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22 Calgaryism Five features to keep in mind when shopping for a condo By Cody Battershill

44 Mortgage AdviceWhat to consider when buying an investment property By Alyssa Richard

46 Contemplating Condominiums

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51 Fundamentally Speaking Six homebuying tips for first-timers By Wayne Karl

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Property Profile | QUALEX-LANDMARK

cover story

IT’S ALL UP FROM HERE AS, after six months of excavation

followed by a massive 800-cubic-metre concrete

foundation pour in April, construction moves skyward

on the fabulous new tower by Qualex-Landmark in the

Beltline.

Nestled in the heart of this vibrant, amenity-rich

community, Qualex-Landmark is building Park Point, a

34-storey tower offering 289 condos at 12th Avenue and

2nd Street S.W. facing onto Calgary’s five-acre, historic

Central Memorial Park.

“Park Point is at a major turning point in the

construction process,” says Parham Mahboubi, vice-

president, planning and marketing. “We’re thrilled that

construction is now making a 180-degree turn and

heading upward marked by the installation of the tower

crane in early May.”

QUALEX-LANDMARK Celebrates turning point for Park Point as it heads upwards

Deciding to move is easy

A painful reminder for us all

Looking for a new place can be

overwhelming. The stress of finding

something suitable, plus the pressure

to sign legally binding contracts can

create a lot of anxiety.

However, anxiety can be controlled

— if not eliminated — by managing

two important factors: how

prepared you are financially and how

knowledgeable you are about the

process. This includes the details of

your transaction, what is expected

from you from a legal standpoint and

all of your financial obligations.

With so much information

available these days on the web,

it’s easy to get distracted. For tips

and financial advice, and the latest

property listings available across

Canada, check out this issue and our

website, YPNextHome.ca. Not only

will you find an easy way to connect

with prospective properties, you

can dig deep costs, neighbourhood

information and much more.

Deciding to move is easy. Finding a

place that matches your criteria can

be the tough part. Let us help. Drop

us a line and let us know if you have

any questions or comments.

When an Act of God strikes a cruel

blow such as that delivered in

Fort McMurray, Alta. recently, one

immediate concern – after personal

safety – is home insurance.

Quite literally, when residents are

allowed to return, they have no idea

what they’re going home to. Will my

home still be there? Does my home

insurance cover fire damage? Does

it cover smoke damage? Are our

living expenses covered, having been

evacuated?

And though Prime Minister Justin

Trudeau promises “total support” to

the residents of Fort McMurray –

and Canadian Red Cross raising $30

million and the Alberta government

pledging $100 million in aid –

countless questions remain for all

parties.

Even if you personally are not

affected by the events in Fort

McMurray, they serve as a painful

reminder – check your insurance.

Do you have the right policy? Do

you have enough coverage?

Challenging questions, indeed,

but they pale in comparison to what

those in Fort McMurray are facing.

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Property Profile | QUALEX-LANDMARK

cover story

IT’S ALL UP FROM HERE AS, after six months of excavation

followed by a massive 800-cubic-metre concrete

foundation pour in April, construction moves skyward

on the fabulous new tower by Qualex-Landmark in the

Beltline.

Nestled in the heart of this vibrant, amenity-rich

community, Qualex-Landmark is building Park Point, a

34-storey tower offering 289 condos at 12th Avenue and

2nd Street S.W. facing onto Calgary’s five-acre, historic

Central Memorial Park.

“Park Point is at a major turning point in the

construction process,” says Parham Mahboubi, vice-

president, planning and marketing. “We’re thrilled that

construction is now making a 180-degree turn and

heading upward marked by the installation of the tower

crane in early May.”

QUALEX-LANDMARK Celebrates turning point for Park Point as it heads upwards

Deciding to move is easy

A painful reminder for us all

Looking for a new place can be

overwhelming. The stress of finding

something suitable, plus the pressure

to sign legally binding contracts can

create a lot of anxiety.

However, anxiety can be controlled

— if not eliminated — by managing

two important factors: how

prepared you are financially and how

knowledgeable you are about the

process. This includes the details of

your transaction, what is expected

from you from a legal standpoint and

all of your financial obligations.

With so much information

available these days on the web,

it’s easy to get distracted. For tips

and financial advice, and the latest

property listings available across

Canada, check out this issue and our

website, YPNextHome.ca. Not only

will you find an easy way to connect

with prospective properties, you

can dig deep costs, neighbourhood

information and much more.

Deciding to move is easy. Finding a

place that matches your criteria can

be the tough part. Let us help. Drop

us a line and let us know if you have

any questions or comments.

When an Act of God strikes a cruel

blow such as that delivered in

Fort McMurray, Alta. recently, one

immediate concern – after personal

safety – is home insurance.

Quite literally, when residents are

allowed to return, they have no idea

what they’re going home to. Will my

home still be there? Does my home

insurance cover fire damage? Does

it cover smoke damage? Are our

living expenses covered, having been

evacuated?

And though Prime Minister Justin

Trudeau promises “total support” to

the residents of Fort McMurray –

and Canadian Red Cross raising $30

million and the Alberta government

pledging $100 million in aid –

countless questions remain for all

parties.

Even if you personally are not

affected by the events in Fort

McMurray, they serve as a painful

reminder – check your insurance.

Do you have the right policy? Do

you have enough coverage?

Challenging questions, indeed,

but they pale in comparison to what

those in Fort McMurray are facing.

+ get social

Editors' Notes

BELTLINE

Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge


WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl

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While the start of excavation is the first major milestone

in the development process, much of the work takes place

below ground, out of sight, Mahboubi explains. “After a

while, pedestrian and drive-by traffic get accustomed to

seeing a fenced off area with a big hole in the ground.”

However, excitement returns when a crane is erected

roughly 400-ft. out of the ground, he notes. “This visual

landmark again marks the start of the next stage in the

evolution of the development process; it’s impossible not

to notice such a tall structure.”

The installment of the crane is a clear visual indicator of

construction progress for existing homebuyers and instills

a sense of confidence in future homeowners since project

completion is now closer than ever before.

“Existing Park Point homebuyers and observers get

extremely excited with increased visits to the sales centre

because they can now actually see for themselves that

the building is going up and that construction is still on

course,” Mahboubi says.

In fact, they’re getting a great response from buyers; out

of the 289 Park Point condos, it’s now 50 per cent sold.

“This is a tremendous achievement and a huge success

in light of the current economic climate in Calgary,”

Mahboubi says. “Clearly, homebuyers trust the Qualex-

Landmark brand and are finally getting used to the

economic swings and cycles that Calgary is known for.

Calgarians have realized that with condo prices generally

stabilized, now is a great time to purchase.”

Park Point offers one-, two- and three-bedroom

condos, street-level live-work townhomes and larger

sub-penthouses and penthouses. Suites range from 500 to

1,670 sq. ft., with prices starting from $269,000.

suite. Outdoors will be a Zen Terrace with seating and

water feature, outdoor lounge with fire pit, a barbecue

area and a yoga/Pilates deck overlooking the park. As well,

parking is located in a secured, underground parkade.

Park Point residents also have an abundance of

neighbourhood amenities at their fingertips, from grocery

stores, cafes, gourmet dining, art galleries, parks and

pathways to fashion stores, hair salons, medical services,

transit, Car2Go and nearby Plus15 skywalk.

To learn more, visit the Park Point Discovery Centre at

301 11th Ave. S.W., open daily from noon to 5 p.m., closed

Fridays, call 403.244.2428 or visit qualex.ca/parkpoint

“Park Point offers great value to first-time homebuyers,

those buying a second home and to investors. It appeals

to singles, couples, down-sizers and retirees seeking

premium quality and care-free living, and a unique

opportunity to own a great product in one of the best

locations to live in downtown Calgary,” Mahboubi says.

Interiors feature open concept living with a premium

Italian Armony Cucine kitchen that includes granite

countertops and backsplash and German-engineered

Liebherr and AEG appliances. Bathrooms feature elegant

marble countertops with porcelain tile flooring.

Onsite amenities include a fitness facility, yoga/Pilates

studio, steam room, sauna and his/hers change rooms

with showers, social lounge club with kitchen and

fireplace, 24-hour concierge service and a furnished guest

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While the start of excavation is the first major milestone

in the development process, much of the work takes place

below ground, out of sight, Mahboubi explains. “After a

while, pedestrian and drive-by traffic get accustomed to

seeing a fenced off area with a big hole in the ground.”

However, excitement returns when a crane is erected

roughly 400-ft. out of the ground, he notes. “This visual

landmark again marks the start of the next stage in the

evolution of the development process; it’s impossible not

to notice such a tall structure.”

The installment of the crane is a clear visual indicator of

construction progress for existing homebuyers and instills

a sense of confidence in future homeowners since project

completion is now closer than ever before.

“Existing Park Point homebuyers and observers get

extremely excited with increased visits to the sales centre

because they can now actually see for themselves that

the building is going up and that construction is still on

course,” Mahboubi says.

In fact, they’re getting a great response from buyers; out

of the 289 Park Point condos, it’s now 50 per cent sold.

“This is a tremendous achievement and a huge success

in light of the current economic climate in Calgary,”

Mahboubi says. “Clearly, homebuyers trust the Qualex-

Landmark brand and are finally getting used to the

economic swings and cycles that Calgary is known for.

Calgarians have realized that with condo prices generally

stabilized, now is a great time to purchase.”

Park Point offers one-, two- and three-bedroom

condos, street-level live-work townhomes and larger

sub-penthouses and penthouses. Suites range from 500 to

1,670 sq. ft., with prices starting from $269,000.

suite. Outdoors will be a Zen Terrace with seating and

water feature, outdoor lounge with fire pit, a barbecue

area and a yoga/Pilates deck overlooking the park. As well,

parking is located in a secured, underground parkade.

Park Point residents also have an abundance of

neighbourhood amenities at their fingertips, from grocery

stores, cafes, gourmet dining, art galleries, parks and

pathways to fashion stores, hair salons, medical services,

transit, Car2Go and nearby Plus15 skywalk.

To learn more, visit the Park Point Discovery Centre at

301 11th Ave. S.W., open daily from noon to 5 p.m., closed

Fridays, call 403.244.2428 or visit qualex.ca/parkpoint

“Park Point offers great value to first-time homebuyers,

those buying a second home and to investors. It appeals

to singles, couples, down-sizers and retirees seeking

premium quality and care-free living, and a unique

opportunity to own a great product in one of the best

locations to live in downtown Calgary,” Mahboubi says.

Interiors feature open concept living with a premium

Italian Armony Cucine kitchen that includes granite

countertops and backsplash and German-engineered

Liebherr and AEG appliances. Bathrooms feature elegant

marble countertops with porcelain tile flooring.

Onsite amenities include a fitness facility, yoga/Pilates

studio, steam room, sauna and his/hers change rooms

with showers, social lounge club with kitchen and

fireplace, 24-hour concierge service and a furnished guest


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25 BRIDGELAND HILL BY GABLECRAFT HOMES 516 Edmonton Tr. NE

26 THE ROYAL BY EMBASSY BOSA 936 16TH Ave. SW www.theroyallife.ca

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WHEN FORT MCMURRAY and the

surrounding community were left

reeling from the recent wildfire

disaster, it wasn’t just Alberta

communities, governments or the

Canadian Red Cross that pitched in to

help out. The home building industry

immediately stepped up.

“We have only preliminary

information, but direct cash

contributions by CHBA members in

Alberta have topped the $200,000

mark already, and many fundraisers

are planned,” Paul Cashman,

spokesman for the Canadian Home

Builders’ Association – Alberta, told

New Condo Guide.

“Members are also collecting

donations for relief agencies at

showhomes, helping to distribute

emergency supplies to evacuees,

matching employee donations and

pledging to make a contribution to the

Red Cross for each new home sold.”

Trending

“To the people of Fort McMurray,

our hearts go out to you, and our

hands will help you rebuild,” says

Crystal Creek Homes, a builder in

Edmonton, Calgary and Airdrie, Alta.

The recovery may take weeks,

months or even years, but the

contributions and efforts will come

from home building associations, the

member companies and even their

employees.

• The Homes by Avi Group of

Companies to date has donated

more than $20,000, and is

promising to match the donations of

its staff members.

• Landmark Group of Companies is

donating $100,000 to the Canadian

Red Cross.

• Rohit Group of Companies,

Edmonton, has held a number of

local fundraisers.

• CHBA Edmonton’s NextGen and

Member Services committees

Alberta building industry lends a hand to Fort McMurrayBy Wayne Karl

hosted a fundraising barbecue on May

13, as well as collected new items to

donate to the Edmonton Emergency

Relief Services Society.

“The full extent of damages in Fort

McMurray won’t be known until officials

gain control of the dangerous wildfire

but we already know that it will be a

major job to rebuild the community

and replace lost homes,” says Jim

Rivait, CEO, CHBA – Alberta. “We have

reached out to municipal and provincial

officials to offer any assistance needed

after the immediate danger has passed.”

