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Feb. 13, 2019 | Geoff Geddes
Development diaries: the latest news from some of Calgary's newest communities
Belmont
Developer: Anthem United
Just south of the ring road and moments from the rolling foothills, Belmont is situated in a newer area, but has ample amenities nearby. Granary Road, Spruce Meadows and the shopping options in Shawnessy are all well within reach, and Belmont's location near the outskirts of the city makes for easy mountain getaways.
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Feb. 28, 2019 | Gerald Vander Pyl
Greener pastures: year-round advice for the perfect lawn
If your lawn is looking rather ragged, it's time to adopt a year-round routine of maintenance that will give you healthy, great-looking grass.
Here's some advice from the experts on what to do, and when.
Here's some advice from the experts on what to do, and when.
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Feb. 20, 2019 | Gerald Vander Pyl
How to navigate the emotionally fraught process of selling the family home
For many empty nesters, downsizing means selling the family home where they have lived for decades.
Every nook and cranny of the home contains vivid reminders of their life, from pencil marks on a wall to record the heights of growing children, to cherished photos of family and friends.
Every nook and cranny of the home contains vivid reminders of their life, from pencil marks on a wall to record the heights of growing children, to cherished photos of family and friends.
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Feb. 13, 2019 | Natalie Noble
Extensive planning and collaboration ensure new communities bring residents the best of Calgary
Calgarians currently enjoy homes in thoughtfully crafted communities that blend landscape and lifestyle thanks to developers who see the beauty in building around the city. It takes vision, extensive planning and collaboration, but it's worth the wait.
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Feb. 28, 2019 | Andrea Cox
HGTV Canada star Todd Talbot explores the financial side of real estate at the Calgary Home + Garden Show
Known for his quirky sense of humour and dapper style, real estate guru and co-host of HGTV Canada's Love It or List It Vancouver Todd Talbot will be hitting the Main Stage at the Calgary Home + Garden Show this weekend to dish out a dollop of valuable real estate know how.
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Feb. 06, 2019 | Cody Stuart
Money for nothing: novel ways to squeeze every cent out of your home's potential
Much has been written about maximizing the financial value of your home. From renovations aimed at resale value to putting that spare bedroom up on Airbnb, some of the ways a homeowner can reap extra revenue from their home are obvious. However, there are more subtle ways a home – or its contents – can bring in a little extra cash.
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Feb. 20, 2019 | Gerald Vander Pyl
Multipurpose rooms and furniture help make the most of small spaces
As the name suggests, when people downsize their home, they usually find themselves dealing with less square footage.
That's where multipurpose furniture can help, such as a storage ottoman with a seat that flips over to become a side table, or an entryway bench to use while putting on shoes, with shelves underneath for footwear and a built-in rack above for hanging winter jackets.
That's where multipurpose furniture can help, such as a storage ottoman with a seat that flips over to become a side table, or an entryway bench to use while putting on shoes, with shelves underneath for footwear and a built-in rack above for hanging winter jackets.
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Feb. 11, 2019 | Barb Livingstone
Secondary-suite construction gaining popularity among Calgary homeowners
New city zoning, reduced permit fees and a still-faltering economy have increased the attractiveness of adding a secondary suite for Calgary homeowners.
Steve Francis, owner of Aspire Renovations, has done about six or seven secondary suites each year for almost a decade, but throughout last year and this January, that part of his business has been busier than ever.
Steve Francis, owner of Aspire Renovations, has done about six or seven secondary suites each year for almost a decade, but throughout last year and this January, that part of his business has been busier than ever.
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Feb. 06, 2019 | Gerald Vander Pyl
Secondary suites make homeownership more affordable for cash-strapped buyers
Homes with secondary suites have been a hot topic in Calgary for years, but their appeal for homebuyers looking to generate extra revenue is only growing amid adverse economic conditions.