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Calgary ranked No. 1 in international survey for real estate investment
Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2025 ranks Calgary as the top real estate investment destination due to significant population growth and interprovincial migration. The city saw a record 24,369 housing starts in 2024, with rents expected to rise by 3.4% in 2025. Despite a high downtown office vacancy rate of 30.3%, efforts are underway to…
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New Taxes and Increases Coming to Alberta in 2025 | your*realtor
Starting Jan. 1, a provincial vaping tax will raise product prices by ↑ ~20% in Alberta. In early 2025, electric vehicle owners will pay a $200 provincial tax upon registration.
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Council to mull property tax exemptions for non-profit housing providers
A proposed bylaw in Calgary aims to exempt non-profit housing providers from taxes on below-market units, effective in 2026. This initiative follows recommendations from the city's housing strategy and recent provincial legislation. The community development committee has endorsed the proposal, which would reduce operating costs for non-profits and support equity-deserving populations. Eligible properties must be…
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Historic Rise: Calgary Property Values Climb 15% | your*realtor
Calgary’s housing market remains strong, with robust sales reflecting high confidence in real estate. Property assessment values for 2025 total $442 billion, a $55 billion increase from last year.
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Happy Family Day | your*realtor
In some families, it’s a day to spend time playing in the snow, building snowmen, or having snowball fights. Some families take advantage of the long weekend to have a "staycation" and enjoy the activities in their own city or town. Take advantage of this wonderful time of year to reinforce your family bonds. Wishing…
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Calgary’s Downtown Office Vacancy Progress | your*realtor
Calgary's downtown office vacancy rate dropped from 25% in early 2023 to 23.3% by the end of the year. The oil and gas downturn caused layoffs, affecting industries, leading to prolonged high downtown office vacancies.
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Happy Valentine’s Day | your*realtor
Valentine’s Day occurs every February 14 around the world, and candy, flowers and gifts are exchanged between loved ones, all in the name of St. Valentine Valentine greetings were popular as far back as the Middle Ages, though written Valentine’s didn’t begin to appear until after 1400. By the middle of the 18th, it was…
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What Home Insurance Covers in Alberta | your*realtor
Why Buy Home Insurance? Protects your residence and contents. Covers losses Often required by mortgage lenders. Risks of Not Having Insurance Pay out-of-pocket for damages. Breach mortgage agreements. Difficulties in selling damaged homes.
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City-owned land sale expected to create 387 new affordable homes in Calgary
Calgary has sold five parcels of land below cost to enhance affordable housing supply, enabling the construction of nearly 400 new homes. Selected providers include Onward Homes, Siksika Off-Reserve Affordable Housing, Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary, and Liberty Housing Organization. The city prioritizes Indigenous organizations and offers up to four years for construction. This initiative…
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Calgary’s Housing Shift: Rising Homeownership | your*realtor
Calgary transitions from single-family homes to more multi-family units, with new condo ownership opportunities rising in 2025. Lower interest rates and mortgage changes encourage more first-time buyers, shifting the focus from renting to owning.