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table of contents
Apr 4 – May 2, 2014 volume 17 issue 04
11 Cardel
Lifestyles
offers condos on the Ridge in Cranston
columns, news & features 010 editor’s note Columnists
016 Saving Space Go Green with your spring clean by sylvia daoust
020 calgaryism Calgary ranks second for best places to live in 2014 by cody battershill
022 contemplating condominiums Noise: An uncommon condo complaint by linda palfi
048 The Homebuying Process Things to consider before buying a new home by Donna Moore
074 Make Your Move Prepare for the unexpected By Chuck Resnick
Condo features
011 cover story Cardel Lifestyles offers condos on the Ridge in Cranston BY heather ryan
018 condo profile Homes by Avi presents three stylish Street Towns projects BY heather ryan
032 Home Sweet Home For Sale: An objective approach to an emotional decision
026 condo profile Buyers can live large in Assured’s new Courtyard Lofts
046 quick tips The seasonal switch up: Make way for spring
064 condo profile Villas at Watermark offer luxury, lifestyle and spectacular mountain views
by Lydia McNutt
by hellen buttigieg
BY heather ryan
BY heather ryan
Homebuyers’ Help
028 Avi Urban Release of final six townhomes at The Block 030 Housing update No bubble to burst in Canada’s housing market 038 SAM Awards Best of 2013’s residential building industry recognized at annual awards ceremony 043 Marketplace Fresh inspiration By Sara Duck
052 Streetside Newest offering takes multi-family living to new heights! 054 Money Matters How to get out of debt By Gail Vaz-Oxlade
058 Designer Advice South Beach style By Yanic Simard
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Springtime’s longer days and warmer weather mean home shoppers will be out in full force. Visiting sales offices and showsuites is not only inspirational, it gives you a sense of what the market has to offer and an opportunity to get the facts straight. It’s important to be clear about what you want and expect in a new condo and in your builder before you start shopping. Remember, prices in the new-home market generally reflect differences in location, features and home styles. If a builder’s pricing seems out of whack with others in the area, ask for an explanation. It could mean better-quality materials, finishings, features and service. It is also important you understand what is included with the condo you are buying and what is optional. Ask the sales representative to show you samples, and request a “spec” sheet that clearly lists what is included and what your upgrade options are. Evaluate any promises that have been made, and find out if the builder is prepared to put them in writing. Check the facts, check the figures, and say “yes” when you are sure about the builder and the condo. You should feel confident and comfortable about the choices you have made. Eliminate surprises and disappointments. Sit down with your sales rep, ask questions and discuss your Agreement of Purchase and Sale in detail with a lawyer before it’s finalized. You can make a wise buying decision that offers you peace of mind.
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Whether you’re doing it for environmental reasons or economic ones, there are many benefits to going Green and lucky for you, new condominiums enjoy an integrated eco-friendly factor. Newly constructed homes and condos are the best opportunity to enjoy all the latest eco features built right in. If going Green is important to you, shop around and learn what each builder offers. Not only will you be doing your part to protect the environment, but the Green benefits also extend to your wallet in the form of lower operating costs, and higher resale value when you choose to sell the place one day. Ever-evolving building codes, sustainable construction practices and eco-friendly materials allow you to reduce your carbon footprint without even lifting a finger. Now, think about all the little things you can actively do, day to day, that make a big difference to the planet. Be passive – using less does more than you think! Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent ones to reduce energy consumption, or ask your builder to install low-flow shower heads and faucets in place of the standard fixtures. Once you make that initial change, you won’t give it a second thought. Green products and materials have become more accessible and affordable. Check for municipal, provincial and federal rebates to help ease any financial burden associated with taking the eco approach. Going Green is not just a popular trend, it’s a lasting lifestyle.
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cover story
Cardel Lifestyles offers condos
on the Ridge in Cranston // By Heather Ryan
With stunning views of the Rockies and the Bow
River Valley and being just steps away from Fish Creek Park, condo buyers are loving the opportunity to live on the ridge in Cranston. Crafted by Cardel Lifestyles, Cranston Ridge is already earning high marks from buyers who adore the fabulous views, premier location and an affordable price starting at $189,900 plus GST. Cranston Ridge consists of five, four-storey buildings with apartment-style condos and 15 townhomes nestled
next to two tot lots and estate ridge homes. Across the street, residents can access pathways that lead to the ridge and link to Fish Creek Park. “For condo buyers it’s all about location, location, location,” says Cardel Lifestyles’ sales and marketing manager Brad Logel. “Cranston is a dynamic, wellestablished community with pathways, parks, schools, shops, services, coffee shops and restaurants. Cranston hits every check mark, and who doesn’t want to live in a finished community where everything is already there? newcondoguide.com | Volume 17 issue 04 | NEW Condo Guide 11
“This location is 10 out of 10 and we’re really excited about being able to offer an affordable condo development in a location that provides awesome views and allows people to enjoy the natural beauty of the river valley,” he says. The location is one of the key reasons why sales have taken off at Cranston Ridge. The response has been so strong that Cardel is gearing up to launch sales in the second building on April 19. “Our sales are going very well in building one and we’re thrilled to be starting construction on it this spring, so the time is right to launch the second building,” Logel says. Cranston Ridge offers buyers are great selection of plans including Cardel’s most popular
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Condo buyers want convenient living, and Cranston Ridge gives them that with close proximity to so many amenities plan, a 897-sq.-ft., two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite, along with its 654-sq.-ft. anniversary two-bedroom, one-bathroom suite and some larger two-bedroom, two-bathroom corner suites ranging up to 1,038 sq. ft. Cardel has also designed the suites in Cranston Ridge to feel brighter and bigger than ever before by adding nine-ft. ceilings, and eight-ft. wide sliding-glass doors with transom windows above and extra-large windows. A new feature on the exterior is Hardie Board siding, “which looks great, and means less maintenance and improved safety,” Logel says. As well, buyers enjoy high-quality standard features including: patios, balconies, six appliances, a storage locker, and underground or surface parking. Buyers also love that they can personalize their suites with four fresh colour choices, and they have the opportunity to upgrade with many features such as hardwood floors and air conditioning. Buyers will also benefit from Cardel Lifestyles’ “industry-leading low deficiencies,” exceptional customer service, high-quality construction and its amazing sound attenuation. As an added bonus, residents can enjoy Cranston’s community centre – the 22,000-sq.-ft. Century Hall which includes banquet facilities and a gymnasium, as well as its seven-acre park featuring an outdoor hockey rink, splash park, tennis and basketball courts, and playground.
“Condo buyers want convenient living, and Cranston Ridge gives them that with close proximity to so many amenities,” Logel says, noting that existing amenities in Cranston are minutes away, and residents have easy access to the South Calgary Hospital, more amenities at nearby Seton, and Deerfoot and Stoney Trails. The location will also offer future access to Deerfoot Trail off Cranston Gate, and a future small commercial site is just to the south, giving residents local conveniences. To learn more about Cranston Ridge, visit the showsuites at Cardel’s Cranston Place, 302 Cranston Rd. S.E., which are open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m.; and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m. Call 403.457.2670 or visit cardelcondos.com. newcondoguide.com | Volume 17 issue 04 | NEW Condo Guide 13
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Saving Space
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re you ready to clear some space and organize your home? It’s that time of year, and spring cleaning is definitely on everyone’s mind. Filling a vehicle with items you’re ready to part with is the easy part. But finding a home for the excess can be difficult for an eco-conscious person. Turn your spring clean Green with these eco-organizing tips: 1| Reducing the volume of material entering your home means you’ll waste a lot less time sorting through paper piles and knick knacks collecting dust on your shelves. Sylvia Daoust, owner of Niche Small Space reDesign, is one of Calgary’s only professional organizers with expertise in small spaces. She is renowned for simplifying homes and offices with mini renovations, redesigned rooms and tricky organization projects. Join her blog, nicheredesign.com/blog/ where smart solutions transform challenging spaces every week! Follow Sylvia on Facebook.com/nichedesignsinc and Twitter@SylviaDaoust.
2 | When you need to purchase storage products, be aware of what you choose to consume. Is it a recycled or biodegradable product? Do you need to buy all new products, or is it be possible to find what you need at a local thrift store?
Upcycling is all about taking discarded items and creating something useful from them. It’s an even Greener method of recycling. Get out your DIY kit and think of innovative ways to bring new life to your junk. Think outside the box when searching for unused items in your home. Re-purposing will bring new life to old belongings. Reusing will save you money and reduce the volume of trash going to the landfill.
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4 | When you are ready to say goodbye to unused stuff, resist the urge to throw everything in the garbage. You may be surprised at how much can be recycled. As they say, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure!
Upcycling is all about taking discarded items and creating something useful from them. It’s an even Greener method of recycling. Get out your DIY kit and think of innovative ways to bring new life to your junk.
