Afternoon News Rundown

"New downtown community association gives voice to 8,500 residents and counting Cody Stuart / CREB®Now "Repsol Sport Centre expansion to buoy inner-city swimming options Repsol Sport Centre will be expanding its aquatic offerings thanks to a $45-million commitment from the City of Calgary. Courtesy of Repsol Sport Centre "Calgary rental market struggles with high vacancy, but improvement is on the horizon Getty Images "Calgary's new downtown plan seeks to benefit current residents, and attract new ones Cody Stuart / CREB®Now "Out of office: Royal LePage predicts price increases for Alberta vacation properties in 2021, as COVID-19 continues to drive up demand Getty Images "Detached-home sellers are in the driver's seat, as low mortgage rates fuel demand across Calgary Getty Images "Community Profile: Beltline CREB®Now Archive "What's old is new again: adaptive reuse one solution to Calgary's downtown office vacancies Cube, Strategic Group's office-to-residential conversion project in the Beltline, is one example of adaptive reuse in action. Courtesy of Strategic Group "Eight tips for saving money on your home insurance Getty Images "Refreshed Beltline real estate development could become office hub for Calgary's burgeoning tech sector The District at Beltline. Courtesy of CBRE "Something from nothing: Calgary's Flyover Park and High Park create value from overlooked spaces High Park is located on the roof of a Beltline parkade. Courtesy of the Beltline Neighbourhoods Association "Six ways to lower your home heating bill this winter Getty Images "Domestic dangers: 12 common household hazards that could kill you "Historical Home Spotlight: Nellie McClung House The Nellie McClung House. Courtesy of the City of Calgary "Historic heartbeat: the Beltline offers glimpses of Calgary's past, as well as its future Central Memorial Park in the Beltline. CREB®Now Archive "Calgarians' interest in close-to-home vacation properties increases as COVID-19 continues to restrict international travel Getty Images "My First Home: Matt Stajan, Calgary Flames alum and fan favourite Courtesy of the Calgary Flames "Eight popular vacation communities within three hours of Calgary Homes at Little Bow. CREB®Now Archive "Head to head: Calgary housing affordability remains strong compared to other major centres Getty Images "Five things to consider when buying a ski-vacation condo Getty Images "REIN reports suggest location should be top of mind for Calgary investment-property buyers REIN’s inaugural University Effect: A Report for Rental Housing Providers illustrates how university campuses positively influence real estate rents, sale prices, home values and investment potential. CREB®Now Archive "Community Profile: Varsity CREB®Now Archive "Building value: Renovations remain a popular investment and economic boon across Canada Getty Images "Living large: Calgary's 10 biggest communities by population CREB®Now Archive "While condo project cancellations in Calgary are extremely rare, buyers still need to do their homework Getty Images "Eight Calgary pools where you can beat the heat this summer Cody Stuart / CREB®Now "Bank of Canada senior deputy governor discusses health of housing market at Calgary Chamber Bank of Canada senior deputy governor Carolyn Wilkins and governor Stephen Poloz. Courtesy Bank of Canada "Calgarians are saving money and finding hidden gems by vacationing close to home Getty Images "Weekend retreats Brookfield Residential's planned Rowan Park community. Courtesy Brookfield Residential "Calgary condo developers go all-in on innovative amenities Courtesy Jayman Built "High-end rental options flourish in the Beltline One of the rental units at Sodo Residences in the Beltline. Courtesy QuadReal Property Group "A day in the life: what it's like to live in some of Calgary's trendiest areas CREB®Now Archive "Forecasting fun Due to new taxes in B.C., more Albertans are expected to look within their own province for vacation properties during the rest of 2018. Getty Images "Density dilemma Getty Images "Affordable core Joshua Smith’s new Beltline condo places him within walking distance of all the downtown highlights. Andrea Cox / For CREB®Now "Compare and contrast Getty Images "55 Years of Calgary Real Estate: 1988 CREB® President Jerry Roberts Former CREB® president Jerry Roberts said the Winter Olympics in 1988 represented a turning point for Calgary and its real estate industry. Photo by Michelle Hofer/For CREB®Now "Q & A with CHBA-UDI's Marissa Toohey Marissa Toohey, manager of government relations and committees for the Calgary Region at CHBA - UDI Calgary Region Association, believes there is not a single solution that will solve affordable housing. Photo courtesy Marissa Toohey "Foreign interest in apartment sector unchanged: report "Foreign buyers roundtable