“The community is still subject to

a mandatory evacuation order and

residents have been told it will be a

couple of weeks before they learn

when they can return,” Cashman says.

“Insurance adjusters are supposed to

begin assessing properties next week.

So we don’t have a handle yet on how

much work will be done but it will be

significant.”

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PRESENTATION CENTRE 736 1ST AVE, NE · OPEN MON TO THU – 12PM TO 6PM FRIDAY – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY · SAT & SUN – 12PM TO 5PM

WHEN FORT MCMURRAY and the

surrounding community were left

reeling from the recent wildfire

disaster, it wasn’t just Alberta

communities, governments or the

Canadian Red Cross that pitched in to

help out. The home building industry

immediately stepped up.

“We have only preliminary

information, but direct cash

contributions by CHBA members in

Alberta have topped the $200,000

mark already, and many fundraisers

are planned,” Paul Cashman,

spokesman for the Canadian Home

Builders’ Association – Alberta, told

New Condo Guide.

“Members are also collecting

donations for relief agencies at

showhomes, helping to distribute

emergency supplies to evacuees,

matching employee donations and

pledging to make a contribution to the

Red Cross for each new home sold.”

Trending

“To the people of Fort McMurray,

our hearts go out to you, and our

hands will help you rebuild,” says

Crystal Creek Homes, a builder in

Edmonton, Calgary and Airdrie, Alta.

The recovery may take weeks,

months or even years, but the

contributions and efforts will come

from home building associations, the

member companies and even their

employees.

• The Homes by Avi Group of

Companies to date has donated

more than $20,000, and is

promising to match the donations of

its staff members.

• Landmark Group of Companies is

donating $100,000 to the Canadian

Red Cross.

• Rohit Group of Companies,

Edmonton, has held a number of

local fundraisers.

• CHBA Edmonton’s NextGen and

Member Services committees

Alberta building industry lends a hand to Fort McMurrayBy Wayne Karl

hosted a fundraising barbecue on May

13, as well as collected new items to

donate to the Edmonton Emergency

Relief Services Society.

“The full extent of damages in Fort

McMurray won’t be known until officials

gain control of the dangerous wildfire

but we already know that it will be a

major job to rebuild the community

and replace lost homes,” says Jim

Rivait, CEO, CHBA – Alberta. “We have

reached out to municipal and provincial

officials to offer any assistance needed

after the immediate danger has passed.”

“The community is still subject to

a mandatory evacuation order and

residents have been told it will be a

couple of weeks before they learn

when they can return,” Cashman says.

“Insurance adjusters are supposed to

begin assessing properties next week.

So we don’t have a handle yet on how

much work will be done but it will be

significant.”

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BATTISTELLA DEVELOPMENTS INC. has donated a “canvas”

to the City of Calgary’s Street Art Program for Youth,

bringing more vibrancy and public art to the East Village.

Battistella has gifted the former Orange Lofts sales

centre in East Village to the Street Art program to use as

practice walls.

“Art takes many forms and street art is no exception. We

support the City of Calgary’s efforts to empower students

through creative expression and we are excited to be able

to contribute to such a great program,” says Chris Pollen,

director of sales and marketing at Battistella. “We want to

live in a city that is rich in art, in all its many forms, and we

believe that drawing youth into the artistic process helps

us create an amazing, diverse artistic landscape for Calgary

to enjoy.”

“The City of Calgary’s Street Art Program for Youth

engages students in a supportive environment and

promotes the practice of safe and respectful urban

muralism. An internationally respected art form, students

are guided by professional artists and learn art-making

skills that add to the vibrant urban life of our city,” says

Dawn Ford, public art program coordinator for the City of

Calgary. “Students in the program gain an understanding

of what it means to be a professional artist working to

meet the needs of a commissioning body and contributing

to the larger community through their creativity. Thank

you very much to Battistella who is graciously donating

the canvas for these youth to practice their art form, and

allowing our students to see the real-world results of their

positive work.”

Trending

The artwork will be painted in three installations,

scheduled for May, July and August 2016. Once

completed, the City of Calgary and Battistella will host

a public event to showcase the art and to recognize the

artists. Details will be released at a later date.

To learn more about Calgary’s Street Art Program for

Youth, visit calgary.ca/streetart. To contact Battistella,

please email [email protected].

MORE TRENDING ONLINEnexthome.yp.ca/news

Empowering youth through street art Battistella donates to City program teaching

responsible urban muralism and street art to youth

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BATTISTELLA DEVELOPMENTS INC. has donated a “canvas”

to the City of Calgary’s Street Art Program for Youth,

bringing more vibrancy and public art to the East Village.

Battistella has gifted the former Orange Lofts sales

centre in East Village to the Street Art program to use as

practice walls.

“Art takes many forms and street art is no exception. We

support the City of Calgary’s efforts to empower students

through creative expression and we are excited to be able

to contribute to such a great program,” says Chris Pollen,

director of sales and marketing at Battistella. “We want to

live in a city that is rich in art, in all its many forms, and we

believe that drawing youth into the artistic process helps

us create an amazing, diverse artistic landscape for Calgary

to enjoy.”

“The City of Calgary’s Street Art Program for Youth

engages students in a supportive environment and

promotes the practice of safe and respectful urban

muralism. An internationally respected art form, students

are guided by professional artists and learn art-making

skills that add to the vibrant urban life of our city,” says

Dawn Ford, public art program coordinator for the City of

Calgary. “Students in the program gain an understanding

of what it means to be a professional artist working to

meet the needs of a commissioning body and contributing

to the larger community through their creativity. Thank

you very much to Battistella who is graciously donating

the canvas for these youth to practice their art form, and

allowing our students to see the real-world results of their

positive work.”

Trending

The artwork will be painted in three installations,

scheduled for May, July and August 2016. Once

completed, the City of Calgary and Battistella will host

a public event to showcase the art and to recognize the

artists. Details will be released at a later date.

To learn more about Calgary’s Street Art Program for

Youth, visit calgary.ca/streetart. To contact Battistella,

please email [email protected].


Empowering youth through street art Battistella donates to City program teaching

responsible urban muralism and street art to youth

20 YPNEXTHOME.CA

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GREAT GULF IS ENTERING CALGARY

in a big way — making a mark on the

future through land development and

demonstrating a commitment to the

community by supporting women

and their children.

YWCA of Calgary (YWCA) recently

hosted a cheque presentation and

media opportunity on the south

patio of its downtown site at 320 5th

Ave. SE to celebrate the generous

donation made by Great Gulf, the

purchaser of the site.

Along with a cash donation of

$500,000, Great Gulf offered a

two-year, no-cost lease back to the

YWCA for the existing facility. A lease

extension of two years has been

negotiated, which provides the YWCA

even greater stability over the next

four years to plan and develop a new

site.

Great Gulf donates to YWCA“The generosity of Great Gulf

is extraordinary and kicks off our

future plans in a grand way,” says Sue

Tomney, chief executive officer of

the YWCA. “The donation, coupled

with the no-cost two-year lease

and subsequent two-year extension,

ensures the YWCA can provide

consistency for the women and

families we support while we develop

a new facility that is better designed

to adapt to changing needs of

women in our community.”

The lease, which now extends to

November 2019, will provide the

YWCA a degree of certainty from

which to offer services, plan for the

future and move into a new facility

with minimal impact to clients, staff

and the community.

Selection of a future YWCA hub

site and development partners is

expected to be announced within

the month. Programs and services

at both the YWCA Sheriff King

Home and downtown sites continue

uninterrupted, with added time and

space to make smooth transition

plans.

“Calgary has consistently been one

of Canada’s most dynamic cities,

with a youth, vitality and spirit that

is both engaging and endearing. At

Great Gulf, we are thrilled to have the

opportunity to transform the YWCA

block and adjacent lands to create

an exciting new downtown district

perfectly situated between the East

Village, the financial core and the

Bow River,” says Great Gulf President

Christopher Wein. “The master plan

for this development will include

substantial residential, commercial,

office and institutional uses.”


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11 EZRA ON RILEY PARK BY BIRCHWOOD PROPERTIES Register today: Ezraonrileypark.com

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15 THE GROVES OF VARSITY BY STATESMAN HOMES 5353 Crowchild Trail NW

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03 VIRIDIAN BY TRICO HOMES 3503 Sage Hill Drive NW

04 WILLOW AT SHERWOOD BY AVI URBAN Visit Sales Centre at 64 Nolan Hill Gate

05 ARRIVE AT EVANSTON BY PARTNERS DEVELOPMENT GROUP Symons Valley Parkway please call 587-755-1166

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01

Trending

GREAT GULF IS ENTERING CALGARY

in a big way — making a mark on the

future through land development and

demonstrating a commitment to the

community by supporting women

and their children.

YWCA of Calgary (YWCA) recently

hosted a cheque presentation and

media opportunity on the south

patio of its downtown site at 320 5th

Ave. SE to celebrate the generous

donation made by Great Gulf, the

purchaser of the site.

Along with a cash donation of

$500,000, Great Gulf offered a

two-year, no-cost lease back to the

YWCA for the existing facility. A lease

extension of two years has been

negotiated, which provides the YWCA

even greater stability over the next

four years to plan and develop a new

site.

Great Gulf donates to YWCA“The generosity of Great Gulf

is extraordinary and kicks off our

future plans in a grand way,” says Sue

Tomney, chief executive officer of

the YWCA. “The donation, coupled

with the no-cost two-year lease

and subsequent two-year extension,

ensures the YWCA can provide

consistency for the women and

families we support while we develop

a new facility that is better designed

to adapt to changing needs of

women in our community.”

The lease, which now extends to

November 2019, will provide the

YWCA a degree of certainty from

which to offer services, plan for the

future and move into a new facility

with minimal impact to clients, staff

and the community.

Selection of a future YWCA hub

site and development partners is

expected to be announced within

the month. Programs and services

at both the YWCA Sheriff King

Home and downtown sites continue

uninterrupted, with added time and

space to make smooth transition

plans.

“Calgary has consistently been one

of Canada’s most dynamic cities,

with a youth, vitality and spirit that

is both engaging and endearing. At

Great Gulf, we are thrilled to have the

opportunity to transform the YWCA

block and adjacent lands to create

an exciting new downtown district

perfectly situated between the East

Village, the financial core and the

Bow River,” says Great Gulf President

Christopher Wein. “The master plan

for this development will include

substantial residential, commercial,

office and institutional uses.”

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5 features to keep in mind when shopping for a new condo

Advice | CALGARYISM

IF YOU’RE IN THE MARKET for a new

condo in Calgary, chances are you

have a list of features you want

included — some must-have’s, and a

few that you’re probably more flexible

on — before signing on the dotted

line.

Here are some key features that

you should always consider and

evaluate for yourself when viewing

new condos, as they can drastically

affect your living experience and

resale value down the road.

1 | Interior layout

Calgary’s new-condo developers

have such a wide variety of floorplans

available these days that you really

don’t have to settle for a layout that

would be perfect except for that one

feature that you just can’t get over.

It could be that the master

bedroom is too small, the bathroom

is too thin or perhaps the kitchen

doesn’t have that ideal setup you

want. Whatever it is, know

that you will likely find another

floorplan or different builder that has

all the things you desire — so shop

around!

2 | Windows and natural lighting

Usually, the more windows a new

condo has the better, not only for

natural lighting, but also the open

feel they create when they are well

placed and the right size. Windows

should also be positioned and sized

accordingly to give you a decent

amount of privacy from outside eyes.

Natural lighting is a huge factor

when it comes to getting the most

out of your living space and enjoying

it to the fullest. A lack of natural light

can be a problem in the future when

reselling, and can also put a damper

on how you feel about being in a

particular space.

3 | House orientation

The way a condo is positioned can

greatly affect the amount of natural

light it receives during the daytime,

as well as influence your cooling and

heating bills.

A unit facing east will have a bright

and warm morning and evening, with

natural light coming through during

these hours. On the other hand, a

north facing condo might not get as

much sunlight and make for a cooler

living space during those hot summer

days.

4 | Proximity to neighbours

Typically, there’s a drastic difference

in the space between two new inner

city infills.

If privacy is a huge factor for you

when buying a new condo, look into

the views from your windows, and do

a perimeter walk around the property

to gauge if you are comfortable with

it all.

MORE ADVICE ONLINEnexthome.yp.ca/news/advice

By Cody Battershill

5 | Location

Last but not least, location is

probably one of the most important

factors when buying a new condo

in Calgary. For example, buying in

a new community with a proposed

elementary school on its way is

a great opportunity for couples

planning to be parents, although if

it were across the city from work, it

might cause more headaches than

benefits.

It basically comes down to what

you’re comfortable with and what

area of the city is best for your wants,

needs and lifestyle. Taking the time to

find the right location is a must when

searching for that perfect new condo

in Calgary.