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If you have unique items you want to donate but don’t know where to go, check with a local member of the Professional Organizers in Canada (organizersincanada.com) to provide you with a list of options. Your beautiful graduation dress donated to Cinderella Project (cinderellaproject.ca) may make a young girl’s dream of going to prom come true! A generous organization, such as Habitat for Humanity (habitatsouthernab.ca), will take lumber, doors and even plumbing supplies off your hands. The resources are endless, which makes the decision to recycle rather than toss in the trash a whole lot easier! 16 NEW Condo Guide | Volume 17 issue 04 | newcondoguide.com
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Homes by Avi presents three stylish Street Towns projects
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// By Heather Ryan
ondo buyers who desire a stylish, well-designed home that has everything they need at an affordable price point are thrilled to discover three fabulous Street Towns projects. Homes by Avi is building a total of 72 Street Towns in Mahogany, which have proven so popular the first phase is almost sold out with an additional 72 units being released later this year, plus 60 Street Towns in Sunset Ridge Cochrane and 55 in Legacy. “The Street Towns are very popular because you have the flexibility of a single-family home with everything included such as a private yard and garage yet there are no condo fees,” says Karl Bursnell, sales manager for Homes by Avi. “They offer a complete package so we have quite a few young professionals looking to enter the real estate market and want a comfortable, inviting home to start their families. We also have those wanting to downsize, but still desire some extra space for entertaining their friends and family members, and a private yard.” Street Towns wow buyers, as they come with so many incredible features that people desire such as a rear detached garage, full landscaping, a deck or patio, fenced yard, laminate flooring, low-E windows and energyefficient appliances including the washer and dryer. The large kitchens serve up plenty of delectable features including granite countertops, an abundance of cabinets, full-height tile backsplash and stainless steel appliances that include fridge, stove, built-in dishwasher and over-the-range microwave with hood fan.
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As an added bonus, buyers can personalize their home by choosing from different colour packages, and they have the opportunity to select upgrades such as hardwood flooring. Buyers can also choose between a three-bedroom design that features a master bedroom with walk-in closet and ensuite, two secondary bedrooms and a full bathroom, or a dual master design each with walk-in closets and ensuites. “There are four new main floor plans in Legacy, which is a new product line that we are debuting, and we’re really excited to open on April 12,” says marketing
These models offer a bright and openconcept main floor plan and come with a basement that is ready for development to increase your living space manager Laurel Lapointe. “Both Mahogany and Sunset Ridge have five main floor plans to choose from.” The Legacy Street Towns range from 1,280 to 1,386 sq. ft., while the Mahogany and Sunset Ridge Street Towns range from 1,171 to 1,296 sq. ft. The homes all offer an affordable price point starting in the low to mid-$300,000s. “These models offer a bright and open-concept main floor plan and come with a basement that is ready for development to increase your living space,” Lapointe says.
“With the Street Towns, we have redefined townhome living. We offer the benefit of having the entire package available to our buyers – the home, the yard and the garage – without the hassle of condo fees and having to answer to a condo board. You have the freedom to plant a garden if you wish in the privacy of your own backyard,” she says. “Our customers love that our Street Towns are turnkey – we take care of all the details in the home so you can move in and enjoy!” For more information on the Street Towns by Homes by Avi, visit the sales centres: Sunset Ridge, located at 12 Sunrise View, Cochrane; Mahogany, located at 5 Marine Dr. S.E.; and Legacy, which will be opening in April at 42 Legacy Blvd. S.E. All the sales centres are open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m.; and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m. You can also learn more about the Street Towns by visiting homesbyavi.com. 19
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CALGARY RANKS SECOND for Best Places to Live in 2014 HOW MONEYSENSE DOES IT…
Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at Re/Max House of Real Estate. Born and raised in Calgary, Cody has a passion for helping his clients accomplish their real estate goals and loves to show off the best Calgary has to offer! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, on Twitter @Calgaryism and Calgaryism.ca
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here are the best places to live in Canada? According to MoneySense, Calgary is at the top of the list as the city has ranked second place for 2014, down from first the previous year. You are probably wondering what place has managed to oust Calgary as the best. Well, see for yourself below – here are MoneySense Magazine’s Top 10 best places to live in Canada 2014:
So, how does MoneySense find these rankings anyway? I mean, I love living in Calgary – was born and raised in this city as a matter of fact – and have always thought that it is the best place to live in Canada. As a fully fledged supporter of my hometown through my Facebook page, Calgaryism, surely there are people just like me in other Canadian cities, towns and villages who feel the same way about the place they live, that is for sure! This is something that MoneySense Magazine completely understands; each to their own. By no means can these rankings take into account the nearness of family and friends and other personal preferences, but what can be examined are statistics that lead to a reasonable presumption as to where the best places to live actually are. MoneySense looks at 34 different categories in the Best Places to Live 2014. Some include: Weather
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Another important method was comparing places with similar populations instead of weighing small towns against large cities for example, as there could be great differences in the categories listed above due to several factors. In other words, places were ranked against their peers – see the categories below… Small city – population below 100,000 Medium city – population between 100,000 and 400,000 Large city – population over 400,000
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Linda Palfi is a condominiumspecialist realtor with Discover Real Estate. She has overseen many condo projects as the chair of her condo board, and is a member of the professional standards committee at the Calgary Real Estate Board. Further articles and her Calgary Condo Directory can be found online at CondosInCalgary.com. Call Linda for more information at 403.998.7732
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not a common condo complaint Here’s an excerpt from the province’s standard condo bylaws: “An owner shall not make or permit noise in or about any (condo) unit or the common property which, in the opinion of the Board, is a nuisance or unreasonably interferes with the use and enjoyment of a unit or the common property by any other owner or occupant.” Happily, modern condominium construction often heads off daily noise problems at the pass with better-quality construction than renters have in similar developments. Many condo buildings today are concrete, with poured-in-place concrete floors covered with sound-absorbing material, and then either hardwood floors, or underlay and carpet. Even in wood-frame construction, floors are often I beam-style joist construction packed with insulation, overlayed with a wood subfloor, then a thin layer of concrete poured over top, and finally the finishing floor material. Check into the construction before you buy! Even so, some of us will want to live with – hopefully – quieter older neighbours. In that case, some condo projects have age restrictions registered on property titles, so no one under age 25, 40 or even 55 may live in the building. Realtors can guide you to luxurious new projects with such restrictions, although some older and more established condominium developments are age restricted and are very affordable. But watch out. With the Rolling Stones (and fans) today qualifying by age to live anywhere, you may occasionally be singing along with the neighbours, “I can’t get no…satisfaction.”
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iscerning buyers are discovering they can live large at two distinctive urban projects that are meeting a void in Calgary’s inner city marketplace. Assured Communities, which has been creating boutique multifamily projects for more than 25 years, is presenting Courtyard Lofts at both Mission 34 and the newly launched ALEX Courtyard Lofts, that are leading a new trend and proving to be an overwhelming hit with buyers. “Courtyard Lofts are a hybrid between apartment condos and townhomes or duplexes, because they offer well-appointed bi-level residences and semi-private outdoor living spaces combined with a main lobby entrance and secure
underground parking,” says Adrian Fabro, co-founder and executive vicepresident of Assured. “They are a stepping stone for people who want the convenience and security of a condo lifestyle, but the more gracious feel of living on two levels with outdoor space to relax and entertain. “They appeal to professional couples and singles who desire more space than their 700-sq.-ft. condo, but may not require or be willing to pay for larger townhomes or duplexes in the inner-city that start at 1,600 or 1,700 sq. ft. and price from the high six figures. “Courtyard Lofts range from 900 to 1,100-plus sq. ft. priced below $500,000, so they offer an irresistible value for urban two-storey living,” Fabro says. “They’re definitely filling a gap. It’s an emerging product segment in today’s market and we’re clearly at the forefront.” Assured’s Courtyard Lofts have been extremely well received by buyers. They have outsold the project as a whole at Mission 34, which encouraged Assured to continue the product line at ALEX Courtyard Lofts in South Calgary. ALEX’s buyer reaction has been even more impressive where, during the first week of sales in mid-March, 30 per cent of the 17 ALEX Courtyard Lofts were sold.
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“The response has been a surprise to us, but it makes sense,” Fabro says. ALEX Courtyard Lofts average 1,100 sq. ft. and are cleverly designed with modern interiors that are made bright and airy due to the nine-ft. ceilings on both floors, extra-large windows, over-height doors and large terraces – allowing buyers to “live larger” than the size would suggest. The well-appointed interiors feature high-end standards that include quartz countertops, engineered hardwood floors, natural gas fireplaces, and stainless steel appliances including a gas range. The kitchens also serve up islands with eating bars, full-height glass tile backsplashes, textured laminate cabinets and upgraded fixtures and lighting. Other great standard features include all window coverings, second-floor laundry with front-loading washer and dryer, and a gas line hookup for the barbecue on the terrace. Both Mission 34 and ALEX Courtyard Lofts offer great locations in well-established communities that are close to shops, services and dining venues in Mission, Uptown 17 and trendy Marda Loop. Both projects have a wide range of amenities and local conveniences within walking distance, and Mission 34 is just a short walk to the 39th Avenue LRT. ALEX is in a Car2Go zone and because of the location and transportation options, ALEX purchasers can forego underground parking and receive dramatically reduced pricing.
Mission 34 is a joint venture between Assured and Calgary Urban Equities/CUE Creative Services located in Parkhill at 98 Mission Rd. S.W. ALEX Courtyard Lofts is a collaboration between Assured and Jenkins Architecture located in South Calgary at 1611 28th Ave. S.W. For more information on ALEX, visit the new sales centre at 2719 14th Street S.W., open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 7 p.m.; weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m. Call 403.452.2787 or visit liveatALEX.com. Mission 34’s sales centre is at 98 Mission Rd. S.W. and has the same hours of operation. Call 403.243.8399 or visit mission34.ca.
