Staging Your Bathroom

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Sunday, June 2, 2019

Create a spa-like feel when staging your bathroom which is especially important when readying your property for lease. You can take a few simple and easy steps to make your bathroom more appealing without breaking the bank.Most people like new or renovated bathrooms, a...

Hanging Artwork

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Friday, May 31, 2019

Before you start hammering, read this…1. Start Prepping – Take stock of what you wish to display and decide where you wish to hang. There are no rules whether you choose one piece or an arrangement.2. Arrange it all on the floor befor...

Rental Scams – Update from Citysearch – June 2019

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Thursday, May 30, 2019

Alert… there are many fraudulent rental scams that pique the interest of many as often they seem too good to be true. There are some tell-tale signs to watch out for. Many scammers will create fraudulent classified ads for available rental units in ar...

Design Movements - By Javier Martinez

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Monday, April 1, 2019

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...

Maximize your ROI

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Saturday, December 1, 2018

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...

Cannabis Act

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Monday, October 15, 2018

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 ...

“Rent Control: Why It Doesn’t Work”

Posted By CitysearchCalgary on Wednesday, January 24, 2018

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. “...

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...