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        <description>This blog is an online resource for Calgary real estate buyers, sellers, and Realtors to find information about mls listings, neighborhoods serachs, and anything real estate. We also have a tonne of informative posts on social media, etc.</description>
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            <author>brent@lanehomes.ca (Brent Lane)</author>
            <title>Sober ways for buying a home of your choice</title>
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As a Canadian its for sure that a
major portion of your earnings would always be kept aside for your dream
savings. Of course, for your dream home, indeed!! And for this dream come true,
youll have to place your foot steps to the most attractive yet lucrative scenario of the Canadian real estate industry. You would
always expect that your savings would turn up to be a creditable one in your
whole lifetime; right? So you would certainly seek out for all the possible
ways out there, to articulate your maiden investment a cost-effective one.


While you move ahead for investing,
the key factor is that you choose the best locale with the best infrastructure
and amenities. i.e. security factors, parking space, distance to airport and a
lot more. But apart from the so called factors,
there are other crucial features which make each family hesitate while opting
for buying a home, is the lack of knowledge in real estate market condition and its
awareness. Once you finalize your decision for investing, then only you search for
the pros and cons of the real
estate trends. Moreover if its backed by a
financial crisis, then you would obviously end up in dilemma as to how and when
to make the dealing. The general public even reconsiders their dreams and end
up in a decision that its better to opt for rental than to invest. Another
concern is that while buying
a home, as an investor, one has to bear other mandatory
costs such as property taxes, home insurance etc. Also without availing a loan
and paying mortgages, an average investors dream of buying a home would be far away.


Now as far as
the Calgary real estate
market is concerned, the public have certain uncertainties as the media has
rendered many frenzied news about the real estate market. But according to the
experts, its a conventional as well as healthy market and the rise in price of the
condominiums and single houses substantiates for this. As Calgary is said to be
the oil capital, the demand for the area rises considerably and this in turn
boost up the Calgary real estate
market. More and more people migrate to Calgary for employment purposes and
thus the need for accommodation rises, either for rental or for owning. From
this upshot of demand for the locale, you can expect a gradual but stable boom
in the real estate trends.



Certainly, renting a house has its own limits in such
a scenario. As a renter, you might not have any idea as to how long the
landlords would allow you to stay there. So situations imply that buying a home would be a wise choice
considering the real estate trends. Thus with many skyscrapers booming up in the city of&nbsp; Calgary making more opportunities both for
the job seekers and the Canadian real estate industry,
the development bells have started ringing and indications connote that its the right time for you to make your right
investment- thereby giving your earnings and dreams a color of your choice.
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            <pubDate>Fri, 11 May 2012 01:03:57 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>brent@lanehomes.ca (Brent Lane)</author>
            <title>Calgary a promising investment to move with</title>
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As a prudent investor,
before you step into a real estate
scenario, ensure that you educate yourself with all the information and
services available to you, and then move on for a wise investment- it definitely would be a worthy one.&nbsp;


So how about
making a promising investment after
hearing the real estate predictions for 2012? Especially for a fresher, its a
must that you check all the possible threads before moving ahead for an investment. In short, cram each and every
nuance regarding the cost of living, the popularity, the quality of life,
economy as well as job growth of the desired area where you wish to invest. The
better side of this analysis is that you could gain a fair depiction of what
you ought to do really and then take the advantage of the times.


&nbsp;Now if we checkout the economic outlook of
Canada, we could see that it has remained untouched by the global market risks,
so is the chronicle of Calgary.
Apart from being a major transportation and distribution hub, Calgary in recent years has
undergone many significant transitions either in the field of oil and gas
industry or in terms of tourism or high tech built-ups. Notwithstanding the
fact that its a real estate hub, Calgary has its tag as the fifth
largest metropolitan area in Canada. Also the worlds cleanest city, amidst the
foothills and prairies, its being labeled as the fifth best city to live in.&nbsp;


As part of the
substantial changes occurred in the recent years, Calgary has achieved its own identity in terms of the amenities,
lifestyle, transportation and shopping. So if you are looking for a place to
make a stable investment, then why
not opt for Calgary? - as a
comfortable and active place to live in. As per the analysis of Canadian Real
Estate Board (CREB), the Calgary real estate market has been showing
stability in pricing also.&nbsp; 