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final six townhomes at The Block Avi Urban has just released the final six townhomes at their boutique building, The Block, on 17th Avenue. With construction fully underway, the townhomes will be ready for spring 2014 move-ins and are now available for private tours. Starting in the $590’s, townhomes at The Block range from 1,500 to 1,675 sq. ft. and offer incredible living space just steps away from 17th Avenue in Lower Mount Royal. These three-storey townhomes feature a double-car attached garage, open-concept main floor, and two master bedrooms. Homes are also zoned for live/work which lets homeowners make the home their own by creating a multi-purpose space. “Avi Urban is proud of the relaunch of the live/work townhomes at The Block. It has been a long time getting to a point where we have felt ready to show our product to the public but thankfully that time is upon us,” shares Charron Ungar, president of Avi Urban. “The rarity of the opportunity to own live/work combined with the stellar location and architectural presence offered by The Block should mean that demand will be quite strong. I hope to see these spaces go to innovative, community-focused urbanites looking to live and work within their own distinctive neighbourhood.” Located at 9A Street and 17th Avenue, The Block is a unique collection of townhomes and apartments in a boutique four-storey building. Homes at The Block also offer stylish interior finishes, including engineered hardwood floors, tile flooring and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, Echo wood cabinetry and brightly coloured front doors. In addition to the townhomes, the development also consists of 48 oneand two-bedroom apartments ranging from 650 1,000 sq. ft., which are now sold out.
With spring fast approaching, the first homeowners will begin to move into their new homes at The Block. Private tours of the townhomes can be booked by calling 403.536.7238 or by emailing theblock@homesbyavi.com. More information can be found online at liveattheblock.com.
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of affordability are the ratio of mortgage payments to rents and mortgage payments to incomes, and neither presents much cause for alarm about a housing bubble. In addition, Canadian employment continues to increase, albeit modestly, and the national population is growing. In general, housing starts are in line with demographic requirements, and markets do not appear to be overbuilt. Total housing starts in Canadian cities with at least 10,000 residents ended 2013 at just below 170,000 units. Although down from nearly 194,000 starts in 2012, this is in line with Canada’s 25-year average. Furthermore, a low proportion of Canadian mortgages are in arrears. As a result, a market downturn in Canada would not be amplified by a wave of “distressed” home sales, as occurred in the United States in the 2000s. Over the medium-term, a modest market correction, particularly in market segments in Ontario and Quebec as projected rising interest rates potentially crimp affordability, could produce a moderate decline in the national average housing price. Calgary’s resale market is approaching sellers’ conditions. Sales have not fallen on a year-over-year basis since April 2011, and price growth accelerated sharply last year.
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ell, it’s settled. We’re selling the house. My husband and I love our area, but we’re bursting at the seams. If only our house had a little more room – well, maybe two or three more rooms! – we’d never leave. If you’ve decided to make a move, your choice is likely the result of some other major milestone in your life. Maybe you’ve graduated from university and landed your dream job. Maybe you’re getting married and want to plant your roots. Perhaps, like my family, you’ve outgrown your current home.
An objective approach to an emotional decision
So, here we are: the “For Sale” sign is up and our schedule now revolves around showings – the bane of my existence. Strangers size up our home, sit on our sofa, scrutinize the decor, and snoop through the closets and cabinets. I wonder how many of these “prospective purchasers” are serious buyers versus browsers? And, well, everyone who walks through the front door has got to be the one, right? Boy, this is already taking a toll, and it’s just the beginning! Deciding to move is an emotional experience. The experts will tell you that you have to detach from the process. Think objectively. Leave your feelings at the door. But parting with something as personal as a home is easier said than done. Apart from emotions, a real estate transaction involves money – lots of it. This is probably the biggest and most complicated purchase you’ll make in your lifetime, so hiring qualified professionals who have been there, done that is key to a solid, successful, and hopefully, stress-free experience. Don’t think of it as spending money, rather as saving you hassle and avoiding mistakes that could cost you a bundle in the long run. Mortgage Broker The broker’s job is to find the best interest rate and terms. Aside from potentially saving you thousands in interest over the life of your mortgage, you don’t have to pay for this service. Sound too good to be true? Mortgage brokers are compensated by the lender who gets your business, so let them do the legwork while you reap the rewards. Real estate agent This is your guide, especially if you’ve never bought or sold a home. An agent can advise you on the best neighbourhoods and homes to meet your budget and lifestyle, and will negotiate on your behalf to get you the best deal on your buy. If you’re considering a DIY sale, how much time can you devote to marketing, showings and closing the deal? That alone is a full-time job, and you probably already have one of those. Real Estate lawyer Don’t skip this step in the interest of saving a few bucks – it’s a drop in the bucket, in the grand scheme of things. A home is an investment of hundreds of thousands of dollars, so do your due diligence. Home inspector The money pit is a scary reality many homebuyers jump right into, and one that can be avoided. A home inspector will identify components in your potential home that are missing, broken, unsafe and not up to code. While you may be tempted to forgo this condition of purchase – especially if you find yourself in a multiple offer – do so at your own risk! It can be difficult to think impartially about something as personal as a home, which can complicate things when it comes to pricing, staging and selling it. A professional, objective opinion certainly makes “detaching” a little easier. Pick up the next issue of New Condo Guide for more on my continuing saga of selling and buying a home.
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in 2013 at the annual SAM Awards. Now in its 27th year, the SAM Awards celebrate innovation and excellence in Calgary and the surrounding area. The winners will receive their awards at the SAM Awards Gala on Mar. 29, 2014 at the Telus Convention Centre. The top five entries in each category will be featured during the evening. “Once again, the new-home industry in Calgary continues to amaze,” says Shane Wenzel, co-chair of the SAM committee for CHBA – Calgary Region. “No matter the economy, no matter whether builders are busy, the industry puts out their best year after year. It’s that winning combination of value and innovation, excitement and quality, that makes the SAM Awards so coveted. When you have such a competitive industry like we have here in Calgary, everyone puts out their best – and the homebuyers are the winners.” A total of 776 entries were submitted by members competing for 57 awards in 10 different categories covering all aspects of the residential construction industry, from the sales professionals in the field to renovations, new neighbourhoods, marketing and advertising, and the new homes and condos themselves. The finalists are chosen through a thorough, detailed process that involves industry judges awarding points, which are then authenticated by an accounting firm. “These prestigious awards are taken very seriously by us and those in the industry,” says SAM Awards co-chair Wendy Going. “That’s why the competition is so well respected in the industry, and why homebuyers look for the SAM birds from the builders who have soared high enough to capture the silver goose. The winners are truly the best of the best in the Calgary region.” CHBA – Calgary Region presents the following SAM Awards categories (the number of awards in each category follows in brackets): Advertising & Marketing Awards (8), Developer Awards (4), Industry Achievement Awards (1), Multi-Family Awards (11), New Home Awards (14), Partner Awards (3),
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Renovator Awards (7), Sales Achievement Awards (2), Sales & Information Centre Awards (2), and the Grand SAM Awards (5). Grand SAM Awards are presented to the builders, renovators and partners who have demonstrated a superior achievement in design, sales, advertising and/or service. Here is a partial list of finalists. For a list of winners, pick up the next issue of New Condo Guide. Congratulations, and best of luck! ABOUT CHBA – Calgary Region
CHBA – Calgary Region is a notfor-profit organization with a membership of more than 640 companies representing all facets of new-home construction, from single- and multi-family builders, renovators and residential land developers, to trades, suppliers, and professional companies involved in home building. As many as 37,000 people work in the residential construction industry in the city. CHBA – Calgary Region’s vision: “We are the respected voice shaping the future of the home building industry.”
