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Design Movements - By Javier Martinez

Javier Martinez of FRAME Interior Design Studio has prepared an article on design movements. Javier and his team recently completely redesigned an Eau Claire Penthouse which we are featuring in this newsletter and it is available to lease.Looking for tips on how to make your home...
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Maximize your ROI

When it comes to rental properties, higher rents are often a solution for increased profits at a quick glance…. however, this is not always the case. In most cases, the primary goal of a property owner is to maximize return on investment (ROI). Investors and property owne...
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Cannabis Act

Cannabis is set to be legalized in Canada on October 17, 2018. Many Calgary home owners and renters, in both single family homes and in condominiums, are wondering how this will impact local Real Estate laws, insurance, and rights of landlords and tenants.While cannabis will be ...
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“Rent Control: Why It Doesn’t Work”

The following information was contained in an email completed by Deloitte LP and posted on the CRRA website. It was sent to MLA’s and Ministers by Landlords in response to the Private Members Bill. Almost 1,000 emails were sent by Alberta residential landlords. “...
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A new year, a new start…

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...
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6 Holiday Tricks to Try Now!

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...
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December’s Message from Lisa

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...
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Tips for Buying Your First Investment Property

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

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...
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CRRA Notice: Security Deposit Interest Rate for 2018

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...