Calgary New Home Guide - Nov 10, 2017

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PERSONALIZE YOUR HOME WITH THE MAKE IT YOURS DESIGN CREDIT ALLOWANCE. Personalize your home and make it yours with Mattamy Homes Design Studio. From hardwood and carpet to countertops and window finishes – each touch is unique to you. Work with our experienced Design Consultants who support you along the way and make the process seamless. The Design Studio is conveniently located in our NE office.

CALGARY Front-Drive Homes

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Visit one of our Sales Centres today to see all your options in one location with one team.

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Village Townhomes

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CARRINGTON, WHERE LIFE COMES TOGETHER NW Calgary’s Newest Community Is Now Open Carrington offers: • The Gateway to Carrington, a community gathering space featuring the Greenway Park: Art Installation, Skateboard Area, Greenspace, Playground and a ½ Basketball Court.

• Planned retail with the future Greenway Plaza offering many amenities and shopping necessities.

• Two future school sites, two environmental reserves, the Green Corridor pathway system offering scenic views and connections to the Rotary/ Mattamy Greenway.

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SALES CENTRE HOURS Monday - Thursday 1 pm-8 pm; Friday 1 pm-6 pm; Saturday, Sunday and Holidays 11 am-6 pm 183 Carrington Circle NW (Stoney Trail & 14th Street NW) | Tel: 403-567-8862

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NOV 10 – DEC 8, 2017 | VOLUME 20 ISSUE 12

CONTENTS

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ON THE COVER:

MATTAMY HOMES NORTHWEST CARRINGTON: ALL ABOUT CONNECTIVITY

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THE LAST WORD VICE-PRESIDENT & CHIEF PUBLISHING OFFICER

Caroline Andrews PUBLISHER & GENERAL MANAGER

Shawn Woodford DIRECTOR OF CONTENT & EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Jennifer Reynolds

48 Q&A NEXTHOME TALKS WITH DAVID BEARS, DIRECTOR, PROGRAMS OF BILD CALGARY REGION

MANAGING EDITOR

Wayne Karl ACTING ART DIRECTOR

Miguel Cea

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS

Sonia Bell Elisa Krovblit Keay Marlene Eisner

MEDIA CONSULTANT

TRENDING

36 Contemplating Condos

30 Events

Many different condos to choose from

New restaurants in Calgary to try this fall

40 Housing Market

Canada’s real estate sector remains resilient

BY LINDA PALFI

44 Mortgage Protecting your investment

BY JASON ELDRIDGE

Contest gives elementary students a chance to help New regulations protect Calgary condo buyers

PROPERTY PROFILES

16 Shane Homes

Ladera in Nolan Hill offers functionality, features and style

32 Trico Homes

Trico launches townhomes with Legacy Commons

ADVICE

20 Calgaryism

A homebuyers’ guide to choosing a floorplan

BY CODY BATTERSHILL

22 Fundamentally Speaking

Calgary near top of list of places to invest in Alberta

BY WAYNE KARL

Dwayne Rutherford NATIONAL CIRCULATION MANAGER

John Jenkins

PRODUCTION MANAGER

Anthony Majetic PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR

Greg Van Sluytman

INSPIRATION

GRAPHIC DESIGNERS

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Sandra Hanak-Vujnovic, Mike Terentiev Greg Van Sluytman

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EDITOR’S NOTE

IT’S OFFICIAL RECOVERY SOLIDLY ON TRACK

WAYNE KARL MANAGING EDITOR NextHome

It’s official, Calgary: You’re back.

Last issue, we wrote about how RBC, in its latest Housing Trends and Affordability report, cited Alberta’s economic turnaround as solidly on track.

Similarly, the Conference Board of Canada, in its Metropolitan Outlook – Autumn 2017, proclaims Alberta is not just recovering, it is the fastest-growing provincial economy this year.

Indeed, all the important numbers for Calgary are trending in the right direction. Real GDP is expected to increase by 4.6 per cent in 2017 and by a further 2.1 per cent in 2018. Unemployment is to fall to 8.7 per cent for this year, from 9.4 per cent (a 22-year high) last year, and to 7.7 per cent in 2018.

Home builders, though inventories may be high, are ramping up activity and raising housing starts this year.

One net benefit – and another important vote of confidence – comes from the Real Estate Investment Network’s (REIN). In its new report, Top Ten Towns and Cities in Alberta, Calgary and Edmonton are ranked as the top two places to invest in real estate. Both cities weathered the natural resource sector storm well, REIN says, and will lead the province in the next 12 to 18 months.

EMAIL: Wayne.Karl@nexthome.ca TWITTER: @WayneKarl

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MATTAMY’S NEWEST NORTHWEST CARRINGTON ALL ABOUT CONNECTIVITY Mattamy Homes has launched its first North West community in Calgary with Carrington; another chapter in Mattamy’s masterplanned success story.

With connectivity in mind, Mattamy Homes put healthy, active living first in line in Carrington by offering connections to both the Green Corridor trail and the Rotary/Mattamy Greenway.

