JayMan is the first major builder in Alberta that has fully endorsed solar. Kudos to them for taking a big step. And it's gotten lots of press coverage, along with all the sales people in the showhomes pushing it as a feature.

 

But is it worth it?  And, how do we measure what something is worth?

  1. Is it just financial returns
  2. Are you willing to buy for the environment alone (ignoring the disposal and manufacturing of the panels)
  3. Or is it the self sufficiency aspect of knowing that you are WHOLLY reliant on the grid / others?

In terms of the last point, the self sufficiency, I like being self sufficient.  But in Alberta, even the biggest installation that could fit on my roof is NOT going to enable me to go off-grid in December. …

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Not much is written about HOW - TO successfully flip homes in Calgary.  Most agents just point you to some cheap homes, and say, fix them, sell them for more.  I think there has to be more to it.  More science.  More of a guide.  More steps.  So, I set out to start.  This is what I do for my FLIP clients.  Your agent might have other concepts, but this is what I consider advanced.

Here are my rules:

  1. buy in a good location
    1. ensure the home isn't on a major road and/or backs to major road.
  2. focus on the older areas. Think of the homes we grew up in or our grandparents owned.  Typically large lots.  Typically bungalows
  3. use area VALUE CHARTS to quickly identify which areas are possible to flip
  4. next, ensure that even if the value chart…

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Housing Starts in Alberta Alive But Not Exactly Kicking - ATB Financial

ATB Economics | August 13, 2020


   

Home building activity in Alberta picked up in July, but remains relatively low.

The number of seasonally adjusted housing starts in June fell to their lowest level since October 1991, but rebounded by 52 per cent in July.

Unfortunately, starts in the province were still down by 22 per cent compared to July 2019 and by 12 per cent over the first seven months of 2020 versus the same period last year.

The situation is markedly different in central Canada.

Despite falling to zero in April in the face of public health measures,…

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Motivation

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Tara Kennedy, Real Estate Associate with MaxWell Devonshire Realty. Call me today for all your real estate needs @ 780-991-2636.

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JUST LISTED

239 Kingston Way SE, Airdrie 

View all of the pictures, video and details of this home by visiting: https://matrix.pillarnine.com/matrix/shared/Wkzv1GkV3c/239KINGSTONWaySE 

$499,900 MLS # A1021410

Over 2600 sq ft up + almost another 1000 sq ft down

Big fenced yard, 21x22 garage, can fit a truck! 4+2 Bedrooms + main floor flex room/office, bonus room and laundry up, 3.5 Bathrooms

Call/text Yasin @ 403-681-0319 for more info or to book your showing

Wow this home is perfect for the growing family! 4 bedrooms up with another 2 in the basement and over 2600 sq ft of living space up plus another almost 1000 sq ft down. Main floor is open and features large flex room/office with 2 entry ways, 1/2 bath tucked away on the…

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 6 Great Reasons to Choose a REALTOR® Main Image

Are you thinking about buying or selling a home in Edmonton? We recommend getting the most out of your real estate experience with the help of an expert Edmonton REALTOR®.

What is a REALTOR®?

Not every agent carries the REALTOR® designation. Unlike regular licensed professionals or brokers, REALTORS® are formal members of The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) of which they are expected to:

  • Uphold the REALTOR® code by maintaining a guaranteed level of professionalism and quality service  
  • Remain up to date with the latest market information and other real estate developments (market trends, conditions, comparable prices, etc.).
  • Undergo regular training, workshops and professional development to maintain the highest level of…

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Detached and semi-detached home sales rise, but economic uncertainty remains!

 

City of Calgary, August 4, 2020 –

With higher sales for both detached and semi-detached product, July sales totals rose above last year's levels. Despite the improvements in July, year-to-date sales remain 15 per cent lower than last year's levels.

"There have been improvements relative to the lowest sales levels caused by COVID-19, but it is too early to say things are shifting back to pre-pandemic levels," said CREB® chief economist Ann-Marie Lurie.

"We are still facing record high unemployment rates, significant government aid, and uncertainty throughout the business community. This will continue in the coming months."  

COVID-19 shutdowns occurred over…

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