While you plan to
have a careful investment, an
engaging real estate professional is worth as they could guide you and help you
to stay within your budget by fulfilling your needs. A few weeks back, we have
seen that the Canadian property market showing a huge fall in residential
sales. Another major move in the real estate market was that the banks at
Canada offered deep discounts to mortgages. This shows that as the rates become
low, bells are ringing for another investment. So to help you make a wise investment, an informative approach by
an experienced Calgary
realtor is a must. With the information gathered from the MLS HPI, they could bestow you with an unparalleled community
information service. Now the realtors are even making use of the social medias
to provide online information based on home sale and purchase.



So with the most precise housing up-to-date market
data from the Calgary realtor, you
could get the opportunity to know more about the pricing trends and all the
associated costs involved to make a wise investment.
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            <pubDate>Thu, 03 May 2012 16:04:36 -0500</pubDate>
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            <author>brent@lanehomes.ca (Brent Lane)</author>
            <title>Buying condos in Calgary</title>
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Calgary is fast becoming extremely popular
as a wise real estate investment
option. With the growing increase in employment opportunities in Calgary,
Alberta, thanks to its rich oil resources; more and more people are making
Calgary their new home. While these people usually look for Calgary homes for sale as an
investment, condos in Calgary are taken to be
the most preferred option for accommodation. The increase in the number of expats
in the city has helped to give Calgary
real estate a boon. Not just for employment, there are several people who
travel to Canada as tourists simply because they love the warmth and
hospitality of the locals. Even these people who frequently visit the city
would like to own condos in Calgary.
Calgary is quite famous for skiing during winter and is also very popular for
the greatest outdoor show on Earth  the Calgary Stampede in summer. Tourists
who regularly visit Calgary find it a good option to look for Calgary houses for sale and invest in Calgary real estate. 


When you are aiming to buy condos in Calgary, it is always beneficial
to bear a few things in mind. Thats simply because, buying condos is a little
different from buying other types of Calgary
real estate. While you look for the MLS
listings to find Calgary homes for
sale and Calgary houses for sale,
with condos you need to be extra careful. Here are some quick pointers for
those who are looking to buy condos  




Condo documents: When you are
looking to buy condos in Calgary, it
is important that you get the documents reviewed by a condominium document
review specialist. This is to ensure that you should get full knowledge of the
present and future requirements while owning this Calgary real estate property. 


Interiors and exteriors: It is
important that you must be happy with the curb appeal of the apartment building
as well as the interiors of the condo. Because bringing modifications to the
exteriors is not permitted and you have several restrictions if you plan to
re-do the interiors. 


Fees: The various condos in Calgary charge different
condominium fees depending upon their location and utilities provided.


Parking: Parking is an
important issue with all Calgary real
estate properties. You must check if the condo provides you a parking space
and how much is it charged.




Apart from the above stated considerations,
you might also look in for pet restrictions, the major repairs on the property
that is planned in future, the reserve fund contributions and other utility
services to make an informed decision. 



Whether
you looking for Calgary homes for sale
or Calgary
houses for sale or want to buy condos
in Calgary - No matter what Calgary
real estate property you chose to invest in, do the right ground work in
order to reap the benefits of the investment.
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Owning a home is indeed a big deal which needs
plenty of research and a whole lot of advice from the experts. Apart from that
its a great feeling. Only once when you are into it you realize the fact that
to own a home, what and how much it takes! The
legitimacy is that you have to play the best game in the most excellent way to
get it done properly. The gist of the game lies in your choice of selecting the
right type of mortgage products that
meets your needs.


So to cut short your hair raising problems and
before investing your nest egg, lets have some mortgage talks.


As an investor, you may be skeptical to the matters
concerning real estate market and mortgages. You may have many concerns like affordability of
the property, its future sale etc. You might expect more when you hear the
media highlighting about the statements from the big Canadian Banks. Also you
might get mystified seeing the tremendous growth of the Canadian mortgage market on one hand and the fluctuations in
residential mortgage deals on the
other. Anyways, if you are all set to own a residence through a vital process
of mortgaging, you definitely need to have an idea about the entire real estate market as well as the risks factors while selecting the right type
of mortgages.


