Calgary Real Estate

The Calgary housing market has been a juggernaut in the Canadian economy with meteoric rises of over 40 percent in the median price of a home during 2006. With another strong year forecast, what are the driving factors behind this market?

Managing Risk In Property Development

Whether we realise it or not, managing risk is something we all deal with everyday. For example, the simple process of crossing a street involves a certain degree of risk which we manage without even blinking an eyelid. Imagine for a moment crossing a busy street without looking left and right, without gauging the direction and speed of traffic, and without gauging the distance of the street we are crossing. Thankfully most of us are very good at managing these everyday risks effectively. But what about managing the risks of something as complex as a property development project? Well, whilst the risks are more numerous and greater in complexity there are still certain measures you can take to manage them effectively. Let's take a look at some of the more notable risks in performing a property development project and how you can manage them effectively.

There Goes The Neighborhood

Thrift institutions should continue to serve the under-served.

Real Estate And The Year Of The Pig

Gung Hay Fat Choy! (Happy New Year)

Home Not Selling? Give These Tips a Try

It doesn't matter if you are selling your own home, FSBO, or selling your home using a real estate agent - you need to make sure you follow these suggestions. If you want your home to stand out amongst the crowd, then get busy.

What You Need To Know About Buying Real Estate In Ireland

Thinking of buying Real Estate in Ireland? Or maybe investing in property in Ireland? Good choice! Not only is Ireland a beautiful country, but property is plentiful, either in town or out in the countryside. This site will help you find the quickest and easiest way to buy or sell property in Ireland.

Real Estate Myth- I'll Save Money If I Don't Use A Buyer's Agent

Wrong - Many buyers think they can strike a deal with the seller by coming in without representation. This is an unwise assumption. The seller has already negotiated a fee with the listing agent and his/her brokerage. If the listing agent is going to have to handle both sides of the transaction, he/she is going to end up having to please two parties with opposing views on every aspect of the transaction. In North and South Carolina, this is called Dual Agency. Dual Agency is certainly possible and the agent ensures the success of the transaction by acting honestly and ethically on behalf of both sides. The reality is that the listing agent is going to end up working more than twice as hard. Would you take on twice the responsibility for reduction in pay?

The Importance of Curb Appeal

When it comes to selling your home, there is no exterior element that is more important than curb appeal.

Questions About Flooring Your Home

In deciding to spruce up your home to get top dollar out of the sale, you have chosen to redo your floors and are wondering about which kind of flooring will give the best ROI. Well, there is a lot to think about when it comes to flooring. Typically the first thing that people notice in a home is the floor. As the largest flat surface in the home it is kind of hard to avoid. The floor can set the tone for the entire home and either make or break a sale.

Why Are You Selling FSBO? Are You Sure You Want To?

I know the reason you are selling FSBO. You want to save money. You don't want to pay an agent thousands of dollars to sell your home, but let me ask you a few questions.

Roseville Real Estate - January Review

Could the Roseville real estate market be showing sings of price stability and increased sales? Julie Jalone, Sacramento and Roseville Realtor looks at the first month of 2007 and discusses where the Roseville real estate market may go in 2007.

Strategies To Be A Successful Agent

Looking to make it in the real estate profession? I have made it nearly a year and have come away with strategies to become successful.

My For Sale Sign: One Step at a Time

Julie Jalone, Sacramento Realtor, continues her Reality Real Estate series, My For Sale Sign, with the second or a series of articles that follow the young Yuba City couple, Randi & Tony as they embark on a journey to sell their condo/townhome and buy a larger home.

You Know Referrals Are Important - How Do You Get Them?

For Realtors, referrals are the lifeblood of the business. But getting those referrals requires contact with past clients. So, what's the best way to stay on top of clients' minds? There are many methods to use.