Wishing you only the best on your

new condo search in Calgary!

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at ReMax House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to show off the best Calgary has to offer! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca

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when shopping for a new condo

Advice | CALGARYISM

IF YOU’RE IN THE MARKET for a new

condo in Calgary, chances are you

have a list of features you want

included — some must-have’s, and a

few that you’re probably more flexible

on — before signing on the dotted

line.

Here are some key features that

you should always consider and

evaluate for yourself when viewing

new condos, as they can drastically

affect your living experience and

resale value down the road.

1 | Interior layout

Calgary’s new-condo developers

have such a wide variety of floorplans

available these days that you really

don’t have to settle for a layout that

would be perfect except for that one

feature that you just can’t get over.

It could be that the master

bedroom is too small, the bathroom

is too thin or perhaps the kitchen

doesn’t have that ideal setup you

want. Whatever it is, know

that you will likely find another

floorplan or different builder that has

all the things you desire — so shop

around!

2 | Windows and natural lighting

Usually, the more windows a new

condo has the better, not only for

natural lighting, but also the open

feel they create when they are well

placed and the right size. Windows

should also be positioned and sized

accordingly to give you a decent

amount of privacy from outside eyes.

Natural lighting is a huge factor

when it comes to getting the most

out of your living space and enjoying

it to the fullest. A lack of natural light

can be a problem in the future when

reselling, and can also put a damper

on how you feel about being in a

particular space.

3 | House orientation

The way a condo is positioned can

greatly affect the amount of natural

light it receives during the daytime,

as well as influence your cooling and

heating bills.

A unit facing east will have a bright

and warm morning and evening, with

natural light coming through during

these hours. On the other hand, a

north facing condo might not get as

much sunlight and make for a cooler

living space during those hot summer

days.

4 | Proximity to neighbours

Typically, there’s a drastic difference

in the space between two new inner

city infills.

If privacy is a huge factor for you

when buying a new condo, look into

the views from your windows, and do

a perimeter walk around the property

to gauge if you are comfortable with

it all.


By Cody Battershill

5 | Location

Last but not least, location is

probably one of the most important

factors when buying a new condo

in Calgary. For example, buying in

a new community with a proposed

elementary school on its way is

a great opportunity for couples

planning to be parents, although if

it were across the city from work, it

might cause more headaches than

benefits.

It basically comes down to what

you’re comfortable with and what

area of the city is best for your wants,

needs and lifestyle. Taking the time to

find the right location is a must when

searching for that perfect new condo

in Calgary.

Wishing you only the best on your

new condo search in Calgary!

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at ReMax House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to show off the best Calgary has to offer! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca

24 YPNEXTHOME.CA

Property Profile | PARTNERS DEVELOPMENT GROUP

WHEN JENNIFER BARAN starting looking for a

townhome, she knew she wanted to live in the

northwest, but she also quickly arrived at the

decision to go Green.

“I had a one-bedroom condo in Panorama

and I wanted to move up to a townhome, but

stay in the northwest, so I looked at townhomes

in Sage Hill, Nolan Hill and Evanston,” Baran

says. “I saw that Partners Development Group

was advertising Built Green townhomes, which

meant I could save on energy and water usage

and that really appealed to me.”

She did some research and talked to others

who built Green, before visiting the Arrive at

Evanston sales centre. “I loved the idea of having

a home that was more environmentally friendly,

but I also loved Arrive’s design, so getting both

really sold me.”

Baran purchased a 1,350-sq.-ft.

townhome with two bedrooms,

2.5 bathrooms and a heated and

insulated garage and moved in last

October.

“Having the garage was a bonus,

although I was initially worried about

what it would cost to heat it during

the winter, but it turned out fine; it

was very little cost,” she comments.

“I also chose to upgrade with air

conditioning, which I know can be

expensive, but being an interior unit

with homes on both sides, along with

the energy efficient systems in this

home, I don’t think it will be costly.”

Baran also appreciates that her

townhome comes with an EnergyStar

LocationEvanston

BuilderPartners Development Group Ltd.

DevelopmentArrive at Evanston

Home TypeTownhomes (IVY Interior model)

Sales Centre102 Evanston Manor NW.

Contact587.755.1166 arrivehome.ca

Buyer loves being Green with her

Arrive at Evanston townhome

stainless steel appliance package, as

well as washer/dryer, water-saver

faucets and toilets, low-E windows,

LED and CFL lighting, a 96-per-cent

high-efficiency furnace, electric water

heater, spray foam insulation and

a heat recovery ventilation system

creating a clean, healthy environment

in the home.

“When I compared my power

bills to other people who have

townhomes, I’m certainly saving,”

Baran notes. “Going with a Built

Green home has definitely been a

bonus with the trying times in this

economy right now, as well I think

it will be a great feature to have for

resale in the future.”

But not only is Baran’s townhome

Built Green Certified, it has an

EnerGuide rating of 83 Points with

gold status with Built Green Canada

labelling, which makes it eligible for a

rebate.

“I was really surprised. I didn’t know

anything about it until Jade (Mahon,

vice-president sales and marketing at

Partners) told me about it and sent me

a form to send in. She has been really

great and so has everyone at Partners.

I’d definitely recommend them and

the Arrive townhomes to others.”

Mahon notes that Baran was able to

get back a 10-per-cent refund on her

mortgage insurance premium paid

through CMHC or Genworth – which

both have a Green home initiative and

had put some “green” back into her

pocket.

“Energy efficient homes, cars,

and lifestyles are front and centre

and it’s important these agencies

and governments are behind the

companies and consumers working

toward consuming less.”

“I’m proud we provide

environmentally responsible

townhomes to our purchasers – and

yes, having reduced utility bills help

today, but even over the long term,

the added value of having a better

built, more efficient home is going

to provide our homeowners with

an even higher market value to their

home,” Mahon says.

Partners Development Group

is currently selling several Arrive

townhome projects around the city

including Evanston and Skyview

Ranch Arbours, which are both 40 per

cent sold; and at Redstone, which has

just a handful of homes remaining.

A new project, Arrive at Bowness

is poised to launch June 4, in

partnership with Attainable Homes

Calgary Corporation. “We will

exclusively have 11 double-car, three-

bedroom townhomes that will be sold

to the public, and 39 single-car, two-

and three-bedroom townhomes will

be sold through the Attainable Homes

program (attainyourhome.com),”

Mahon says.

To learn more about the various

Arrive projects, visit arrivehome.ca


Property Profile | PARTNERS DEVELOPMENT GROUP

WHEN JENNIFER BARAN starting looking for a

townhome, she knew she wanted to live in the

northwest, but she also quickly arrived at the

decision to go Green.

“I had a one-bedroom condo in Panorama

and I wanted to move up to a townhome, but

stay in the northwest, so I looked at townhomes

in Sage Hill, Nolan Hill and Evanston,” Baran

says. “I saw that Partners Development Group

was advertising Built Green townhomes, which

meant I could save on energy and water usage

and that really appealed to me.”

She did some research and talked to others

who built Green, before visiting the Arrive at

Evanston sales centre. “I loved the idea of having

a home that was more environmentally friendly,

but I also loved Arrive’s design, so getting both

really sold me.”

Baran purchased a 1,350-sq.-ft.

townhome with two bedrooms,

2.5 bathrooms and a heated and

insulated garage and moved in last

October.

“Having the garage was a bonus,

although I was initially worried about

what it would cost to heat it during

the winter, but it turned out fine; it

was very little cost,” she comments.

“I also chose to upgrade with air

conditioning, which I know can be

expensive, but being an interior unit

with homes on both sides, along with

the energy efficient systems in this

home, I don’t think it will be costly.”

Baran also appreciates that her

townhome comes with an EnergyStar

LocationEvanston

BuilderPartners Development Group Ltd.

DevelopmentArrive at Evanston

Home TypeTownhomes (IVY Interior model)

Sales Centre102 Evanston Manor NW.

Contact587.755.1166 arrivehome.ca

Buyer loves being Green with her

Arrive at Evanston townhome

stainless steel appliance package, as

well as washer/dryer, water-saver

faucets and toilets, low-E windows,

LED and CFL lighting, a 96-per-cent

high-efficiency furnace, electric water

heater, spray foam insulation and

a heat recovery ventilation system

creating a clean, healthy environment

in the home.

“When I compared my power

bills to other people who have

townhomes, I’m certainly saving,”

Baran notes. “Going with a Built

Green home has definitely been a

bonus with the trying times in this

economy right now, as well I think

it will be a great feature to have for

resale in the future.”

But not only is Baran’s townhome

Built Green Certified, it has an

EnerGuide rating of 83 Points with

gold status with Built Green Canada

labelling, which makes it eligible for a

rebate.

“I was really surprised. I didn’t know

anything about it until Jade (Mahon,

vice-president sales and marketing at

Partners) told me about it and sent me

a form to send in. She has been really

great and so has everyone at Partners.

I’d definitely recommend them and

the Arrive townhomes to others.”

Mahon notes that Baran was able to

get back a 10-per-cent refund on her

mortgage insurance premium paid

through CMHC or Genworth – which

both have a Green home initiative and

had put some “green” back into her

pocket.

“Energy efficient homes, cars,

and lifestyles are front and centre

and it’s important these agencies

and governments are behind the

companies and consumers working

toward consuming less.”

“I’m proud we provide

environmentally responsible

townhomes to our purchasers – and

yes, having reduced utility bills help

today, but even over the long term,

the added value of having a better

built, more efficient home is going

to provide our homeowners with

an even higher market value to their

home,” Mahon says.

Partners Development Group

is currently selling several Arrive

townhome projects around the city

including Evanston and Skyview

Ranch Arbours, which are both 40 per

cent sold; and at Redstone, which has

just a handful of homes remaining.

A new project, Arrive at Bowness

is poised to launch June 4, in

partnership with Attainable Homes

Calgary Corporation. “We will

exclusively have 11 double-car, three-

bedroom townhomes that will be sold

to the public, and 39 single-car, two-

and three-bedroom townhomes will

be sold through the Attainable Homes

program (attainyourhome.com),”

Mahon says.

To learn more about the various

Arrive projects, visit arrivehome.ca

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Property Profile | LANDMARK HOMES

LANDMARK HOMES PAYS HOMAGE to “design”

by creating a stylish, modern and vibrant

community, appropriately named Diseño (the

Spanish word for design), that offers a unique

blend of townhomes and apartment style

condos in the northwest Calgary’s popular

community of Sherwood.

“Diseño offers an exclusive grouping of 53

townhomes and one four-storey apartment-

style condo building with just 16 suites per

floor all surrounded by greenspace, so it will

feel like a private, little community within

Sherwood,” says Andreas Angellakis, area sales

representation.

“We have a park, pond and pathway on the

right side of our development, so almost all our

townhomes will view the greenspace and, for

those along the boulevard, we’re putting in a

green buffer,” he says.

“We’ve launched pre-sales and

we’re getting a really positive

response from people who love

the location, the exterior design

is something a little different with

Hardy board and stucco siding

and glass balconies, and we have a

unique variety of choice,” Angellakis

says. “We really have something for

everyone and are getting a mix of

buyers including first-time, young

professionals, young families, empty-

nesters and down-sizers.”

Diseño presents five apartment-

style floorplans including one-

bedroom, one-bedroom plus den,

two-bedroom and two-bedroom

Diseño offers unique blend of townhomes and apartment condos in

SherwoodLocationSherwood

Builder Landmark Homes

DevelopmentDiseno Townhomes and Condos

Home TypeApartment condos 703 to 1,209 sq. ft.

Sales CentreCorner of Shaganappi Trail and Symons Valley Parkway NW

Contact403.235.3857 liveatdiseno.ca

plus den designs ranging from 703

to 1,186 sq. ft. starting from the

$190,000s.

The three-storey townhomes have

five models – one with a tandem

garage that fits two vehicles, the

rest with double side-by-side car

garages – in two-bedroom with loft

or three-bedroom designs all with

2.5 bathrooms, ranging from 1,131

to 1,563 sq. ft. and starting in the

$330,000s.

Interiors for both condo and

townhome styles are well-appointed

featuring maple cabinets with

modern chrome finishes, full-

height tile backsplashes, stainless

steel appliances, pantries, laminate

floors, shag carpet on stairs and

in bedrooms, flush pot lights and

laundry with washer and dryer. There

are nine-ft. ceilings in the suites on

the first and fourth floors, and on the

main floor in the townhomes, and

buyers will receive a one-year Telus

multi-media package. The condo

building also has underground and

surface parking stalls available.

“All the apartment condos have

large windows and we’ve positioned

the building in an east-west direction

so we could make the most of the

sun exposure and the park views,”

Angellakis says. “In addition, the glass

balconies are quite large and some of

the townhomes are able to offer two

balconies. Several townhome designs

offer a walkout with patio and balcony,

and the double-car garage townhomes

have a developed bonus room on the

garage level for added space.”