In your search for the right mortgage, you might
come across the below given, common as well as the major ones available in the scenario:




Pre-approved
Mortgage


Conventional
Mortgage 


Fixed
term Mortgage 


The
adjustable rate Mortgage


Equity
Mortgage etc 




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Always bear in mind the basic principle behind
mortgaging. Its your dream property/home which you place, that stands as a
security until your debt is repaid. Knowing your financial goals, youll have
to select the right type of mortgage for your dream property. Now to qualify for
a mortgage, you need to have your name in the eligible list of the lenders.
Your income level, future considerations, children, add-ons, maintenance, etc.
are greatly to be considered. Only your credits could help you to surpass all
the intricacies which could popup while moving for a mortgage.


Getting pre-approved from a lender would be the
safe choice while opting to buy a new home. The beneficial part is that, you
dont need to pay the interest at a higher rate than it is already been
approved. Again, when the interest rate gets low, you would be supplemented
that benefit too. Good idea for better investment, right? 


So initially make a wise decision about the mortgage amount, rate and repayment
period. This would help you to calculate and make your monthly payments a
feasible one, thereby enhancing your savings. There are options like low down
or no down payment mortgages, which you could make use of. In these types, the
principal balance which you pay over the first few years of the mortgage in considerably less. Here the
risk is, if the mortgage rates get renewed, you should be able to afford your
home with an alternative financial back up. Then this option could be a better
one to choose between a long term or short term payment.


The bottom line is that with all these ample
opportunities for better investment,
you dont have to mortgage your
entire life to fulfill your dream. So if you are interested in buying a
property, then as
a responsible realtor, with years of experience in the real estate market, you can find us @brentlane.com. We are
here to help you to take the right and suitable decision that would greatly
benefit you.



Invest
wisely, as the cream always rises to the top!!
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Got any plans to sell your condo? If you are a first time seller with all the plans for selling &nbsp;your fabulous condo, then our humble advice would be to follow this clich 
Initially study the market and then make the sale. As far as the real estate
scenario is concerned, the game always depends as per the market conditions.


Now since you have made up
your mind to sell your condo, check
out for the crucial steps you need to take towards listing your condo and
making its sale as a profitable one. In short, make a customized plan to sell your condo.


Deciding upon a reasonable price for your Condo as per the market value of your
area is the first and foremost thing. Always draw a clear line between the
price which you need for your condo and the bottom line price which you expect.
Even if its for a single or multi unit, the price tag which you fix for your condo should be favorable to your
locale. Always study the market with a fresh pair of eyes, for which you could
get a clear picture as to where the rates are heading. If you could figure out
an oversupply, the indication would be that the market is heading south.


Time really matters in this game of selling. Dont think that spring may be the best season to
make a move, sometimes winter could be a favorable one for your condo. Check out for the climate,
holidays etc, as these are the certain factors which could stand up as an
add-on to the real estate market and your selling
process of condo. &nbsp;


Next step is to figure out the specialties of your condo. This is the area where you could
regain all those extra expenses you have made to give your condo that enriched
and sophisticated look. So, make your condo ready for the market, give that extra touch up if needed.
Never let the buyer feel that after buying your condo he has to do that extra
repair or renovation work. Create a curb appeal as it would only make your selling an easier one. Highlight the amenities and the hassle
free life style which your condo could contribute. Give the buyer a healthier
impression and let him not waste a second in making a decision!


Arranging a home inspection would generate more
benefits to your selling process of
condo. It may certainly add points to your disclosure statement as well as
your credibility as a seller. So keep in mind all the manifest factors, ensure
that you place your house on the market with an exquisite outlook. So if you
and your condo are ready
to sell, make it
stand out from the rest and move ahead.


If you find this selling process of condo  an overwhelming or a hectic one, you
dont have to worry upon that, we have our vibrant team here to help you
@brentlane.com. We could help you with a few selling tips to price your home more realistically to attract the potential buyers.


Always remember that the key factor behind a
successful sale depends on implementing positive marketing strategies. So hope to see you with your needs in
our new and improved list @brentlane.com.
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            <author>brent@lanehomes.ca (Brent Lane)</author>
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Top five reasons to buy a home in Calgary RIGHT NOW:



5) Its a great time of year.
This is generally a slower time of year for Real Estate, and therefore REALTORS. Because of this, you will likely get a lot more attention and time from your agent than if you decided to start looking in the busier Spring and Summer months when they will have many more clients to serve. Also because of this busy time, prices will be a bit higher. 



