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Toy house on a snowy branch representing why to buy this winter
Buying

Why You Should Buy this Winter!

If you’re going to spend winter anywhere, it might as well be in the mountains. Here are 4 reasons why you should buy this winter.
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A graphic showing solar panels being installed on a home
Mountain Living

Soak Up the Sun

Alberta is an excellent place for solar power. Canmore and Banff have great solar rebates if you’re looking at this upgrade for your home.
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Fractional Ownership can be an affordable way to have a vacation home in Canmore and wake up to views like this
Buying

Fractional Ownership: Own your mountain vacation!

Fractional ownership can be an excellent and affordable way to have a vacation home in the mountains. But what exactly is it?
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Illustration showing people and houses during the holiday season
Mountain Living

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

As we approach the holiday season, there is a lot going on in our little mountain communities.
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Mountain Living

Explore Bow Valley Trails

Here are some amazing trails to explore in your back yard that will take you on many adventures.
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A well staged space includes things to check in a home buyer checklist
Buying

Home Buyer Checklist

Here are 5 things on your home buyer checklist to make sure you check during an open house to get an idea of the home's condition.
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Two people change a lightbulb during DIY Projects for your home
Selling

Easy DIY Fixes to Increase the Value of Your Home!

Looking to put your home on the market? These simple, cost-effective DIY projects can increase its value and get your home sold faster!
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Various people on coloured backgrounds check their piggy banks to represent low rates
Buying

The Low-Down on Low Rates

When looking for a mortgage to buy your next property, it’s easy to get caught up in interest rates. But there's so much more to a good deal.
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House in the clouds to represent emotional pitfalls of buying a dream home
Buying

Falling for the First Time

Buying a home is exciting. Make sure you don't fall for these common emotional pitfalls that will have you making an expensive mistake!
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A woman under stage lights from Banff Theatre Collective
Mountain Living

Living the Dream: Creative Space with Banff Theatre Collective

The Banff Theatre Collective began 5 years ago when 5 newfound friends decided to share their passion for theatre in Banff.
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house or condo in the mountains
Buying

House or Condo? Which one is right for you?

Looking to buy into the mountain dream? Here are some things to consider when choosing between a house or condo in the mountains.
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Actors from Pine Tree Players perform a scene outside
Mountain Living

Living the Dream: Access the Theatre with the Pine Tree Players

The Pine Tree Players began in 1978, when a group of Canmoreites recognized the need for performing arts in the little mountain town.
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clocks, money and houses to demonstrate buying and selling at the same time
Buying Selling

Buying a New Home and Selling your Old Home at the Same Time

Buying and selling at the same time is not for the faint of heart! Here is expert advice from a local mortgage broker and realtor.
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A person scratches their head looking at a huge couch that doesn't fit into a small space to represent staging a small space
Selling

Staging that Small Space

Your small space doesn’t have to be a deterrent when staging your home with these 5 tips to stage your small space so you can sell faster!
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Kelly VanderBeek in front of the Olympic Rings
Mountain Living

A Mountain Life with Kelly VanderBeek

Born in small town Northern Ontario, Olympian and multi-talented Kelly VanderBeek shares the best parts of mountain life in the Bow Valley.
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a person looks confused at real estate terms
Buying

Learning the Lingo

Considering buying your first home and wondering what the heck everyone’s talking about? The real estate industry comes with its own language. Here are 15 common real estate terms – explained.
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CAMBA Director of Trails and Safety, Andrew Dickison, flagging in preparation for a trail night.
Mountain Living

Hit the trails with Canmore and Area Mountain Bike Association

CAMBA is a non-profit society that advocates for a vibrant and exciting trail system for users of all ages and abilities.
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Two people sign a mortgage document on the way to becoming mortgage free
Buying

How to Become Mortgage Free, Faster!

Mortgages are a large commitment. But there are some strategies to getting mortgage free faster, saving you money in the long run!
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A person sits on the grass overlooking a lake in the Bow Valley
Mountain Living

Living the Dream

It’s summer, and it’s one of the best times to live in the Bow Valley. The natural playground is your backyard, and there are countless ways to explore what it has to offer!
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A woman and her dog sit on a mountain during a hike during the dog days of summer
Mountain Living

Dog Days of Summer

Somebody once said there are more dogs than people in the Bow Valley. So where can you bring your pooch around town?
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A toy house balances on a wood scale with stacked coins to demonstrate fixed vs variable mortgage decisions
Buying

Fixed Vs Variable Mortgages: Do you know what’s best for you?

Mortgages are big commitments with a lot of nuances. Exploring a variable rate mortgage may be the ticket to increased savings and paying for your home faster!
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Roses are great flowers for curb appeal
Selling

Spring into Selling

It’s the perfect time to sell your home. Staging your home to sell starts with the exterior, and one easy and affordable way to spruce it up is with blooming flowers.
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Homes in the MD of Bighorn, Dead Man's Flats by Dead Man's Flats. Photo by Katharyn Sotvedt
Mountain Living

In the Neighbourhood: The Municipal District of Bighorn

Surrounding Canmore is the Municipal District of Bighorn. These relaxed communities have less tourism and larger lots, making them the perfect mountain getaway!
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A person stains a deck to get it ready for summer
Buying Selling

It’s Deck Season!

You may be ready to soak up the sun, but is your deck up to the challenge?
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Houses and mountains in Banff
Mountain Living

In The Neighbourhood: Beautiful Banff Part 2

Living in Banff National Park is a unique privilege. The town’s size restrictions mean residents enjoy a special closeness to nature and connection to the surrounding wilderness of the National Park.
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The Banff Public Library photo by Katharyn Sotvedt
Mountain Living

Stop by the Banff Library

To paraphrase Neil Gaiman, ‘Google can bring you a million answers; a Librarian can bring you the right one.’ - Sarah McCormack, Library Director
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Birthday Cake with candles
Mountain Living

It’s Our First Birthday!

We're celebrating one year of market trends and mortgage tips, one year of the best in mountain living, and one year of the finest properties for sale in the mountains!
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The iconic Banff Main Street
Mountain Living

In The Neighbourhood: Beautiful Banff Part 1

Living in Banff National Park is a unique privilege. The closeness to nature and connection to the community are just some of the highlights of living in this mountain town.
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A hand passes keys to another hand in front of a door to signify buying your first home
Buying

A Step-By-Step Guide to Buying a Home in the Bow Valley

Buying your first house is a big decision! Do you know what to expect? Follow this step by step guide to buying a home in the Bow Valley!
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A wooden house in bright pink flowers representing reasons to sell this spring
Selling

5 Reasons to Sell this Spring!

Spring is here and it’s the perfect time of year to sell! After a winter of snow, ice, short days and cold weather, everyone is excited to embrace the changing seasons.
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A bear crosses the guard rail on a highway in the mountains as an example of human impact on wildlife from WildSmart
Mountain Living

WildSmart in the Mountains

Interview with Nick de Ruyter, WildSmart Program Director about the WildSmart Program and community support for wildlife conservation, which is essential for long-term coexistence.
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Homes in front of the mountains in Three Sisters Mountain Village
Mountain Living

In The Neighbourhood: Three Sisters Mountain Village

One of the youngest neighbourhoods in Canmore's South Side is still expanding. Three Sisters Mountain Village has some of the town’s latest homes, with new builds going up daily.
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