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ADVERTISING & MARKETING AWARDS Best Billboard (Indoor/ Outdoor) Sponsored by Prominent Homes Ltd. • Calbridge 2010 Ltd. Move In Date Guaranteed | Move-in-itus Billboard • Calbridge 2010 Ltd. Villas of Riverstone | Sales Trailer • Streetside Development Corporation The Edge – Pouring Money Away • Truman Homes Savoy • Truman Homes Westpoint Superboard Best Direct Mail Piece Sponsored by Stepper Custom Homes Inc. • Albi Homes Ltd. Galleria Invite • Icon Stone & Tile Simpler & Better Stone Program • Jayman Group of Companies Cochrane for Life, Jayman for a Lifetime • Sabal Homes LP SabalSmart – Beauty + Brains
• Soligo West Are you ready for Rubi Thursday? Best Print Ad Sponsored by Stonetile (Canada) Ltd. • Brookfield Residential Muskoka Auburn Bay • CUE Creative Services Ltd. DISTRICT – Condo Living Ad • Douglas Homes Ltd. Find Your Perfect Fit • Sabal Homes Multi-Family, a division of Sabal Homes LP Chalet No4 – You Complete Me • WestCreek Developments Ltd. Legacy – Calgary Herald “Wrap” Best Website Sponsored by Kon-Strux Developments Inc. • Jayman Group of Companies Jayman.com • Morrison Homes Morrison Website • Truman Homes Skymills • Watermark Development LP Watermark at Bearspaw Website
• WestCreek Developments Ltd. Legacy – Website
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Best Brochure Sponsored by Watermark Development LP • Albi Homes Ltd. Vistas Brochure • All Weather Windows Ltd. All Weather Windows Brochure • CUE Creative Services Ltd. DISTRICT – Project Sales Brochure • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. The Post - Brochure • Jayman Modus, a division of Jayman Group of Companies Ebony in Mahogany
Best Audio Media • Brad Remington Homes (2010) Ltd. I Love It, Mom – CFP II Fall Campaign • Morrison Homes Name Game • Shane Homes Ltd. Shane Homes and Kids Up Front • Truman Homes Christmas Bonanza – Skywest Condos • Truman Homes No Excuses
Best Moving Media Sponsored by Rockford Developments Inc. • Genesis Builders Group Inc. Canals Landing Show Home Grand Opening • Lux Windows and Glass Ltd. Lux – Brand Television Commercial • Mattamy Homes Cityscape Sales Video • The Remodelers Ltd. Remodel It! TV Promo
Janine Coughlin Marketing Campaign of the Year Sponsored by WALL2WALL Media Inc. • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. Who is Avi Urban? • Hopewell Residential Management LP Mahogany Lakefront Grand Opening • Jayman Group of Companies Cochrane for Life, Jayman for a Lifetime
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developer AWARDS Show Home Parade of the Year Sponsored by Sabal Homes LP • Brookfield Residential Riverstone – The Portage Series, Cranston, Calgary • Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. Artesia Show Home Parade, Artesia, DeWinton • Hopewell Residential Management LP LakeFront Show Home Parade, Mahogany, Calgary • Hopewell Residential Management LP LakeSide Show Home Parade, Mahogany, Calgary
• WestCreek Developments Ltd. Legacy Semi-Detached Show Home Parade, Legacy, Calgary Community of the Year – City of Calgary Sponsored by Homes by Avi (Calgary) Inc. • Brookfield Residential Auburn Bay, Calgary • Brookfield Residential Riverstone, Calgary • Genstar Development Company Walden, Calgary • Hopewell Residential Management LP Mahogany, Calgary • WestCreek Developments Ltd. Legacy, Calgary
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New Community of the Year Sponsored by Shane Homes Ltd. • Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. Artesia, DeWinton • WestCreek Developments Ltd. Legacy, Calgary Community of the Year – Calgary Region Sponsored by Shane Homes Ltd. • Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. Artesia, DeWinton • La Vita Land Inc. Fireside, Cochrane • Tamani Communities Riviera, Cochrane • Watermark Development LP Watermark at Bearspaw, Rocky View County
INDUSTRY ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS Best Innovation: Idea/ Product Sponsored by BFL Canada Insurance Services Inc. • Brookfield Residential Augmented Reality • Brookfield Residential Micro-Generation Project • Sabal Homes Multi-Family, a division of Sabal Homes LP Chalet No5 Sales Experience • Stepper Custom Homes Inc. Stepper Custom Homes Touchscreens • Stepper Custom Homes Inc. The Stepper Experience
MULTI-FAMILY COMMUNITY AWARDS Best Multi-Family Community Sponsored by Timber Tech Truss Inc. • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. The Enclave at Castle Keep, Calgary • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. Victoria Cross Terrace Homes, Currie Barracks, Calgary • Qualex-Landmark Western Inc. Calla by Qualex-Landmark, Beltline/Connaught, Calgary • Remington Development Corporation Champagne Building #1, Quarry Park, Calgary • Trico Homes Montreux Villas, Calgary
multi-family design awards Best New Design Apartment Style Condo up to 899 sq. ft. Sponsored by All Weather Windows Ltd. • Cardel Lifestyles The Panorama, 175 Panatella Hill NW, Calgary • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. Sawyer – Two Bedroom B, 175 Silverado Blvd. SW, Calgary • M2i Development Corporation 1912Cross 1 Bed 1 Bath + Flex, 63 Inglewood Park SE, Calgary • Qualex-Landmark Western Inc. Mark on Tenth – E Plan, 1120 – 10th Avenue SW, Calgary • Truman Homes 51 Oak – Unit A, 11 Mahogany Row SE, Calgary Best New Design Apartment Style Condo 900 sq. ft. and over Sponsored by Mattamy Homes • Jager Group of Companies The Guardian Paramount Suite 01, 1122 – 3rd Street SE, Calgary
• Jayman Modus, a division of Jayman Group of Companies H Penthouse at Overture, 2953 Battleford Ave. SW, Calgary • Jayman Modus, a division of Jayman Group of Companies J Penthouse at Overture, 2953 Battleford Ave. SW, Calgary • Qualex-Landmark Western Inc. Mark on Tenth – K Plan, 1120 – 10th Avenue SW, Calgary • The Statesman Group of Companies Ltd. Champagne Chardonnay, 1005, 16 Varsity Estates Circle NW, Calgary
Chalet No5 – A Plan, 105 Copperpond Villas SE, Calgary • Sabal Homes Multi-Family, a division of Sabal Homes LP Chalet No5 – B Plan, 656 Copperpond Blvd. SE, Calgary
Multi-family home awards Best Town Home – up to $294,999 Sponsored by CustomerInsight • Truman Homes Evolve Townhomes, 5 Skyview Point Heath NE, Calgary • Streetside Developments Evanston Square, 2208 Evanston Square NW, Calgary
Best New Design Villa/Duplex/Townhome 1,200 sq. ft. and over Sponsored by Renfrew Insurance Ltd. • Calbridge 2010 Ltd. The Sapphire, 2 Cranbrook Landing SE, Calgary • Calbridge 2010 Ltd. The Silverton, 4 Cranbrook Landing SE, Calgary • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. Edison – Auburn, 285 Walden Drive SE, Calgary • Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc. The Hudsen, 648 – 26th Avenue NW, Calgary • Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc. The Kelby, 732 – 26th Avenue NW, Calgary
Best Town Homes $295,000-$349,999 Sponsored by Superior Cabinets • Cardel Lifestyles Highwood 3, 203 Cranberry Park SE, Calgary • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. Yorkshire E, The Enclave at Castle Keep, 438 Ascot Circle SW, Calgary • Jayman Modus, a division of Jayman Group of Companies Serendipity II in Mint, #129 - 130 New Brighton Way SE, Calgary • Streetside Developments Evanston Square, 103 Evanston Square NW, Calgary
Best New Design Villa/Duplex/Townhome up to 1,199 sq. ft. Sponsored by All Weather Windows Ltd. • Genesis Builders Group Inc. The Roxbury, 58 Sage Meadows Terrace NW, Calgary • Homes by Avi Urban (2006) Inc. Edison – Scarlet, 285 Walden Drive SE, Calgary • Jayman Group of Companies - Jayman Modus The Esprit II, 211 Mahogany Way SE, Calgary • Sabal Homes Multi-Family, a division of Sabal Homes LP
Best Town Homes $350,000 and over Sponsored by Classic Kitchens & Cabinets Ltd. • Birchwood Properties Corp. The Bellevue, 322 Quarry Park Blvd. SE, Calgary • Brookfield Residential Harvest Mosaic: Crimson, 105 Cranford Wk. SE, Calgary • Brookfield Residential Harvest Mosaic: Slate, 107 Cranford Wk. SE, Calgary • Genesis Builders Group The Brownstones @ Sage Meadows, 57 Sage Meadows Terrace NW, Calgary
• Jayman Group of Companies The Westwynd in RiverReach, 12 Riviera Way, Cochrane Best Villa / Duplex – up to $349,999 Sponsored by United Drywall Ltd. • Beyond Homes Project b65, Private • Calbridge 2010 Ltd. The Willow, 1 Fireside Landing, Cochrane • Shane Homes Ltd. The Allee, 51 Legacy Gate SE, Calgary • Shane Homes Ltd. The Arbor II, 49 Legacy Gate SE, Calgary • Shane Homes Ltd. The Galea, 45 Legacy Gate SE, Calgary Best Villa / Duplex $350,000 and over Sponsored by I-XL Masonry Supplies Ltd. • Albi Homes Ltd. Vistas of Tuscany Unit 2, 347 Tuscany Estates Rise NW, Calgary • Albi Homes Ltd. Vistas of Tuscany Unit 3, 347 Tuscany Estates Rise NW, Calgary • Brookfield Residential Sequoia, Cranston Side-by-Side, 101 Cranford Way SE, Calgary • Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc. The Dawson, 2220 – 5th Street NW, Calgary • Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc. The Hudsen, 648 – 26th Avenue NW, Calgary Best Apartment-Style Condo Sponsored by NORR Architects Engineers Planners • Cardel Lifestyles Fish Creek, #112 - 102 Cranberry Park SE, Calgary • Remington Development Corporation Champagne Suite #402, Private
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• Remington Development Corporation Champagne Suite #403, Private • Remington Development Corporation Champagne Suite #405, Private • Truman Homes Skywest Building 2 – The Lamont, 3000 – 155 Skyview Ranch Way NE, Calgary