4) Condo prices are a steal.
If youve been waiting to buy a condo because the prices were too high (back in 2007 Calgary condo prices went through the roof) now is the time to take advantage of the prices before they start going back up. Since January 2011 alone, average prices declined a full 7%. There are now a number of affordable condos on the market, something that Calgary hasnt seen in years.


 
3) Prices could go up with another economic boom cycle on the horizon.
Calgarys energy sector is ramping up and though economists are still a bit cautious about predicting another boom, there is no denying that a strong energy industry means more demand for real estate in Calgary.  If Calgarys economy heats up drastically tomorrow, you will definitely be kicking yourself for not snatching up a property today.



2) Selection is not getting any better.
The latest stats report from the Calgary Real Estate board shows that the number of homes on the market is lower than its been in a very long time  and its getting lower every day. After a prolonged period of excess inventory, the scales are finally starting to tip in favour of a buyers market. Take advantage of this now in case things go back to a sellers market. 



1) Low Mortgage Rates.
There have been some really great offers on mortgages lately (BMO offered a 5 year fixed mortgage amortized over 25 years for just 2.99%), and in general, prime rates remain as low as theyve been in many years. Many economists are saying this will be changing very soon, so to maximize the value you can invest in a new home, lock in your rate at a super low rate for as long as you can.
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    Top 6 Winnipeg Real Estate Blog posts of 2011 (via Winnipegs Real Estate Blog)


       6 Most-Read Posts of Winnipegs Real Estate Blog in 2011 It has been a very good year for Winnipegs Real Estate Blog. &nbsp;Lots of new readers are enjoying the posts and updates featured here. &nbsp;Here are the 6 most-read blog posts of the past year. Winnipeg REALTORS Keystone Matrix tutorial &hellip;
    




  
  

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            <title>Trouble-free ways for buying affordable condos in Calgary</title>
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Calgary Condos










 


If you are looking for
trouble-free ways of buying an affordable condo of your choice @ Calgary, then
you certainly deserve a professional service from a Calgary realtor who specializes in the
same field, preferably, a Certified Condominium Specialist. Because as the
property sales in Canada
shows a record fall for the first time since August 2011, and the real estate
sector is going through a range of increased regulatory pressures, you, as a
conscientious Canadian must be on the verdict of making a prudent investment.


In
this ever changing real estate scenario, owning your dream home should be
something, which if evaluated in future, should place you in a justifiable
podium to rely in your decisions. If you have decided to enjoy that natural
ambience and that too within the heart beat of the trendy avenues, then buying a Calgary condo would be the best option.
Achieve the most important and emotional investment in your life, through brentlane.com. To
enrich your searches and to give your needs an identity of its own, Calgary is a safe haven
and we @ brentlane.com are committed to
provide the best possible service by protecting your interests.


With
brentlane.com, you can
accomplish your dream of buying a Calgary condo from the plethoric range of condos and lifestyles available in the
Calgary
community. While accessing our current Calgary
MLS listing, you could get a clear
picture of the existing real estate market trends in condos. With our experienced and well informed Calgary realtor we would guide you in buying
a Calgary
condo&nbsp;whether its brand new or
pre-owned, at the best price ever. From the wide array of innovative design
features in our listing, you can choose you dream condos for your quality living. The amenities of Calgary condos listed in brentlane.com offers 24/7 concierge service, wine
storage/tasting room, exercise facility, guest suites,&amp; just steps away
from river walking paths, shops &amp; restaurants.


Financing
your Calgary condo is the next step, where you can
reliably seek the help of our Calgary realtor. Whether
with regard to the price per square foot or in matters of property taxes,
monthly upkeeps of the common property, inspection formalities or with regard
to the condos documents, you dont have to take the pain and effort. Our Calgary realtor would help you for those entire ventures at its
best by realizing all your soothing needs. Right from the meek and affordable
to the stunningly lavish ones, brentlane.com could offer you a variety of Calgary condos for
every income and lifestyle.


