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April 17, 2019 | Tyler Difley
Calgary REALTOR® elected vice-president of Canadian Real Estate Association
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) recently announced the election of Cliff Stevenson as vice-president of its board of directors.
Jan. 29, 2019 | Natalie Noble
Q&A: 2019 CREB® president Sarah Johnston is working to raise the bar in Calgary real estate
In 2019, CREB® welcomes the passionate and energetic Sarah Johnston as its new president. Thirteen years into her real estate career, she hopes to bring a different perspective to the table. Here's what she had to say about her career, working with CREB®'s board of directors and growing through tough times.
Jan. 02, 2019 | Barb Livingstone
What they said in 2018
Some of the city's housing market experts share their thoughts on Calgary real estate in 2018 and what might lie ahead.
Dec. 19, 2018 | Geoff Geddes
Q&A: searching for stability
CREB® chief economist Ann-Marie Lurie recaps the year that was in Calgary's housing market.
Dec. 19, 2018 | Geoff Geddes
Q&A: Collaboration was key for outgoing CREB® president Tom Westcott
As he wraps up his one-year term as CREB® president, Tom Westcott reflects on the challenges and changes that made for a memorable 2018.
Oct. 24, 2018 | Kathleen Renne
Pop the question: Tom Westcott
In 2018, CREB® welcomes longtime Calgary REALTOR® and industry veteran Tom Westcott as the organization's new president. Westcott sat down with Kathleen Renne for CREB®Now to talk about his career in the industry, his passion for real estate and his thoughts on the Calgary housing market in 2018.
July 25, 2018 | Geoff Geddes
Mitigation efforts continue five years after 2013 flood
"When I got involved five years ago, I thought the City would be further along than they are now, but we have to appreciate that a ton of work has been done around flood mitigation," said Tony Morris, co-president of the Calgary River Communities Action Group. The grassroots organization advocates for upstream mitigation to protect thousands of homeowners across Calgary.
June 06, 2018 | CREBNow
Lending conditions weigh on housing demand
Citywide sales activity in May totalled 1,726 units, 19 per cent below last year's levels and 24 per cent below longer-term averages. Sales activity in the detached sector declined to levels not seen in over a decade.
"The impact of rising lending rates and stricter qualification levels is causing demand to ease across all product types," said CREB® chief economist Ann-Marie Lurie.
May 14, 2018 | CREBNow
How to pick a REALTOR®
Eighteen questions you should ask a Realtor before hiring
Buying or selling a home is likely the biggest transaction people will make in their lives.
For example, the average MLS® System sale price in Calgary, as of the end of April, was close to half a million dollars.
Whether you're a buyer or a seller, finding the right REALTOR® can be a daunting task. There are many to choose from; CREB® has more than 5,400 registered Realtors serving Calgary and surrounding areas. It's important to select a Realtor who can meet your needs, especially when you consider the stakes.
