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Finding the Perfect Neighbourhood

Wednesday, February 19th, 2020

Lasting memories are built in neighbourhoods where amenities match lifestyles. When shopping for a new home, evaluate a prospective new neighbourhood against “the 3 E’s.”
 

Finding the Perfect Neighbourhood

Finding the Perfect Neighbourhood


 
Fast forward a few years and imagine that your family has grown up. You’ve come back to the “old neighbourhood” to reminisce. What will they remember? The playground where they hung out with their friends? The quiet cul-de-sac where they learned to ride their bikes? The park where they picnicked and flew kites?
 

What are the 3 E’s?

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Will Your Furniture Fit in Your New Home?

Wednesday, February 19th, 2020

There’s one question that few buyers ask until it’s too late: “Will our furniture fit?”
 
When shopping for a new home, most buyers consider factors such as neighbourhood, proximity to schools, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, size of the kitchen, and more. These are, of course, all important considerations.
 
This may seem like a trivial concern. But, if you’ve invested thousands of dollars in a new living room set, you’re going to be very disappointed if it looks too crowded in your new home.
 

Will Your Furniture Fit?

Will Your Furniture Fit?

Here’s a tip:

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Are You Ready to Buy Up?

Tuesday, February 4th, 2020

No matter how much you love your current home, you may still be dreaming of the day you can buy up into a better home in a better neighbourhood. Are you ready to buy up? Is that day today or a few years down the road?
 

Here’s a quick way to make that assessment.

 

Are you ready to buy up?

Are you ready to buy up?


 
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Nordic Farmhouse Decor at Our House this Christmas

Thursday, December 19th, 2019

Welcome to our Home and our Nordic Farmhouse Christmas!

 
Christmas comes early to our hearts and minds in our home. We decorated very early – back in November. My friends are asking me to share what I’ve done and post for all to see. At the end of a long year of real estate, here’s some respite from a difficult market and hard sales.
 

Reason for the Season

Christmas has a lot of meaning for me still to this day. I loved Christmas growing up. It meant cookies, family dinners and church visits. I work to balance my beliefs about what I learnt in Church about the reason for the season. I ask myself, how did a ‘mythology’ or ‘folklore’ become so pervasive between countries and languages? Is it the need for one another to aspire to forgiveness, the light, love and peace or is it something more?
 
Like any good REALTOR® – I watch at upcoming trends, home decor, colors and materials to influence the mood of my home and this years Christmas is no exception. Being an Alberta girl, I do like Farmhouse. I like Joanna Gaines. I like Fixer Upper. I like Ship lap. Even Wagon Wheel lighting gives a smile to my decorating soul.
 
After a thorough review of the upcoming trends and styles for Christmas 2019, I decided to mix two styles into one for our house.
 

Nordic and Farmhouse

Nordic Farmhouse Christmas Decorating 2019

Nordic Farmhouse Christmas Decorating 2019


 
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Can Kitchen Appliances Increase the Value of Your Home?

Thursday, October 17th, 2019

Next to a major kitchen renovation, replacing appliances is the most expensive way to upgrade the space. So, if you’re purchasing a new refrigerator, stove or dishwasher in order to make your home more attractive to buyers, you want to make wise purchasing decisions.
 

Kitchen-value-of-a-home

Kitchen-value-of-a-home

 

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108 12804 140 Avenue *Just Sold*

Friday, February 22nd, 2019
108 12804 140 Avenue *Just Sold*

108 12804 140 Avenue *Just Sold*

🐾🐾 #shoutout to @streetsideyeg by @qualicoyeg for their excellent work at #aloftskyview 💖💕💓💖💘 🐈🏡 #PurrfectProperties 🏡🐈 #yeg

With gratitude and thanks for a beautiful property with quality workmanship. Judy was a tough client to find a #home for and the great folks over there did everything they could to make this Judy and Lewis’s new home.

You see Judy has a #bigdog and those big dogs 🐕🐶 just aren’t allowed at many #condos so we were looking for a #builder that understood the meaning of #furbabies and these folks stepped up to the plate.

What a swing they took. They know that it’s usually bad owners, not bad dogs. They were kind and didn’t refuse this 8 year old #labrador.