Buyers can personalize their homes

by choosing from three colour palettes

and from upgrades such as quartz

counter tops and hardwood floors.

Landmark also builds Green with

energy efficient windows, appliances,

hot water tanks and furnaces, along

with LED lights and low flow fixtures.

A major benefit to buyers is the

location being across from a new

commercial development that already

includes the Loblaws’ City Market,

with two restaurants opening soon

and a future professional building.

As well, a new Walmart is just down

the street, with more shopping available at Beacon Hill centre, in Nolan Hill, at

the Symons Valley Ranch Farmers’ Market and at Creekside centre just minutes

away.

Sherwood is a newer community with established amenities. Residents can

enjoy parks and pathways, walk to great shopping and have easy access to

transit and major routes such as Stoney and Shaganappi Trails.

Landmark will celebrate the pre-sale of its apartment-style condos on May

28. For more information on Diseño, visit the sales centre at the corner

of Shaganappi Trail and Symons Valley Parkway, N.W., open Monday to

Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m., call

403.235.3857 or visit liveatdiseno.ca


Property Profile | LANDMARK HOMES

LANDMARK HOMES PAYS HOMAGE to “design”

by creating a stylish, modern and vibrant

community, appropriately named Diseño (the

Spanish word for design), that offers a unique

blend of townhomes and apartment style

condos in the northwest Calgary’s popular

community of Sherwood.

“Diseño offers an exclusive grouping of 53

townhomes and one four-storey apartment-

style condo building with just 16 suites per

floor all surrounded by greenspace, so it will

feel like a private, little community within

Sherwood,” says Andreas Angellakis, area sales

representation.

“We have a park, pond and pathway on the

right side of our development, so almost all our

townhomes will view the greenspace and, for

those along the boulevard, we’re putting in a

green buffer,” he says.

“We’ve launched pre-sales and

we’re getting a really positive

response from people who love

the location, the exterior design

is something a little different with

Hardy board and stucco siding

and glass balconies, and we have a

unique variety of choice,” Angellakis

says. “We really have something for

everyone and are getting a mix of

buyers including first-time, young

professionals, young families, empty-

nesters and down-sizers.”

Diseño presents five apartment-

style floorplans including one-

bedroom, one-bedroom plus den,

two-bedroom and two-bedroom

Diseño offers unique blend of townhomes and apartment condos in

SherwoodLocationSherwood

Builder Landmark Homes

DevelopmentDiseno Townhomes and Condos

Home TypeApartment condos 703 to 1,209 sq. ft.

Sales CentreCorner of Shaganappi Trail and Symons Valley Parkway NW

Contact403.235.3857 liveatdiseno.ca

plus den designs ranging from 703

to 1,186 sq. ft. starting from the

$190,000s.

The three-storey townhomes have

five models – one with a tandem

garage that fits two vehicles, the

rest with double side-by-side car

garages – in two-bedroom with loft

or three-bedroom designs all with

2.5 bathrooms, ranging from 1,131

to 1,563 sq. ft. and starting in the

$330,000s.

Interiors for both condo and

townhome styles are well-appointed

featuring maple cabinets with

modern chrome finishes, full-

height tile backsplashes, stainless

steel appliances, pantries, laminate

floors, shag carpet on stairs and

in bedrooms, flush pot lights and

laundry with washer and dryer. There

are nine-ft. ceilings in the suites on

the first and fourth floors, and on the

main floor in the townhomes, and

buyers will receive a one-year Telus

multi-media package. The condo

building also has underground and

surface parking stalls available.

“All the apartment condos have

large windows and we’ve positioned

the building in an east-west direction

so we could make the most of the

sun exposure and the park views,”

Angellakis says. “In addition, the glass

balconies are quite large and some of

the townhomes are able to offer two

balconies. Several townhome designs

offer a walkout with patio and balcony,

and the double-car garage townhomes

have a developed bonus room on the

garage level for added space.”

Buyers can personalize their homes

by choosing from three colour palettes

and from upgrades such as quartz

counter tops and hardwood floors.

Landmark also builds Green with

energy efficient windows, appliances,

hot water tanks and furnaces, along

with LED lights and low flow fixtures.

A major benefit to buyers is the

location being across from a new

commercial development that already

includes the Loblaws’ City Market,

with two restaurants opening soon

and a future professional building.

As well, a new Walmart is just down

the street, with more shopping available at Beacon Hill centre, in Nolan Hill, at

the Symons Valley Ranch Farmers’ Market and at Creekside centre just minutes

away.

Sherwood is a newer community with established amenities. Residents can

enjoy parks and pathways, walk to great shopping and have easy access to

transit and major routes such as Stoney and Shaganappi Trails.

Landmark will celebrate the pre-sale of its apartment-style condos on May

28. For more information on Diseño, visit the sales centre at the corner

of Shaganappi Trail and Symons Valley Parkway, N.W., open Monday to

Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m., call

403.235.3857 or visit liveatdiseno.ca

30 YPNEXTHOME.CA

ALBI, LUXURY BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL, has been

awarded the Canadian Home Builders Association’s award

for Design Excellence and Marketing Excellence, sweeping

the two top categories at the inaugural National Awards

for Housing Excellence on May 6. These prestigious

awards highlight excellence in the housing industry

and the very best in new homes, home renovations,

community development and marketing across Canada.

Albi, Luxury by Brookfield Residential, received four

awards in total: Design Excellence Award, Marketing

Excellence Award, Attached 1,500 Square Feet and Over

for Vistas of Tuscany, and Design/Decor Centre for The

Galleria at Albi.

“It’s incredibly humbling to be presented with these

awards for Albi’s achievement on a national scale. These

awards recognize the hard work of our entire team and

the commitment they have to bringing a level of customer

experience that can’t be rivaled,” says Allan Klassen, senior

vice-president, Brookfield Residential Calgary Homes. “We

have a talented and dedicated team who bring dreams to

life for our customers every day. We are truly excited about

Trending

what is to come being a part of Brookfield Residential.”

Brookfield Residential, a leading home builder and

developer, acquired Albi Homes in November 2015. The

addition of Albi brings a new level of customer experience

to homeowners in Calgary, with enormous choice of

home styles and products in all areas of the city.

“From their first condo to their dream family home, we

are able to deliver a life well built in the best communities

Calgary has to offer,” says Klassen.

Brookfield Residential continues to develop new

communities and build a broad spectrum of homes in

Calgary and the surrounding region. It will open Livingston,

its largest community, in the New North of Calgary in

early 2017. Livingston will be home to more than 30,000

residents over the next 15 years.


Albi, Luxury by Brookfield Residential recognized with two top awards at the CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence

ALBI, LUXURY BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL, has been

awarded the Canadian Home Builders Association’s award

for Design Excellence and Marketing Excellence, sweeping

the two top categories at the inaugural National Awards

for Housing Excellence on May 6. These prestigious

awards highlight excellence in the housing industry

and the very best in new homes, home renovations,

community development and marketing across Canada.

Albi, Luxury by Brookfield Residential, received four

awards in total: Design Excellence Award, Marketing

Excellence Award, Attached 1,500 Square Feet and Over

for Vistas of Tuscany, and Design/Decor Centre for The

Galleria at Albi.

“It’s incredibly humbling to be presented with these

awards for Albi’s achievement on a national scale. These

awards recognize the hard work of our entire team and

the commitment they have to bringing a level of customer

experience that can’t be rivaled,” says Allan Klassen, senior

vice-president, Brookfield Residential Calgary Homes. “We

have a talented and dedicated team who bring dreams to

life for our customers every day. We are truly excited about

Trending

what is to come being a part of Brookfield Residential.”

Brookfield Residential, a leading home builder and

developer, acquired Albi Homes in November 2015. The

addition of Albi brings a new level of customer experience

to homeowners in Calgary, with enormous choice of

home styles and products in all areas of the city.

“From their first condo to their dream family home, we

are able to deliver a life well built in the best communities

Calgary has to offer,” says Klassen.

Brookfield Residential continues to develop new

communities and build a broad spectrum of homes in

Calgary and the surrounding region. It will open Livingston,

its largest community, in the New North of Calgary in

early 2017. Livingston will be home to more than 30,000

residents over the next 15 years.


Albi, Luxury by Brookfield Residential recognized with two top awards at the CHBA National Awards for Housing Excellence

32 YPNEXTHOME.CA

THE MARK 1O1 PRESENTS SOPHISTICATION, CONVENIENCE AND QUALITY By Heather Ryan

Marking its first project by Shane Homes’ new multi-family

division, Nuovo by Shane, the aptly named The Mark

101 provides residents with an opportunity to capture

the true essence of suburban living in northwest Calgary.

Located in Sage Hill, The Mark 101 presents buyers with

sophistication, neighbourhood convenience, and reputation for

quality through Shane Homes 37 years as a homebuilder.

Offering a unique collection of architecturally-inspired

apartment-style condominiums, The Mark 101 consists of three,

four-storey buildings with a total of 206 condos. The recently

released first building has 67 suites with the majority including

heated underground parking.

“We launched on April 2 and it was an extraordinary grand

opening,” says area manager Dianne Bidinost. “We had 400

people here and we received great feedback resulting in 15 sales

in the first 45 days of being opened.

“Customers love the quality finishes and the location is

prime,” she says, noting Sage Hill is a community that has grown

in popularity due to its established amenities such as parks,

playgrounds, pathways and naturalized pond, along with a wide

variety of shops, services, restaurants and all within walking

distance or a short drive away.

“People are thrilled with our 9-ft. ceilings on every floor, which

allows for huge 6-ft. windows that include transom windows

on top, giving each suite a bright and airy feel,” Bidinost says,

adding this combination is on display in the sales centre’s two

bedroom showsuite. “When customers walk into the showsuite

they are wowed by how spacious and open it feels.”

The Mark 101 also offers “a number of ‘house-like’ features such

as the transom windows, over-sized decks with gas lines and large

kitchens – all gorgeous features that Shane Homes has become

known for,” Bidinost notes. “We also have full size laundry rooms

with a stacked washer and dryer with tons of storage, unlike the

smaller laundry closets most condos have.”

Kitchens are well-appointed featuring a large7-ft. island or

peninsula with ample breakfast bar seating, granite counters,

stainless steel appliances, maple shaker style cabinets, one

or two banks of pots and pans drawers, soft closing drawers,

pantries, full-height tile backsplash, water line for the fridge and

rough-in for garburators. Condos with two bathrooms have a 20-in.

deep soaker tub/shower in the main and

an oversized walk-in shower in the ensuite.

All of our condos come with luxury vinyl

plank flooring, 2” faux wood white blinds

and knock-down ceilings.

There are five floor plans available

to suit a variety of buyers’ tastes, needs

and budget including one-bedroom,

one-bedroom plus den and two bedroom

designs ranging from 600 to 887 sq. ft. with

a starting price in the $180,000s plus GST.

“The condos are designed with ample

insuite storage plus there is a secured

storage room with large lockers and a

separate bicycle storage in the secure

underground parkade,” Bidinost says.

The exterior offers an appealing

architectural design with extensive cultured

stone detailing combined with vinyl siding

and lush landscape to create a very strong

curb appeal. Also plenty of visitor parking

and street parking is available, adding to

the attractiveness of The Mark 101.

Another advantage to buyers is the

convenient location; it’s adjacent to future

rapid bus transit, across from a new

Walmart Supercentre and steps from

a new Loblaw’s City Market, with more

shopping available at Beacon Hill Centre,

Sage Hill Crossing, Creekside Centre,

Gates of Nolan Hill, and Symons Valley

Ranch Farmers’ Market. As well, major

routes such as Stoney Trail and Beddington

Trail are just minutes away.

For more information on The Mark 101,

visit the sales centre/showsuite located

at 3727 Sage Hill Dr. N.W., open Monday

to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and

holidays, noon-5 p.m., call 403-536-2388

or visit www.themark101.com to view a

virtual tour of the condos

There are five floor plans available to suit a variety of buyers’ tastes, needs and budget


THE MARK 1O1 PRESENTS SOPHISTICATION, CONVENIENCE AND QUALITY By Heather Ryan

Marking its first project by Shane Homes’ new multi-family

division, Nuovo by Shane, the aptly named The Mark

101 provides residents with an opportunity to capture

the true essence of suburban living in northwest Calgary.

Located in Sage Hill, The Mark 101 presents buyers with

sophistication, neighbourhood convenience, and reputation for

quality through Shane Homes 37 years as a homebuilder.

Offering a unique collection of architecturally-inspired

apartment-style condominiums, The Mark 101 consists of three,

four-storey buildings with a total of 206 condos. The recently

released first building has 67 suites with the majority including

heated underground parking.

“We launched on April 2 and it was an extraordinary grand

opening,” says area manager Dianne Bidinost. “We had 400

people here and we received great feedback resulting in 15 sales

in the first 45 days of being opened.