No
matter if you are a first time buyer; we are ready to assist you through the
entire process of making your dream come true. You are assured to have a
flexible and stress free experience with Brent Lane in selecting your favorite condos. 


So
search your condos from brentlane.com and prove yourself as a fantastic homebuyer.
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            <title>Why not Post Just Sold Properties?</title>
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Posting Just Sold Properties. Should I?


Id like to talk for a minute on the matter of posting &ldquo;Just
Sold&rdquo; properties on websites. 
This is an interesting marketing approach as there are just as many reasons why
not as why you possibly should post them. 


The natural conclusion that many Realtors or agents come to
is, &ldquo;hey Im having success and potential clients would like to use a
successful agent&rdquo;. 


When in reality the average consumer is more interested in
what you can do for them now. It is true that every consumer wants to know that
this is not the first, or second, or third home that you have sold ever, but
outside of that what they care about most is &ldquo;what you bring to the table&rdquo;.


No, Im not talking about knife, a fork, and a napkin (ready
for dinner). Im talking about your skill set. Do they&nbsp; trust you? Are you knowledgeable in the community
they are in? Do you know how to evaluate the property confidently for them? Can
you draw up contracts precisely and negotiate effectively?


These are some of the areas of business that you may want to
put the focal point on when presenting to potential clients. 


I know my clients and the questions they ask and rarely do I
ever get &ldquo;How many homes have you sold this week?&rdquo; 


They ask me, &ldquo;How is the real estate market overall?&rdquo; or &ldquo;How
safe is this community?&rdquo; 


You get what Im saying. Try and focus attention on the
current clients and what people are looking for now from you.


Social Marketing "Just Sold Listings"


The second part I want to touch on is the marketing of sold
properties socially. In todays world and real estate markets like Calgary for
example, there is a lot of attention put on others success. &nbsp;As a successful REALTOR myself (Wink! Wink!),
I put special attention on not being boisterous when you are having an
incredible month or week. There is a fine line between promoting your success,
so that others may know that you are doing well and driving potential clients
away with over promotion. 


Ask yourself when you are going to post something socially
to Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIN, etc. &ldquo;Would I want to hear what oil and gas
deal Joe Smith just closed downtown?&rdquo; The answer for most of us is, &ldquo;NO!&rdquo; 


I actually enjoy celebrating my friends, family, etc.
successes with them, but always in the right forum to do so. 


As an industry I truly believe that we need to set the bar a
little higher as to how we relate to each other and our networks. If you give
people the chance to believe in you and ask you &nbsp;for the information they require on their
terms, you may be surprised by the organic growth in your business you see.


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            <title>Article in March 2012 Avenue Magazine</title>
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What makes Calgary a great place to live?&nbsp;


What makes your
community ideal for your lifestyle? As a Calgary Real Estate agent, I am constantly
asked these questions, or at least always answering them when I deal with
clients who are buying a home. Because of this, I am launching a new website
that is meant to enrich the lives of all my clients, their families, and
Calgarians alike. I want www.thecalgarylife.com to become THE authority
on what's hot, happening, and what's great about every Calgary community. Using
this website as a resource for you and your family's social activities will
help grow your love for your city, your community, as well as your home, even
more.


To coincide with
the launch of this Calgary web resource, I have an article running in Avenue
Magazine's March 2012 issue. It discusses the important issue of buying a home
based on more than just its square footage or color scheme. In Calgary, your
lifestyle should be equally important, and as a Real Estate professional, it's
my job to show you how to get the ideal lifestyle for your needs and within
your budget. This is what I enjoy most about my job, and why I want to be known
as Calgary's lifestyle realtor.&nbsp;


The Calgary Life
will be a website where we will post reviews on all the best local and
community restaurants, concerts, events, movies, and ideas for things to do in
your neighborhood depending on weather and season. Basically, it will be a
resource and a guide for the Calgary lifestyle all of the best reasons to live
in Calgary. In order to get the best and most relevant content, weve also set
it up in a way that you can get involved by submitting your own reviews or
mentions. &nbsp;


If you haven't already,
check out our new website www.thecalgarylife.com, join our Facebook
page, and of course, watch for the article coming out in the March
2012 Avenue
Magazine.&nbsp;




 



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