You didn’t move to the mountains because you hate winter. Both Banff and Canmore come alive during the colder months with events.
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Mountain Living
Lighting Your Mountain Retreat: Creating the Perfect Ambiance
Learn more on how to select the perfect lighting fixtures for every room in your mountain home to create the ideal atmosphere.
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Mountain Living
Trends in Contemporary Mountain Home Design
Explore the top trends in contemporary mountain home design that are currently captivating homeowners in these stunning locales.
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Mountain Living
Bring on the Holidays!
It’s the season of joy and merriment. Here are some of our favourite ways to celebrate the holidays in the Bow Valley.
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Mountain Living
Eco-Friendly Tips for Mountain Winter Homes
As the snow falls and temperatures drop, it’s essential to keep our homes warm in an eco-friendly manner. Here’s how you can do it:
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Mountain Living
Here’s to the Holiday Season!
With the holiday season just around the corner, here are several ways to celebrate, right here in the Bow Valley.
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Mountain Living
Winter’s Start
It’s that time: winter is here! Almost. While November is known for unpredictable temps, there are still signs that winter is on the way.
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Selling
Brighten up a Dark Space with Creative Staging
Is your place short on windows? Here are 5 ways to brighten up your dark space so it can look its best when it’s time to sell.
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Mountain Living
Creating the At-Home Office
Here are some great ways to create a home office in whatever space you have, so you can focus and get the job done.
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Mountain Living
Conquering Space: Maximizing Your Mountain Home in Banff and Canmore
In picturesque mountain towns like Banff and Canmore, space is at a premium. Homeowners must be creative to optimize living space.
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Mountain Living
Summer’s End Events
To finish off the sunny season, both Banff and Canmore have summer events for locals and visitors alike that bring the community together.
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Mountain Living
Community Spaces: The Bow Valley Riding Association
The Bow Valley Riding Association (BVRA) has been a place for Bow Valley residents to keep their horses for almost 60 years.
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Mountain Living
Reverse Mortgage: Everything You Need to Know
A reverse mortgage is a way to access the equity in your home, turning it into tax-free money to do with as you wish.
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Buying
Purchasing Pre-Construction
Buying a pre-construction home has a different process than buying a home on the market. Here are some factors to consider.
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Buying
Is Title Insurance Worth It?
Is an owner's title insurance worth it? And how does it protect against fraud, like someone selling your home without your knowledge?
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Buying
Considering Condo Fees
Condos are becoming more and more popular as real estate prices continue to soar. But what are condo fees, and why are they necessary?
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Mountain Living
Upcoming Events in the Bow Valley
Spring is in the air and it's the perfect time to reconnect. Here are some great local events in the Bow Valley this spring.
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Buying
The World of Alternative Lending
When it comes to applying for a mortgage, most people think about the big guns. Major banks and big national mortgage lenders come to mind with their competitive rates and […]
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Buying FEATURED
Affordable Housing in the Bow Valley
Shopping for a home in the mountains is daunting. Depending on where you live, there are different affordable housing programs to help out.
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Mountain Living
Spring Shoulder Season
March and April are the shoulder season in the Bow Valley. This is the time to really enjoy the small-town culture of our unique home.
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Buying
Real Estate Red Flags: Watch for warning signs before signing the dotted line
Buying a house is often one of the biggest investments someone will make in their lifetime. So what are some red flags to watch out for?
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Mountain Living
How Can You Access Your Home Equity?
There are a few ways you can access your home equity. Ultimately, it comes down to your situation and what you plan to do with the cash.
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Selling
Curb Appeal: How to increase your home’s allure this winter
A first impression can be a lasting one. Here are some tips to increase your home's curb appeal during the frosty months.
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Mountain Living
Interior Design Styles to Watch in 2023
Understated luxury is back! From warming colours to mixed materials, here are the interior design trends to watch in 2023.
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Mountain Living
Wild Neighbours
There is lots of information out there on etiquette around wildlife, but here are a few key species and what to look out for.
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Mountain Living
The Gift of Giving
With rising costs, more people are finding it difficult to afford the holidays. This season, let’s come together in giving to those in need.
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Mountain Living
‘Tis the Season: A Holiday Decorating Guide for the Bow Valley
Here's the Mountain Real Estate holiday decorating guide for the Bow Valley with special guest Nick de Ruyter, Program Director for WildSmart.
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Selling
Gift Guide for Your Old Home’s New Owners
It can be nice to leave a little gift for your old home’s new owners as they start their journey in this space. Here are some ideas.
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Mountain Living
Tech Solutions to Improve Your Vacation Rental
Vacation rentals are a great investment. Here are some tech for vacation rentals that improve the experience for everyone.
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Buying
The Recurring Costs of Buying a Home
It's so much more than just a mortgage. Here are some common recurring costs of buying a home that add to the bottom line.
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Buying
Assembling your Real Estate Dream Team: When it comes to buying your next home, you want the right players on your side.
You want to make sure you assemble the right real estate team to make the process as smooth as possible! But who do you need on your side?
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Mountain Living
Bike All Winter: Stay active and reduce your carbon footprint with Community Cruisers
With the award-winning Bike All Winter program from Community Cruisers, it won’t break the bank to get your bike ready for winter.