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Poly B Plumbing: What Homeowners, Condominium Boards, and Buyers Need to Know

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, March 12, 2026

Across Canada—and particularly in Alberta—polybutylene plumbing, commonly referred to as Poly B, continues to be a topic of discussion for homeowners, condominium boards, insurers, and real estate professionals. While it was widely installed between the late 1970s and...

Elevators, Escalators, and Safety in Alberta: What Owners and Property Managers Must Know About AEDA...

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Across Alberta’s residential and commercial buildings, elevators, escalators, lifts, and moving walkways quietly perform thousands of trips every day. From high-rise condominiums in downtown Calgary to suburban residential towers and mixed-use developments, vertical transpo...

From Office Towers to Homes: Inside Calgary’s HAT @ NINTH Conversion and the Future of Downtown Li...

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Downtown Calgary’s transformation continues to gain momentum as another major office-to-residential conversion opens its doors to residents. The project, known as HAT @ NINTH, has officially begun welcoming tenants to its newly completed rental suites, marking another miles...

Vendor Management Best Practices for Property Management Companies

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Routine Maintenance, Emergency Response, and Preparing Homes for TenancyIn professional property management, vendors are an extension of the management company itself. Electricians, plumbers, cleaners, landscapers, restoration specialists, painters, and contractors play a critica...

Short-Term Rental Owners Beware

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Tuesday, March 10, 2026

New Federal Tax Rules Can Strip Your Expense Deductions for Non-ComplianceShort-term rental properties have become a significant part of Canada’s housing and tourism landscape. From downtown condos listed on Airbnb to secondary suites in suburban neighbourhoods, many proper...

Tenant Exit Tactics: What Quebec and Alberta Landlords Must Know About Lease Transfers, Assignments,...

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Sunday, March 8, 2026

When a tenant says, “I want to transfer my lease” or “I need to break my lease,” your response shouldn’t be emotional — it should be strategic.But strategy only works if you understand the legislation governing you.In Canada, residential tenanc...

Alberta’s Data Centre Boom: What the TransAlta Partnership Signals for the Province’s Energy and...

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Friday, March 6, 2026

Alberta is entering a new phase of economic development—one that blends its long-standing strength in energy production with the rapidly growing demand for digital infrastructure. A recently announced partnership involving TransAlta, the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board...

Realtor Guide to Tenanted Properties in Alberta

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, March 5, 2026

Key Questions and Answers for Realtors, Landlords and TenantsReal estate transactions involving tenants require a practical understanding of Alberta’s Residential Tenancies Act. Once a property is leased, the tenant has a legal right to reasonable enjoyment of the premises....

Secondary Suites and Calgary’s Changing Housing Landscape

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, March 5, 2026

Why Basement Suites and Carriage Homes Are Becoming a Key Part of the City’s Housing FutureCalgary’s housing market has been undergoing significant change over the past decade. Population growth, economic migration, and affordability pressures have all contributed to ...

Final Offer in Real Estate

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, March 5, 2026

What It Means, Who Is Using It, and Why It’s Changing NegotiationsIn competitive real estate markets, strategy often determines outcome. One negotiation approach that has gained attention in recent years — particularly in higher-demand urban centres — is the &ld...