by Chiyoko Kakino | May 9, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Guest Columns
The real estate industry sees constant change, from the ups and downs of the market to the new faces in brokerages and on bus benches. One of the most noticeable changes I’ve seen is in the diversity of our brokerage leaders. Over the decades, more and more...
by Kate Teves | May 8, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Guest Columns
The real estate industry can be an exciting and rewarding career path, but it can also be a high-stress and demanding field. With the drastic fluctuations we experienced in 2022 many agents and brokers are still recovering from stress and battling subsequent burnout. ...
by Ted Greenhough | May 5, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Columnists
In my local market, Calgary, we are experiencing the lowest inventory levels since 2006, with absorption rates well over 100 per cent (less than a single month of inventory) in many segments. This means every decent property listed at a reasonable price gets snapped...
by Alan Carson | May 4, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Columnists
Wet basements are one of the most common house issues. While they have the potential to do some damage to a home, they can also really mess up a real estate transaction. The good news is that water intrusion doesn’t have to kill a deal. Before we discuss the...
by Lisa Lagace | May 2, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Sales & Marketing
Home design trends change quickly. By the time you finish a renovation, a new trend can already be on the rise. This is why designers are such helpful teammates to have in your corner when it comes to selling a home. They know where the trends are moving well before...
by Andrew Fogliato | Apr 25, 2023 | Advice for Agents, Sales & Marketing
“If you’re buying, selling, investing or renting, just give me a call. I’m always happy to help!” I’ve seen variations of that ad hundreds (thousands?) of times in my career across different mediums. People rarely respond to them. You...