“Customers love the quality finishes and the location is

prime,” she says, noting Sage Hill is a community that has grown

in popularity due to its established amenities such as parks,

playgrounds, pathways and naturalized pond, along with a wide

variety of shops, services, restaurants and all within walking

distance or a short drive away.

“People are thrilled with our 9-ft. ceilings on every floor, which

allows for huge 6-ft. windows that include transom windows

on top, giving each suite a bright and airy feel,” Bidinost says,

adding this combination is on display in the sales centre’s two

bedroom showsuite. “When customers walk into the showsuite

they are wowed by how spacious and open it feels.”

The Mark 101 also offers “a number of ‘house-like’ features such

as the transom windows, over-sized decks with gas lines and large

kitchens – all gorgeous features that Shane Homes has become

known for,” Bidinost notes. “We also have full size laundry rooms

with a stacked washer and dryer with tons of storage, unlike the

smaller laundry closets most condos have.”

Kitchens are well-appointed featuring a large7-ft. island or

peninsula with ample breakfast bar seating, granite counters,

stainless steel appliances, maple shaker style cabinets, one

or two banks of pots and pans drawers, soft closing drawers,

pantries, full-height tile backsplash, water line for the fridge and

rough-in for garburators. Condos with two bathrooms have a 20-in.

deep soaker tub/shower in the main and

an oversized walk-in shower in the ensuite.

All of our condos come with luxury vinyl

plank flooring, 2” faux wood white blinds

and knock-down ceilings.

There are five floor plans available

to suit a variety of buyers’ tastes, needs

and budget including one-bedroom,

one-bedroom plus den and two bedroom

designs ranging from 600 to 887 sq. ft. with

a starting price in the $180,000s plus GST.

“The condos are designed with ample

insuite storage plus there is a secured

storage room with large lockers and a

separate bicycle storage in the secure

underground parkade,” Bidinost says.

The exterior offers an appealing

architectural design with extensive cultured

stone detailing combined with vinyl siding

and lush landscape to create a very strong

curb appeal. Also plenty of visitor parking

and street parking is available, adding to

the attractiveness of The Mark 101.

Another advantage to buyers is the

convenient location; it’s adjacent to future

rapid bus transit, across from a new

Walmart Supercentre and steps from

a new Loblaw’s City Market, with more

shopping available at Beacon Hill Centre,

Sage Hill Crossing, Creekside Centre,

Gates of Nolan Hill, and Symons Valley

Ranch Farmers’ Market. As well, major

routes such as Stoney Trail and Beddington

Trail are just minutes away.

For more information on The Mark 101,

visit the sales centre/showsuite located

at 3727 Sage Hill Dr. N.W., open Monday

to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and

holidays, noon-5 p.m., call 403-536-2388

or visit www.themark101.com to view a

virtual tour of the condos

There are five floor plans available to suit a variety of buyers’ tastes, needs and budget

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SECOND FLOOR PLANMAIN FLOOR PLAN

The Garage is in the back, off the street so the streetscape is nicer and cars are less intrusive

The Kitchen is well-designed, efficient and includes a breakfast bar

A full Front Porch

The Owner’s Retreat includes a private Ensuite and Walk-in Closet

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Additional Bedrooms are spacious with ample closet space as well

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SECOND FLOOR PLANMAIN FLOOR PLAN

The Garage is in the back, off the street so the streetscape is nicer and cars are less intrusive

The Kitchen is well-designed, efficient and includes a breakfast bar

A full Front Porch

The Owner’s Retreat includes a private Ensuite and Walk-in Closet

A large Balcony provides a quiet space

Additional Bedrooms are spacious with ample closet space as well

From $326,990*

Starting At 1,228 Sq.Ft.

NO CONDO FEES

Proud Partner of the Canadian National Track Cycling Team

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Could a Foreign Investor Real Estate Craze

Be Coming to Alberta?

Recently, traditional real estate indicators, such as household income, have served as only a base to measure just how gravity-defiant housing price growth continues to be within the Toronto and Vancouver markets.

This situation has all but confirmed a sizable presence of foreign buyers within these markets, a topic of which there is no yielding measure to date. However, some notable agencies have recently “hypothesized” that Chinese foreign investors specifically may have accounted for 14% and 33% of Toronto and Vancouver real estate sales in 2015 respectively (National Bank of Canada).

Arguments regarding the motivations of these investors namely point to a strategy of wealth preservation amidst China’s wavering financial system (taken for granted here). However, one of the most interesting situations likely encouraging this investment is that the price of our real estate in Yuan (China’s currency) has actually been falling over recent years, until now.

So far in 2016, the Canadian-Yuan exchange rate has held strong by an annual comparison, after years of

falling continuously since 2013. As such, this year has come to represent the first in many years that a Chinese foreign investor would actually have to pay a considerable amount more for the average home in the Vancouver and Toronto markets (see figure below). Notably, this is not the case for Alberta’s historically-sound Edmonton and Calgary real estate markets.

Looking ahead, many economists have predicted that a Chinese led foreign investment “craze” will likely continue, as further woes are expected to plague China’s investment sector.

In our opinion, all of these points represent a marketable opportunity for agents and developers of Alberta’s real estate markets to attract more of this investment their way.

As a point of encouragement, consider that Juwai.com, a popular online listing service where Chinese investors can look for international real estate, recently reported that inquiries about specific properties in Alberta increased 70% in 2015 (Bloomberg News, April 2016).

Intelligence House is Alberta’s newest and most innovative

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Source: Intelligence House (BOC, CMHC, TREB and REBGV)

Annual April-Over-April Residential Price Growth

2013 2014 2015 2016 2013 2014 2015 2016

$Yuan $CAD

Greater Vancouver -7.8% -3.4% -3.6% 26.1% -3.5% 3.6% 8.5% 25.5%

Toronto Real Estate Board -2.7% -0.2% -3.6% 13.2% 1.8% 7.0% 8.5% 12.7%

Edmonton Real Estate Board -2.2% -2.4% -8.6% 0.7% 2.3% 4.7% 2.9% 0.2%

Calgary Real Estate Board -1.0% -0.7% -11.6% 0.0% 3.6% 6.5% 0.0% -0.5%

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Could a Foreign Investor Real Estate Craze

Be Coming to Alberta?

Recently, traditional real estate indicators, such as household income, have served as only a base to measure just how gravity-defiant housing price growth continues to be within the Toronto and Vancouver markets.

This situation has all but confirmed a sizable presence of foreign buyers within these markets, a topic of which there is no yielding measure to date. However, some notable agencies have recently “hypothesized” that Chinese foreign investors specifically may have accounted for 14% and 33% of Toronto and Vancouver real estate sales in 2015 respectively (National Bank of Canada).

Arguments regarding the motivations of these investors namely point to a strategy of wealth preservation amidst China’s wavering financial system (taken for granted here). However, one of the most interesting situations likely encouraging this investment is that the price of our real estate in Yuan (China’s currency) has actually been falling over recent years, until now.

So far in 2016, the Canadian-Yuan exchange rate has held strong by an annual comparison, after years of

falling continuously since 2013. As such, this year has come to represent the first in many years that a Chinese foreign investor would actually have to pay a considerable amount more for the average home in the Vancouver and Toronto markets (see figure below). Notably, this is not the case for Alberta’s historically-sound Edmonton and Calgary real estate markets.

Looking ahead, many economists have predicted that a Chinese led foreign investment “craze” will likely continue, as further woes are expected to plague China’s investment sector.

In our opinion, all of these points represent a marketable opportunity for agents and developers of Alberta’s real estate markets to attract more of this investment their way.

As a point of encouragement, consider that Juwai.com, a popular online listing service where Chinese investors can look for international real estate, recently reported that inquiries about specific properties in Alberta increased 70% in 2015 (Bloomberg News, April 2016).

Intelligence House is Alberta’s newest and most innovative

Real Estate Marketing Agency with a focus on strategic

market intelligence, which includes full research, marketing

and sales / leasing services for the real estate industry.

From left to right:Emmett HartfieldAlex RuffiniMichael Melnychuk

intelligencehouse.ca

Our Calgary office is now open!

FOLLOW US ON

Source: Intelligence House (BOC, CMHC, TREB and REBGV)

Annual April-Over-April Residential Price Growth

2013 2014 2015 2016 2013 2014 2015 2016

$Yuan $CAD

Greater Vancouver -7.8% -3.4% -3.6% 26.1% -3.5% 3.6% 8.5% 25.5%

Toronto Real Estate Board -2.7% -0.2% -3.6% 13.2% 1.8% 7.0% 8.5% 12.7%

Edmonton Real Estate Board -2.2% -2.4% -8.6% 0.7% 2.3% 4.7% 2.9% 0.2%

Calgary Real Estate Board -1.0% -0.7% -11.6% 0.0% 3.6% 6.5% 0.0% -0.5%

AT SKYVIEW RANCH ARBOURS

AT REDSTONE

$284FR

OM

ARRIVE TO GREAT VALUE

$299FR

OM

ONLY 12 UNITS LEFT!

SELLING OUT SALE!



125 SKYVIEW RANCH MANOR NE OFF SKYVIEW RANCH BLVD

CALL 403-264-8963

206 REDSTONE VIEW NE OFFREDSTONE WAY

CALL 587-755-1166

THESE NE TOWNHOMES FEATURE: 2 AND 3 BEDROOMS WITH 2.5 BATHS • STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES • FRONT LOAD WASHER/DRYER

• HEATED ATTACHED GARAGE • FULL DEPTH DRIVEWAY • CERTIFIED ENERGY EFFICIENT

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15 LIVINGSTONE TOWNES BY TRICO COMMUNITIES 52 Legacy Gate SE

16 SANDGATE 6 Mahogany Terrace SE

17 MOSAIC MIRAGE BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL 347 MacKenzie Towne Gate

18 THE GATES BY REMINGTON DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION Presentation Centre: 350 Quarry Park Blvd SE

19 CHAMPAGNE BY REMINGTON DEVELOPMENTCORPORATION Quarry Park Blvd SE remingtoncorp.com

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21 ALTURE MIDCITY BY ALTURE PROPERTIES 15233 1 Street Southeast midcitymidnapore.ca

22 MAHOGANY STREET TOWNS BY HOMES BY AVI 13 Marine Dr SE

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25 RIVERSTONE MOSAIC BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL 98 Cranbrook Dr. SE

26 WALDEN PLACE BY CARDEL LIFESTYLES Coming Soon Registration www.cardellifestyles.com

01 CRANSTON RIDGE BY CARDEL LIFESTYLES Corner of Cranford Dr and Cranston Gate SE Register: www.cardellifestyles.com/cranston-ridge

02 COPPERFIELD PARK BY BRAD REMINGTON HOMES 279 Copperpond Common S.E.

03 MUSKOKA BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL 65 Auburn Meadows Way

04 LEGACY GATE BY CARLISLE GROUP 210 Ave. SE www.legacygate.ca

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Property Profile | AVI URBAN

SINCE ITS INCEPTION, AVI URBAN has strived to create

innovative multi-family developments and its efforts were

recognized on April 16 when the builder was presented by

the Canadian Home Builders Association - Calgary Region

with the Grand SAM Award for Multi-Family Builder of the

Year for 2015.

“To be given the opportunity to carry the recognition

as the Multi-Family Builder of the Year feels great,” says

Charron Ungar, president, Avi Urban. “At Avi Urban, we

work hard every day without any expectations for an

award, but when you get a nod of respect from your

partners and your competitors for a job well done, it

gives you and your team a great sense of pride and

accomplishment.

“We’ve done about 20 projects now and our ability in

the last few years to do what we’ve been able to do is

because we’ve enhanced our team and brought all the

elements together so that we can deliver innovative and

creative projects that continue to raise the bar,” Ungar

says, noting that six different projects were finalists or

award winners in different categories.

“It’s really exciting when that all comes together and

to get to that level where the sky is the limit and be

successful. Being selected as Multi-Family Builder of the

Year shows we’re doing things right and it’s a great honour

to be recognized.”

Along with the Grand SAM, Avi Urban won the Best

Townhome Design - $300,000-$359,000 for its Jasmine

model in Willow at Sherwood – a two-bedroom plus den,

2.5-bathroom three-level townhome.

“It’s framed with lots of windows so the light really

permeates through the space giving a very bright, spacious

feel, and we gave it an urban aesthetic and a transitional

style so it has a modern feel that appealed to young

buyers,” Ungar says. “With the layout, we tried to make

it as functional as possible with an over-sized kitchen,

Avi Urban Honoured as Multi-Family Builder of the Year

open design and larger than expected bedrooms… it was a

winning formula.”

Avi Urban was also a finalist for the Best New Design –

Villa/Duplex/Townhome up to 1,199 sq. ft. award for The

Scarlet in Jackson at Walden. “Jackson was Edison 2.0,”

Ungar explains, referring to Avi Urban’s highly successful

Edison townhome development in Walden. “We took

everything we learned and that was successful in Edison

and rolled it into Jackson.”

