in the heart of Inglewood. Close to it all but still in the middle of tranquility. Spend your evenings strolling along the river or shopping the quaint stores of 9th ave. Entertain all your friends or that special someone in this spacious kitchen and living area complete with massive island and upgraded appliances. This 2 bed 2 bath 1081 sqft corner unit home is only mins to downtown and walking distance to shopping and major bus routes. You won't need your car ever, so it can relax in its protected underground heated parking space. Along with the parking comes a very large and secure 78"x98" storage locker for all those items you don't want cluttering your living oasis. Call your favorite realtor and book a showing before it's too late. This one is priced to sell and won't be around long.

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New property listed in Queensland, Calgary

Check out this new listing at 412 Queen Charlotte DRIVE SE in Calgary. See details here

Gorgeous open floor plan 5 bed 3 bath 1569 sqft bi-level with attached oversized double garage and RV parking in the heart of Queensland, mins to Fish Creek and Sikome Lake. Making this arguably one of the best communities in the south. Legal Secondary Suite as an established Airbnb with many return clients. Walking distance to some of Calgary's top schools, daycare and shopping. Entertain all your friends or that special someone in this spacious kitchen and living area complete with sit at penisula. Upstairs tenant is willing to stay which makes this a great revenue property even with the higher interest rates. Or move in and keep the basement as a mortgage helper. Call your favourite realtor and book a showing before it's too late. This one is priced to sell and won't be around long.

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New property listed in Queensland, Calgary

Check out this new listing at 412 Queen Charlotte DRIVE SE in Calgary. See details here

Gorgeous open floor plan 5 bed 3 bath 1569 sqft bi-level with attached oversized double garage in the heart of Queensland, arguably one of the best communities in the south. Legal Secondary Suite as an established Airbnb with many return clients. Walking distance to some of Calgary's top schools, daycare and shopping. Entertain all your friends or that special someone in this spacious kitchen and living area complete with sit at penisula. Upstairs tenant is willing to stay which makes this a great revenue property even with the higher interest rates. Or move in and keep the basement as a mortgage helper. Call your favourite realtor and book a showing before it's too late. This one is priced to sell and won't be around long.

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New property listed in Inglewood, Calgary

Check out this new listing at 212 1408 17 STREET SE in Calgary. See details here

Gorgeous sun soaked open floor plan corner unit condo in the heart of Inglewood. Close to it all but still in the middle of tranquility. Spend your evenings strolling along the river or shopping the quaint stores of 9th ave. Entertain all your friends or that special someone in this spacious kitchen and living area complete with massive island and upgraded appliances. This 2 bed 2 bath 1081 sqft corner unit home is only mins to downtown and walking distance to shopping and major bus routes. You won't need your car ever, so it can relax in its protected underground heated parking space. Along with the parking comes a very large and secure 78"x98" storage locker for all those items you don't want cluttering your living oasis. Call your favorite realtor and book a showing before it's too late. This one is priced to sell and won't be around long.

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I have sold a property at 121 Sunvale CRESCENT SE in Calgary

I have sold a property at 121 Sunvale CRESCENT SE in Calgary. See details here

Incredibly located within walking distance to schools, the lake and Fish Creek Park! This quiet sanctuary with loads of updates and natural light is a quiet place to come home to. The front living room showcases soaring tree views out of oversized windows. Adjacently the dining room is perfect for entertaining with clear sightlines into the living room encouraging engaging conversations. Beautifully updated the kitchen inspires culinary adventures featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, full-height cabinets and a bayed eating nook overlooking the backyard. Built-in cabinets hide away jackets and shoes in the mudroom that conveniently leads to the powder room for a quick clean up upon entry. Both bedrooms on the upper level are spacious and bright with lots of closet space thanks to one having a walk-in closet and the other equipped with dual closets. A 4-piece main bathroom is also on this level. Gather around the fireplace in the basement’s rec room and connect over movie and games nights. Handy built-ins house media equipment, games and books. The extra deep yard has plenty of grassy space for kids and pets to play plus a patio for barbeques and firepit to convene around on endless summer nights under the stars. This wonderful home is in a much sought-after community thanks to the great schools, easy commute and amazing lake that offers swimming, boating, fishing, ice skating, firepits, barbeques, sports courts, playgrounds and much more! Plus the tranquillity and endless walking paths at neighbouring Fish Creek Park! Move-in ready and an unsurpassable location that can’t be beat!