sales achievement awards Community Sales Team of the Year – Single Family Sponsored by Landmark Homes (Calgary) Inc. • Brookfield Residential Mary Mehri, Scott Kimmins, Elizabeth Graham – Auburn Bay • Cedarglen Homes Mike Dwyer – Auburn Bay • Jayman Group of Companies Grant Aberdeen, Mike Luciuk, Ana Lovric – Auburn Bay • Jayman Group of Companies Matthew Westman, Katie Schock – Auburn Bay • Mattamy Homes Karmela Novosel, Paula Roughton, Mark Verzyl – Cityscape • Mattamy Homes Trish Braun, Paula Roughton, Mark Verzyl – Windsong • Morrison Homes Ruth Dutton, Neil Dutton – Mahogany • Morrison Homes Paul Koski, Michele Cassady – Auburn Bay • Sabal Homes LP Peter Skolaude, Crystal Benner, Jesse Marshall, Stacy Johnson, Olja Uljarevic, Andrew Bogues - Mahogany • Sabal Homes LP Andrews Stevenson, Lauren Lahure, Monica Stevenson, Chantel Gogowich, Meagan Dolan - Copperf ield Project Sales Team of the Year – Multi-Family Sponsored by Brock White Canada Co. • Brad Remington Homes (2010) Ltd. Bryan Logel, Barb Jessiman, Lynn Sherriff, Patricia DeLorme, Sandy Scarce – Copperf ield • Brookfield Residential Lori Noble-Milne, Jeanette Hunt, Kevin French – McKenzie Towne • Cardel Lifestyles Brad Logel, Darryl Solly, Ken Harvey – Panorama West
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• Jayman Group of Companies – Jayman Modus Sandy Perron – Mint in New Brighton • Mattamy Homes Trish Braun, Paula Roughton, Mark Verzyl - Windsong • Remington Development Corporation Julie Seidel, Angie Herback, Sandra Wiebe – Quarry Park • The Statesman Group of Companies Ltd. Mike Sali, Brian Skinner – The Groves of Varsity • Streetside Development Corporation Karen Payne – Evanston Square • Streetside Development Corporation Kevin Baragon – Red Haus in Royal Oak • Truman Homes Tony Trutina, Chris Suraci – Skyview Ranch
SALES & INFORMATION CENTRE AWARDS Best Sales & Information Centre Attached Sponsored by Blanket Home Warranty Ltd. • Calbridge 2010 Ltd. 1 & 5 Fireside Landing, Cochrane
• Jayman Group of Companies 13 Riviera Crescent, Cochrane • Augusta Fine Homes, a division of NuVista Homes Ltd. 113 Silverado Crest Landing SW, Calgary • Stepper Custom Homes Inc. 2 & 6 Marquis Cove SE, Calgary • Stepper Custom Homes Inc. 111 & 115 Legacy Circle SE, Calgary Best Sales & Information Centre Detached Sponsored by Westridge Cabinets (1993) Ltd. • Brookfield Residential 65 Auburn Meadows Way SE, Calgary • M2i Development Corporation 1640 – 17A Street SE, Calgary • Mattamy Homes 10520 Metis Trail NE, Calgary • Qualex-Landmark 1120 10 Ave SW, Calgary • Truman Homes 11 Mahogany Row SE, Calgary
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LIFE HAPPENS ON THE INSIDE. So you’re looking for a condo or townhome that fits your life. Take a moment to think about this. Modus offers more choice in Alberta than any other multi family builder. The largest combination of interior options, amenities, models, building styles, communities, cities, price points and services. With choices like this your new home is really only limited by your imagination.
SO BUILD YOUR HOME AROUND YOUR LIFE NOT THEOTHER WAY AROUND.
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Be Charmed by a Community that has been Designed for the Ages
Upscale City Living at its Finest 1-3+ bedroom condos
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• 1411–1466 sq ft boulevard townhomes • 1578–1638 sq ft extra wide ravine homes • Almost all homes have south • Double master options • Open concept with 9’ ceiling • 2 1/2 bath • Flex space on lower level • Heated double garage • Stainless steel appliance package • Washer & dryer
• 870 sq ft – 2543 sq ft • Airy 10’ ceiling heights • Upscale premium finishes; quartz waterfall countertops, 5” hardwood flooring, tile flooring, KitchenAid stainless steel high end appliances • AC • up to 512 sq ft decks on floors 1-3; up to 1347 sq ft decks on 4th floor • Underground heated garage
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The Ultimate in Choice all within a Four Season Lake Community featuring: • 1170 sq ft – 1649 sq ft • 9’ ceilings on main floor • Single, tandem and double heated garage • Flex room on select homes • Stainless steel appliances • 2.5 bath • 3 interior color palette choices • Washer & dryer
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• 1299 sq ft – 1726 sq ft • 9’ ceilings on main floor • Single, tandem and double heated garage • Flex room on select homes • Stainless steel appliances • Laminate and ceramic tile flooring • Granite countertops • AC RI • Washer & dryer
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The name Modus stands for how we do things. In the past 30 years we have learned that to improve the quality of our customers’ lives it’s important that we build around their lifestyles and not the other way around. This is how we do things. We are there for you through the entire process and have the experience and connections that no other multi family builder has. This ensures the smoothest transition possible during your homebuying experience.
It’s just what we do.
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Make way for spring! It’s time for the seasonal switch-up. Make some space for your spring and summer, and don’t give Jack Frost another thought.
Hellen Buttigieg is a certified professional organizer, life coach, TV host, owner of We Organize U and author of the best-seller, Organizing Outside The Box. For tips on getting organized, visit WeOrganizeU.com and sign up for the free newsletter.
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t first, you’re afraid to put away winter gear because it is hard to believe that unrelenting, snow-filled season is coming to an end. But as spring slowly slides into place, and you’re finding spring jackets and raincoats being layered on hangers atop winter jackets. The hall closet is bursting at the seams trying to contain the collection of everything from mitts and snow boots to umbrellas and Wellies.
Make some space for your spring and summer, and don’t give Jack Frost another thought
Make room for spring. It’s that wonderful time of year again when we can put away the winter gear and lighten the load. Although there’s never enough storage, there are creative ways to better utilize existing spaces when storing out-of-season items. Here are some ideas to consider: add another shelf above the existing one in all the closets, and purchase under-the-bed organizers. If your bed is not high enough, you can get a bed riser to lift it. Consider creating a document on your computer that serves as an index to outline where you’ve stored what. When winter arrives, you won’t have to rely on your memory to find what you need. How long have you been putting off that rummage sale? Have you
been saving items for years with the intention of selling them, but never seem to get around to it? Pull out your calendar today and book a definite date to have your sale this spring. Blocking the time now increases the likelihood of following through with it later. Another option is to forgo the big sell-off entirely and donate these items instead. It takes several days to orchestrate a successful sale, so determine whether the money you’ll make is worth the time and energy it will take. After all, you can always get more money but you can never replace lost time.
Jump-start your spring cleaning with baby steps. If you don’t know where to begin when it comes to spring-cleaning your home, start small. Pick just one room. Moving clockwise, remove anything that doesn’t belong in that room and place it in a “move elsewhere” box to deliver to the room it should live in. Pull out anything that doesn’t give you joy or value and place it in a “give away” box. Toss or recycle any papers and garbage that are left over. Designate this room as a “no-clutter zone” so you will always have a sanctuary to escape to, regardless of what your other rooms look like. Have you stored your winter coats yet? If you’ve been putting off the
task of storing your winter coats because you don’t have an extra closet, there’s a solution. A sturdy, rolling garment rack makes an ideal spot to store winter coats during the summer. Be sure to dry-clean all items before storing, even if they look clean. Body oils and not-yet-visible food stains attract moths – especially on wool coats. Cover the clothes with a clean, cotton bed sheet or use a zippered canvas wardrobe cover specifically designed for this purpose to keep your clothes dust-free. If you don’t have room for a garment rack, store seasonal items in large garment bags, suitcases or under-bed storage bins.
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// by Donna Moore
Things to consider before
Donna Moore is executive officer of the Calgary Region Home Builders’ Association. Call 403.235.1911 or visit crhba.com
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pring is finally here, and many new-home buyers will be enticed to get outdoors in the warmer weather and check out the various sales centres and showsuites open in the Calgary region, with the thought of moving sometime this summer. Home hunters will quickly discover that there is a fabulous selection of designs, styles, sizes and incredible features by Calgary and area builders that will tempt them to buy. However, before getting wrapped up in all the excitement that having a new home brings, take the time to consider all the aspects surrounding what will be one of the most important investments of your life, so that you can make informed and confident decisions during the home-buying process. If you’re serious about making a move this year – whether you’re a first-time or seasoned buyer, it’s
buying a new home
important to set a budget before you even begin looking at what’s out there. Find out from your financial institution how much of a mortgage loan you qualify for, and get pre-approval for a mortgage. This will help to narrow your choices when you start your search. Also, with today’s low interest rates, by going through the pre-approval process, you might be surprised at how much you can qualify for and the price range you can shop in. But be realistic about how much you want to spend on your home, and make sure you have funds set aside for closing costs such as legal fees, transaction costs, moving expenses, and so on. Further, make room for “extras” in your budget so that you’re able to add some upgrades and optional features, like hardwood flooring, granite countertops and that beautiful jetted bathtub which may not be included as the builder’s standard option. And don’t forget about the decorating and furnishing you’ll want to do.
