A new year, a new start…

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Sunday, January 7, 2018

A Message from Lisa…It is the beginning of a brand-new start… I love January for that reason.The most recent release of CMHC’s Fall Calgary Rental Market Report indicates there was an improvement in the rental market during 2017; although marginal, the vacancy...

6 Holiday Tricks to Try Now!

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Wednesday, December 20, 2017

Spread cheer all around the house with six easy stylist tricks1. Craft Upcycled Gift TagsSome holiday cards are too pretty or nostalgic just to toss. Give them a second life by turning them into graphic gift tags (and keep the written note intact). Use a large circle punch to cre...

December’s Message from Lisa

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, December 14, 2017

On behalf of all my colleagues here at Citysearch, it is our pleasure to wish you Happy Holidays. Enjoy celebrating the holidays with your friends and family and be sure to keep warm. The Farmer’s Almanac for December is calling for below average temperatures and above...

Tips for Buying Your First Investment Property

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Tuesday, November 21, 2017

“Property investment is an exciting business or side hustle that has a high income potential. You see it on HGTV and read about it in business and financial news, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Especially as a first-time investor, who’s new to rules, reg...

Tenants Have More Choice Than Ever Before In Ca...

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, November 16, 2017

Below is an excerpt from the Calgary Sun explaining the current real estate market. It describes that tenants have more choice than ever as the supply of properties is quite high due to unfavorable market conditions for selling. Read below to see why you should call Citysearch to...

CRRA Notice: Security Deposit Interest Rate for 2018

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Sunday, November 5, 2017

The notice dated November 1, 2017 from the Calgary Residential Rental Association states:“The rate of interest to be paid on tenant security deposits by landlords, effective January 1, 2018, is 0%. Landlords must pay interest to their tenants annually at the end of each ten...

Rental Property Upgrades That Will Pay Off!

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, November 2, 2017

Are you interested in upgrades that will help you get more monthly income for your single-family properties? We visited Capitalist Creations and other sites to gather some great suggestions about well-considered repairs and maintenance that can increase the value of your ren...

How to Avoid Being the Victim of a Rental Scam

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Wednesday, October 25, 2017

6 Ways to Avoid Being the Victim of a Rental ScamSo, you’ve found the perfect rental unit in your desired location. It has all of the amenities that you’re looking for, and then some…but could this sweet deal be too good to be true?Most scammers will create fra...

Winter is Coming… Here’s How to Prepare!

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Wednesday, October 18, 2017

According to the Insurance Information Institute, property losses caused by snow, ice and freezing temperatures come in third on the list of catastrophic losses caused by weather behind hurricanes and tornadoes. Consider these tips to avoid your property becoming an insuranc...

CREB Market Update and September Statistics

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Sunday, October 1, 2017

CREB Market Update and September Stats Package. Inventory increases and sales drop in September, but overall sales for the year remain higher than last yearStrong gains in the first-half of 2017 has put the Calgary year-to-date sales at seven per cent above last years’...