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I have sold a property at 3005 210 15 AVENUE SE in Calgary

I have sold a property at 3005 210 15 AVENUE SE in Calgary. See details here

Take in sweeping views of the Downtown Skyline & Bow River Valley! With floor-to-ceiling windows throughout this immaculate unit, located high up on the 30th floor, offers scenery just as impressive at night time as during the day. The spacious and open floor plan offers 1066 sqft of living space with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a designated desk/den area, an oversized entry closet, and in-suite laundry. The kitchen features flat panel cabinets, granite counters with double stainless steel under-mount sink with garburator, designer tile backsplash, and top-end stainless steel appliances. The living and dining rooms are perfect for entertaining and this unit comes complete with tasteful finishings, high-end carpet, and fresh paint in neutral taupe tones. Step out onto the spacious wraparound and covered deck with bbq gas hook up, and ample space for lounging, enjoying your morning coffee, or hosting get-togethers (take in all the fireworks 2023 has to offer!) The Master features a large walk-through closet, a four-piece ensuite, and granite counter. The second bedroom is large, with a spacious closet, and shares access to the main three-piece bath. Building amenities include concierge & security, exercise room, Jacuzzi hot tub, steam room, social & billiard room, theatre room, rooftop patio on the podium level, bike room, & guest parking. The titled parking stall & storage locker are conveniently located on the first Parkade level and the building is adjacent to the Stampede LRT Station, the Stampede Grounds, BMO Centre & Saddledome. Close to all amenities, trendy 17th and Stephen Avenues, and just blocks away from the Elbow River & City Pathway System.

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I have sold a property at 260 Riverstone PLACE SE in Calgary

I have sold a property at 260 Riverstone PLACE SE in Calgary. See details here

No expense was spared in this immaculately renovated Calgary Riverbend home. This PIE LOT 4 bed 2.5 bath family house will not disappoint with all new TRIPLE PANE windows, HARDIE PLANK siding with real GRANITE rock accents, and TRAVERTINE TILE! Forget paying for RV STORAGE with this massive pie lot you have a huge space for storing trailers, RV's or extra vehicles. You could even develop it into a hockey rink or a private fire pit oasis. The possibilities are endless. The kitchen is a chefs dream with HIGH END appliances and all kinds of counter space for prepping those family meals or entertaining friends. Not to mention the kitchen FLOOR is HEATED!!! You'll never have cold feet again. Up the stairs you'll find the Primary massive bedroom with full WALK-IN CLOSET and ENSUITE bathroom. The ensuite floors are travertine and heated along with Travertine tiles in the beautifully designed shower. Along with 2 other large bedrooms and a main bath the second floor has lots of room for the whole family. The basement is fully developed with another bedroom, lots of storage, and a very large rec room for the kids to play or to set up that man cave. Outside you'll find a two tier deck with all kinds of room for gatherings, bbq inspired meals, or taking in some vitamin D with the sun soaked south exposure. There's also a very large private patio area that has room for even the largest conversation set and three Hardie plank sided sheds to store all your extra items. This home is truly an incredible family home with all kinds of space. Don't delay before this once in a lifetime gem is gone. Call or email for a private showing or have your realtor set one up.

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New property listed in Riverbend, Calgary

I have listed a new property at 260 Riverstone PLACE SE in Calgary. See details here

No expense was spared in this immaculately renovated Calgary Riverbend home. This PIE LOT 4 bed 2.5 bath family house will not disappoint with all new TRIPLE PANE windows, HARDIE PLANK siding with real GRANITE rock accents, and TRAVERTINE TILE! Forget paying for RV STORAGE with this massive pie lot you have a huge space for storing trailers, RV's or extra vehicles. You could even develop it into a hockey rink or a private fire pit oasis. The possibilities are endless. The kitchen is a chefs dream with HIGH END appliances and all kinds of counter space for prepping those family meals or entertaining friends. Not to mention the kitchen FLOOR is HEATED!!! You'll never have cold feet again. Up the stairs you'll find the Primary massive bedroom with full WALK-IN CLOSET and ENSUITE bathroom. The ensuite floors are travertine and heated along with Travertine tiles in the beautifully designed shower. Along with 2 other large bedrooms and a main bath the second floor has lots of room for the whole family. The basement is fully developed with another bedroom, lots of storage, and a very large rec room for the kids to play or to set up that man cave. Outside you'll find a two tier deck with all kinds of room for gatherings, bbq inspired meals, or taking in some vitamin D with the sun soaked south exposure. There's also a very large private patio area that has room for even the largest conversation set and three Hardie plank sided sheds to store all your extra items. This home is truly an incredible family home with all kinds of space. Don't delay before this once in a lifetime gem is gone. Call or email for a private showing or have your realtor set one up.