Home hunters will quickly discover that there is a fabulous selection of designs, styles, sizes and incredible features by Calgary and area builders that will tempt them to buy Also, before you start visiting showsuites, consider making a list of what you absolutely need in a home and what you would like to have. For example, how many bedrooms and bathrooms do you need? Is a spare room something you can live without if the price is too high? And what about location? Do you want to be close to a school, shops, work or transit? Since searching for a home can be time consuming, there is little point in looking in areas that don’t meet your needs or at homes that won’t work for you. When you buy a new home, you also buy the builder’s expertise and reputation, so it’s best to do some research. Each builder is different and offers different standards, so find out what you’re getting for your money. Check out each builder’s sales packages to determine what the standard features are and what’s included in the purchase price. Remember, many showsuites may feature upgrades to give you ideas for decorating your condo, so request a spec list so you know what is standard versus an upgrade. Note what brand-name products the builder installs and the manufacturers’ warranties that come with them. Speaking of warranty, ask about the builder’s warranty and after-sales services. When it comes to narrowing your choices, compare value, not just price. Consider the quality of construction, the products and systems, and think about those “intangibles” – the reputation of the builder, service and commitment to customers. Knowing what you can afford, what you want and where you want to live, you’ll be more confident when you find “the one.”
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Developments unveiled two new show homes in Hunter House, a unique development consisting of 92 homes with a mix of stacked bungalows and townhomes in the beautiful community of Silverado. “We poured over all aspects of its design to come up with something we knew would instantly appeal to the market. An open floor plan that not only maximizes all available space but is also loaded with all the luxurious finishing and features that aren’t necessarily always available in condos,” says Ashley Carcasole, Streetside sales and marketing manager. Hunter House will consist of 38 stacked bungalows and 54 row townhomes. The stacked bungalows present single-level living at its best and range in size from 1,400 to 1,670 sq. ft. and will start from the $480,000s. “The bungalows are
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money matters
// By Gail Vaz-Oxlade
How to get out of Debt Really? You don’t know how much you owe? You’re just lucky that you’re not in the room with me, ‘cos I’d give you a good smack! I assume, because you’re reading this, you’re interested in getting the monkey off your back. To do that, you have to do exactly as I say… 1 Start by gathering every last statement you have for your debt. You’ll
need your most recent statements to get a clear picture of what’s going on. If you’ve dumped them all, just wait ‘til your next statements arrive and collect them all in one place.
Gail Vaz-Oxlade is the host of Til Debt Do Us Part and author of Debt Free Forever, and she blogs daily at gailvazoxlade.com. Follow Gail on Twitter at Twitter.com/GailVazOxlade
2 List all the debt you have including: » credit cards » lines of credit » loans (for your wedding, furniture, whatever) » auto financing » student loans » buy-now-pay-later loans (even if they haven’t come due yet)
»o utstanding bills (utilities, phone bills, cell phone,) » the tax man » spousal / child support in arrears » family loans » loans from friends » pay advance loans (from stores) » pay advances from your employer
3 Identify what you used the money for since you want to be able to
remember what you’re paying all that interest on. Hmmm, all those restaurant meals don’t look like such a good investment now, do they?
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here are a lot of people walking around with the debt monkey on their backs. A lot of people. And some of them can’t understand how they got roped into carrying the little beastie around with them. All of them wish they could shake the bugger off. So, why don’t they? Answer seems easy enough, doesn’t it? Just pay off the debt. But wait. To do that, one would have to admit to having debt and there are people who haven’t yet ‘fessed up to how much they owe. Some even pull out the wide eyes and Betty-Boop lips as they announce, “I don’t know how much I owe.”
4 Note your current balance from your last statement. 5 Note the interest rate charged. 6 The worksheet available on my website will calculate approximately what
your payment will be if you decide to pay off your debt over one, two or three years and give you a monthly total. 7 Do not plan to take longer than three years to pay off your debt. There’s a
phenomenon called “debt fatigue” that sets in if you live with your debt for too long. Thirty-six months should be your maximum repayment time frame.
I assume, because you’re reading this, you’re interested in getting the monkey off your back. To do that, you have to do exactly as I say…
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Find a way to trim your budget so you can put more money towards your debt repayment. Use Gail’s Interactive Budget Worksheet to create a budget that will let you increase your debt repayment amount. 8. I f re-payment looks impossible, here are some
steps to take: a. Get your interest rate down. With $5,000 on a credit card charging 25 per cent, it will cost you $521 a month to repay in one year. Get your interest down to 12 per cent using a consolidation loan and you’ll pay only $467 a month on that balance. Transfer your balance to your personal line of credit and pay just 6.5 per cent and it’ll only cost you $444 a month to pay off that $5,000 in one year. Better yet, transfer your balance to a credit card with an introductory interest rate of just 2.5 per cent and it’ll cost you $427 a month. There, you just saved $100 a month. b. Find a way to trim your budget so you can put more money towards your debt repayment. Use Gail’s Interactive Budget Worksheet to create a budget that will let you increase your debt repayment amount. Com’on now, you can trim another 10 per cent. You can do it! I know you can. c. Make more money. Yes, you may have to find a second job until you’ve made a dent in your debt. It’ll be worth it to get the monkey off your back, I promise.
9 This is the hardest part: Tell
someone what your plan is. Better still tell two, five, 11 people. If you go public, the pressure will be on to stick with the plan.
10 For reinforcement, find (or
borrow, but don’t buy!) a backpack and fill it with the stuff you have charged but have not yet paid for: CDs, books, those snappy shoes, that new cell phone. The idea is to make the backpack heavy. For the first week, and every time you’re feeling weak and want to go shopping, hoist that sucker onto your back and take it with you. Sound hokey? Carry that monkey around for a few weeks and you’ll see how motivated you are to get that debt off your back. Congratulations! You’re making progress. I’m proud of you. Stick with it and before you know it, you’ll be debt free and light of step.
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my trip last year to The James Royal Palm in Miami, Florida. Not only was it the perfect winter getaway, the trip was filled with tons of design inspiration which I just have to share. The hotel is designed by the hospitality mavens at Rottet Studio. The expansive property’s interiors carry the intimacy of a boutique hotel, achieved through the attention to detail, exquisite materials and a healthy collection of unique artwork. Despite offering nearly 400 rooms, every one of them feels like a personal oasis. Re-branded as part of The James hotel family in November 2012, the freshly renovated spaces draw from Art Deco roots and Miami culture to create a friendly, relaxing and breathtaking luxury getaway that could not be more “now.” Follow these inspirational tips to bring South Beach style to the Great White North. 58 NEW CoNdo GuidE | Volume 17 issue 04 | newcondoguide.com
01 White from the start White and cream create an airy atmosphere and won’t absorb heat, lending a cooler look and feel. This palette lets you emphasize elements like the view, framed by white sheers. Ceilings, walls, columns and window mullions are all white on white, making the bright blue sky the focal point. 02 Miami spice Too much white can be sterile, so spice it up with light-hearted Miami hues like bright teal, pastel pink and lime green. The James is brimming with stunning paintings, installations and oversized art – a lasting trend and great long-term investment. Even the flat-screen TVs are framed like artwork, with mirror surrounds de-emphasizing the technology and opening the room up even further. Underfoot, floors mimic the azure vistas with rich blue carpets in swirling geometric patterns that let the outdoors reach in and surround you.
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05 Non-linear thinking The James uses unique details to give each space character and personality. Wiring for hanging pendants creates curling abstract forms rather than running straight up the wall. Tonguein-cheek “CTRL” “ALT” “DEL” keyboard pillows spread on my bedroom banquet add visual interest and make light of the workplace I had left behind. At the end of the day, you have to remember not to take your style too seriously, after all, Miami is about having fun – South Beach style! Yanic Simard is the design editor of New Condo Guide and principal designer of TIDG. Specializing in residential and commercial projects, Yanic often applies his signature high/low and old/new combination design techniques in developing unique interiors. Yanic has created designs for clients in Toronto, Montreal and Miami, and has appeared as a regular guest expert on Citytv’s CityLine. For more information visit tidg.ca.
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tips & tricks
packing tips
to make your move a little easier ❏ Gather boxes in all sizes from friends, neighbours and stores.
❏ Label boxes containing fragile items with large red lettering.
❏ Collect cushioning material such as bubble wrap, foam pellets, furniture pads, old blankets, plastic bags, tissue paper, newspapers and small towels to use as padding inside boxes.
❏ Place china in plastic bags and stack plates upright on their sides, not flat. ❏ Pack your TV, stereo and computer in their original boxes whenever possible.
❏ Create a “portable packing kit” with marking pens, a tape measure, packing tape, twine and scissors. Carry it with you as you pack up items in your home.
❏ Keep boxes to 50 pounds or less.
❏ Reinforce the bottom of boxes with extra tape for added strength.
❏ Pack heavy items into their own smaller boxes and place lighter items together into larger boxes. (Hint: Don’t pack all your books into one box!)
❏ Label each box with the name of the room in your new home where it should be placed.
❏ Don’t move flammable, combustible, corrosive or explosive items such as paint, gasoline and ammunition.
❏ List the contents of the box on the side of it.
❏ Pack a bag of personal items you’ll need during the move and keep it in an easy-to-find place when you pack.
