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6 Benefits of the Calgary Energy Code Changes: #4 Reduce Moisture Issues
If you've ever had moisture issues in a house, then you know how a high humidity level in your house can cause problems. Inside a typical house 10 to 50 liters of moisture is released every day. Humidity levels over 40% can create air-quality problems, including water...
7 Tips for Protecting Your Home While on Vacation
Did you know the most common break-ins occur when homeowners are away on vacation? We know this is the last thing you want to think about while you're getting pumped up for your vacation, but leaving your home unoccupied makes it a better target for burglars. But...
Get the Look: Boulder Creek’s Relaxing Master Bedroom Retreat
The master bedroom is the most personal space in your home, and it's important to get it just right. By carefully combining and layering colours and textures, our designer was able to create a unique look that strikes the right mood in our Boulder Creek master...
6 Benefits of the Calgary Energy Code Changes: #3 Breathe Healthy, Fresh, Clean Air
We've already discussed improved home comforts and energy savings from the changes to Alberta's building codes to improve the energy efficiency of our homes. Another benefit that we know will help you breathe easier is improved air quality. An energy-efficient,...
10 Tips For Getting Your Home Summer-Ready
Since Calgary's warm weather is already off to a solid start, we know there's not much sense in giving you pointers on gassing up your grill or mowing the lawn. But we do have a few timely tips you may not have thought of when it comes to getting your home ready for...
Calgary’s Education Options Part 3: Public, Catholic, Charter, or Private?
In parts one and two of our Calgary Education Options series, we explore the fabulously family-friendly neighbourhoods of Rancher's Rise in Okotoks, Harmony in Springbank, Kinniburgh in Chestermere and Redstone in the city's northeast. This time, we'd...
5 Easy Ways To Come Up With Your Down Payment
We understand that as a first-time time home buyer, coming up with your down payment can be hard. A recent real estate report shows most people in Calgary are looking at homes in the $495,00 range, which means you'll need to come up with at least $24,750 for the...
Show Stopping Show Homes: The Franklin
You've heard us brag about Evanston before. We love to talk about this new community and its epic prairie views, close proximity to stores and service, and vast amount of green spaces (packed with parks and walking trails). We also love mentioning that Evanston was...
New Build, Move-In Ready or Spec: Which is Right For You?
One of the best parts about searching for a new home is the sheer amount of choice available to you. If, like many Calgarians, you've decided a brand new home is the way to go, you even have a choice as to where in the home building stage you'd like to purchase. You...
Get the Look: Ranchers’ Rise Kitchen with Wide Open Spaces
Do you dread entertaining in a cramped kitchen or feel like there's not enough kitchen space for everyone during the morning breakfast rush? Well, you'll never feel that way in this wide-open kitchen in our Ranchers' Rise showhome. There's plenty of room here for the...
Top 10 Outdoor Living Features for Your Home
Summer is finally just around the corner and with the weather heating up, so does the urge to spend more time outdoors. If like most Calgarians, you can't wait to spend countless summer days in your backyard, we've got some great ideas that will really take your...
8 Things to Do Around Kinniburgh
Hate the idea of luxurious lakeside living? Can't stand the notion of year-round outdoor fun? Cringe at the thought of a family-friendly, amenity accessible community? You best turn back now, as you're not going to want to hear about the amazing community of...