As well, Avi Urban had two projects – Edison in Walden

and The Post in Nolan Hill – that were finalists for the Best

Multi-Family Community. “For both developments we set

the bar extremely high and we’re pleased they were both

nominated,” Ungar says. “With Edison, we introduced a

new architectural style that is beautiful, and The Post has a

great location backing onto a pond with a more Colonial

architecture with a lot of brick and exterior detailing and

we’re very proud of our achievements with both projects.”

The builder also won the Janine Coughlin Marketing

Campaign of the Year award for its Duke at Mission

campaign. “This is an important award because marketing

is a huge part of what we do. You can have the best

project in the best location, but at the end of the day if

you’re not getting the message out, it’s not going to be

successful,” Ungar says.

In the Sales Achievement category, Avi Urban’s sales

team for Canoe at Auburn Bay was a finalist. “We put

together a great development in Auburn Bay, which is a

well-designed lake community, so we wanted to meet and

enhance that. We have a great sales team that focused on

customers and getting the message out, so to achieve a

high level of sales and be a finalist is really great.”

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEnexthome.yp.ca/avi-urban


Property Profile | AVI URBAN

SINCE ITS INCEPTION, AVI URBAN has strived to create

innovative multi-family developments and its efforts were

recognized on April 16 when the builder was presented by

the Canadian Home Builders Association - Calgary Region

with the Grand SAM Award for Multi-Family Builder of the

Year for 2015.

“To be given the opportunity to carry the recognition

as the Multi-Family Builder of the Year feels great,” says

Charron Ungar, president, Avi Urban. “At Avi Urban, we

work hard every day without any expectations for an

award, but when you get a nod of respect from your

partners and your competitors for a job well done, it

gives you and your team a great sense of pride and

accomplishment.

“We’ve done about 20 projects now and our ability in

the last few years to do what we’ve been able to do is

because we’ve enhanced our team and brought all the

elements together so that we can deliver innovative and

creative projects that continue to raise the bar,” Ungar

says, noting that six different projects were finalists or

award winners in different categories.

“It’s really exciting when that all comes together and

to get to that level where the sky is the limit and be

successful. Being selected as Multi-Family Builder of the

Year shows we’re doing things right and it’s a great honour

to be recognized.”

Along with the Grand SAM, Avi Urban won the Best

Townhome Design - $300,000-$359,000 for its Jasmine

model in Willow at Sherwood – a two-bedroom plus den,

2.5-bathroom three-level townhome.

“It’s framed with lots of windows so the light really

permeates through the space giving a very bright, spacious

feel, and we gave it an urban aesthetic and a transitional

style so it has a modern feel that appealed to young

buyers,” Ungar says. “With the layout, we tried to make

it as functional as possible with an over-sized kitchen,

Avi Urban Honoured as Multi-Family Builder of the Year

open design and larger than expected bedrooms… it was a

winning formula.”

Avi Urban was also a finalist for the Best New Design –

Villa/Duplex/Townhome up to 1,199 sq. ft. award for The

Scarlet in Jackson at Walden. “Jackson was Edison 2.0,”

Ungar explains, referring to Avi Urban’s highly successful

Edison townhome development in Walden. “We took

everything we learned and that was successful in Edison

and rolled it into Jackson.”

As well, Avi Urban had two projects – Edison in Walden

and The Post in Nolan Hill – that were finalists for the Best

Multi-Family Community. “For both developments we set

the bar extremely high and we’re pleased they were both

nominated,” Ungar says. “With Edison, we introduced a

new architectural style that is beautiful, and The Post has a

great location backing onto a pond with a more Colonial

architecture with a lot of brick and exterior detailing and

we’re very proud of our achievements with both projects.”

The builder also won the Janine Coughlin Marketing

Campaign of the Year award for its Duke at Mission

campaign. “This is an important award because marketing

is a huge part of what we do. You can have the best

project in the best location, but at the end of the day if

you’re not getting the message out, it’s not going to be

successful,” Ungar says.

In the Sales Achievement category, Avi Urban’s sales

team for Canoe at Auburn Bay was a finalist. “We put

together a great development in Auburn Bay, which is a

well-designed lake community, so we wanted to meet and

enhance that. We have a great sales team that focused on

customers and getting the message out, so to achieve a

high level of sales and be a finalist is really great.”

MORE PHOTOS ONLINEnexthome.yp.ca/avi-urban

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Advice | MORTGAGE ADVICE

AN INCOME PROPERTY can be a good

way to make money, especially in

retirement. However, there are some

things you need to think about before

taking the plunge.

Here are the advantages and

disadvantages of buying an

investment property:

Advantages

You can use leverage: If you have

equity in your home, you can use

it to help finance the purchase of

another property. In a low-interest

rate environment, mortgage rates are

lower as are the costs of buying an

income property. You’ll build up more

equity when you earn rental income

to pay down the mortgage. In the

future, you could use that additional

equity to buy another property – or

properties – but you should ensure

you can make larger mortgage

payments when rates increase.

You can earn additional income

regularly: As long as you have a

tenant, you’ll earn monthly income on

a regular basis. The more investment

properties you have, the more you

could potentially earn. You don’t

often get regular income from other

types of investments.

You get tax deductions: While you’ll

earn rental income, you’ll also be able

to deduct any expenses. Advertising,

insurance, maintenance and repairs,

property taxes, and legal fees are

just a few of the expenses that are

deductible. It’s best to consult with

Things to consider before buying an investment property

your accountant to find out what

costs you can deduct.

Disadvantages

You may need additional financing: If

you want to buy a multi-unit property

and intend to live in it, you’ll need a

down payment of between five and

10 per cent, depending on the total

number of units in the property. But

when you purchase a property you

don’t plan to live in, you need a down

payment of at least 20 per cent.

Also, some lenders won’t recognize

100 per cent of the potential rental

income you might expect to earn;

some may consider just 50 per cent,

while other lenders might consider 80

per cent. In other words, you could

be forced to make a bigger down

payment to qualify for a mortgage.

You may not always have a tenant:

Ideally, you’ll earn enough rental

income to cover your annual costs.

However, you’ll still need to make

mortgage payments without a tenant.

You should be prepared for the worst

and have an emergency fund for the

times you don’t have someone to rent

your place.

Your property isn’t a liquid

investment: If you own stocks or

bonds, you can buy and sell them

quite quickly. However, it can take

a long time between listing your

property for sale and the closing date.

This might be a problem if you need

the money right away.

You have additional responsibilities:

Being a landlord can be a difficult

job. You’re responsible for any

maintenance and repairs that need

to be done. But there are also some

headaches you have to deal with,

like a tenant that damages your

property or misses a rent payment.

The alternative is to hire a property

manager. He or she can take care of

those problems but at a cost to you.

While an investment property will

provide you with additional income,

it’s good to be aware of the pros and

cons before you ultimately decide to

make a purchase.

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Advice | CONTEMPLATING CONDOMINIUMS

BOTH BUYERS AND SELLERS of

condominium homes obtain

protection and services when they

use a realtor to represent them. But

they should understand whether

the realtor represents them only, or

serves as “dual agent” representing

both the buyer and seller.

Let’s say you’re shopping for a new

or resale condo home, and find a

condominium-specialist realtor who

can help you with market information,

gain access to any property on the

market, and who will give you market

data and negotiating advice when you

offer to buy a nice place. That realtor

is your “agent,” which is a real estate

term for “representative,” but it carries

the weight of performance duty

under Alberta law. The realtor must

be competent, actually know about

condominiums, must serve your

interests, keep confidences, disclose

information about the property,

and take your lawful instructions.

In technical language, these are

“fiduciary” duties.

In most cases, your realtor

represents you only. He or she will

give you access to all the properties

listed on the MLS, and we realtors

carry an electronic key which will

open 4,000 to 6,000 condo and

single-family resale homes on the

market at any given time in Edmonton

or Calgary. One phone call to a

realtor... 6,000 keys. It couldn’t be

more convenient. An experienced

realtor will also be familiar with many

of the condominium showhomes

currently open, and know the type of

construction being used. He or she

will guide you to condo communities

that are being built for your age group

and lifestyle.

At some point in your viewing of

homes, the realtor may show you a

new or resale home that perfectly

matches your needs, and which they

have listed for sale personally on

behalf of the seller. In other words,

they are already the seller’s agent.

They will also be your agent if you

offer to buy the property, so the

realtor would be “dual agent” for the

two parties. Whether a transaction

takes place or not, the realtor’s duties

are in effect.

This dual agency is not necessarily

a problem, but places some new

burdens on the realtor. For example,

on the one hand, the realtor must

disclose to you anything they might

have learned about the property

when listing it and discussing the

property with the seller. On the other,

they must not disclose to the seller

how much you’re willing to pay for

the place, nor to you what the seller

might be willing to accept, if they

know. As well, a little bias might

come into play, as the realtor could

earn both the sellers’ and the buyers’

agency fees (“commissions”), if they

represent both parties.

Of course, people have every

right to refuse dual agency. If you’re

selling your home, condominium or

otherwise, you can simply require

that any buyer have his or her own

representative. A fee from you to

pay a buyer’s representative will be

part of your listing agreement, so

you certainly have something to say

about it. As an alternative, you can

ask your listing realtor to reduce

the total commission payable in

the event that they represent the

buyer, as well as the seller, which the

industry nicknames a “double-end”

transaction.

Some realtors have even found

themselves in three-way agency, as

two parties offer to buy the same

home, found through that realtor’s

open house the first weekend the

property was on the market. These

instances of competing offers usually

see representation of one of the

parties assumed by an experienced

colleague, or by the realtor’s broker.

Even if there is only one party

making on offer, buyers can, if they

want, also insist on single-agency

representation. The realtor losing the

dual-agent role might not like the

compensation split needed to pay

another realtor, but so be it.

Yet, in fact, these steps are usually

not necessary, as good market

information and full property

disclosure will usually point to the

property’s value. Reputable realtors

working for their clients’ best interests

will always enjoy client loyalty. But

sellers and buyers alike should feel

free to ask about single agency, dual

agency and about who is paying

whom to represent them. The world

of real estate, a volatile marketplace,

varying qualities of homes and

locations are all complex at best,

overwhelming at worst. Buying or

selling, professional real estate agency

will serve you well.

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BOTH BUYERS AND SELLERS of

condominium homes obtain

protection and services when they

use a realtor to represent them. But

they should understand whether

the realtor represents them only, or

serves as “dual agent” representing

both the buyer and seller.

Let’s say you’re shopping for a new

or resale condo home, and find a

condominium-specialist realtor who

can help you with market information,

gain access to any property on the

market, and who will give you market

data and negotiating advice when you

offer to buy a nice place. That realtor

is your “agent,” which is a real estate

term for “representative,” but it carries

the weight of performance duty

under Alberta law. The realtor must

be competent, actually know about

condominiums, must serve your

interests, keep confidences, disclose

information about the property,

and take your lawful instructions.

In technical language, these are

“fiduciary” duties.

In most cases, your realtor

represents you only. He or she will

give you access to all the properties

listed on the MLS, and we realtors

carry an electronic key which will

open 4,000 to 6,000 condo and

single-family resale homes on the

market at any given time in Edmonton

or Calgary. One phone call to a

realtor... 6,000 keys. It couldn’t be

more convenient. An experienced

realtor will also be familiar with many

of the condominium showhomes

currently open, and know the type of

construction being used. He or she

will guide you to condo communities

that are being built for your age group

and lifestyle.

At some point in your viewing of

homes, the realtor may show you a

new or resale home that perfectly

matches your needs, and which they

have listed for sale personally on

behalf of the seller. In other words,

they are already the seller’s agent.

They will also be your agent if you

offer to buy the property, so the

realtor would be “dual agent” for the

two parties. Whether a transaction

takes place or not, the realtor’s duties

are in effect.

This dual agency is not necessarily

a problem, but places some new

burdens on the realtor. For example,

on the one hand, the realtor must

disclose to you anything they might

have learned about the property

when listing it and discussing the

property with the seller. On the other,

they must not disclose to the seller

how much you’re willing to pay for

the place, nor to you what the seller

might be willing to accept, if they

know. As well, a little bias might

come into play, as the realtor could

earn both the sellers’ and the buyers’

agency fees (“commissions”), if they

represent both parties.

Of course, people have every

right to refuse dual agency. If you’re

selling your home, condominium or

otherwise, you can simply require

that any buyer have his or her own

representative. A fee from you to

pay a buyer’s representative will be

part of your listing agreement, so

you certainly have something to say

about it. As an alternative, you can

ask your listing realtor to reduce

the total commission payable in

the event that they represent the

buyer, as well as the seller, which the

industry nicknames a “double-end”

transaction.

Some realtors have even found

themselves in three-way agency, as

two parties offer to buy the same

home, found through that realtor’s

open house the first weekend the

property was on the market. These

instances of competing offers usually

see representation of one of the

parties assumed by an experienced

colleague, or by the realtor’s broker.

