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June 2025

Found 5 blog entries for June 2025.

Real Estate Dictionary

If you're buying or selling a home in Canada, you'll want to be equipped with key information to facilitate the sale. Learn these key terms to feel more confident in your real estate journey.

Real Estate Terms Table of Contents

  • Mortgage
  • Mortgage Interest
  • Amortization
  • Fixed-Rate Mortgage
  • Variable-Rate Mortgage
  • Down Payment
  • Mortgage Insurance and CMHC Insurance
  • Home Equity
  • Earnest Money Deposit
  • Pre-Approval vs. Pre-Qualification
  • Cash Flow Positive
  • Duplex
  • Semi-Detached Home
  • Freehold vs. Condo
  • Turnkey
  • House Hacking
  • For Sale By Owner (FSBO)
  • Assessed Value
  • Home Appraisal and Appraised Value
  • Market Value
  • Comparative Market Analysis
  • Conditional Offer
  • Bully Offer
  • Holding Offer
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Best Time to Sell Your Home in Calgary

Wondering about the best time of year to sell a house in Calgary? It's true that timing can mean the difference between multiple offers and sitting on the market for months. That's not the full story, though.

Here's the truth: Calgary's real estate market has distinct seasonal trends that smart home sellers use to their advantage. But sometimes waiting for the "perfect" time costs more than just selling when you're ready. Learn the hottest and slowest months for selling a home in Calgary so you can weigh that information alongside your personal needs and make the best choice for YOU.

For informational purposes only. Always consult with a licensed real estate professional before proceeding with any real estate transaction.

When's the

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We recently ran a survey of over 3,000 Americans and Canadians to uncover the top lakefront picks across North America.

It's easy to romanticize lakefront living - coffee on the dock, swims at sunset - but when you look closer at where people are dreaming of buying, the list reveals something deeper about our priorities, patterns, and personalities.

The results are illustrated below:

Key Findings

Here's what stood out from our survey on the top lakefront picks across North America:

California dominates the top 3.

Big Bear Lake, Lake Tahoe, and Shasta Lake all make the podium. What do they have in common? Proximity to major cities, year-round appeal, and that elusive blend of nature-meets-accessibility. It's less about remote

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Canada Day Celebrations in Calgary

Calgary has tons of fun events lined up for Canada Day on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Whether you want to celebrate downtown, in quieter suburban neighbourhoods, or in one of Calgary’s premier parks, there’s something for you on Canada Day.

You can start your morning at St. Patrick’s Island and grab tasty food from local vendors, or stop by The Confluence for live musical performances and cultural activities. When night falls, you won’t want to miss the amazing fireworks show that launches from Stampede Park.

So, what else is on the docket this year?

Tips for Canada Day 2025 in Calgary

  • Celebrate Canada Day all day long in Calgary with live music and cultural performances.
  • Watch fireworks launched from Stampede Park at Scotsman's Hill or
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What is a Home Appraisal?

If you're considering selling or buying a home, it's essential to understand the importance of home appraisals. These evaluations not only play a crucial role in determining the value of a property but also serve as a critical factor in securing financing from lenders.

What a home appraisal entails, various factors that can influence its value, different types of appraisals available, and their costs are all key things to know. Additionally, we'll address what happens if your appraisal comes in lower than your purchase price and offer some guidance on how to navigate such situations. 

By gaining insight into this critical aspect of real estate transactions, you'll be better equipped to make informed decisions when buying or selling property.

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