What really needed to happen happened. Lewis, was trained as a #searchandrescue dog but so many properties had no room at the inn for him. Trained to help us all and these folks have helped Judy, Lewis and myself just #love their shopping experience.

They made a #unique request possible and are so #cool in that they offer #homebuyers a 15 month workmanship warranty instead of 12. (What does that say about their quality and willingness to please their clients?)

#twothumbsup #bigdogsofinstagram #instastories #searchandrescuedog #petfriendly #dogsarefamily #dogowner #doggy #mansbestfriend #furbabymom #dogsthatexplore #puppydogeyes #puppy #dogslife🐶 #doggo

Simply Elegant in Sherwood Park – 28 Oriole Crescent

Tuesday, December 4th, 2018

NEW LISTING ALERT:

Simply Elegant! in Sherwood Park!

Simply Elegant! in Sherwood Park!

Welcome to 28 Oriole Crescent in Sherwood Park – This 3+1 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Bungalow home in the charming Brentwood neighbourhood, complete with squirrels, chirping birds and tall trees! Be greeted with Seating and Storage Benches at each entrance, and beautiful Engineered Hardwood throughout. A Trio of Work stations in the Island Kitchen feature Quartz Countertops, Brand New Stainless Steel Appliances, Full Height Upper Cabinetry, Crown Molding and Gorgeous Backsplash. Enjoy peace of mind with 2018 SHINGLES, WINDOWS, Decking, Flooring, Paint, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FURNACE, APPLIANCES and more. Brand New 600 ft2 Garage and Driveway added to the property in Fall of 2018. Get your kids to school quick with Brentwood and Ecole Pere Kenneth Kearns Elementary schools nearby! This Fresh and Updated Bungalow is Turnkey and ready for Quick Possession.

604 Village on The Green – Coming soon to MLS®

Saturday, July 14th, 2018

Affordable Chic! Elegance is featured in this 2 Storey Townhouse, conveniently located across from Londonderry Mall with quick access to Public Transportation. The separate Living Room overlooks your low maintenance, landscaped backyard and gardens. Company Coming? Feast in a dining area that works for two or twelve. Get more done daily, with Laundry area right beside the Kitchen. Store more of your items in the larger basement. Renovated Bathrooms, Central Air Conditioning, White Appliances and Neutral Colours make this home move-in ready. The flex space in the basement can be used as an office, an exercise room or whatever space you need for your life. Tucked away in a nice, quiet location of the condo, with two underground parking spaces, this home is sure to please.

 

Contact JEANINE OSBORNE, REALTOR® WITH REMAX REAL ESTATE, for more information or to book your private tour.

604 Village on The Green – Coming soon to MLS®

604 Village on The Green – Coming soon to MLS®

5715 201 Street Just Listed in The Hamptons!

Tuesday, July 3rd, 2018

Design for Today, Tomorrow and Beyond in this 2 Storey Home with 3 Bedrooms and 2.5 Bathrooms. An Impressive 2 Storey Foyer greets both you and your guests. Get more done daily, with Laundry Room beside the kitchen, just through the Walk-Through Pantry, steps from the 2 Car attached garage! The Great Room, Fireplace, Dining Area, Kitchen and Patio Doors are placed in a Family-Appealing layout. The Large Bonus Room with Vaulted Ceilings and Sun-sational windows will be the perfect place for your family to gather at night. Enjoy the extra space of a Large Master Bedroom with Walk In Closet and ‘His and Hers’ En-suite. Designed for family living, this home is ready to move into.

 

Contact Jeanine Osborne, REALTOR® with Remax Real Estate to book your showing or ask for additional information.

5715 201 Street Just Listed in The Hamptons!

5715 201 Street Just Listed in The Hamptons!

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86, 2803 James Mowatt Trail – Coming Soon to Remax RE

Wednesday, June 13th, 2018
86, 2803 James Mowatt Trail for Sale

86, 2803 James Mowatt Trail for Sale

This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 3 Storey Townhouse has been well looked after by the original owners. Careful attention has been paid to upgrading the features and interior elements. This home shows a ’10’ with lots of bells and whistles….