Even if there is only one party

making on offer, buyers can, if they

want, also insist on single-agency

representation. The realtor losing the

dual-agent role might not like the

compensation split needed to pay

another realtor, but so be it.

Yet, in fact, these steps are usually

not necessary, as good market

information and full property

disclosure will usually point to the

property’s value. Reputable realtors

working for their clients’ best interests

will always enjoy client loyalty. But

sellers and buyers alike should feel

free to ask about single agency, dual

agency and about who is paying

whom to represent them. The world

of real estate, a volatile marketplace,

varying qualities of homes and

locations are all complex at best,

overwhelming at worst. Buying or

selling, professional real estate agency

will serve you well.

By Linda Palfi


Linda Palfi is a condominium specialist realtor with Discover Real Estate. She is the chair of her condo board, and a member of the professional standards committee of the Calgary Real Estate Board. Visit condosincalgary.com or call 403.998.7732

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02 BROOKLYN CONDOMINIUMS BY TRICO HOMES 1710-28 Ave. SW www.brooklyncondos.ca

03 WALDEN PLACE BY CARDEL LIFESTYLES Coming Soon Register www.cardellifestyles.com

04 THE LANDINGS BY STATESMAN 771 Patrick St. S.W.

05 OVERTURE ESTATE CONDO LIVING IN CURRIE BARRACKS BY JAYMAN MODUS #101, 11 Burma Star Road

06 LEGACY PARK BY BRAD REMINGTON Register at: mylegacypark.ca

07 GLAS BY AVALON MASTER BUILDER 102, 1808 27th Ave. SW



10 VIVACE BY STREETSIDE DEVELOPMENTS Presentation Centre: 2118, 8561-8A Ave. SE

11 JUNO BY AVI URBAN Sales Centre in Currie Barracks J5, 2953 Battleford Ave. SW

12 SANDERSON RIDGE ON FISH CREEK PARK BY TELSEC 2330 Fish Creek Blvd. SW www.sanderson-ridge.ca

13 ALTADORE 36 BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL 36th St. & 16th Ave SW Register Now www.altadore36.com

14 MAX TOWNHOMES BY ASSURED DEVELOPMENTS 1605 25 Ave SW

15 THE ARMORY BY COVE PROPERTIES Currie Barracks

16 AXESS BY SLOKKER CANADA WEST Currie Barracks Sales Centre www.gainaxess.com

17 LEGACY GATE BY CARLISLE GROUP 210 Ave. SE. www.legacygate.ca

18 THE HENRY BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL Presentation Centre: 3620 - 16 St. SW.

19 KILLARNEY TOWNES BY STREETSIDE DEVELOPMENTS 2432-30 St. SW www.killarneytownes,ca

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02 BROOKLYN CONDOMINIUMS BY TRICO HOMES 1710-28 Ave. SW www.brooklyncondos.ca

03 WALDEN PLACE BY CARDEL LIFESTYLES Coming Soon Register www.cardellifestyles.com

04 THE LANDINGS BY STATESMAN 771 Patrick St. S.W.

05 OVERTURE ESTATE CONDO LIVING IN CURRIE BARRACKS BY JAYMAN MODUS #101, 11 Burma Star Road

06 LEGACY PARK BY BRAD REMINGTON Register at: mylegacypark.ca

07 GLAS BY AVALON MASTER BUILDER 102, 1808 27th Ave. SW



10 VIVACE BY STREETSIDE DEVELOPMENTS Presentation Centre: 2118, 8561-8A Ave. SE

11 JUNO BY AVI URBAN Sales Centre in Currie Barracks J5, 2953 Battleford Ave. SW

12 SANDERSON RIDGE ON FISH CREEK PARK BY TELSEC 2330 Fish Creek Blvd. SW www.sanderson-ridge.ca

13 ALTADORE 36 BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL 36th St. & 16th Ave SW Register Now www.altadore36.com

14 MAX TOWNHOMES BY ASSURED DEVELOPMENTS 1605 25 Ave SW

15 THE ARMORY BY COVE PROPERTIES Currie Barracks

16 AXESS BY SLOKKER CANADA WEST Currie Barracks Sales Centre www.gainaxess.com

17 LEGACY GATE BY CARLISLE GROUP 210 Ave. SE. www.legacygate.ca

18 THE HENRY BY BROOKFIELD RESIDENTIAL Presentation Centre: 3620 - 16 St. SW.

19 KILLARNEY TOWNES BY STREETSIDE DEVELOPMENTS 2432-30 St. SW www.killarneytownes,ca

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Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

PLANNING TO BUY YOUR FIRST home

and not sure where to begin? Here

are six homebuying tips to help you

prepare.

1. Get with the programs

There are various government

programs available to help you

buy a home.

Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP): The

HBP allows first-time buyers to

withdraw up to $25,000 from their

RRSP to put toward a down payment

on a home. You have up to 15 years

to repay the funds.

First-Time Home Buyers’ Tax

Credit (HBTC): Eligible first-time

buyers can apply for the FTHB to

help offset the costs associated with

purchasing a home, such as legal

fees, disbursements and land transfer

taxes. The credit can provide up to

$750 in federal tax relief.

More information on these

programs is available at cra.gc.ca

2. Explore your options

First-time buyers can buy a home with

as little as five per cent of the purchase

price as a down payment – as long

as the property is less than $500,000.

Anything higher than that, and the

minimum down payment for the portion

of the price higher than $500,000 is

10 per cent. So, assuming your price

range is at that threshold, you’ll need

to come up with at least $25,000.

At that purchase price, depending

on the market you’re in, this could

mean you’d then be looking at a

townhome, semi-detached or even a

condo, instead of a detached home.

6 homebuying tips for first-timers

By Wayne Karl


3. Check with the bank of mom and dad

If your parents are baby boomers

who have had the good fortune of

building equity over the years as they

paid down their mortgage while the

value of their property multiplied,

well… they may be in a position to

help. Many buyers are hitting up the

bank of mom and dad. In the last two

years, 28 per cent of first-time buyers

called on the bank of mom and dad

to help finance their purchase; from

2010 to 2014, only 17 per cent did.

4. Become tech savvy

Mortgage consumers are becoming

very tech savvy. In Canada Mortgage

and Housing Corp.’s 2015 Mortgage

Consumer Survey, 78 per cent of

respondents researched online,

with 70 per cent using an mortgage

calculator to help determine their

payments. And social media is playing

a more important role – 20 per cent

used sites such as Facebook to learn

more, 17 per cent used a mobile

device, and of those, 22 per cent used

a mortgage related app. And all of

these figures are growing.

5. Befriend a broker or banker

Like many things in life, it’s all about

relationships. And whether you

use broker or a banker to secure a

mortgage, you’ll likely come to value

the relationship. In the same CMHC

survey, consumer loyalty strengthened

the longer people stayed with their

lender. But since we’re talking about

money, people are willing to switch

lenders to get a better rate and save –

a fact which is much more prevalent

for bankers than brokers. And because

brokers are able to offer products

from multiple lenders, as opposed to

bankers who offer only the products of

their own institution, the market share

held by brokers is growing notably,

particularly among repeat buyers.

6. Research, research, research

These days, with prices rising as they

are and uncertainty in some markets,

thorough research is an absolute

must. Everything from your target

area, desired housing type, builder or

realtor, finances, how much you can

afford, who you borrow from and the

structure of your mortgage – take

your time. Take months. Don’t rush

anything. Anything.

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl.

THE BELTLINE is a unique area of

the city, where highrise and walk-

up residences mix with retail,

restaurants and parks. Among the

many greenspaces, Central Memorial

Park is a favourite and a popular spot

for weddings. The Beltline can be

described as one of the most densely

populated and vibrant communities

in Calgary; full of families and young

professionals.

Lifestyle

The Beltline’s lifestyle is definitely

active and vibrant, as residents love

to be in the mix of culture, food and

style. All year round, people enjoy the

outdoors in the Beltline parks. Patios

are jam-packed in the summer and

new restaurants are always opening. A

great area for families, there is plenty of

activities and resources for all ages.

Vibe

The Beltline is a hip and trendy

community busting at the seams with

young families, professionals and

long-time residents. An active lifestyle

is favoured in this area, complete with

Neighbourhood Profile

One hopping ’hood in Calgary

The Beltline

plenty of parks to exercise and play

in. The Beltline is rarely quiet as it is

constantly bustling with activity.

Meet the neighbours

With all the amenities and parks

nearby, this is an ideal place for families

who want to live the condo lifestyle. As

you might imagine, it is already filled

with lots of kids and dogs. However,

if you are more into the adult lifestyle,

don’t dismay — there are plenty of

condo buildings that are adults-only.

In the area

The Beltline area is slightly above

average. Rents have gone up in recent

years due to high demand and newer

condo buildings introduced to the

market. However, you can still find

affordable accommodations to live

in. This area also has both high-end

eateries and lower-end coffee joints,

making it a decent place to grab a bite

to eat.

Planes, trains & automobiles

One of the best ways to get around is

by public transit. Thanks to the central

location, you can get around quite

easily. Residents also love to use

Car2Go or ride their bikes. Pedestrians

are also everywhere — it is a very

walkable area of the city with such

close access to downtown Calgary.

The good, the bad & the rest

One of the best things about the

Beltline is its easy access to the

Sheldon Chumir Health Centre. With

an Urgent Care admittance among

many other clinics in the building, it is

very helpful for residents in this area.

Haultain Park, Central Memorial Park,

Beaulieu Garden and others make

this a friendly area to enjoy public

greenspaces.


Average household income

$70,388

Most common housing type

HighriseFamily composition

Own vs. rent

Education levels

Fast facts

COUPLES

33%

OWNERS

RENTERS

33%

67%

SINGLES

58%

UNIVERSITY

44%

COLLEGE

25%

HIGH SCHOOL

31%

SOURCE: ENVIRONICS

By Kait Kucy

FAMILIES

9%

50 YPNEXTHOME.CA

THE BELTLINE is a unique area of the city,

where highrise and walk-up residences

mix with retail, restaurants and parks.

Among the many greenspaces,

Central Memorial Park is a favourite

and a popular spot for weddings. The

Beltline can be described as one of the

most densely populated and vibrant

communities in Calgary; full of families

and young professionals.

Lifestyle

The Beltline’s lifestyle is definitely active

and vibrant, as residents love to be in the

mix of culture, food and style. All year

round, people enjoy the outdoors in the

Beltline parks. Patios are jam-packed

in the summer and new restaurants are

always opening. A great area for families,

there is plenty of activities and resources

for all ages.

Vibe

The Beltline is a hip and trendy

community busting at the seams with

young families, professionals and

long-time residents. An active lifestyle

is favoured in this area, complete with

plenty of parks to exercise and play in. The

Neighbourhood Profile

One hopping ’hood in Calgary

The Beltline

Beltline is rarely quiet as it is constantly

bustling with activity.

Meet the neighbours

With all the amenities and parks nearby,

this is an ideal place for families who

want to live the condo lifestyle. As you

might imagine, it is already filled with

lots of kids and dogs. However, if you are

more into the adult lifestyle, don’t dismay

— there are plenty of condo buildings

that are adults-only.

In the area

The Beltline area is slightly above

average. Rents have gone up in recent

years due to high demand and newer

condo buildings introduced to the

market. However, you can still find

affordable accommodations to live in.

This area also has both high-end eateries

and lower-end coffee joints, making it a

decent place to grab a bite to eat.

Planes, trains & automobiles

One of the best ways to get around is

by public transit. Thanks to the central

location, you can get around quite easily.

Residents also love to use Car2Go or

ride their bikes. Pedestrians are also

everywhere — it is a very walkable area

of the city with such close access to

downtown Calgary.

The good, the bad & the rest

One of the best things about the

Beltline is its easy access to the Sheldon

Chumir Health Centre. With an Urgent

Care admittance among many other

clinics in the building, it is very helpful

for residents in this area. Haultain Park,

Central Memorial Park, Beaulieu Garden

and others make this a friendly area to

enjoy public greenspaces.


Average household income

$70,388

Most common housing type

HighriseFamily composition

Own vs. rent

Education levels

Fast facts

COUPLES

33%

OWNERS

RENTERS

33%

67%

SINGLES

58%

UNIVERSITY

44%

COLLEGE

25%

HIGH SCHOOL

31%

SOURCE: ENVIRONICS

By Kait Kucy

FAMILIES

9%

Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

PLANNING TO BUY YOUR FIRST home

and not sure where to begin? Here

are six homebuying tips to help you

prepare.

1. Get with the programs

There are various government

programs available to help you

buy a home.

Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP): The

HBP allows first-time buyers to

withdraw up to $25,000 from their

RRSP to put toward a down payment

on a home. You have up to 15 years

to repay the funds.