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Villas at Watermark offer luxury, lifestyle and spectacular mountain views // By Heather Ryan
a
fabulous villa project that combines luxury living with breathtaking mountain views and a tranquil maintenance-free lifestyle has become an overwhelming hit with buyers. Nestled in Watermark at Bearspaw, the most award-winning community in Calgary last year, the Villas at Watermark consist of 101 bungalowstyle walkouts crafted by Macdonald Development Corporation. “We’re really excited about the response to the Villas,” says Ian Macdonald, director of sales and marketing. “We’re 90 per cent sold in our first phase and 85 per cent in the second phase, so the response from buyers has really been amazing and it’s why we’re now releasing our third phase. “People love the Villas because they tell us they have everything they’ve been looking for; all the items on their check list are checked off,” Macdonald says. “They’re maintenance-free, so they provide that lock-and-leave-it lifestyle that allows them the freedom to travel. And, for people downsizing, or what we call ‘smart-sizing’ or ‘right-sizing,’ they’re the right fit for size and lifestyle, and they have all the luxury they desire. Plus, they have stunning panoramic views of the Rockies and the location is great because it’s so close to shopping and getting away to Banff or Canmore.” Situated on a gradual slope on the eastern end of Watermark, the Villas at Watermark have been oriented to maximize the views and they all have large windows and two big patios, so the spectacular mountain views can be enjoyed from every home. The Villas offer approximately 2,000 to 2,600 sq. ft. of developed living space on two levels featuring two or three bedrooms, 2.5 to 3.5 bathrooms and front attached double garages. There are four floor plans available – three with the master bedroom on the main and one with the master on the walkout level, creating an expansive main-floor entertainment space. “People are really impressed with the level of finishings,” Macdonald adds. “The Villas offer a luxurious package so there is no need to upgrade, but we do have buyers who have upgraded to items such as Wolf and SubZero appliances and added a wet bar.”
The well-appointed interiors feature standard finishes such as quartz countertops, wide plank engineered hardwood flooring, 10-ft. ceilings, eight-ft. interior solid core doors, stainless steel appliances, built-in wine fridge and built-in TV in the kitchen, large flat-surface islands, in-floor heating in the ensuites, gas fireplaces and Hunter Douglas blinds. The Villas blend contemporary and Prairie styling highlighted by features such as low-slung rooflines and an abundant use of wood and stone. At the Villas, residents can also enjoy the use of a clubhouse for social gatherings and all of Watermark’s other amenities, such as the gorgeous network of cascading ponds and streams, 46-acres of parkland, five kilometres of paved trails and a central plaza. Watermark is minutes from Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, within walking distance to the Lynx Ridge Golf Course and a short drive from the Bearspaw Golf & Country Club. Situated off 12 Mile Coulee Road, residents can access a variety of shops, services, restaurants and the LRT at Crowfoot, and Stoney and Crowfoot Trails are nearby for ease of getting downtown and to the airport. The Villas start in the mid-$700,000s plus GST. To learn more, visit the four Villas showhomes, open noon to 6 p.m. Monday to Thursday, and noon to 5 p.m. on weekends. Call 403.474.5985, or visit online at villasatwatermark.com.
Classic Mountain Views. Brand New Villas Lifestyle. Now there’s a way to live a life without compromise and enjoy exceptional views of the Rockies every day. The Villas at Watermark have raised the bar for a modern lock-andleave lifestyle, with spacious, walk-out floorplans, just 20 minutes from downtown. Calgary’s fastest-selling Villa community. From the mid $700,000s.
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WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET
Construction at The Edge in Airdrie is now complete, which means your new home is ready for you. Tour your home before you decide to move in – what you see is exactly what you get! Our condos start as low as the $220’s, so take the tour today at 604 East Lake Blvd NE. Immediate Possessions. Over 75% Sold.
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You can tell Landmark homes are the best built with your eyes closed. Take a deep breath in a Landmark home and you’ll notice something different. We continually strive to use as many, low VOC (volatile organic compounds) materials as possible. Now listen – the triple-paned, low-E, argon-filled windows and advanced construction techniques means peace and quiet. And if you think that’s good, just wait until you open your eyes and see how beautiful it is. You’ll find this kind of superior quality in Landmark duplexes, townhouses and homes in seven communities throughout Calgary and Cochrane. Starting from $310,000. Discover all the other things that go into Alberta’s best built homes at Landmarkgroup.ca
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In The News
CMHC to increase
mortgage insurance premiums Following the annual review of its insurance products and capital requirements, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) will increase its mortgage loan insurance premiums effective May 1, 2014. The increase applies to mortgage loan insurance premiums for owner-occupied, self-employed, and one- to four-unit rental properties, including low-ratio refinance premiums. This does not apply to mortgages currently insured by CMHC. CMHC’s capital management framework is consistent with international practices and Canadian guidelines for mortgage insurers. Increased capital targets are consistent with Canadian and
95% Loan-to-Value Loan Amount Current Premium New Premium Additional Premium Increase to Monthly Mortgage Payment
$150,000 $4,125 $4,725 $600 $3.00
international industry trends and makes the financial system more stable and resilient. “The higher premiums reflect CMHC’s higher capital targets,” says Steven Mennill, CMHC’s vice-president, insurance operations. “CMHC’s capital holdings reduce Canadian taxpayers’ exposure to the housing market and contribute to the long-term stability of the financial system.” For the average Canadian homebuyer requiring CMHC-insured financing, the higher premium will result in an increase of approximately $5 to their monthly mortgage payment, CMHC says. This is not expected to have a material impact on the housing market. Effective May 1, CMHC mortgage insurance premiums will increase by approximately 15 per cent, on average, for all loan-to-value ranges. CMHC reviews its premiums on an annual basis and, going forward, plans to announce decisions on premiums in the first quarter of each year. The homeowner premium increase follows changes CMHC made to its portfolio insurance product earlier this year. As Canada’s national housing agency, CMHC draws on more than 65 years of experience to help Canadians access a variety of quality, environmentally sustainable and affordable housing solutions that will continue to create vibrant and healthy communities and cities across the country.
$250,000 $6,875 $7,875 $1,000 $4.98
$350,000 $9,625 $11,025 $1,400 $6.99
$450,000 $12,375 $14,175 $1,800 $8.98
Based on a five-year term at 3.49 per cent and a 25-year amortization. *Premiums in Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec are subject to provincial sales tax — the sales tax cannot be added to the loan amount.
85% Loan-to-Value Loan Amount Current Premium New Premium Additional Premium Increase to Monthly Mortgage Payment
$150,000 $2,625 $2,700 $75 $0.37
$250,000 $4,375 $4,500 $125 $0.62
$350,000 $6,125 $6,300 $175 $0.87
$450,000 $7,875 $8,100 $225 $1.12
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GENWORTH CANADA ALSO ANNOUNCES NEW MORTGAGE INSURANCE PREMIUM RATES Effective May 1, 2014, Genworth Canada will also increase its mortgage insurance premium rates by an average of 15 per cent. “We believe this new pricing is prudent and more reflective of increased regulatory capital requirements,” says Brian Hurley, chairman and CEO of Genworth Canada. “These pricing actions are supportive of the long-term safety and stability of the Canadian housing market.” The new premium rates for standard owneroccupied purchase applications submitted on or after May 1, 2014 are: Standard Premium Loan-to-Value Ratio (Current)
Standard Premium (Effective May 1, 2014)
Up to and including 65% Up to and including 75% Up to and including 80% Up to and including 85% Up to and including 90% Up to and including 95%
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How to prepare for the
Chuck Resnick is vice-president of marketing and operations, Two Men and a Truck Canada. twomenandatruck.ca
M
oving your worldly possessions involves a lot of organization, and if there’s one thing professional movers understand, it’s to expect the unexpected. In fact, that’s a major reason why many people choose to hand over the task of moving to companies that do this every day. Some do-it-yourself moves go well; others end up unnecessarily stressful because those completing the work don’t anticipate potential glitches. Checklists are great, but every
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unexpected when moving single move is different – and nothing beats experience for transferring household and other goods quickly, safely and efficiently. For example, if you move in the winter and it’s a snowy, slushy day, how do you protect the floors from water/salt damage at both ends? What about getting large items around hard-to-manoeuvre corners without marking walls? What if someone gets hurt? Do you know how to pack delicate items such as lamp shades and glassware to eliminate shifting and potential breakage during a long haul? What if the truck breaks down or gets into an accident halfway to your new home? Professional movers have resources to draw upon to anticipate and handle any number of unexpected happenings. Training is a great preventative measure – when you shop for a mover, find out if and how the drivers and moving people are trained. Ask whether they have a “Plan B” in case of vehicle problems, and what you can do to be as prepared as possible when the packing/moving begins. As tempting as a DIY move may be, think through the consequences. Are you prepared to deal with the possibility of friends or family members not showing up on moving day due to illness or hurting themselves trying to move heavy items? Do you have a back-up plan for extra items in case you misjudge the size of moving vehicle you need? What about plants? Hazardous liquids? Of course, there are specialty items that require an unusual level of care – pianos, pool tables, grandfather clocks, artwork, antiques and the like. The money you think you’ll save by not hiring a professional mover may end up being spent on repairs if these large and valuable pieces are not handled correctly. Worse yet, irreplaceable items may be lost forever. And have you thought through unpacking at the other end? On your first night there, you will need bedding, toiletries, towels and some kitchen items. Do you have a plan that includes being able to find those things easily and quickly? All of these considerations and more are covered in the training that Two Men and a Truck franchisees take part in at what we call Stick Men University in honour of the company logo. Among the many things they learn is how to manoeuvre, wrap, pack and load items from big-screen televisions to china cabinets filled with breakables. If you do decide to move yourself, on the Two Men and a Truck website we provide moving tips, a moving checklist and even special things to consider for extremely large items. Give some thought to what might happen along the way and make contingency plans. And be realistic – hiring a professional mover can offer tremendous peace of mind and is money well spent.