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How Does a REALTOR® know it is Spring?

Monday, April 2nd, 2018
How does a REALTOR® know it's Spring?

How does a REALTOR® know it’s Spring?

Her last three deals were all #multipleoffers … lol #yegre #remaxhustle #realtorlife

Remax #YEG Market Share – 2017 Year Totals

Sunday, April 1st, 2018
Remax #YEG Market Share - 2017 Year Totals

Remax #YEG Market Share – 2017 Year Totals

Wondering who you should list or buy your home with?  I hope this chart helps you to make an informed decision.  Do the numbers show a good return on your investment as the Seller or Buyer?  Will you have an experienced Agent?

RE/MAX – 975 Members – 43.75% Total Market Share

Royal Lepage – 346 Members – 10.71% Market Share

Realty Executives – 111 Members – 9.22% Market Share

Century 21 – 317 Members – 7.65% Market Share

Maxwell Realty – 496 Members – 5.54% Market Share

Homes & Garden – 224 Members – 1.98% Market Share

Comfree – 14 Members – 1.97% Market Share

Now Real Estate – 106 Members – 1.72% Market Share

2% Realty – 23 Members – 1.35% Market Share

Coldwell Banker – 40 Members 1.29% Market Share

 

Whether buying or selling your home, you have several decisions to make.

Should you work with a REALTOR®? Which real estate company will provide the best value? Which REALTOR® within that company will be best suited to help you through the process?

We reached out to the RE/MAX Influencers: A panel consisting of RE/MAX Sales Associates from throughout Canada. We asked them: Why should a consumer work with RE/MAX when he/she has so many options out there?

The Brand

Chances are, you would have a hard time finding someone who has never heard of “RE/MAX.” With 100,000 Sales Associates in nearly 100 countries worldwide, the RE/MAX name—along with the iconic balloon—represents a professional organization that has become an industry leader.

RE/MAX also advertises through many mediums, including: Television, print, online and physical signs such as NHL rink boards. This high level of exposure will go to work for you when listing your property. Many RE/MAX Sales Associates are also affiliated with the Children’s Miracle Network; therefore, the sale of a RE/MAX Miracle Home will help support your local children’s hospital. According to ComScore, RE/MAX Canada also leads other real estate brands with its significant traffic to remax.ca.

“In an uncertain market, consumers become less speculative. Instead, they rely on proven brands to reinforce their efforts to manage one of their most important investments. They rely on the experience and expertise that has made RE/MAX one of the most recognizable brands in the real estate world.”

Sales Associates

RE/MAX Sales Associates have the experience to get the job done in today’s market.

The vast majority of our membership are full-time agents who are experts in their local communities. They work hard and are committed to help their clients through the home buying or selling process. *RE/MAX agents sell more real estate than any other Canadian brand.

“RE/MAX is often a collection of the top REALTORS® in any given marketplace. RE/MAX also has an international network: This type of network could be where the buyer of my client’s home comes from.”

Training and Support

RE/MAX supports all of its Sales Associates with comprehensive training and ongoing support.

Our affiliates are highly skilled and educated, and they have the latest tools and technology at their fingertips. They are motivated to put this knowledge and experience to work for you!

*Source: MMR Strategy Group study to RE Buyers & Sellers

When will consumers get the relief they need with Condos in Alberta?

Friday, January 29th, 2016

The Importance of Bill 9

Hi Folks, this was such a great article just posted, that I knew I had to send it out directly.  Estefania, thank you for writing this, you clearly articulate what so many consumers have experienced and are working to correct.  Personally, I am involved with the same issues as written in your article and I hope by this reposting that I help to bring awareness to my community and circles.

http://www.sherwoodparknews.com/2016/01/28/the-importance-of-bill-9

  By Estefania Cortez-Vargas, Special to the Sherwood Park News

Thursday, January 28, 2016 11:00:00 MST PM

Bill 9, the Condominium Property Amendment Act, 2014, was passed in the Alberta legislature in December 2014. Since then, Service Alberta staff have been developing regulations and the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) is developing licensing standards for condominium managers.

Since being elected in May 2015, I have met with many stakeholders and constituents about their concerns and experiences with this legislation. It has been made quite clear that this review is important, as many have felt the impact of the act as it currently stands.

