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  • Detached Homes in Calgary: Steady as Other Markets Slow

    Detached Homes in Calgary: Steady as Other Markets Slow

    Slide 1: Calgary detached homes barely budge, but apartments and row-homes face steep price drops. Slide 2: Apartment inventory hits five months’ supply, pushing prices down 7% to $318,000.

  • Is Calgary’s Market Recovering?

    Is Calgary’s Market Recovering?

    Hiring in energy and services bolsters buyer confidence in Calgary. New listings remain balanced, helping stabilise market activity. Average prices gradually increase across suburban neighbourhoods. Days-on-market shorten for entry-level and family homes. Outlook: ↑2–4% anticipated with ongoing employment gains.

  • Winter Hints Calgary’s Market Turning Buyer-Friendly

    Winter Hints Calgary’s Market Turning Buyer-Friendly

    Slide 1: Winter slowdown means opportunity — motivated sellers, more negotiation room, and below-peak prices for patient buyers. Slide 2: Detached/semi-detached homes stable; row homes/apartments see 1–2% declines in winter.  Slide 3: New housing supply is reshaping the scene — more rentals and condos, more choices for everyone. Slide 4: Winter slowdown = smart investors’…

  • 2026 ਲਈ ਰੀਅਲ ਐਸਟੇਟ ਰੁਝਾਨ: ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਦਾ ਭਵਿੱਖ ਉਮੀਦ ਤੋਂ ਵਧ ਕੇ

    ਕੈਨੇਡੀਅਨ ਰੀਅਲ ਐਸਟੇਟ ਉੱਚ ਵਿਆਜ ਦਰਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਅਫੋਰਡੇਬਿਲਟੀ ਚੁਣੌਤੀਆਂ ਦੇ ਮੱਦੇਨਜ਼ਰ ਆਪਣਾ ਧਿਆਨ ਬਦਲ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ। ਨਿਵੇਸ਼ਕ ਕਾਂਡੋ ਤੋਂ ਪਰਪਜ਼-ਬਿਲਟ ਰੈਂਟਲ, ਖਾਸ ਕਰਕੇ ਪਰਿਵਾਰਕ ਯੂਨਿਟਾਂ ਵੱਲ ਵਧ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ, ਜਿਸ ਦੀ ਮਾਂਗ Montreal, Quebec City ਅਤੇ Ottawa ਵਿੱਚ ਮਜ਼ਬੂਤ ਹੈ। Calgary ਆਬਾਦੀ ਵਾਧੇ ਅਤੇ ਨਵੀਂ ਤਾਮੀਰ ਕਾਰਨ ਅਗੇਤਰੀ ਮਾਰਕੀਟ ਬਣੀ ਹੋਈ ਹੈ। ਸੀਨੀਅਰਜ਼ ਹਾਊਸਿੰਗ ਵੱਡੇ…

  • Calgary Home Sales Down 13% in Mid-Fall

    Calgary Home Sales Down 13% in Mid-Fall

    Calgary home sales dropped 13% as inventory surged 30% in October. Benchmark price fell 4.1% to $568K, row and apartment homes hit hardest.

  • Relief for Renters: Calgary Costs Drop

    Relief for Renters: Calgary Costs Drop

    Calgary’s average rent for one-bedroom apartments dropped 5.9% compared to last year. Two-bedroom rents also fell by 7%, now averaging $2,068 per month. This marks the city’s continued rental market cooling amid national declines. Calgary now ranks 43rd in affordability among Canadian cities, showing improved accessibility for renters. Analysts attribute the decline to increased apartment…

  • Calgary Steals the Spotlight in 2025 Housing Boom

    Calgary Steals the Spotlight in 2025 Housing Boom

    Slide 1: Calgary takes the crown as Canada’s new housing start leader in 2025. Slide 2: The city recorded a strong 18,632 housing starts in mid-2025. Slide 3: Alberta’s open energy trade with the U.S. fuels local confidence and steady growth. Slide 4: Builders are seizing the moment as affordability draws new residents to Calgary.…

  • First-Time Homebuyer Tips: Here’s What You Need to Know

    First-time homebuyers should prepare by budgeting for mortgage, taxes, insurance, and maintenance. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage clarifies affordability. Research local markets and factor in closing costs. Consider home inspections to avoid surprises. Decide between buying resale or building new, weighing costs and energy efficiency. Plan for future needs, resale value, and ongoing maintenance. Take…

  • Calgary Multi-Family Market Showing Strong Momentum

    Calgary Multi-Family Market Showing Strong Momentum

    Slide 1: Calgary’s multi-family sales already hit $700M, nearly matching all of 2024 — strong investor momentum. Slide 2: Rental rates plateau near $2,000, vacancy rises slightly, but demand keeps Calgary a seller’s market.

  • 10 ਆਸਾਨ ਤਰੀਕੇ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਘਰ ਤੇਜ਼ੀ ਨਾਲ ਅਤੇ ਵਧੇਰੇ ਕੀਮਤ ‘ਤੇ ਵਿਕ ਸਕਦੇ ਹਨ: ਰੀਅਲ ਐਸਟੇਟ ਮਾਹਿਰਾਂ ਦੀ ਸਲਾਹ

    ਘਰ ਨੂੰ ਜਲਦੀ ਅਤੇ ਵਧੀਆ ਕੀਮਤ 'ਤੇ ਵੇਚਣ ਲਈ ਵੱਡੀਆਂ ਮੁਰੰਮਤਾਂ ਦੀ ਬਜਾਏ ਛੋਟੀਆਂ ਸੁਧਾਰਾਂ 'ਤੇ ਧਿਆਨ ਦਿਓ। ਮੁੱਖ ਸੁਝਾਵਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਵੱਧ ਵਧੇ ਹੋਏ ਦਰੱਖਤ ਤੇ ਬੂਟਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਛਟਾਈ, ਸਾਹਮਣੇ ਦੇ ਦਰਵਾਜ਼ੇ ਨੂੰ ਨਵੇਂ ਰੰਗ ਅਤੇ ਫੁੱਲਾਂ ਨਾਲ ਤਾਜ਼ਾ ਕਰਨਾ, ਬਾਗ ਦੀ ਨਿਰੀ ਗਾਹਕੀ ਅਤੇ ਮਲਚ ਲਗਾਉਣਾ, ਅਤੇ ਉੱਚ ਆਵਾਜਾਈ ਵਾਲੇ ਇਲਾਕਿਆਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਵਾਂ ਰੰਗ…

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