“Connectivity to nature and to the community with a large $3-million park and playground that will be open from the beginning, as well as multiple other parks, two nature reserve pond areas and two future schools sites,” says Don Barrineau, Calgary Division president, Mattamy Homes. “Connectivity to the Rotary/Mattamy Greenway as it

comes right through Carrington, and rings the city. And we believe connection to your community and neighbours via the friendly front porches, sidewalks, landscape trails and new urbanist design.”

Plus, there is connection to culture as The Gateway to Carrington features a grand entrance that highlights an NOV 10 - DEC 8, 2017 11

intricate art structure in the form of intricate leaves all interconnected, which represents how Carrington truly comes together, and will be visible throughout the community.

The key focal points of Carrington are the Greenway Plaza and Greenway Park. The plaza will integrate with the park and include a mix of retail, restaurants and services that cater to the local needs of the community all within walking distance.

Meanwhile, Greenway Park,

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features a skateboard area, areas to relax and simply reflect, a large playground and a half basketball court. “To open Carrington with these major elements in place is truly incredible. You can imagine being a part of this, seeing your kids play, connecting with neighbours… very inspiring,” Barrineau says.

Situated in northwest Calgary, Carrington is a 159-hectare, master-planned community that will eventually be home to more than 3,000 residents.

“The location is great from

an accessibility and mobility standpoint, connecting residents quickly to Stony Trail, Deerfoot Trail, YYC, the downtown core, churches, schools, existing and future shopping and future LRT,” Barrineau adds.

Mattamy is also providing a variety of home styles, including: single attached garage, sized from 1,599 to 1,968 sq. ft., starting in the $420,000s; double attached garage, ranging from 2,158 to 2,722 sq. ft., starting in the low $500,000s; urban townhomes

+ ranging from 1,312 to 1,516 sq. ft. priced from the $340,000s; and rear lane duplex, sized from 1,734 to 1,965 sq. ft. starting from the low $400,000s.

Homes present architectural styles such as Mountain Contemporary – a new style for Mattamy emphasizing timber columns out front and metal siding detailing – Farmhouse, Arts & Crafts and Prairie to create an eye-catching streetscape.

Mattamy has four front-attached garage showhomes open Monday

to Thursday, 1 to 8 p.m., Friday, 1 to 6 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 6 p.m. Urban townhomes and rear lane duplex showhomes will open spring 2018, bringing the total to 10.

For more information on pricing or lots, visit the Mattamy Sales Centre at 183 Carrington Circle N.W. (just off 14th Street N.W. from Stoney Trail West). You will find all home options in one place, with one team. Call 587.755.1061 or visit mattamyhomes.com

LOCATION Northwest Calgary DEVELOPER & BUILDER Mattamy Homes DEVELOPMENT Carrington HOME TYPE Front-attached single and double garage, urban townhomes and rear lane duplex CONTACT mattamyhomes.com

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PROPERTY PROFILE

SHANE HOMES’ LADERA IN NOLAN HILL Functionality, features and style are combined to create a dynamic showhome by Shane Homes in the amenity-rich northwest Calgary community of Nolan Hill.

The 2,027-sq.-ft. Ladera has become a hit with buyers “because it offers a very functional, open concept plan that is great for entertaining, a vaulted ceiling in the great room that creates a 16 NextHome.ca

spacious feel and a large dining nook ideal for family gatherings,” says Sales Associate Abigail James.

“People really love the showhome’s contemporary style with its warm grey and white colour scheme and the high-end features it has such as the nineft. ceilings on the main floor, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas fireplace and

luxury laminate flooring,” says Area Manager Jeff Luif. “Customers also value that we can customize their home’s floorplan to suit their lifestyle.”

The Ladera presents a dynamic entry with a gorgeous tile floor in a marble pattern that creates an elegant feel and there is plenty of room to greet guests as well as space for a bench or table.

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That tile floor flows into the mud room where there is an abundance of storage, including an additional closet so outerwear and backpacks can be neatly stored.

The stunning kitchen serves up an expansive island with ample seating at the breakfast bar for family and friends. The kitchen design provides plenty of storage, including an additional bank of glass-front

cabinets that extend to the ceiling and a walk-in corner pantry.

Across from the kitchen, is the large central dining nook and a rear living room featuring a vaulted ceiling and a fabulous wall-centred fireplace flanked by windows.

Upstairs, the spacious owners’ suite provides ample room for king-sized furniture and a luxurious ensuite that features

the same marble pattern tile from the entry, corner tub, dual sinks, make-up counter and walk-in shower and a large walk-in closet.

Down the hall are two generous sized bedrooms, a full bathroom with a granite-topped vanity, two linen closets for extra storage and a full sized laundry room.

At the end of the hall, the family room presents the perfect space for relaxing and enjoying movie nights or entertaining friends.

“A big selling feature is the location,” James says, noting that Nolan Hill is a great community for young families with an abundance of established amenities such as parks, playgrounds and pathways, as well as, the Gates of Nolan Hill shopping centre.

Nolan Hill is easily accessible to major commuter routes such as Shaganappi Trail and Stoney Trail as they are just minutes away.

For more information, visit the Ladera, and Shane Homes’ other showhome, the 2,067-sq.-ft. Orion II, at 589 and 593 Nolan Hill Blvd.