In consultations conducted with owners and buyers, condo boards and organizations, property managers and developers, realtors and lawyers, we heard concerns about the previous government’s handling of this legislation and their stakeholder strategy. In response, we took the unprecedented step of putting draft regulations online for all to see. We received nearly 300 responses to our survey — 75 per cent coming directly from condo owners. These responses indicate broad support for enhancements to protections proposed by these regulations.

The regulations are intended to improve protection for purchasers and existing owners, enhance board transparency and accountability, allow for efficient governance, raise standards in Alberta’s condominium management sector, and enhance dispute resolution.

Regulations are being drafted and will be rolled out in four phases. Phase 1 focuses on developer obligations and enforcement powers. Phase 2; insurance, repair and maintenance obligations, corporation governance and reserve funds. Phase 3 will be conducted by RECA and will address regulation of the condominium management sector. Phase 4 will create a condominium dispute tribunal.

The bill also aims to raise standards in Alberta’s condominium management sector by giving RECA authority to license and regulate managers. RECA is working directly with the condominium management sector and will consult the condominium community at-large, including owners, to determine the appropriate regulatory framework and cost structure.

Our government is committed to strengthening consumer protection, improving consumer confidence and balancing the interests of stakeholders in the condo market. That is why we will continue to take an open, public, and consumer rights-based approach to completing these important regulations.

More regulations are needed to complete Bill 9. I encourage all stakeholders to visit www.servicealberta.gov.ab.ca/Consumer-condominiums.cfm for information and updates, and to provide feedback. I can also be reached directly through my constituency office.

I would like to express my gratitude to those of you who have spent countless hours discussing this matter with me. I will continue to consult with you and look forward to future conversations and input as we move ahead.

Estefania Cortes-Vargas is the Member of the Legislative Assembly for the Strathcona-Sherwood Park Constituency. If you have any comments or questions concerning this column or other provincial government issues, please contact Estefania at her constituency office located at #19 – 99 Wye Rd., Sherwood Park, T8B 1M1. Telephone: 780-416-2492 or e-mail: strathcona.sherwoodpark@assembly.ab.ca.

Further resources about licensed property managers and unlicensed assistants in Alberta.

As of December of 2014, Alberta Legislation passed that all property managers must be licensed with and registered to the Real Estate Council of Alberta. https://www.reca.ca/consumers/standards/condominium-manager-regulation.html

A RECA consumer alert regarding unlicensed property managers: https://www.reca.ca/consumers/publications/news-releases/2015/15-01-19-Schuller-Consumer-Alert.html

‘Consumers are encouraged to work only with licensed industry professionals.

Licensed individuals must meet and maintain rigorous licensing requirements, including:

  • providing a Certified Criminal Record Check prior to licensing
  • completing comprehensive pre-licensing education and ongoing re-licensing education, and,
  • maintaining errors and omissions insurance.

In the event of a licensee’s fraud, breach of trust or failure to account or disburse money in accordance with the terms of trust, a consumer may be eligible for compensation from RECA’s consumer compensation fund. Consumers who work with unlicensed individuals are not eligible for compensation from RECA’s consumer compensation fund.’

The Canadian Real Estate Market – Predicitions 2013 – Kitty Bits

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013

So all the numbers are in and we have some excellent indications of what will be happening in the Real Estate Market across Canada. The picture below shows some of the more important numbers and as you will find out in later posts, the numbers in Alberta come in just the same as we are seeing across Canada.  I absolutley love that there is an almost neutral belief in rising housing values.  As you will find out in later posts, Alberta is leading the way with a higher percentage.

Kitty Bits and the Canadian Real Estate Market 2013

Predictions for the Real Estate Market in Canada 2013

So in our chart you saw:

  • the Predicted price increase in housing values,
  • Who are the most serious planners and buyers across canada, what is their demographic
  • What percentage of real estate buyers can afford a 20% down payment or more,
  • How much of Canada in percentage believes housing values are going to rise and
  • What is the intended spending average for real estate and Canadians this year.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this post of Kitty Bits and hope to see you back again real soon, now that would be the Cats Meow.