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Do I Need A House Inspection When I Buy A Home In Calgary?
 

Do I Need A House Inspection When I Buy A Home In Calgary?

If you’re buying a house and trying to decide if you should get a house inspection I can make it really easy for you – the answer is YES. In today’s market, it’s not uncommon for people to forgo a home inspection in order to make their offer more appealing to the seller, but this is a huge gamble. When you don’t get a home inspection you’re relying on the seller to disclose everything that’s wrong with the house. This is risky because some sellers just won’t do it, while others genuinely might not know. Having an impartial expert come in and evaluate the house is the best way to get an honest, informed opinion. Home inspectors check for all sorts of things that the average homeowners might not know what to even look for. Some of these things are:

  • Check all electrical outlets, switches and the fuse/breaker panel.
  • Flush toilets and turn on faucets to make sure they work and to determine water pressure.
  • Open and close all the windows.
  • Check the floors, walls and ceilings for any defects.
  • Check the basement or foundation for any water leakage.
  • Inspect the heating and cooling systems.
  • Check out the attic and any crawl spaces to assess insulation.
  • Examine-in the closets and under the stairs.
  • Inspect chimneys and flues (in some cases chimneys require an additional inspection from a specialist).
  • Inspect roof and eavestroughs.
  • Look around the entire exterior of the building structure looking for signs of weather damage.
  • Look for any issues with exterior decks and railings.
  • Inspect the foundation looking for cracks or other issues.
  • Check the grading around the foundation.


House Inspection


There are some things though that home inspectors do not look for or are not equipped to see. Ultimately home inspectors are not magicians and they can not see through walls. They’re not able to put holes in walls or rip up floors, so in many cases, they can only give you their best guess about what lies beneath.

How long does a House Inspection Take? 

When you book your house inspection plan to spend around three hours of time depending on the size of the home. Throughout that time it is a great time for you to ask questions, walk through the home and see the home with your own eyes. The most important thing I can recommend is to take the inspection report seriously. By the time the inspection happens people are often already emotionally attached to the house, and they have a tendency to brush off the results.

I have an awesome group of home inspectors I recommend to my clients that I fully trust. They are thorough, honest and reliable. If you have more questions about getting a home inspection or are needing recommendations on inspectors give me a shout!


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Is Buying A Fixer-Upper In Calgary Worth It?
 

Is Buying A Fixer-Upper In Calgary Worth It?

Blame it on Chip and Joanna, Jonathan and Drew, or any other HGTV dream team — fixer-uppers are getting their fair share of love on the market. SO how do you know what is right for you? Should you buy that fixer-upper? Or should you stick to buying a finished home or a new build? 

Buying a fixer-upper is a good idea when you want to make the home your own. The beauty of buying a house that needs work: a fixer-upper might be a good idea. You get to turn the house into your dream home — and, usually, at a much lower price than if you were custom-building from scratch. You can also usually get it for a great deal. Many imperfections that turn people off—peeling paint, worn carpets, or dated fixtures—are easily correctable. Blemishes are tough to see past, and those homes often languish on the market since most home buyers, especially first-timers, demand a turnkey, move-in-ready home in pristine condition. 

Fixer-uppers list for an average of 8 percent below market value. Some people also pick fixer-uppers to make some money. Investors will buy properties at a lower cost, do the renovations themselves and then sell the home when finished for a profit. 

Buying A Fixer-Upper In Calgary

Some downsides of buying a fixer-upper

Is renovations are expensive and there are typically a lot of hidden costs. While you’ll pay less for a home in need of repairs, you’ll spend money over time, probably hundreds of dollars per month over and above your mortgage payment. If you want to test the strength of your relationship with your spouse, try buying a home and renovating it together. Whether you choose to go the DIY route or hire a contractor, renovating is stressful, messy, and disruptive. If you have a busy career or children, you may find renovating to be more trouble than it is worth. Also, be prepared to not have the renovation go according to plan. If you buy a fixer-upper, especially an older one, you’ll never be sure what is behind those walls until you start renovating. The possibilities for unwelcome surprises when renovating are almost infinite. If you don’t budget for these surprises you may find yourself going into debt to complete your renovations.

In the end, you have to make the call whether you can handle a full-fledged renovation or you OK just updating paint and flooring. Many years ago I used to do construction work from new build homes to renovations so I have some insight on what homes might be good for a fixer-upper and ones that might be best to pass on. If you have questions about potentially buying a fixer-upper and want to chat further, give me a shout!


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