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In The News
Homes by Avi Group of Companies wins Consumer Choice Award or fifth consecutive year
The 2014 Consumer Choice Award winners have been announced, with Homes
by Avi taking the title in the home builder category for the fifth straight year. The awards ceremony was recently held at Calgary’s BMO Centre Stampede Park. “Our customers are at the heart of everything we do,” says Alice Mateyko, president of Homes by Avi – Alberta’s single-family division. “So, to have our efforts recognized by our customers is truly an honour.” Each year, Consumer Choice Award conducts independent market research to determine the best service providers in a range of categories. The purpose is to recognize excellence among small to medium businesses in specific market areas. The award presented to Homes by Avi encompasses both its single-family division and Avi Urban, its multi-family division.
Tips & Tricks
Notify family and friends, companies and institutions that your address will be changing, either by phone or by mailing the changeof-address cards available at your local post office. The following checklist will serve as a convenient reminder:
As soon as possible…
Changing your address? Plan ahead to make your move as smooth as possible, and avoid getting lost in the shuffle!
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❏ Employer
❏ Alumni association
❏ Family doctor
❏ Attorney
❏ Dentist
❏ Banks
❏ Veterinarian
❏ Lending institutions
❏ Frequent flyer program
❏ Insurance companies
❏ Magazine / newspaper
❏ Investment companies ❏ Canada Revenue Agency ❏ Stockbroker ❏ Credit card company
subscriptions
❏ Catalogs ❏ Place of worship ❏ Update your driver’s license
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homebuyers’ help
Condo hunter’s checklist
When shopping for your dream condo, carry this list with you and take notes to help you remember what you saw, and where! condo #1
condo #2
condo #3
condo #4
Project & address:
Project & address:
Project & address:
Project & address:
Salesperson:
Salesperson:
Salesperson:
Salesperson:
Phone:
Phone:
Phone:
Phone:
Developer/builder:
Developer/builder:
Developer/builder:
Developer/builder:
Type:
Type:
Type:
Type:
2-storey highrise bungalow
detached conversion townhome
2-storey highrise bungalow
detached conversion townhome
2-storey highrise bungalow
detached conversion townhome
2-storey highrise bungalow
detached conversion townhome
Sq. Footage:
Sq. Footage:
Sq. Footage:
Sq. Footage:
# of bedrooms:
# of bedrooms:
# of bedrooms:
# of bedrooms:
# of bathrooms:
# of bathrooms:
# of bathrooms:
# of bathrooms:
Interior appliances:
Interior appliances:
Interior appliances:
Interior appliances:
Options:
Options:
Options:
Options:
Parking facilities:
Parking facilities:
Parking facilities:
Parking facilities:
Special incentives:
Special incentives:
Special incentives:
Special incentives:
Price:
Price:
Price:
Price:
Down payment:
Down payment:
Down payment:
Down payment:
Condo fees:
Condo fees:
Condo fees:
Condo fees:
Financing available:
Financing available:
Financing available:
Financing available:
Other comments:
Other comments:
Other comments:
Other comments:
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homebuyers’ help
Condo Buyers’ Resource Section You love the condo, see what you can afford! Compare mortgage rates for your best deal Calculate your mortgage payments using the mortgage payment calculation chart
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homebuyers’ help
you loVe the conDo, see WHAT you CAn AFFord! Interest rates
calculate Your MortGaGe PaYMents
aMortIZatIon PerIods
% 10 Years
15 Years
20 Years
25 Years
30 Years
5.00%
10.58
7.88
6.57
5.82
5.34
5.25%
10.70
8.01
6.74
5.96
5.49
5.50%
10.82
8.14
6.85
6.10
5.64
5.75%
10.94
8.27
6.98
6.25
5.79
6.00%
11.07
8.40
7.12
6.40
5.95
6.25%
11.19
8.53
7.26
6.55
6.11
6.50%
11.31
8.66
7.41
6.70
6.26
6.75%
11.43
8.80
7.55
6.85
6.42
7.00%
11.56
8.93
7.69
7.00
6.59
7.25%
11.68
9.07
7.84
7.16
6.75
7.50%
11.81
9.21
7.99
7.32
6.91
7.75%
11.94
9.34
8.14
7.47
7.08
8.00%
12.06
9.48
8.28
7.63
7.25
8.25%
12.19
9.62
8.44
7.79
7.42
MonthlY Pre-taX IncoMe
sPouse’s Pre-taX IncoMe
total Pre-taX IncoMe
dIvIde BY three
affordaBle MonthlY PaYMents
aMount of MortGaGe (PrIce-down PaYMent)
chart fIGure
aMount of MortGaGe dIvIded BY 1,000
aMortIZatIon aMount
aMortIZatIon aMount
estIMated MonthlY taXes and heat
MonthlY PaYMents
FoLLoW THese sTePs To see IF you’LL QuALIFy For A MorTGAGe on your DreAm conDo
01
Calculate the combined monthly before-tax income of you and your spouse.
Multiply this figure by the amount you need to borrow. Divide by 1,000.
02
Divide by three. This figure is the monthly payment you can afford to make on your condo.
06
Add to this your estimated monthly heating costs and monthly property taxes.
03
07
Take the total price of the condo and subtract the amount of money you expect to make as a down payment. This is the money you will have to borrow.
04
Refer to the chart on the opposite page. Look down the left column and locate the interest rate you expect to pay. Line this up with the amortization period of your choice. (Most first-time buyers take the 25-year amortization.)
05
If this figure is equal to or less than one-third of your gross monthly income (calculated in Step 2), you’ll qualify for a mortgage on your dream condo. Bear in mind that this is a rough estimate. If you have several other large loans already, you may qualify for less. Also, banks and trust companies vary in their policies. The best way to know what you can afford is to go to the lending institution of your choice and get pre-qualified.
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compAre mortGAGe rAtes For your BesT deAL varIaBle
2 Years
3 Years
4 Years
5 Years
2.890
3.190
3.590
3.790
3.950
4.740
5.340
3.990
4.390
4.990
3.950
4.590
5.340
3.950
4.540
5.340
3.140
3.950
4.540
5.340
2.890
2.890
3.190
3.390
3.790
2.990
2.790
3.090
3.390
3.690
4.450
3.600
3.950
4.450
4.990
5.340
3.000
-
3.190
3.240
3.590
3.690
4.090
3.000
4.200
3.140
3.140
3.950
4.690
5.340
Laurentian Bank Canada
3.200
4.400
3.140
3.190
3.950
4.740
5.340
London Life
3.000
4.200
3.140
3.140
3.950
4.690
5.340
Manulife Bank
2.800
4.450
3.000
3.250
3.400
3.500
3.790
ATB Financial
2.700
Bank of Montreal Bank of Nova Scotia
6 Months
1 Year
4.000
2.940
3.000
4.000
3.140
3.140
3.100
4.550
3.750
3.890
CIBC Mortgages
3.000
4.450
3.090
3.140
Canadian Western Bank
3.200
4.000
3.140
3.140
Canadian Western Trust
3.200
4.000
3.140
First Calgary Financial
-
4.000
First National Financial
2.600
3.950
HSBC Bank Canada
3.100
ING Direct Investors Group Trust
Manulife Trust
-
4.450
3.000
3.250
3.400
3.500
3.790
National Bank
3.100
4.400
3.140
3.140
3.950
4.740
5.340
Peace Hills Trust
-
4.500
3.150
3.500
3.950
3.950
4.150
President’s Choice Fin’l
3.000
6.040
3.240
3.240
3.590
3.690
4.090
RMG Mortgages
3.000
-
2.890
2.890
2.990
3.090
3.590
Royal Bank of Canada
3.000
4.000
3.140
3.140
3.850
4.740
5.340
Servus Credit Union
-
4.000
3.140
3.140
3.950
4.740
5.340
Steinbach Credit Union
-
-
2.600
2.800
3.000
3.150
3.350
T-D Mortgage
3.000
4.000
3.090
3.140
3.950
4.740
5.340
Your Neighbourhood C.U.
-
-
3.400
3.500
3.600
3.690
3.590
Rates are subject to change without notice.
mortGAGe options you can choose any of these mortgage options which fit into the two basic mortgage types. Lenders may even customize these options to suit your needs. All mortgages are of two basic types:
conVentionAl
open mortGAGe
Buyer can borrow up to 75 per cent of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less. Buyer has to pay 25 per cent down. A conventional mortgage cannot exceed 75 per cent of the value of the property.
Allows borrowers are to repay all or part of the total amount of their mortgage at any time without penalty. Because of flexibility, this is ideal for borrowers who plan to sell their homes in the near future or who want to switch from a short-term mortgage at high-interest rates to a longer term when mortgage interest rates fall.
insureD or hiGh-rAtio Buyer can borrow up to 95 per cent of the purchase price or the value of the property, whichever is less. The down payment can be as low as five per cent.
closeD mortGAGe This usually has the lowest interest rate available but lacks the flexible features of other mortgage options. It’s a good
choice for those who want the security of knowing their monthly payment is fixed for a longer term. Prepayment options are available but they are subject to conditions.
portAble mortGAGe Offers flexibility if borrowers move. Borrowers can take the mortgage to their new home or can transfer it (usually with the consent of the lender) to the purchaser of their old home. This is an attractive option if the rate on the existing mortgage is lower than current rates.
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