N.W., open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m., and weekends, noon to 5 p.m., call Jeff Luif or Abigail James at 403.536.2305 or visit shanehomes.com.

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CHOOSE THE RIGHT FLOORPLAN 7 TIPS TO HELP YOU DECIDE

CODY BATTERSHILL

One of the most exciting things about buying a new home in Calgary is choosing the floorplan.

Here are a few tips to help you find the perfect one for you: 1. DECIDE WHAT KIND OF PROPERTY YOU WANT

First and foremost, you must decide what kind of home you need. Take the time to consider which home would suit your wants, needs and lifestyle best.

functionality of the floorplan; an open-concept one offers more space while a compartmentalized one provides more privacy and usually more rooms to make use of.

2. PICK YOUR SQUARE FOOTAGE CAREFULLY

4. CONSIDER FUNCTIONALITY

Consider how big your floorplan needs to be, not just for now, but in the future as well. For example, if you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, choosing a floorplan that offers additional space for upgraded appliances and cabinetry may be what you need. Another thing to consider is the size of your family. The more space you have to grow into, the happier you’ll be.

3. WHAT IS YOUR DESIGN STYLE

Most modern homes are built with open-concept floorplans while many older homes have a compartmentalized interior with rooms on each level separated by walls. Ask which one would fit your needs best. Think about how you would furnish and decorate.

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The functionality of a floorplan is played out by the location of one room in relation to another. For example, perhaps a quiet room for an office space is a must-have for your home-based business.

On the other hand, having a long hallway that separates the kitchen from the children’s play spaces may be a problem when trying to communicate with them on a frequent basis. Also, are the mudroom and laundry in a location where it will work for you?

5. TAKE AS MUCH TIME AS YOU NEED

There’s absolutely no rush when it comes to choosing the right floorplan for you. Take as much time as you need to go over the different floorplans offered by various home builders.

6. IF IT FEELS RIGHT, IT PROBABLY IS

Don’t be swayed by swanky upgrades you’ll see in most showhomes. A floorplan should feel right because of a functional layout that has a welcoming entrance attached to the living room and kitchen that makes it easy to entertain your loved ones.

7. GET PROFESSIONAL ADVICE

A real estate agent or interior designer may help you consider factors that aren’t yet tangible or seen with the naked eye.

Sometimes it can make a huge difference in our own decisions.

Happy house hunting!

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at ReMax House of Real Estate. He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca

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ADVICE | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

CALGARY NEAR TOP OF LIST OF PLACES TO INVEST IN ALBERTA heavily on the energy sector for its economic health.

WAYNE KARL

Well done, Calgary. A new report shows your city and Edmonton weathered the natural resource sector tumble well, and should begin recovery through 2018.

The analysis, contained in the Real Estate Investment Network’s (REIN) report Top Ten Towns and Cities in Alberta, says the provincial capital and the largest cities will lead the province in the next 12 to 18 months.

“Alberta had an amazing last couple of decades of economic and demographic growth,” REIN Senior Analyst and best-selling real estate author Don R. Campbell told NextHome. “In fact, they still have the highest average weekly wage in the country, despite it dropping significantly over the last two years. When you combine the decline in oil prices, the increase in the discount that Canadian oil is sold at, the inability for eastern Canada to see that buying oil from internationally questionable sources rather than from fellow Canadians... Alberta’s economy has struggled and so has its housing and rental markets.

“However, Edmonton has been protected from the worst of the downturn and will be the first to recover as the economy begins to re-ignite as its economy is much more diverse than other areas of the province.”

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The macro factors in the future of the real estate futures of the top 10 locations include: 1. International trade agreements (recently signed with the European Union, the TransPacific Partnership and the currently under renegotiation NAFTA deal) 2. Record low interest rates, and new mortgage rules enacted in 2016, impact the ability to source financing 3. National economic growth predicts a potential additional mortgage rate increase, so real estate financing may become even more expensive 4. The strength of the Canadian dollar drives the outlook for Alberta 5. Availability and access to alternative investments increased, but without the profit benefits available through real estate, investing and inflation rates indicate a healthy economy in Alberta Okotoks, Red Deer, Medicine Hat, Airdrie and Lacombe round out the remaining top 10 towns and cities.

REIN’s research and analysis points to non-reliance on the oil and gas industries, a growing, younger market and positive salary situations as landmarks for its predications.

This REIN report reminds investors to “seek the truth behind the hype and misinformation, and to dig deeper into other

THE TOP 10 • Edmonton • Calgary • Leduc • Fort Saskatchewan • Lethbridge • Okotoks • Red Deer • Medicine Hat • Airdrie • Lacombe

background factors that contribute to current economic conditions.”

Alberta experienced a tremendous economic downturn in mid-decade, and seeks a solid economic base to begin a longterm GDP growth trend.

Economic disorder resulted in an overall decrease in the expected drivers: property prices, property demand, rents, vacancies, rental demand, population growth, jobs and GDP. For investors who pay close attention, there is opportunity, but only with select property types and locations, REIN says.

Wayne Karl is an award-winning writer and editor with experience in real estate and business. In Fundamentally Speaking, Wayne explores the basics of buying property. He can be reached at wayne.karl@nexthome.ca or follow him on Twitter at Twitter.com/ WayneKarl

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As you look out onto the rolling hills, green spaces, playgrounds and castle-ruin inspired landscapes you’ll be transported to Old-World British Isles. But the moment you pass the community entrance, you have every modern convenience at your fingertips. It’s the best of both worlds – without compromise.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

BANKVIEW

by KAIT KUCY

FAST FACTS AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME

$71,882 FAMILY COMPOSITION

Bankview is an older neighbourhood located in the SW quadrant of Calgary that was established in 1908. The boundaries are 17th Avenue SW, 26th Avenue SW, 14th Street SW and 19th Street SW. It’s close to the bustling streetside restaurants, boutiques and conveniences of 17th Avenue SW. The corner of 14th Street SW and 17th Avenue is busy, busy, busy.

VIBE

Bankview is a hip and happening neighbourhood for people who love living where the action is. With new restaurants and boutiques opening in and around Bankview, this area is a great place to be if you love food and style. It’s an older neighbourhood that has a nice mix of heritage homes, infills, condos and apartments. If you love architecture, it’s a great place to explore.

MEET THE NEIGHBOURS

Residents are mostly students, young professionals, and young to middle-aged. According to the City of Calgary Municipal Census, the median household income was $32,474 and 31.4 per cent of residents were low income. Since this area is mostly condominiums

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and apartments, the majority of residents are renters. In 2000, it was reported that 80 per cent of all housing in Bankview was used for renting.

OWN VS. RENT

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DOLLARS & SENSE

Bankview is an above-average neighbourhood for rentals. It’s located in a high-traffic, dense area making it a desirable spot for people who want to live a busy, inner city lifestyle. When you look at the cost of a cup of coffee here, it varies between Starbucks’ prices and higher end cafe prices. You won’t find many cheap options in this area, but on the other hand, it isn’t the most expensive.

37% RENTERS

EDUCATION LEVELS

40% UNIVERSITY

34% HIGH SCHOOL

26% COLLEGE

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PLANES, TRAINS & AUTOMOBILES

Bankview is a pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly neighbourhood.

It is quite hilly, so expect a good daily workout. It has great public transportation with several buses running regularly from the area to downtown, and the downtown LRT stations. Despite the walkability of the area, many residents still do rely on cars as their main mode of transportation, which can make parking a struggle in such a dense area.

REAL ESTATE

Bankview is an older neighbourhood that does have a number of heritage homes in it, however in the 1950s, new developments took over and condos and apartments took their place. Now the area is mostly rentals and with some home ownership. Modern infills have also started popping up in the area since the early 2000s.

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7. QUARRY PARK By: Remington Developments CHAMPAGNE by Remington Developments THE GATES by Remington Developments GLADSTONE by Remington Developments

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EVENTS

NEW RESTAURANTS IN CALGARY TO TRY THIS FALL

by SARAH SUSSMAN

Calgary’s dining scene has seen some exciting new openings this fall. Here are some to check out.

Run Pig Run Run Pig Run has a menu chock full of mouth-watering piggy dishes such as pulled pork, pork chops, cracklings and plenty of bacon. The restaurant/bar is the brainchild and first solo venture of James Hughes, former regional director for Earls in southern Alberta.

Django Smokehouse Django Smokehouse just opened its doors at the historic Symons Valley Ranch. Restaurateur Witold Twardowski and chef Michael Scarcelli decided to take the space over with a wild west smokehouse concept. The menu features barbecue, all-day breakfast and pizzas made from Michael’s mom’s secret dough recipe.

Bread & Circus In September, UNA Pizza proprietors Jayme MacFayden and Kelly Black opened Bread & Circus in the space behind their UNA

Takeaway counter. Bread & Circus is a Roman trattoria specializing in northern Italian pasta dishes made with sustainable ingredients and traditional recipes.

Zero Issue Zero Issue is a comic-themed brewery and taproom and the labour of love for brothers Mark and Kirk MacDonald. Bring the whole family (the brewery is kidfriendly) and drop in for a pint of Nemesis IPA or Multiverse Pale Ale. From YP.ca. For more tips and city guides, visit yp.ca/tips

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TRICO LAUNCHES NEW TOWNHOMES WITH LEGACY COMMONS

An exciting new townhome development that is ideal for those who desire to be close to nature and appreciate having convenient amenities a stone’s throw away is being launched in the south Calgary community of Legacy.

Trico Homes is creating Legacy Commons, which encompasses 20, three-storey building blocks over 5.22 acres in Legacy located off of 210th Avenue at Macleod Trail S.E. The 139 townhomes feature two-and three-bedroom designs with garages and range from 1,141 to 1,178 sq. ft.

“We’re very excited about Legacy Commons; you’ll love entertaining in these spacious open concept threestorey homes,” says Marketing Manager Glenda Schwartz. “The 32 NextHome.ca

townhomes are fully landscaped with front patios, come complete with two-car garages and offer a variety of features and finishes designed to fit your versatile lifestyle.”

Legacy Common is located in “south Calgary’s fastest growing new community,” Schwartz says.

“Legacy is designed to ensure life’s necessities are always close to home with schools, playgrounds, walking paths, a community garden and a large future retail centre, as well as bus service that started in July.

“The community has 15 km of paved walking trails where residents can stroll past the two scenic ponds, playgrounds and manicured greenspaces and it borders 300 acres of protected

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environmental reserve land,” she adds. “It’s also minutes away from major shopping in neighbouring Shawnessy, major transportation routes, schools and the new South Campus hospital.”

Buyers will appreciate that Legacy Common offers wellappointed interiors that include granite or quartz countertops in kitchen and bathrooms, stainless steel appliances, stacking washer

and dryer in an upper floor laundry room, kitchen with an eating bar and pantry, nine-ft. ceilings on the main floor, private deck and patio with gas line hookup.

“You can also personalize your townhome by choosing from our choice of three different contemporary colour boards,” says Sales Associate Matthew Bultz, “and adding options and upgrades such as to luxury ceramic tile, vinyl plank flooring and a chimney style hood fan.”

The exterior is reminiscent of Arts & Crafts style with the feel of a modern cottage community, and it will be fully landscaped and feature a centrally located courtyard, to showcase trees, sitting areas and even more greenspace for homeowners to enjoy maintenance-free.

The project also offers an attractive starting price from the $270,000s plus GST and/or monthly payments from $1,275 per month. Trico also offers a Flexible Down Payment Program.

“Legacy Commons provides a much desired affordable housing option in Legacy geared to first-time and first move-up homebuyers,” Bultz says. “Our buyers will consist primarily of younger couples and singles who may still be living with their parents, or currently renting or looking to move up from their first apartment condo. The majority of our future buyers will live and work in southeast Calgary prior to their purchase and desire a maintenance-free lifestyle.”

For more information on Legacy Commons, visit the sales centre at 1619 Legacy Circle S.E., open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m. Call Matthew Bultz or Scarlette Cardoze at 403.474.6993 or visit legacycommons.ca NOV 10 - DEC 8, 2017 33

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BRIDGELAND 3. Bridgeland Crossings II by Gablecraft Homes liveat.bridgelandcrossings.com 4. Radius by Bucci Developments bucci.com/radius/ 5. Steps by Giustini Bridges Inc. 6. Bridgeland Hill by Gablecraft Homes liveatbridgelandhill.gablecrafthomes.ca

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12. EZRA by Birchwood ezraonrileypark.com 13. KENSINGTON by Bucci Developments bucci.com/Kensington/

MISSION 14. DUKE by Avi Urban aviurban.com

VICTORIA PARK 15. GUARDIAN by Hon Towers theguardiancalgary.com

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ADVICE | CONTEMPLATING CONDOMINIUMS

CONDO STYLES SO MANY FROM WHICH TO CHOOSE LINDA PALFI

Condominiums come in all types, sizes and shapes. There are several types of residential condos, and then a variety of styles available within those types. Let’s summarize your options as you consider your future condominium home.

The first condo to come to most people’s minds, of course, is an apartment. Variations on the apartment theme include fourstorey walk-ups, highrises served by elevators, and then penthouses.

Keep in mind that upon resale, the market has a bias in favour of views in highrises, and a bias against ground-floor suites. If you prefer ground-level, of course, this can save you money at purchase although, equally, it will somewhat limit the value when you need to sell.

The apartment condo home market also pays more – and tends to buy more quickly – homes that face more than one direction, and in which at least one side faces the sunny south. There is a slight bias against suites that face only north, although I’ve had buyers who specifically wanted north-facing.

Townhouse condos have even more variations than apartments.

Some of them have full basements, while others are built “concrete slab on-grade.” Having a basement adds value that will be reflected in the price per square foot for the above-grade area of the home. Townhouses also have more value if they are built in a single row, with light from both front and back. Other townhouse designs are “back-to-back,” so 36 NextHome.ca

the non-end units have windows facing only one direction.

In addition to all of these possible variations, townhouses can be built with every suite of two or three levels being vertically separate. Others are “stacked” three-storey buildings, with a bungalow suite on the ground floor, and a two-storey suite above. In some cases the bungalow extends under two back-to-back homes above, so the bungalow has windows front and back, but the homes above do not.

Some townhouses have driveunder parking for one or even two cars, while most have stall or carport parking. With all these variations, the value of each should be obvious, and they combine with location to create the market value of each home.

An increasingly popular condominium home type is retirement villas. These one-storey attached condo homes tend to be newer, are often alongside golf courses, and commonly have an age restriction, such as 55-plus.

Villas are often built as duplexes, so every home has windows on three sides. Other factors influencing value in villas will be the inside area and number of bedrooms or a den, whether the attached garage is for one or two cars, whether the basement (if it has one) is finished, and whether that basement has a walkout with

lots of windows.

Lastly, unattached singlefamily homes can be owned as condominiums. Called bare-land condos, these homes can be much like any other subdivision.

Firstly, be assured that you own the land as much as anyone does anywhere else. You also own the entire house that has been built on the land you own. But you also share ownership of the condominium corporation that has a package of service and maintenance agreements you sign on to when you buy.

In other words, it’s entirely your house, but you agree to exterior maintenance standards, and the work is done collectively to save money and maintain consistency. As well, you agree to jointly organized lawn cutting, landscaping and snow clearing.

All-in-all, it’s a house, but for a modest fee, you can travel for months, or golf, and outward appearances will be maintained.

Linda Palfi is a condominium specialist realtor with Greater Calgary Real Estate. She sits on multiple condo boards, and is a member of the Inquiry Committee of the Calgary Real Estate Board. Visit condosincalgary.com or call 403.998.7732

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CANADA’S REAL ESTATE SECTOR REMAINS RESILIENT While the Canadian real estate industry is still performing well, rebalancing portfolios, rethinking real estate and reinventing with technology will be the key to future success, according to the 2018 Emerging Trends in Real Estate report by PwC Canada and the Urban Land Institute (ULI).

“Our national and local economies are greatly impacted by the real estate sector and therefore a healthy industry is good for Canada,” says Frank Magliocco, national real estate leader, PwC Canada. “Rebalancing, rethinking, and reinventing real estate in an increasingly challenging environment is critical to be successful today, and those that are able to move quickly and leverage strategic partners will be the real winners.”

Demand to invest in real estate is taking place across the country. “From coast to coast we are seeing continued robust demand to invest in prime real estate in our cities, whether office buildings, industrial facilities, rental apartments and even retail,”

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says Wendy Waters of ULI British Columbia.

“Even in Alberta where there have been economic struggles, there has been continued investor interest in retail and multi-residential properties,” says Chair of ULI Alberta, Amy Vandervelde.

Higher prices, for both rental and ownership, are driving people to smaller cities in search of less costly housing options. These new communities are developing as governments are increasing their investments in transit hubs, connecting smaller cities and suburbs to urban centres.

The report also noted that data and technology are significantly impacting the real estate industry for consumers, investors and developers. According to the report, more than U.S.$2.9 billion is projected to be invested in real estate technology globally. Notable advances include consumers viewing properties using 3-D virtual tours and developers conceiving new communities and parks based on new digital design technology.

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ADVICE | MORTGAGE MOGUL

PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT

by JASON ELDRIDGE

Whether you have just recently purchased a home, or you are looking for your future property, for most people, having house insurance in place and installing a home security system are usually the only protections they arrange.

Granted, if you have a mortgage, you don’t have a lot of choice in the matter, as house/fire insurance is mandatory, and while many home security systems offer peace of mind against theft, fire, carbon monoxide and flooding, they also help reduce your home insurance premiums.

When it comes to purchasing a home, we are bombarded with making what seems like endless decisions. Just when you think homeownership is in sight, you are asked by your mortgage broker if you have considered taking life or disability insurance. At this stage, many people are prone to waiving any type of coverage due to the additional cost it will incur… but is this the right decision?

Let me start off by saying that I am not an insurance sales representative, nor am I licensed to sell insurance. However, I am mandated by RECA (Real Estate Council Of Alberta) and AMBA (Alberta Mortgage Brokers Association) to present clients with the most basic protection options for their mortgage. Having a financial planning background, I feel this is a value-added service that I can offer. If a client does wish to look at any of these options, I then complete a basic application with them and forward 44 NextHome.ca

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it to an insurance company. A licensed insurance professional then contacts the client to continue the process.

So why does one need insurance for a mortgage? The simple answer is to protect you and your family as well as your asset. There are life-changing events that can result in clients losing their homes due to a significant reduction in income, not allowing mortgage payments to take place, and resulting in either being forced to sell their home, or worse, the bank forecloses on their property.

In the event that a death should occur, it would be nice to know you have an insurance policy in place to either pay out the remaining balance of your mortgage, or a term policy that provides the beneficiary with a lump sum payment they may use to either manage the mortgage payments or pay off the mortgage in its entirety.

Imagine that you get injured in a freak accident, and it doesn’t

allow you to work and earn your regular income. For many folks, their employer offers short-term or long-term disability insurance.

On the surface, this sounds encouraging. The problem is, with many disability policies, you only get a percentage of your income while you are recovering. So the question is… Can you meet all of your financial obligations if you are receiving anything less than 100 per cent of your regular income?

If the answer is no, one alternative is to obtain additional disability coverage for such situations.

Until next month…

Jason Eldridge, P.F.P, B. Admin Mortgage Specialist, Axiom Mortgage Solutions (formerly Unisource Mortgage) Cell 403.630.1718, Fax 866.708.5807 Email jason@ axiommortgage.ca Web/apply online jason.axiommortgage.ca

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For the 11th year, Genworth Canada has launched its Meaning of Home contest to give grade 4, 5 and 6 students the opportunity to share their stories, videos and poems about what home means to them in support of Habitat for Humanity and local Habitats in communities across the country.

The winning student will be awarded a $50,000 donation toward a Habitat build of their

choice, in addition to a $1,000 donation to their school.

There are also 10 secondplace grants of $5,000 toward the winner’s local Habitat, plus for every entry received, Genworth will make a $10 donation to local Habitats from coast to coast.

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youth recognize the power they have to help change the world we live in not just tomorrow, but today as well,” says Mark Rodgers, president and CEO, Habitat for Humanity Canada. “Genworth Canada’s Meaning of Home contest allows students the opportunity to think about and to articulate what a home means to them.”

Since 2007, Genworth Canada’s Meaning of Home contest has provided more than $1 million in funding to Habitat for Humanity across Canada. The contest began Oct. 10 and ends Nov. 30, 2017.

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Q+A WITH DAVID BEARS, DIRECTOR, PROGRAMS, BILD CALGARY REGION

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CALGARY HAS HAD ITS HANDS FULL. A PROLONGED ECONOMIC SLUMP, A CONTROVERSIAL DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL, A RECENT MUNICIPAL ELECTION AND THE MERGER OF ITS TWO REPRESENTATIVE HOME BUILDING BODIES. PROGRESS, IT SEEMS, HAS BEEN MADE ON ALL FRONTS. NextHome: BILD Calgary Region is

the result of the amalgamation last year of Canadian Home Builders’ Association – Calgary Region and Urban Development Institute – Calgary, with the goal to create a unified voice to better serve the building industry in Calgary and the region. How is it going?

David Bears: We are very busy.

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respective places at dozens upon dozens of tables, task forces, working groups, advisory panels at regional and municipal offices and forums. Amalgamation was more about efficiency and efficacy than ease, so the new association is already realizing its objectives.

There is more work to do and work that can be done because of our amalgamation, and that, I believe was the point of the exercise.

NH: How difficult was it to bring

two groups together to now work with one common goal?

DB: The goals of the two former organizations, UDI Calgary and CHBA - Calgary Region paralleled each other quite closely. We were very collaborative and spent a good deal of our time at the same tables, even the same events, so it has taken a much less rocky path as is the perceived norm. There have been a few challenges along the way, of course. We have lost some good people through natural attrition, but we have also gained new talented staff and the same applies to our membership.

As far as our respective memberships went, there was a great deal of crossover between the two associations so that has helped. Our combined membership consists of builders, developers, renovators, suppliers, manufacturers, trades, consultants and professionals.

They are successful as businesses because their leadership has the sophisticated perspective that acknowledges any positive influence the association’s work has for any particular group and also delivers a positive stimulus to them as well. There are many specialized disciplines involved, but it is still only one big industry.

NH: Besides the prolonged slump in the economy and housing market, what are the biggest challenges home builders in Calgary are facing?

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it influences everything. Most of our members have been through similar conditions before, though some economic downturns in recent past feel more like rehearsals to this one. One of the looming threats is a skill shortage.

Most companies have fought hard to retain their skilled workers, but because of that prolonged slump, it was not always possible. Many skilled individuals have been lost to other occupations and some have relocated to other regions.

Finding skilled labour has been and continues to be a challenge.

Just because an economy may be bearish, legislators still legislate; policy makers still pump out policy; supply chain links falter. Resulting challenges are addressed continually. For the most part, optimism prevails, and with experience working in our particular region, most home builders are holding their own and their partners within the local industry are doing the same.

NH: And how are the economy and housing market doing, as we look toward the end of the year?

DB: I’m certainly not the industry soothsayer, but our Economic Advisory Committee has stated a position of cautious optimism.

Overall, we are still in a protracted recovery period and as the second largest industry in the Calgary region, our condition is inextricably tied to the first largest industry here. We are seeing the return of some confidence on the part of consumers, but we also have a sizable portion of the local population that is not currently in the position to participate. For those who can, I remind you that now is a great time to buy a new home!

NH: How is the Smarter Growth Initiative doing?

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DB: I am very proud of what the association has done with the Smarter Growth Initiative. It tells the story of community and home building and facts behind development-related matters like housing affordability, land supply, policy changes, innovation, smart growth and more. It serves the public as well as decision makers by providing balanced, researched-based information on issues surrounding planning and development. The website (smartergrowth.ca) was recently refreshed, so if anyone is curious about how the transformation from “dirt to doorstep” happens, it’s a great site to surf.

NH: Its goal is to raise awareness among Calgarians about growth and development challenges. It’s early days yet, but how well is the Initiative meeting this objective?

DB: Very well. We have received a lot of very positive feedback.

Some of my colleagues (met with) candidates in the (recent) 2017 civic elections, and we were extremely pleased with the number of candidates who have not only heard of SGI but how many of them use the program as an educational tool to help build out their platforms.

NH: In the recent election, what other development matters were issues, besides the arena proposal?

DB: There are a number of election issues that surround our industry. More than 80 per cent of all councilors’ work will

have something to do with our industry. Area structure plans, growth management boards, the Municipal Government Act and City Charters are some of the bigger topics... The redevelopment or revitalization of Calgary’s downtown core, and always, secondary suites.

NH: Your take on the arena controversy? If it can all be sorted out, Edmonton is a living example of how significant an impact such downtown revitalization can have on a city…

DB: Edmonton does provide an inspirational model of how a major or anchor attraction can be a catalyst for revitalization, but my instincts also tell me the environment and influences in place, as their community made the decision and built the facility and fostered that revitalization, was not identical to the environment in Calgary now.

I am not stating that these things fall in place through serendipity and can never happen again. We just need to keep in mind that we should not expect to enjoy identical outcomes to their unique and encouraging results.

Personally, I love great public gathering spaces and innovative architecture. I cannot help but believe that a new more versatile arena and fieldhouse will bolster the city’s image. Would either one represent the proverbial phoenix sending the message that we are still on the world map and going to overcome? It is a romantic notion, but yes, I think they would.

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NEW RULES WILL PROTECT ALBERTA CONDO BUYERS

by MARLENE EISNER

Future condo buyers in Calgary will soon be able to feel more secure in their purchase when the first set of government-approved regulations goes into effect in the new year. The first stage of amendments, effective Jan. 1, 2018, is focused on protecting condo buyers after they’ve committed to purchasing a new or converted property.

The regulations were guided by feedback from condominium owners, developers, managers, legal and real estate professionals, as well as business and industry associations.

“Albertans deserve to be protected when making a big purchase like a home or investment property,” says Minister of Service, Alberta, Stephanie McLean. ”Today, we have taken the first steps toward reassuring Albertans that their investments are properly looked after, so they can feel confident when investing in the condo market.”

The Jan. 1 regulations include broadening the information developers must disclose to elected boards when the boards take over control of the corporation, such as technical documents and financial information. As well, agreements that can be terminated by the first elected board of a condo will be expanded to better protect condo owners from being stuck with poorly negotiated agreements, including landscaping and maintenance. The new rules will formally recognize ways in 54 NextHome.ca

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which an owner may call special meetings of the corporation, and the government will have additional inspection powers and the ability to issue fines to developers, if the rules are not being followed.

Coming into effect in April are rules that will require developers to give buyers an occupancy date so they know when their units will be ready, and concrete remedies, including the ability to end a contract, when the unit is not ready on time. As well, developers will have to provide more information to condo buyers, including materials to be used to finish the condo and other fees that the developer will charge the purchaser. The new rules will require the purchaser’s trust money to be held by a lawyer instead of the developer, and create specific rules about how it’s handled. There will also be a process in place for condo

corporations to recover costs directly from the developer when the developer has deliberately underestimated expenses for things like heating, maintenance and management during the marketing process.

“Condo owners in Alberta have been eagerly anticipating these changes,” says Terry Gibson from the Condo Owners Forum Society of Alberta. “The new rules give us more options and more information up front, and help us better protect our investments.”

A second set of regulations focused on improving condo living is underway. The government recently closed an online survey that invited the public to provide feedback on issues ranging from how meetings are run and how votes take place, and who should repair units and pay for insurance, to how reserve funds are managed and what kind of say owners get in the rules the board makes.

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Mattamy Homes............................................................................................................................... 1, 2, 11-13 Cityscape - Mattamy Homes.................................................................................................................................................2 Copperfield Park III - Brad Remington Homes................................................................................................................25 Crestmont - Qualico Communities ...................................................................................................................................24 Evanston - Qualico Communities ......................................................................................................................................19 The Gates of Hillcrest - Mattamy Homes ...........................................................................................................................2 The Guardian - Hon Towers Ltd. ........................................................................................................................................34 Heartland - Excel Homes .....................................................................................................................................................53 Heartland - JaymanBUILT ...................................................................................................................................................52 Hillcrest - Apex Land ........................................................................................................................................................... 49 Hillcrest - Excel Homes ........................................................................................................................................................43 King’s Heights - Homes by Avi ............................................................................................................................................28 The Ladera in Nolan Hill - Shane Homes .................................................................................................................... 16-17 Legacy Commons - Trico Homes .........................................................................................................................30, 32-33 Legacy Park - Brad Remington Homes ............................................................................................................................ 60 Livingston - Homes by Avi ...................................................................................................................................................41 Mark 101 - Shane Homes .....................................................................................................................................................14 Mahogany - Excel Homes ....................................................................................................................................................29 Midtown - Excel Homes .......................................................................................................................................................43 Midtown - Shane Homes ....................................................................................................................................................... 3 Midtown - Wenzel Developments ....................................................................................................................................... 5 Mountainview - Apex Land ..................................................................................................................................................56 Mountainview - Excel Homes .............................................................................................................................................55 Nolan Hill - United Communities ......................................................................................................................................23 Ravenswood - Qualico Communities ...............................................................................................................................42 Radius - Bucci .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Redstone - Qualico Communities .......................................................................................................................................4 The Rise at Westgrove Estates - Bri-Mor Developments ..............................................................................................27 Riviera - JaymanBUILT .........................................................................................................................................................52 Savanna - Homes by Avi.......................................................................................................................................................41 Savanna - Excel Homes ........................................................................................................................................................39 Seton - Brookfield Residential............................................................................................................................................ 31 Smith - Grosvenor Developments ....................................................................................................................................... 7 Southpoint - Vesta ................................................................................................................................................................47 Southwinds - Mattamy Homes .............................................................................................................................................2 Sunset Ridge - Excel Homes ...............................................................................................................................................53 Sunset Ridge - JaymanBUILT ..............................................................................................................................................52 Symon’s Gate - Brookfield Residential .............................................................................................................................59 Verona - Trico Communities ...............................................................................................................................................18 Vista Crossing - Dream Developments ............................................................................................................................ 46 Walden - Excel Homes .........................................................................................................................................................29 Walden - Homes by Avi ........................................................................................................................................................28 Zen Ravenswood - Avalon Master Builder .......................................................................................................................42 Zen Redstone - 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