First-Time Home Buyers’ Tax

Credit (HBTC): Eligible first-time

buyers can apply for the FTHB to

help offset the costs associated with

purchasing a home, such as legal

fees, disbursements and land transfer

taxes. The credit can provide up to

$750 in federal tax relief.

More information on these

programs is available at cra.gc.ca

2. Explore your options

First-time buyers can buy a home with

as little as five per cent of the purchase

price as a down payment – as long

as the property is less than $500,000.

Anything higher than that, and the

minimum down payment for the portion

of the price higher than $500,000 is

10 per cent. So, assuming your price

range is at that threshold, you’ll need

to come up with at least $25,000.

At that purchase price, depending

on the market you’re in, this could

mean you’d then be looking at a

townhome, semi-detached or even a

condo, instead of a detached home.

6 homebuying tips for first-timers

By Wayne Karl


3. Check with the bank of mom and dad

If your parents are baby boomers

who have had the good fortune of

building equity over the years as they

paid down their mortgage while the

value of their property multiplied,

well… they may be in a position to

help. Many buyers are hitting up the

bank of mom and dad. In the last two

years, 28 per cent of first-time buyers

called on the bank of mom and dad

to help finance their purchase; from

2010 to 2014, only 17 per cent did.

4. Become tech savvy

Mortgage consumers are becoming

very tech savvy. In Canada Mortgage

and Housing Corp.’s 2015 Mortgage

Consumer Survey, 78 per cent of

respondents researched online,

with 70 per cent using an mortgage

calculator to help determine their

payments. And social media is playing

a more important role – 20 per cent

used sites such as Facebook to learn

more, 17 per cent used a mobile

device, and of those, 22 per cent used

a mortgage related app. And all of

these figures are growing.

5. Befriend a broker or banker

Like many things in life, it’s all about

relationships. And whether you

use broker or a banker to secure a

mortgage, you’ll likely come to value

the relationship. In the same CMHC

survey, consumer loyalty strengthened

the longer people stayed with their

lender. But since we’re talking about

money, people are willing to switch

lenders to get a better rate and save –

a fact which is much more prevalent

for bankers than brokers. And because

brokers are able to offer products

from multiple lenders, as opposed to

bankers who offer only the products of

their own institution, the market share

held by brokers is growing notably,

particularly among repeat buyers.

6. Research, research, research

These days, with prices rising as they

are and uncertainty in some markets,

thorough research is an absolute

must. Everything from your target

area, desired housing type, builder or

realtor, finances, how much you can

afford, who you borrow from and the

structure of your mortgage – take

your time. Take months. Don’t rush

anything. Anything.

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics you need to examine when buying property. He can be reached at [email protected] or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl.


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Inspiration | STYLE FILE

ONLINE

Condo-friendly plants

We can’t all have a green thumb, and we don’t all have the outdoor space needed for a garden, but these condo-friendly plants will satisfy your urge to plant.

1. The money tree

This plant comes in all shapes and sizes; they do not require too much direct sunlight and live well indoors. They only need water about once a week and if you’re lucky, they will bring you good fortune!

2. Moth orchids

Although they can be hard to bring back to life, orchids are beautiful flowers that usually last about five or six months with minimal care. They need only a bit of water about once a week, so be careful not to overwater.

See Jackie Marchildon’s full list of condo-friendly plants online.

nexthome.yp.ca/condo-friendly-plantsRead the full story…

3. The snake plant

This plant is also known as “mother- in-law’s tongue” and requires minimal light, a little water and will help purify the air in your condo.

54 YPNEXTHOME.CA

Condo hunter’s checklistWHEN SHOPPING FOR YOUR DREAM CONDO, CARRY THIS LIST WITH YOU AND TAKE NOTES TO HELP YOU REMEMBER WHAT YOU SAW, AND WHERE!

CONDO #1 CONDO #2 CONDO #3 CONDO #4

Project & address:

Salesperson:

Phone:

Developer/builder:

Type:

midrise townhome highrise conversion

Sq. ft.:

# of bedrooms:

# of bathrooms:

Interior appliances:

Options:

Parking facilities:

Special incentives:

Price:

Down payment:

Condo fees:

Financing available:

Other comments:

Project & address:

Salesperson:

Phone:

Developer/builder:

Type:


Sq. ft.:

# of bedrooms:

# of bathrooms:


Options:

Parking facilities:

Special incentives:

Price:

Down payment:

Condo fees:


Other comments:

Project & address:

Salesperson:

Phone:

Developer/builder:

Type:


Sq. ft.:

# of bedrooms:

# of bathrooms:


Options:

Parking facilities:

Special incentives:

Price:

Down payment:

Condo fees:


Other comments:

Project & address:

Salesperson:

Phone:

Developer/builder:

Type:


Sq. ft.:

# of bedrooms:

# of bathrooms:


Options:

Parking facilities:

Special incentives:

Price:

Down payment:

Condo fees:


Other comments:

Homebuyers’ Help

Inspiration | STYLE FILE

ONLINE

Condo-friendly plants

We can’t all have a green thumb, and we don’t all have the outdoor space needed for a garden, but these condo-friendly plants will satisfy your urge to plant.

1. The money tree

This plant comes in all shapes and sizes; they do not require too much direct sunlight and live well indoors. They only need water about once a week and if you’re lucky, they will bring you good fortune!

2. Moth orchids

Although they can be hard to bring back to life, orchids are beautiful flowers that usually last about five or six months with minimal care. They need only a bit of water about once a week, so be careful not to overwater.

See Jackie Marchildon’s full list of condo-friendly plants online.

nexthome.yp.ca/condo-friendly-plantsRead the full story…

3. The snake plant

This plant is also known as “mother- in-law’s tongue” and requires minimal light, a little water and will help purify the air in your condo.


Condo hunter’s checklistWHEN SHOPPING FOR YOUR DREAM CONDO, CARRY THIS LIST WITH YOU AND TAKE NOTES TO HELP YOU REMEMBER WHAT YOU SAW, AND WHERE!

CONDO #1 CONDO #2 CONDO #3 CONDO #4

Project & address:

Salesperson:

Phone:

Developer/builder:

Type:


Sq. ft.:

# of bedrooms:

# of bathrooms:


Options:

Parking facilities:

Special incentives:

Price:

Down payment:

Condo fees:


Other comments:

Project & address:

Salesperson:

Phone:

Developer/builder:

Type:


Sq. ft.:

# of bedrooms:

# of bathrooms:


Options:

Parking facilities:

Special incentives:

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Compare mortgage rates for your best dealCHARTERED BANKS variable 6 months 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years

Notes: **Interest rate charged subject to adjustment during term mortgage. Please consult institution for term of years available. All rates are prime rates and subject to change without notice.

R.O.R.= RATES ON REQUEST op= OPEN -----= NOT QUOTING N/A= NOT AVAILABLE

May 9, 2016. Prepared By Fiscal Agents Financial Information Services 905.844.7700

OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

TRUST COMPANIES

ATB Financial 2.6 4 2.94 2.64 2.49 2.64 2.74

4.00op 4.00op 4.00op

Alterna Bank 2.35 4 2.85 2.09 2.59 2.74 2.58

6.30op 6.30op

Bank of Montreal 2.7 4 2.89 2.99 3.39 3.89 2.59

6.75op 6.75op

Bank of Nova Scotia 2.9 4.55 3.29 3.09 3.39 3.89 4.49

6.45op 6.50op

Canadian Western Bank 4 3.14 3.04 3.65 4.2 4.74

6.45op 6.30op

CIBC 2.7 2.84 2.79 2.44 4.09 4.79

6.95op 6.35op

Equitable Bank 3.14 3.04 3.65 4.39 4.64

ICICI Bank Canada 2.75 2.84 2.84 2.84 2.89 2.89

Manulife Bank 2.6 4.45 3 2.94 2.84 2.79 2.89

3.20op

National Bank n/a 4.4 3.14 3.04 3.39 2.74 2.84

6.70op 6.70op

President’s Choice Finan 2.70 2.79 3.34 3.99 4.44

Royal Bank 2.6 3.14 2.39 2.44 4.39 4.64

6.75op 6.75op

TD Canada Trust 2.6 2.99 2.84 2.29 3.89 2.69

6.30op

Tangerine 2.7 3.19 3.24 3.49 3.69 3.79

Community Trust n/a 6.5 3.14 3.25 3.95 4.39 4.64

Effort Trust n/a 4.45 3.35 3.5 3.7 4.3 4.35

6.30op 6.30op

Home Trust Company 2.35 3.95 2.69 2.14 2.34 2.59 2.64

Investors Group Trust n/a 4.2 3.14 3.09 3.39 3.89 2.74

6.50op 6.30op

MTCC 2.9 4.55 3.29 3.09 3.39 3.89 4.49

6.45op 6.50op

Alterna Savings 2.35 4 2.85 2.09 2.59 2.74 2.58 6.30op 6.30op Comtech Credit Union 2.45 6.2 2.84 2.89 2.95 2.99 2.89 6.40op 6.30op First National Fin. LP 3.1 2.29 2.24 2.49 2.64 2.69IC Savings 2.7 4.25 2.89 2.79 2.89 2.95 2.89 6.50op 6.50op London Life n/a 4.2 3.14 3.09 3.39 3.89 4.74 6.50op 6.30op Luminus Financial 3.25 3.25 3.2 3.65 4 4.5 6.25op Meridian Credit Union 2.4 4 2.84 2.79 2.64 3.89 2.49 6.30op PACE Savings & C.U. 5 2.99 2.69 3.49 3.99 4.64 6.70op 6.30op Parama Credit Union 2.65 2.8 2.85 2.95 3.05 3.15 2.95op Steinbach Credit Union 2.25 2.45 2.55 2.55 2.65 2.65

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Compare mortgage rates for your best dealCHARTERED BANKS variable 6 months 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years

Notes: **Interest rate charged subject to adjustment during term mortgage. Please consult institution for term of years available. All rates are prime rates and subject to change without notice.

R.O.R.= RATES ON REQUEST op= OPEN -----= NOT QUOTING N/A= NOT AVAILABLE

May 9, 2016. Prepared By Fiscal Agents Financial Information Services 905.844.7700

OTHER FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

TRUST COMPANIES

ATB Financial 2.6 4 2.94 2.64 2.49 2.64 2.74

4.00op 4.00op 4.00op

Alterna Bank 2.35 4 2.85 2.09 2.59 2.74 2.58

6.30op 6.30op

Bank of Montreal 2.7 4 2.89 2.99 3.39 3.89 2.59

6.75op 6.75op

Bank of Nova Scotia 2.9 4.55 3.29 3.09 3.39 3.89 4.49

6.45op 6.50op

Canadian Western Bank 4 3.14 3.04 3.65 4.2 4.74

6.45op 6.30op

CIBC 2.7 2.84 2.79 2.44 4.09 4.79

6.95op 6.35op

Equitable Bank 3.14 3.04 3.65 4.39 4.64

ICICI Bank Canada 2.75 2.84 2.84 2.84 2.89 2.89

Manulife Bank 2.6 4.45 3 2.94 2.84 2.79 2.89

3.20op

National Bank n/a 4.4 3.14 3.04 3.39 2.74 2.84

6.70op 6.70op

President’s Choice Finan 2.70 2.79 3.34 3.99 4.44

Royal Bank 2.6 3.14 2.39 2.44 4.39 4.64

6.75op 6.75op

TD Canada Trust 2.6 2.99 2.84 2.29 3.89 2.69

6.30op

Tangerine 2.7 3.19 3.24 3.49 3.69 3.79

Community Trust n/a 6.5 3.14 3.25 3.95 4.39 4.64

Effort Trust n/a 4.45 3.35 3.5 3.7 4.3 4.35

6.30op 6.30op

Home Trust Company 2.35 3.95 2.69 2.14 2.34 2.59 2.64

Investors Group Trust n/a 4.2 3.14 3.09 3.39 3.89 2.74

6.50op 6.30op

MTCC 2.9 4.55 3.29 3.09 3.39 3.89 4.49

6.45op 6.50op

Alterna Savings 2.35 4 2.85 2.09 2.59 2.74 2.58 6.30op 6.30op Comtech Credit Union 2.45 6.2 2.84 2.89 2.95 2.99 2.89 6.40op 6.30op First National Fin. LP 3.1 2.29 2.24 2.49 2.64 2.69IC Savings 2.7 4.25 2.89 2.79 2.89 2.95 2.89 6.50op 6.50op London Life n/a 4.2 3.14 3.09 3.39 3.89 4.74 6.50op 6.30op Luminus Financial 3.25 3.25 3.2 3.65 4 4.5 6.25op Meridian Credit Union 2.4 4 2.84 2.79 2.64 3.89 2.49 6.30op PACE Savings & C.U. 5 2.99 2.69 3.49 3.99 4.64 6.70op 6.30op Parama Credit Union 2.65 2.8 2.85 2.95 3.05 3.15 2.95op Steinbach Credit Union 2.25 2.45 2.55 2.55 2.65 2.65

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