Spring is prime time to list your home. Buyers are eager, and your presentation matters. Try these simple yet effective strategies: 1. Add Color. Spruce up your home with a freshly painted front door and potted flowers. Yellow is especially uplifting and known to help sales. 2. Let the Light In. Clean windows to let […]

Selling your home? Here’s what to spend on—and what to hold off on: 1. Spend on simple kitchen upgrades, like updating cabinet handles or sink fixtures—these can offer big returns. 2. Save on repainting. If walls are neutral and in good shape, new paint isn’t always necessary. Only paint if current colours are bold or […]

Buying your first home in Calgary is exciting, but financial preparedness is key. Start by understanding your fixed and variable expenses: calculate your net monthly income (including bonuses or dividends) and subtract your regular expenses such as rent, utilities, groceries, and discretionary spending. Knowing this helps clarify what you can realistically afford. Next, determine your […]

Calgary buyers can benefit from several federal incentive programs. The Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP) lets you withdraw up to $35,000 (recently increased to $60,000 in some Royal LePage materials) from your RRSP to help with your purchase. This must be repaid within 15 years. The new First Home Savings Account (FHSA) allows tax-deductible contributions up […]

During these trying times, come with me to learn how to support local businesses in the West side. Check out my interview with Phoebe Fung of Vin Room: