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QUALICO COMMUNITIES

Practice makes perfect Qualico offers 65 years of experience

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ommitted to building a legacy of stability, strength and leadership, Qualico has been creating desirable master-planned communities across Canada and the U.S. with one thing in mind – you.

“For 65 years Qualico has been building the highest quality communities,” says Emilie Kittell, marketing and communications assistant, Qualico Communities. “Our communities are built with an intuitive sense of community that nurtures families, individuals and friendships.”

Qualico’s success lies in its ability to produce communities that include strong builder groups, green spaces, pathways, parks, other amenities.

As one of the largest land developers in the Calgary area, Qualico has crafted more than 30 communities, and is currently developing six more, all featuring Qualico’s builder group – Augusta Fine Homes, Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes and Sterling Homes.

RAVENSWOOD Located on Airdrie’s southeast side, Ravenswood offers home styles to suit a variety of buyer’s needs and budgets from multi-family, duplexes and lane homes to front attached garage homes and semi-estate homes priced from the $250,000s.

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“Ravenswood is built in an established area that is amenity rich and features retail and dining options and pathways and parks,” Kittell says. It’s home to École francophone d’Airdrie school and a new K-8 school will open in fall 2017. It’s also minutes from Highway 2 and CrossIron Mills.

REDSTONE Located in northeast Calgary, Redstone recently opened its participark that features playground and fitness equipment for people of all ages to enjoy.

“Homes are designed for families at every stage of life,” Kittell says. Builders are offering multi-family, duplexes, detached and front-attached garage homes priced from $285,000s.

Redstone is a walkable community with pathways, future LRT station and a future commercial site. It offers easy access to Stoney, Metis and Deerfoot Trails and Country Hills Boulevard. It is minutes from shops, services and more at CrossIron Mills.

EVANSTON Nestled in scenic Symons Valley in northwest Calgary, Evanston is designed with a vision of harmonious living

– a place that embraces prairie-values, environment and atmosphere where families can flourish.

The community features open spaces, ponds, pathways, parks and neighbourhood shopping including grocery stores, yoga studio, dentists and more. Two elementary schools are scheduled to open this year.

Builders are crafting multi-family, duplexes, lane and front-attached garage homes priced from the $240,000s.

DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO Surrounded by a scenic prairie landscape in Calgary’s southwest and offering spectacular views of Spruce Meadows and Radio Tower Creek, Silverado’s Dressage exudes style, elegance and grace catering to those with the most refined tastes.

Builders are currently selling in the final phase and are crafting estate, semi-estate and move-up homes starting from the $550,00s and multi-family priced from the $370,000s.

“Two new schools – a K-4 public and K-9 Catholic – will open in fall 2017. Additionally, the community features neighbourhood conveniences and 28,707 linear feet of pathways,” Kittell says. It’s close to amenities in Shawnessy with easy access to Macleod and Stoney Trails.

HARMONY This new master-planned lake community is set in the heart of Springbank and “brings together the best of both urban and rural experience within a remarkable, historic place that is neither the suburb nor city centre,” Kittell says.

The community will features the Mickelson National Golf Course, amazing mountain views, pathways, a central park, village centre and a beach and clubhouse along the 140-acre lake and wetland ideal for boating, fishing and swimming.

Builders are crafting character and estate homes from the $690,000s.

CRESTMONT Tucked into southwest Calgary just off of the Trans-Canada Highway, Crestmont is a beautiful, secluded community that provides the perfect escape from the hectic city life, while remaining close to city amenities.

It offers great views of the Rocky Mountains and Bow River, a splash park and easy access to amenities. Augusta is the exclusive builder crafting semi-estates from the $850,000s.

For more information on Qualico’s communities, visit www.qualicocommunities.com/calgary.

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Calgary, your time will come again

The idea of buying a home in a challenged economy can be nerve-wracking. Softening demographic fundamentals, declining prices and potential oversupply can strike fear into the hearts of even the most prepared homebuyers.

For some, however, it means one thing: opportunity.

There’s no hiding the fact that the Calgary economy and housing market have seen better days. Recently released civic census statistics show the extent of the damage the provincial recession has had on local demographics. More people left Calgary in the 12 months ending April 2016 than moved into the area – the first net outflow since 2010, and only the second such occurrence in the past 25 years.

In its latest Housing Trends and Affordability report, RBC Economics Research highlights that such conditions also equate to improving affordability. (To underline just how important affordability – or lack thereof – can be, spend some time researching the topic in the context of Vancouver or Toronto.)

“Attractive housing affordability conditions could help stimulate the market when confidence does return,” says Craig Wright, RBC chief economist.

So, prospective homebuyers in Calgary – conditions are in your favour. Calgary has been there, done that, when it comes to weathering economic storms. If you look at long-term price performance in the city, you’ll see this latest slowdown could just be a pause that cracks open some windows of opportunity.

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DREAM DEVELOPMENT - VISTA CROSSING

Dream Day celebrates the opening of

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magine relaxing after a hard day’s work on your front porch enjoying a chat with a neighbour, watching your kids ride their bikes along the street or just taking a moment to enjoy the peace – it’s the type of laid-back lifestyle and small town feel you can expect in Vista Crossing.

Vista Crossing by Dream Development is the first truly master-planned community in Crossfield that will be comprised of nine phases and eventually become home to 2,900 residents.

Dream Development celebrated the grand opening of the community and seven showhomes on September 10th during its annual Dream Day event, which was also held simultaneously in other Dream communities in Toronto, Regina and Saskatoon.

“We were really excited to include one of our Calgary communities in Dream Day for the first time, which is always coloured with a local flavour and in our case was a fall festival style event to give people a chance to not only experience the community and showhomes, but to enjoy fun activities such as a petting zoo, classic car show, live music, rides and refreshments,” says Michael Tandara, director of marketing. “And the event was ideal for showcasing the small town feel of Vista Crossing and Crossfield.”

The event also gave Dream Development an opportunity to introduce its home-building division, Homes by Dream, which is building character (lane) homes for the first time in the Calgary region in Vista Crossing.

These character homes blend affordability with style

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Along with beautiful homes, Vista Crossing will include 20 acres of parkland with over four kilometres of walking trails and five acres of protected wetland.

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and design typically seen in higher end homes, with a key feature being an expansive front porch creating a welcoming, “get to know your neighbours” feel.

These homes offer two styles – bungalows from 1000 sq. ft. and twostoreys from 1250 to 1500 sq. ft. on 32-ft. wide lots averaging 130- to 150ft. deep and starting at an impressive $339,000 with GST, front and rear yard landscaping and fencing included.

Dream has four showhomes now open for viewing in Phase 1.

Other builders in Phase 1 include McKee Homes, a longstanding local favourite, and ReidBuilt Homes, which is well regarded for building luxurious homes at an exceptional value throughout the Calgary area. Both builders are offering front-attached garage product on level 40-ft. wide lots and on 47-ft. wide walkout lots that back onto the ponds or wetland priced from the low $400,000s. McKee has one bungalow and one two-storey showhome, while ReidBuilt has a twostorey showhome.

“Vista Crossing will offer ‘Sears

Robuck Catalogue’-inspired architecture emphasizing large front verandahs, timeless details and charming streetscapes,” Tandara explains. From townhomes (which will be arriving next year) and character homes, to move-up and semi-estate homes backing onto the parks and wetland, the community will be crafted with intergenerational living in mind.

Along with beautiful homes, Vista Crossing will include 20 acres of parkland with over four kilometres of walking trails and five acres of protected wetland. Tandara says it’s particularly important to Dream to ensure Vista Crossing is a “parks first” community, and as such Phase 1 includes not only a protected wetland area, but several sections of parkland and the community’s main playground park along Amery Green.

“We’re going beyond just moving dirt and building homes. Vista Crossing is about family and lifestyle; it’s a journey back to what’s best about small town living – being able to walk your kids to school, getting away from the noise, the gridlock, the

traffic jams, the rat race of the city – yet Crossfield is forward thinking,” Tandara says, adding it also is just a 35-minute commute to downtown Calgary with convenient access to Calgary’s northern employment centres, CrossIron Mills mall and the various shops, services and restaurants in Airdrie and the airport.

“While it’s technically further away than competing communities in Airdrie, during peak commute times you’re going to be flying right past the traffic jams in Airdrie and getting home in as quick, if not quicker, a time,” he notes.

Beyond developing Vista Crossing, Dream is engaging the community by putting together a cookbook for Crossfield this fall filled with recipes from local residents and will participate in the Christmas market.

For more information on the community, visit the showhomes open Monday to Thursday, 4-8 p.m., weekends and holidays, noon-5 p.m., and Fridays by appointment only, or visit vistacrossing.ca.

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DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes, Arcuri Homes

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WALTON DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT LP - CORNERSTONE

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uilding on the overwhelming success of SkyView Ranch, Walton Development and Management is adding another chapter in the story that is changing the face of Calgary’s northeast with the launch of its newest community of Cornerstone.

“We’re really excited to continue in the New North with Cornerstone, one of the largest communities in northeast Calgary at over 1,000 acres,” says Kendra Milne, vice-president of marketing. “Cornerstone will be located immediately east of our SkyView Ranch and we’re looking forward to building on its success.

“Five distinct neighbourhoods will come together in Cornerstone (Gate, Park, Point, Ridge and View), and there will be five major access points into the community,” Milne says, noting that the community is bordered by Stony Trail to the north and east, 96 Avenue to the south, 60 Street to the west and Country Hills Boulevard will be integrated into the design.

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“Cornerstone will also have Calgary’s first major activity centre (MAC), which combines commercial, residential, retail and transit access in one centre,” she says. “It will create over 3,000 jobs and be adjacent to the next planned stop on the northeast LRT line. It will really be a major hub for a lot of activity in the northeast.”

The community, which is expected to be built over the next 15 to 20 years and be home to more than 30,000 residents, will also offer 180 acres of preserved natural wetlands, 14 km of regional pathways and Calgary’s first regional park in the northeast quadrant.

Walton plans to host a community grand opening on Oct. 15, but has already launched presales in the first phase in Cornerstone’s first neighbourhood – Gate – which will be at the heart of the community.

Cornerstone’s Gate has 500-plus lots available in the first phase and offers new-home buyers a great selection of single-family housing styles – front drive garage, duplex,

street oriented townhomes, zero lot line homes with front or rear garage, and a unique, new home style in its courtyard-style homes.

“We’re thrilled about being able showcase these courtyard homes, which will be crafted by Jayman (BUILT),” Milne says. “It will be a very different style… a rear drive home with interior courtyard space, so buyers will have a lot of choice in the first phase. Eventually, Cornerstone’s Gate will offer a selection multi-family housing types and will be home to the MAC.” Along with Jayman, builders in this first phase include Morrison Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Shane Homes and Truman Homes. The builders will also have showhomes available in the various product lines and the grand opening of all 28 showhomes will coincide with the community’s grand opening on Oct. 15.

The architectural styling for Cornerstone is a modern take on the Prairie style with Cornerstone’s Gate also taking elements from the popular Modern style, which combined with a nice selection of colours will present an exciting streetscape. As the community progresses into the other four neighbourhoods, Milne says, each will feature the Prairie style, but also include modern elements from other styles such as Tudor and Craftsman.

“The scope of the northeast has been changing in recent years making it a really desirable place to live,” she says. “People are choosing the

northeast because it has so much to offer.”

Cornerstone residents will be able to enjoy nearby schools, the LRT and shops, services, restaurants and more at CrossIron Mills mall, and have easy access to major routes such as Stony and Metis Trails. As well, the evergrowing industrial, commercial and retail opportunities around the airport for both employment and shopping are

minutes away, with Peter Lougheed hospital and more amenities at Sunridge, Deerfoot City and in Country Hills within easy reach.

To learn more about Cornerstone, visit the newly launched website, liveatcornerstone.ca

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DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Jayman BUILT, Janssen, Calbridge, Landmark Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi www.liveinsunsetridge.ca

04 RIVERSONG

DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Jayman BUILT, Trico Homes

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08 HEARTLAND

DEVELOPER: Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Jayman BUILT www.heartlandcochrane.com

DEVELOPER: Medallion Development Corp.

BUILDERS: Prominent, Modena, Cornerstone, Brooklyn, Astoria Custom Homes

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DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes and Sterling Homes www.thewillowscochrane.com

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DEVELOPER: MGM Developments.

BUILDERS: Mapleland Homes, Kingsmith Homes

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HEARTLAND IN COCHRANE

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WITH THE CHARM OF SMALL-TOWN LIVING, a peaceful, natural setting and a family-friendly vibe it’s no wonder people are falling in love with Heartland, a picturesque community being created by APEX Developments in Cochrane.

“People love the small town feel and the friendliness of Heartland,” says Kayla-Rae Maurer, land administrator with APEX. “It’s a family-oriented community that offers a laid-back country feel yet you have all the amenities close at hand. A lot of people are moving here because of the lifestyle, affordability and the value – they can get more house or a bigger yard for their dollar.”

Heartland welcomes residents and visitors alike with extra wide centre medians that are extensively landscaped with aspen trees and river rock. The community features an abundance of green space and pathways and a neighbourhood convenience site.

Currently building in Phase 2, Excel Homes and Jayman BUILT are crafting single-family, double front drive garage homes ranging from 1,528 to more than 2,500 sq. ft. starting from the $350,000s. While Birchwood Homes is building Brand Townhomes, which consists of two- and three-storey townhomes with attached garages starting in the $240,000s.

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“We’re really excited to be hosting the Grand Opening of four new single-family showhomes and Brand’s presentation centre on September 24 from noon to 4 p.m.”

— Maurer says To celebrate the grand opening there will be lunch and refreshments by three food trucks – The Raw Juice Co, Jane Bond BBQ and The Sugar Cube – as well as the Butter Field Acres Farm Experience, pony rides, face painting, Wild Radio and grand prize draws.

Excel has two new showhomes – Edendale, a 1,918 -sq.-ft. two-storey, and Radison, a 2,046-sq.-ft. two-storey – and a presentation centre so you can make selections on site. Jayman has the 2,001-sq.-ft. Dakota and the 1,938-sq.-ft. Nitro showhomes.

A major appeal to Heartland is its convenient location being the gateway to Banff and Kananaskis Country, a five-minute walk to the river, minutes from an abundance of amenities in Cochrane and an easy 20-minute drive to Calgary.

For more information on Heartland, visit the showhomes open Monday to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon-5 p.m., or visit www.heartlandcochrane.com.

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FALL 2016 EVENT LISTING Sept. 1 COOPER’S CROSSING IN AIRDRIE Sept. 1, 2016 Cooper’s Crossing School A K-4 school opens

Sept. 10 to Oct 1 CARDEL PARK + POLISH 2016 Sept. 10, 2016 9am – 3pm 180 Quarry Park Blvd. SE This year’s Cardel Park + Polish is shaping up to be another great one. We’re expecting hundreds of families and exhibitors for a high-revving day of great prizes and some of the coolest rides you’ll ever see. Formerly Quarry Park + Polish, Cardel Park + Polish attracts auto aficionados from all over for this special one-day event with 100 per cent of all proceeds going directly to MADD. cardelparkandpolish.com WALDEN SHOW HOME OPENINGS Cardel Homes will be opening the Single Family sales centre on Saturday, Sept. 17 2016 cardelhomes.com/calgary/ communities/walden Genstars’ grand opening for the new parade will be Saturday, Sept. 24 2016 Cardel will have a Food truck: Roadtissuerire, located at the Walden Semi’s sales centre – 14/16 Walgrove Dr.

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SHAWNEE TOUR OF HOMES EVENT Oct. 1, 2016 Noon – 4 707 Shawnee Dr. 2 food trucks: Bento Burrito & Purple Pastry 4 quick possessions and showhome to view SAVANNA PAIRED SHOWHOME OPENING Oct. 1, 2016 264/268 Savanna Rd.

Sept. 10 to Oct. 15 HOPEWELL RESIDENTIAL Hopewell’s New Paired Show Home Grand Opening Sept. 10 Mahogany Event details: hopewellresidential.com/calgary/ paired-grand-opening/ Hopewell’s New Front Garage Show Home Opening Sept. 24 Mahogany Event details hopewellresidential.com/calgary Hopewell’s Sandgate Show Suites Grand Opening (Condos) Oct. 15 Mahogany Event details hopewellresidential.com/calgary

Sept. 18 MIDTOWN IN AIRDRIE GRAND OPENING Sunday, Sept. 18 Noon - 4pm Homestyles for all – 15 showhomes now open

Sept. 25 QUALICO COMMUNITIES Ravenswood Show Home Event Sunday, Sept. 25 Noon – 4pm ravenswoodairdrie.ca/event

Sept. 17 to Oct. 1 SAVOUR THE SEASON IN NOLAN HILL – UNITED COMMUNITIES This fall, discover Nolan Hill as it enters its final phase. And enjoy a warm meal for a good cause.

Food truck menu items will be $2 and all proceeds will support Inn from the Cold. For more info closer to the events check out our FB page. facebook.com/ nolanhillshowhomes Sept. 17 The Noodle Bus Sept. 24 The H’Appy Truck Oct. 1 Take it and Go – East African Cuisine

Sept. 24 HEARTLAND IN COCHRANE Sept. 24, 2016 Showhome Grand Opening – 3 food trucks

CALGARY & AREA Sept. 24 to Oct. 1 JAYMAN BUILT Jayman BUILT Courtyard showhomes open in Cornerstone Sept. 24 Jayman BUILT Laned showhomes open in Cornerstone Oct. 1 CALBRIDGE HOMES Vantage Fireside Townhomes in Cochrane – Calbridge Homes

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Sept. 24 to Nov. 5 HOME SCHOOL

BY MORRISON HOMES Workshops and events with valuable information for today’s homebuyer Visit: morrisonhomes.ca/ homeschoolyyc Sept. 24 Auburn Bay Duplex Showhomes – Workshop: Homebuilding one Oct. 1 Symons Gate Showhomes – Workshop: Selling and Staging Your Home

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BY MORRISON (CONTINUED) Oct. 22 Legacy Showhomes – Workshop: Staging and Decorating Your Home Oct. 29 Mahogany Showhomes – Workshop: Staging and Decorating Your Home Nov. 5 Nolan Hill Showhomes – Workshop: Selling and Staging Your Home

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Oct. 15 WALTON DEVELOPMENTS Cornerstone Community Grand Opening!

28 new showhomes Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016 Noon – 5pm Cornerstone, NE Calgary Walton Development and Management L.P. liveatcornerstone.ca

WATERMARK FALL FESTIVAL – MACDONALD DEVELOPMENT CORP. Come see our Farmers Market, Street Festival and Showhome Parade!

Saturday, Oct. 1 11am to 5pm Farmers market, food trucks (11am to 3pm), bouncy slide, face painters, horse drawn carriage rides, live music and more! Fun for the whole family!

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1 Auburn Bay Showhomes: Auburn Bay Blvd. SE Auburn Sound Manor SE Auburn Bay Gardens Developer: Carma Builders: Heartland Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Baywest Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT | Albi Homes | Morrison Homes

2 Copperfield Developer: Hopewell Residential Communities Builders: Broadview Homes | Coco Homes Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes

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3 Cranston Developer: Carma Builders: Albi Homes | Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Trico Homes

Cranston Estates Showhomes: Corner of Cranston Ave.& Cranarch Rd.

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6 McKenzie Towne Developer: Carma

ELGIN VILLAGE Showhomes: Elgin Meadows Green SE. Elgin Estates Park SE. Builders: Cardel Homes | Homes by Avi | Albi Homes | Heartland Homes VILLAGE OF PRESTWICK Showhomes: Prestwick Blvd SE. Builders: Cedarglen Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT

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DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, California Homes, Avi Urban, Cedarglen Homes www.waldenliving.ca

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DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDER: Mosaic Townhomes: Brookfield Residential www.livemckenzietowne.com

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COMMUNITY THAT OFFERS A WIDE RANGE OF already established amenities and housing types to suit everyone’s needs and lifestyle is luring buyers to southeast Calgary.

Crafted by Genstar Development Company, Walden has grown by leaps and bounds as buyers embrace the opportunity to enjoy parks and pathways, shops and services as well as having easy access in and out.

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“We’re getting a great response from families who love that they can start fresh in an established community,” says development manager Kelly Schmalz. “They like coming home, parking the car and being able to walk to stores or along pathways … and that’s a huge part of what sets Walden apart. We have the pathways, parks, playgrounds, neighbourhood commercial and more already established.”

“Walden has become a vibrant, family-oriented community and it offers a great selection of housing styles to choose from in every market segment,” says development manager Patrick Briscoe. “Last year we were able to launch multi-family projects with townhomes and this year we have condo apartments being offered for the first time.”

Cardel Lifestyles is generating a lot of interest with Walden Place, which consists of apartment-style condos in six buildings featuring one- and two-bedroom suites along with 40 townhomes offering a wide range of floor plans. The apartment-style condos present an incredible starting price in the $130,000s.

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This project joins two other multi-family developments that are seeing tremendous success in Walden: Avi Urban’s Jackson featuring three-storey townhomes with two-car attached garages in Phase 21; and Rockford Developments’ Axis, which offers townhomes with garages in Phase 19.

“Rockford is the newest launch, which features a very modern styles, and has opened new showhomes,” Schmalz says. “Avi Urban offers a contemporary Modern Farmhouse style, while Cardel’s style is more Craftsman, but all the townhomes are getting lots of interest and they’re priced affordably from the low $200,000s.

“We’re also excited about launching three new phases – Phase 27, 28 and 29 – and hosting a grand opening of 16 new showhomes on September 24th,” she says, noting the showhomes are more centralized to make it easier for the public to view them all.

In Phase 28, Cardel Homes, Cedarglen Homes and Homes by Avi, will be building front attached garage homes and have two showhomes each on Walden Grove

Terrace. Also in Phase 28, a new park, which includes a natural tree stand, was being developed over the summer expected to be completed for the grand opening.

Excel Homes will be offering semi-detached and zero lot line homes in Phase 27 and has four showhomes on display. Also in Phase 27, Homes by Avi is building duplex homes and has two showhomes, while Cardel is crafting semi-detached homes and has four showhomes. All of these showhomes are at the corner of 210 Avenue and West Grove Drive.

As well, a portion of a naturalized storm water/wetland area close to Phases 27 and 28 will be developed this year, which will eventually include a cycle/pedestrian pathway that will go around this water feature and have mileage markers so runners can track their distance.

Activity is also continuing in Walden’s semi-estate offering with California Homes building semi-estates in Phases 23. “California Homes is a unique builder that crafts a beautiful custom product and they have showhomes that are pretty amazing with fabulous

features,” Schmalz says, adding that this phase is winding down so there are a limited number of lots remaining.

A major benefit for residents is the Gates of Walden, which includes a wide range of neighbourhood conveniences such as Save-On-Foods and Shopper’s Drug Mart. There is also a 65-acre, 700,000-sq.-ft. regional commercial centre earmarked to go along 210 Avenue S.E. “that will be a major amenity for Walden and we hope to see it started soon,” Briscoe says.

Walden residents enjoy having quick access to Macleod and Stoney Trails, as well as to Deerfoot Trail; being close to a variety of amenities on Macleod Trail and in Shawnessy; and being just five minutes from the Somerset LRT. Calgary Transit offers bus service in Walden, and Briscoe notes that “a number of our residents are taking it to work or to Shawnessy for shopping and the LRT.” For more information on Walden, visit the showhomes, open Monday to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon-5 p.m., or visit waldenliving.ca.

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DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Albi Homes

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DEVELOPER: Pollyco Developments BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Canterra custom homes, Sterling Homes, Lifestyle Homes, Douglas Homes, Westridge Fine Homes, Broadview Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Sunstar Homes, Jager Homes

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DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Broadview Homes

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DEVELOPER: Hanson Park Developments BUILDERS: Canaco Homes Ltd, Ovation Homes Ltd, Douglas Homes

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DEVELOPER: Cancorp Property Group Inc. BUILDERS: Carpenter Homes, Paradyme Homes, Aquilla Homes and Canterra Custom Homes

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Advice | MORTGAGE ADVICE

5 ways to make buying a home more affordable

By Alyssa Furtado

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A RECENT BMO SURVEY FINDS nearly

one-third of Millennials don’t think they’ll ever be able to afford a home. Although many believe they can’t afford to buy, it is possible.

Here are some tips on how to make purchasing a home less costly: Save: Setting realistic financial expectations, creating a savings plan and establishing a budget for before and after the purchase can help determine what is truly affordable Use a mortgage affordability calculator to determine what your purchase price can be and understand all the costs involved in buying a home. Think not only of the down payment and mortgage payments, but also of the taxes, insurance, and upkeep you’re going to have to pay. The nest egg you accumulate by being frugal and resourceful shows lenders that you’re responsible, making it easier to qualify for the best mortgage rates available.

Saving doesn’t mean giving up every pleasure in life. It implies a degree of moderation and discipline. Think of your future home as a monthly bill now and put aside a little bit each month.

Pay close attention to your credit score as well. Missing even one credit card payment can stay on your credit reports for as long as 10 years and affect your dream of owning a home.

Avoid a high-ratio mortgage: A highratio mortgage is when a buyer makes a down payment of less than 20 per cent.

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they’ll also need to pay for mortgage default insurance.

The less money you put down, the higher your mortgage insurance costs will be. For example, if you purchase a $450,000 home with five per cent down, you’ll have to pay $15,300 in mortgage default insurance, which is added to the amount of your mortgage. If you make a 20 per cent down payment, you’ll need to come up with more money but you’ll also save thousands of dollars because you won’t need to pay for mortgage insurance.

Lower your expectations: It can be difficult to find the perfect home in your desired location. There’s no shame in buying a fixer-upper in a less desirable neighbourhood and spending the money to do some renovations. It’s a good investment and is even better if you can do it yourself. As others buy in your neighborhood and renovate their homes, your property will become more valuable.

Then you have a choice: You can sell your modest first home for more than you bought it for or stay put and enjoy.

Tap into government resources: One great source of funding for a down

payment is the Home Buyers’ Plan (HBP). The Canadian government allows first-time homebuyers to borrow up to $25,000 tax-free from their registered retirement savings plan (RRSP). If you’re purchasing with someone who’s also a first-time homebuyer, you can both access $25,000 for a total of $50,000.

You don’t have to be married to qualify because common-law partners are also eligible. However, since the HBP is considered a loan, it must be repaid over a 15-year period. Repayments start in the second year after you withdrew the funds.

Become a landlord: Buying a home with a basement apartment and a tenant can help pay off your mortgage faster. But you shouldn’t count on the rent you receive to cover all of your mortgage costs. You should be prepared for the unexpected.

Even the best tenants move out and your lender will still expect you to make your mortgage payments on time.

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Why now is a good time to buy

By Cody Battershill

ARE YOU THINKING of buying a property in

Calgary sometime soon? If so, you may be wondering if now is a good time to buy.

Despite current economic conditions in Alberta, truth is that there are some solid reasons as to why you should consider making a move in fall of 2016.

Here they are:

1 More inventory and more choice Inventory levels for all sectors are currently high, meaning that as a buyer you have a lot more options to choose from. This also translates into having some more time to make the decision on what property you want, as there is typically less competition between buyers.

For those of you unfamiliar with the term, months of inventory refers to the amount of time it would take for all current listings to sell in a particular area if no new listings came onto the market.

For example, according to the Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB), inventory levels have averaged at six months for the apartment sector throughout 2016 – the highest seen in the city since 2003 – causing sellers to further adjust their listing prices downward throughout the year.

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Lower prices and more affordability As mentioned above, the apartment sector saw steeper price declines in August of 2016 than others because of surging inventory levels. The attached sector is yet another that has seen its own fair share of inventory gains as of late.

Because of the increased competition between sellers resulting from high inventory levels and low sales activity, benchmark prices across all sectors have experienced downward pressure.

It all points towards one thing: more affordability for you as a buyer especially in the attached and apartment segments that have experienced the most substantial drops in benchmark prices.

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Buyers’ market means more negotiating room Calgary’s residential market is currently a buyers’ market. A combination of high inventory levels and low sales activity means that many sellers are looking to gain that extra edge on the competition – even if it means cutting the price further during negotiations.

This is where using an experienced real estate agent will come in handy as they should know how to navigate the negotiation process in the best possible way with the seller.

For example, a new listing (less than two weeks old) is likely to get more offers if it is appealing and priced reasonably, and putting in a low ball bid may not create the best results.

On the other hand, a home that has been on the market for several weeks may present an opportunity to put in an offer a bit lower than the asking price with a higher chance of it being accepted. You just never know until you try!

A closing remark It’s important to remember that the real estate market, like the economy, fluctuates over time. Just because benchmark prices have taken somewhat of a dive over the past several months, doesn’t mean that all confidence should be lost in Calgary’s long-term prospects.

Depending on your real estate goals, you could very well benefit from making a move in today’s buyers market in two, five or 10 years in the future and owning MORE ADVICE always beats renting for longONLINE term ypnexthome.ca/news/advice wealth creation.

This is why it’s so important to work with an experienced real estate agent to help guide you every step of the way – which includes receiving advice on current market trends and how you should navigate the market if you do decide to make a move.

Happy house hunting!

Cody Battershill is the founder of Calgaryism and a top producing realtor at ReMax 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, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca FALL 2016 CALGARY COMMUNITIES 47

Neighbourhood Profile

Killarney

Fast facts

Established and on the rise

$76,730

Average household income

Family structure

By Kait Kucy

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LOCATED IN THE SW quadrant of

Calgary, Killarney-Glengarry is an older neighbourhood with a great mix of older bungalows and newer infills.

It is considered a vibrant inner city neighbourhood and is only minutes away from bustling 17th Ave SW. Lifestyle Killarney is a lively family-oriented community located just on the outskirts of downtown Calgary. The lifestyle is very active, thanks to the Killarney Aquatic and Recreation Centre that acts as a flagship for the entire neighbourhood.

Vibe Killarney’s residents bring a certain energy to the area. Folks very involved in the community garden, aquatic and recreation centre, as well as the shops and restaurants in the area.

This area has been going through a bit of change with the building of infill homes since 2002.

Meet the neighbours Killarney is a family-oriented neighbourhood with the close access to many schools, recreational

opportunities, the LRT station and more.

It is a great neighbourhood for young families thanks to these amenities.

According to the 2006 City of Calgary Municipal Census, 19.1 per cent of Killarney residents were immigrants.

In the area Killarney has two schools in the neighbourhood – Holy Name Elementary School and Killarney Elementary School. Killarney is also serviced by these other schools in the area: A.E. Cross Junior High School, Vincent Massey Junior High School, Ernest Manning High School and the Salvation Army Children’s Village School.

As mentioned before, Killarney is known for the expansive Killarney Aquatic and Recreation Centre.

Planes, trains & automobiles Killarney is a fantastic neighbourhood for public transportation users especially thanks to the West LRT expansion. It is very close to the Westbrook Mall LRT Station which is located just north of 17th Avenue SW. There is also about six different Calgary Transit routes that access this neighbourhood, and it’s easily accessed by car or bicycle.

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The good, the bad & the rest Killarney is a great neighbourhood for a young, growing family who likes to live an active lifestyle. This a dense, busy area that is consistently undergoing change and development, but long term these changes should benefit all residents and make the community better off.

Real estate Since Killarney is so close to downtown and the easily accessible LRT station it is an in-demand neighbourhood for people who want to live close to the bustling downtown core.

Kait Kucy is a lifestyle and travel writer and blogger for online and print publications in Canada and the U.S.

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Advice | FUNDAMENTALLY SPEAKING

Buying your first home?

Four tips to help guide your decision

By Wayne Karl

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WHEN YOU’RE BUYING YOUR FIRST

home, you are sure to be filled with many important questions. How much can you afford? How much will it all cost? Where do you really want to live, and can you afford the area? And, finally, what type of home do you want? The answers are very individual: it really depends on your situation – from the amount of your down payment to where you work to whether you have kids to other personal circumstances.

For your enjoyment while you live in your home, as well as for future resale potential, proximity to transportation, shopping, schools and other amenities is among the key determinants that affect your property’s appeal, and ultimately its value. After all, those are the qualities potential buyers look for when searching for a home; the more of them your house has when you go to sell, the more it will be attractive to a greater number of people.

While experts suggest you take a long-term view when buying a home, it’s also important to not look too far down the road.

Let’s be honest, your first home may not be your dream home, and your needs and desires are sure to change throughout the various stages of homeownership.

So, while the answers to the above questions are specific to circumstances, there are also some common guidelines you can follow.

1. How much can you afford? Experts agree it is never a good idea to make 50 YPNEXTHOME.CA

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yourself house-poor, and it is a very common mistake, particularly of first-time buyers, to buy more home than you can really afford. Meeting with a mortgage broker or your banker will help determine your full financial picture, assessing everything from your credit rating to how much you have saved for a down payment.

Experts also suggest you “stress-test” your plan to see how well you could cope with higher mortgage payments brought on by rising interest rates.

2. How much will it really cost? Another common homebuyer mistake is not being prepared for all the closing costs involved: lawyer fees, land transfer taxes, utilities, insurance, and home inspection and appraisal fees and insurance. All of these costs add up, and ultimately should factor into your overall home-shopping budget.

3. Where do you want to live? This question is becoming more important for a number of reasons, though influenced primarily by where you work, how much of a commute you want and whether your transportation options include mass transit or only

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driving. Indeed, proximity to mass Showhomes: Sherwood Crescent NW Developer: Intergulf Cidex transit is something more and more Builders: Trico Homes/Intergulf Cide people are looking for in their new home location. It may not be7 asTuscany Hillside Estates Showhomes: Tuscany Estates Rise NW simple as choosing to live in the city, Carma Developer: Builders: Landmark Homes | Albi Ho suburbs or a small town.

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4. What type of home do you want?

Developer: Genesis Land Developmen Apex Developments Once you have determined your Builders: Evolution Homes | Majestic options for cost and location, you Excel Homes | Centrex Hom can then assess what types of homes are available in your price range and desired neighbourhood: Single-family detached, semi-detached, townhome, duplex or condo?

Some many questions, so many choices.

The good news is, home builders today are in sync with customer preferences for location and amenities, and with market realities with regard to pricing and needs for energy efficiency, so your options for new-home product have never been better.

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

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Community Profile

UNITED COMMUNITIES - NOLAN HILL

United’s incredibly popular Nolan Hill moving into final phase

by HEATHER RYAN

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resenting a variety of home styles, affordability, amenities, neighbourhood conveniences and great location Nolan Hill is so popular with homebuyers that it’s now moving into its final phase only five years after breaking ground.

“The response to Nolan Hill has been so tremendous that it really has exceeded our expectations,” says Steve LePan, marketing director for United Communities, developer of Nolan Hill in northwest Calgary. “Nolan Hill is in high demand with buyers because it has so much to offer.

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“We have neighbourhood retail with the Gates of Nolan Hill, which is a really great retail spot with a Sobeys, State & Main pub, a gas station, liquor store, a barber, pet hospital and hot yoga, as well as eateries – really everything you want within walking distance.

“We also have the five playgrounds (a sixth will be constructed in the final phase), parks, pathways, ponds all built,” he adds. “And, people love the location and its convenient access to major routes and nearby shopping centres, the theme, the architecture and the abundance

Sonoma at Nolan Hill

of greenspace. What sets us apart is we’re an established community with all the amenities already in place so people can get a new home, move in and everything is right there.”

And, with Nolan Hill moving into Phase 10, its final phase, it’s the last opportunity for people to buy into this community as the phase is built over the next 12 months.

“In this last phase we will still have a wide selection of single- and multi-family styles available,” LePan says. “We really have a product line for almost everyone with townhomes, zero lot lines, move-up and estate-style.

Most importantly, in this tighter economy, Nolan Hill offers ample choice for buyers seeking affordability

with several fabulous townhome projects to meet the needs of differing buyers including Nolan Park by Cardel Lifestyles, Carnaby Heights by Jayman Modus, Sonoma at Nolan Hill by Morrison Homes and The Elements of Nolan Hill by Cedarglen Living – all of which present affordably-priced three-storey townhomes with garages and are priced in the low to mid $300,000s range.

Creations by Shane Homes has had its Urbana street town product in Nolan Hill, “but it was so popular that it recently sold out,” LePan notes.

Adding to the mix of affordable options are the zero lot line singlefamily homes that start in the high $400,000s. “These homes offer great value for young families wanting a single-family home,” LePan says.

“They are popular because they allow people to purchase a smaller lot without sacrificing the square footage of their home.”

Single-family builders include Homes by Avi, Morrison Homes, Shane Homes, Pacesetter by Sterling Homes and Trico Homes, which will be crafting zero lot line lots and move-up homes in Phase 10. They all have showhomes on parade in Nolan Hill as do the multifamily projects.

“We also have a limited opportunity for estate homes still being built in Phase 12 by Morrison and Sterling,” LePan says.

One of Nolan Hill’s attractions is its old-world Irish charm and tranquil natural setting of rolling hills and

ravines. The Irish theme is reflected in the signage and identity of Nolan Hill highlighted by an eye-catching Irish castle-ruins structure at the main traffic circle entry that creates a warm welcome and sets the old-world tone for the community.

Architectural styles also highlight the Celtic theme as home designs complement the beauty of the surrounding landscape, while architectural details, stone and a palette of deep, rich colours create an interesting streetscape that has broad appeal and ensures lasting value.

Nolan Hill residents also appreciate having the local conveniences at the Gates of Nolan Hill, along with the Symons Valley Ranch Farmers’ Market, which is open year-round and located within walking distance. A new Loblaw’s City Market – the first of its kind in the city – and a Wal-Mart Supercentre is right next door in Sage Hill, and there are even more great shops, services, groceries and more at nearby Beacon Hill and Creekside centres just minutes away.

Nolan Hill also provides great access to major routes – Stoney, Sarcee and Shaganappi Trails – making it easy to get downtown, the airport or out to the mountains.

For more information about Nolan Hill, visit the showhomes, open Monday to Thursday, 2-8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m., or visit nolanhillunited.com.

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Community Profile

HOMES BY DREAM

Homes by Dream launches in two Dream communities

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nown for developing highly-regarded communities in Calgary and area for more than two decades, Dream will, for the first time in the Calgary market, expand its traditional role with the launch of its Homes by Dream brand in the company’s Vista Crossing development in Crossfield and its award-winning EvansRidge community in northwest Calgary.

The addition of its homebuilding arm will enable Dream to fully achieve its ambitious vision for its communities, preserving a high standard of quality throughout – right from turning the first soil on site through to homeowners walking through their front doors.

While a fresh face on the Calgary building scene, Homes by Dream has actually been building homes in Western Canada for more than 40 years, and Dream has assembled an experienced team of professionals locally to take the homes from design through to construction, says Michael Tandara, director of marketing.

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“We’re really excited to finally offer Homes by Dream in Calgary because these two communities offer a unique opportunity to take advantage of the synergy between the land and home divisions,” he says. “It’s a perfect pairing and will set a gold standard.”

Residences built by Homes by Dream will “serve as a halo product within our communities, essentially carrying the torch for the neighbourhood vision, and be designed with thoughtful consideration, paying attention to the quality of the architecture, quality of the interior design and quality of function.”

In Vista Crossing, Homes by Dream is crafting SearsRoebuck-inspired character (lane) homes – which is an affordable product geared especially for first-time buyers, “but at the same time these homes will present beautiful designs with sophisticated, tasteful and detailed interiors that are simply going to be unmatched at that price point,” Tandara says.

The character homes will offer two styles - bungalows from 1,000 sq. ft. and two-storeys from 1,250-1,500 sq. ft., and Homes by Dream launched four showhomes as part of Vista Crossing’s grand opening on Sept. 10th.

A key feature of these character homes are the large front verandas, which span across the front of the homes and create a warm welcome and focal point. “We’re used to homes where we drive into the garage and go into the house and you never see your neighbours… but these are designed to create an inviting, social feel, where you can come home, sit on your front porch and enjoy a glass a wine while watching the kids play or socialize with the neighbours.

“We want to bring that ‘get to know your neighbours feel’ to the community and it fits perfectly with the small town charm of Crossfield,” Tandara notes.

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the homes are affordable, but Tandara adds, that “just because they’re affordable doesn’t mean they’re basic, buyers can and should expect both quality and style. We’ve partnered with interior designer Amanda Hamilton, who brought her well-regarded design prowess to the interior of these homes.

“We’re also making these homes even more attractive by including front and rear yard landscaping and fencing, so you don’t have to find extra money for these big ticket items.”

Homes by Dream is also including landscaping and fencing with its Arrival collection in EvansRidge in northwest Calgary. Arrival is an exclusive offering of just 19 front attached garage homes – six move up priced from $569,900 and 13 estate priced from $739,900, that will include special features such as third-floor lofts, fourth bedrooms and triple car tandem garages.

“We’ve saved the best for last with the Arrival as it represents the completion of EvansRidge, which has been an enormously successful community for us,” Tandara says.

“What’s exciting about these homes is they’ll all be built at the same time.”

This limited collection will present a mix of architectural style – Modern, Mountain Craftsman, Prairie, and French Country – “and they’ll all be unique so when people pull up to their homes they’ll really get the sense of owning something truly special, despite it being a product very much within reach.

“We’ll have three ‘showcase’ homes open for demonstration that people can tour through and see just how special this final piece of EvansRidge will be,” Tandara says.

The Arrival collection is expected to be available early October and possessions for all the homes will be immediate.

For more information on Homes by Dream, visit www.homesbydream.ca.

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Insight

Landscaping your

NEW HOME

By Brad Jackman

WITH THE SUN SHINING and trees and plants thriving after a wetter than normal summer season, Landscaping may be at the forefront of your mind. Landscape 360 would like to highlight a few ideas homeowners can contemplate this fall before they begin the process. Hiring a landscape contractor should be exciting and satisfying. However, this can be a very discouraging time for some homeowners, unsure of where to begin, what you want it to look like and who to talk to. Here are a few tips to guide you through a satisfying landscape construction experience and turn your landscape vision into reality.

Have a plan. You can never call a company too early to plan for the following season’s project. Many landscape companies are limited in the number of jobs they can do in a season.

Having a plan and beginning the process early can allow for your project to be started in your desired time frame.

Have a budget. It is important to understand that quality landscaping requires substantial investments of time and 60 YPNEXTHOME.CA

money. Thus having a budget and planning around that budget will be crucial. It is also not unusual for work to be split up over consecutive summers, easing some of the financial burden while creating your backyard paradise. Depending on what is required for labour, equipment and materials, it may be more or less of an investment one season to the next. With that said, it is sometimes more cost effective to do the whole project at once. Booking a consultation with a reputable landscaper will allow you to see if your budget is in line with your vision.

Hire a professional. Many homeowners underestimate the work associated with landscaping, or the knowledge required to produce a quality outdoor living space. Weekend warriors may be in for a surprise! It is important to hire a full service landscape company that has extensive experience in the industry. Find a company that will complete the task from start to finish and handle any subcontracting required.

The key to enjoyment and the longevity of your yard is quality craftsmanship. Landscaping is a process that’s built

in layers. Many of the steps are tedious, lengthy and labor intensive. Progress can seem slow due to the preparative work required, with most typical contracts springing to life in the final few days of construction. Having professionals with the proper knowledge base who use high quality materials is a must.

Know your options. When deciding which landscape company to hire, it’s beneficial to do your research. Ask to see their portfolio, view their website and look into some of the products yourself. Most importantly, ask lots of questions.

Landscape construction can be done very differently. Hire a company which uses quality equipment, utilizes the best products available and installs everything professionally. Ask to speak with former clients who have had similar projects to the

one you’re considering. Your options include patios, lighting, decks, walkways, garden beds, trees, plants and fences to irrigation, drainage solutions, boulders, retaining walls, water features, decorative concrete, outdoor cooking and fire pits.

Clearly, there are many choices and it pays to explore all your options carefully.

A stylish functional yard can create a vibrant feel to your home. Be the envy of the block and provide a sanctuary for your family, friends and pets. Landscaping improves your quality of life, increases the value of your home and adds a little personal flare to your home’s exterior. A locally owned and operated Calgary-based company, Landscape 360 is a full service landscape construction company specializing in residential, estate and acreage landscape construction.

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3.0900

3.3900

3.8900

4.4900

CIBC Mortgages

2.7000

3.1400

2.8400

2.7900

3.3900

4.0900

4.7900

Caisses Desjardins

2.7000

4.4000

3.1400

3.2400

3.3900

3.8900

4.7400

Canadian Western Bank

2.9000

4.0000

3.1400

3.0400

3.6500

4.2000

4.7400

Canadian Western Trust

2.9000

4.0000

3.1400

3.0400

3.6500

4.2000

4.7400

Comtech Credit Union

-

6.2000

2.8400

2.8900

2.9500

2.9900

2.8900

DUCA Financial Services

2.5000

-

2.8900

2.7900

2.7900

2.9900

2.4900

Effort Trust

-

4.4500

3.3500

3.5000

3.7000

4.3000

4.3500

Equitable Bank

-

-

3.1400

3.0400

3.6500

4.3900

4.6400

First Calgary Financial

-

4.0000

2.8900

2.8900

2.4400

2.7900

2.5400

First National Financial

2.3500

3.1000

2.2900

2.2400

2.3900

2.4900

2.4900

FirstOntario Credit Un.

2.5000

4.2400

2.6900

2.2400

2.3400

2.4400

2.4900

HSBC Bank Canada

2.8000

4.4500

3.1400

3.1400

3.3900

4.0900

4.6400

Home Trust Company-Agent

2.5000

3.9500

2.6900

2.1400

2.3400

2.5900

2.4900

ICICI Bank Canada

3.0500

-

2.8400

2.8400

2.8400

2.8900

2.8900

Investors Group Trust

2.7000

4.2000

3.1400

3.0900

3.3900

3.8900

4.7400

Laurentian Bank Canada

2.7000

4.4000

2.8900

2.8400

3.3900

3.8900

4.7400

League Svgs & Mortgage

-

4.4500

2.9900

2.5900

2.7900

2.6900

2.6900

Libro Credit Union

-

3.7500

2.6000

2.6500

2.6900

2.6900

2.6900

2.7000

4.2000

3.1400

3.0900

3.3900

3.8900

4.7400

Luminus Financial

London Life

3.2500

-

3.2500

3.2000

3.6500

4.0000

4.5000

Manulife Bank

2.6000

4.4500

3.0000

2.9400

2.8400

2.7900

2.8900

Manulife Trust

-

4.4500

3.0000

2.9400

2.8400

2.7900

2.8900

Meridian Credit Union

2.4000

4.0000

2.8400

2.7900

2.6400

3.8900

2.4900

National Bank

2.7000

4.4000

3.1400

3.0400

3.3900

3.8900

4.7400

PACE Savings & Credit Un

-

5.0000

2.9900

2.6900

3.4900

3.9900

4.5400

Parama Credit Union

2.6500

-

2.8000

2.8500

2.9500

3.0500

3.1500

Peace Hills Trust

-

4.5000

3.1500

3.5000

3.7500

3.8500

3.9500

President's Choice Fin'l

2.7000

6.1900

3.1400

2.7900

3.3400

3.9900

4.4400

Rapport Credit Union

2.8500

6.0000

3.0900

3.0400

3.5000

3.0400

2.9900

Royal Bank of Canada

2.7000

3.1400

3.1400

3.0400

3.6500

4.3900

4.6400

Steinbach Credit Union

-

-

2.3900

2.3900

2.3900

2.4900

2.4900

T-D Mortgage

2.7000

3.1400

2.9900

2.8400

3.3900

3.8900

4.5400

Tangerine

2.7000

-

3.1900

3.2400

3.4900

3.6900

3.7900

WFCU Credit Union

-

4.4500

3.0000

3.0400

3.6500

4.3900

4.6400

Your Neighbourhood C.U.

-

-

2.7990

2.8900

3.0900

3.1500

2.9400

ONLINE CALCULATOR ypnexthome.ca/mortgage-calculator PREPARED BY CANNEX ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 This information is current as of the date and time posted and is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 2016 CANNEX Financial Exchanges Limited. All rights reserved.

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CHESTERMERE 797 LANGDON

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HIGH RIVER

PRIDDIS

BLACK DIAMOND

HERITAGE POINTE

HIGHWOOD LAKE

HAWKS LANDING

RIVERWOOD ESTATES

ARTESIA AT HERITAGE POINTE

DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDER: Lifestyle Homes, Red Door Homes

See how much more home your money can buy in Montrose.

FRONT GARAGE HOMES from the

$

440S

ESTATE HOMES from the

$

650S High River

Show Home: 1607 Monteith Drive SE, High River Mon - Thurs: 2 pm - 8 pm, Weekends: Noon - 5 pm

escapethecity.ca

403.245.3515

Calgary

MONTROSE

DEVELOPER: Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Albi Homes, Calbridge Homes www.liveatartesia.com

5 St SE

BUILDERS: WestView Builders

DEVELOPER: Riverwood Estates Inc. BUILDERS: Woodmaster Homes Ltd.

1 St SE

HAMPTON HILLS

DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential Communities BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Baywood Estate Homes, Trickle Creek Custom Homes, Wolf Custom Homes, Thompson Luxury Homes, Bradmar Homes, Baywest Homes www.hawkslanding.ca

Centre St

DEVELOPER: WestView Builders BUILDER: WestView Builders

12 Ave SE 2

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Community Profile

DREAM DEVELOPMENT - MONTROSE IN HIGH RIVER

Buyers can enjoy a tranquil lifestyle in

Montrose in High River

by HEATHER RYAN

N

ew homebuyers desiring a tranquil lifestyle where they can kick back and enjoy stunning mountain views, green spaces and amenities at their doorstep will embrace Montrose in High River.

Crafted by Dream Development, Montrose is a master planned, family-friendly community developed on 200 acres on the south side of High River.

“Montrose is all about lifestyle – a perfect place to escape from the hectic pace where you can relax and enjoy the peaceful landscape, where you have quiet streets where the kids play and ride their bikes safely,” says Michael Tandara, director of marketing. “It’s home to walking trails, green space and low density housing so it has a country feel while offering amenities close at hand.”

Residents can enjoy beautiful mountain views, lush parks, the High River Tennis Club, the Little Bow River and a 16-acre linear pond/canal that runs throughout the community with pathways around it for walking and biking.

Also within the community, there is a High River Co-op grocery, liquor store and gas bar. The local high school sits just down the street, and across the way is the recentlyupgraded Bob Snodgrass Recreational Centre and Cargill Field House. Meanwhile, golf courses and the High River Hospital are a mere five minutes from your doorstep.

To top it off, Sheppard Family Park, a pioneer life showcase, “helps to define the entrance to Montrose by providing a nostalgic glimpse of the past before 64 YPNEXTHOME.CA

experiencing the growth and future of High River,” Tandara says. “To most people from Calgary, Montrose seems like this wonderful hidden little gem.”

It’s also one that people are thrilled to discover because along with all these amenities, the community offers single-family homes on huge lots priced far less than they’ll find in the city. There’s also an adult living component that will be added in the future.

DS Homes and Westview Builders are crafting moveup, front drive garage homes from the $400,000s on 40-ft. lots, while Lifestyle Homes is building estate homes on walkout lots that back onto the pond/canal system in the Terrace starting from the $500,000s on lots that are 48- to 50-ft. wide. The larger lots allow buyers to enjoy big back yards and three-car garages for an amazing price.

Buyers also have an opportunity to bring their own builder on several properties in the Terrace to create their own dream home exactly as it suits them.

The architectural style for the community is Tudor, Craftsman and French Country, “so it’s definitely a more traditional, classic look with strong elements that work together to create this timeless, aesthetically pleasing streetscape,” Tandara says.

“Montrose is a perfect fit for High River offering smalltown feel and great amenities,” Tandara says. “High River itself has undergone a total revitalization since the flood.

The town has invested millions on new streets, sidewalks,

services and public spaces not to mention flood mitigation to make it one of the most protected communities against future floods in Alberta.

“The revitalization of High River has been amazing and they’ve done it all very quickly,” he adds. “It shows you just how strong this community is; it’s a great Alberta comeback story.”

Montrose is located minutes from an array of amenities in High River, 25-minutes from south Calgary along Hwy. 2 and offers close proximity to Kanansksis Country.

Whether you’re buying your first home, looking to move up or seeking the luxury of estate living – Montrose is a community that you can come home to.

Buyers can learn more by visiting the Westview showhome located on 1607 Monteith Drive in Montrose, or contact DS and Lifestyle for more information on their homes. Or, for more information on Montrose in High River, visit www.escapethecity.ca.

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01 MYSTIC RIDGE

DEVELOPER: Greenboro Estates BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes www.mysticcalbridge.com

16 AVENUE

02 CURRIE BARRACKS

7 MEM

ORI

11 10

DEVELOPER: Legend Developments

04 CRESTMONT

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Augusta Fine Homes, NuVista Homes

BLACK FOOT TRAIL

2 ELBOW DRIVE

3

37 STREET

1

BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Empire Custom Homes, Avi Urban, Core Properties, Jayman Modus, Slokker Canada West

03 SPRING VALLEY

17 AVENUE SARCEE TRAIL

17 AVENUE

69 STREET

14 AVENUE SW

85 STREET

BOW TRAIL

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06 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO

DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes

07 WESTLAND ESTATES

BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca

MACLEOAD TRAIL

GLENMORE RESERVOIR

SOUTHLAND DRIVE

08 WEST GROVE ESTATES

DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes, Augusta Fine Homes, West Grove Estates, Shane Homes, Truman Homes

BOTTOM TR

24 STREET

ANDERSON ROAD

FISH CREEK PARK

9

JAMES

DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Sane Homes and Truman Homes

SHAWNESSY BLVD.

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DEVELOPER: Cardel Homes BUILDERS: Cardel Homes www.cardelhomes.com

10 WEST GROVE POINT

MCKEVITT

FISH CREEK BLVD

09 SHAWNEE PARK

DEVELOPER: Springbank Land Company Ltd. BUILDERS: WestView Builders, Truman Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, and Homes by Us.

Web Directory

Builders and developers Hopewell Residential

www.hopewellresidential.com www.baywesthomes.com

Baywest Homes Crystal Creek Homes

www.crystalcreekhomes.ca

Cardel Homes

www.cardelhomes.com

Vesta Properties

www.vestaproperties.com www.jayman.com

Jayman BUILT

www.homesbyavi.com

Homes by Avi Mattamy Homes

www.mattamyhomes.com www.unitedcommunities.com

United Communities

web directory

Jager Homes

www.jagerhomes.com www.dream.ca

Dream Development Brookfield Residential Bordeaux Developments

www.livebrookfield.com www.bordeauxdevelopments.com www.shanehomes.com

Shane Homes Trico Homes

www.tricohomes.com

Calbridge Homes

www.calbridgehomes.com

Landmark Homes

www.landmarkgroup.ca

Cedarglen Homes

www.cedarglenhomes.com www.morrisonhomes.ca

Morrison Homes Excel Homes

www.excelhomes.ca

Apex Developments

www.apexbuildergroup.com

Genesis Land

www.genesisland.com

Genstar Developments

www.genstar.com/cities/calgary

Landscape 360 Qualico Communities

www.landscape360.ca www.qualicocommunities.com/calgary

Stepper Custom Homes Tamani Communities Westmark Holdings – Cooper’s Crossing

www.stepperhomes.com www.tamanicommunities.com www.cooperscrossing.ca

Watermark www.watermarkatbearspaw.com

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A beautiful complement to our already popular community of Windsong in Airdrie, Southwinds offers plenty of community spaces including its centrepiece of Osborne Park. Choose Single Family Homes in a variety of architectural designs.

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