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24 Insight Landscaping season has arrived by Brad Jackman

26 Calgaryism Calgary ranks the third most prosperous city in the world by Cody Battershill

34 The Homebuying Process Flexibility key to making your new home functional for years by Donna Moore

40 Industry Updates How to avoid home purchase surprises by Jim Rivait

50 Mortgage Mogul The source of your down payment is key by Jason Eldridge

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32 Mortgages Mortgage costs about to rise for some Canadians by Lydia McNutt

36 Finances More than half of Canadians dont check their credit score

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30 Showhome Review Shane Homes opens the door to Ladera showhome in Nolan Hill by Heather Ryan

47 Homebuyers Resource Section Mortgage calculator and rate table

contentsAPRIL 24 - MAY 22, 2015 || VOLUME 18 ISSUE 5

ON THE COVER

p. 12GENESIS BUILDERS

GROUPNew showhomes coming to Baysides Pier 11 in Airdrie

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Even though the rst day of spring is actually March 20 (something Mother Nature largely ignored), April usually o ers more signs that the season has reallyarrived. Temperatures begin to rise, rain rinses away winters residue and in a matter of days (we hope), tree buds sprout and green will wash around us.

Its also the natural time of year when people renew their commitment to living Green.

When it comes to buying a home, newly built product today is miles

How Green is your home?New homes today are far more energy effi cient and cleaner, offering you opportunities to save and live heathier

What rules your new-home choice?Lifestyle increasingly infl uential for homebuyers

New-home buyers are often driven by di erent in uences, but theres no doubt lifestyle is an increasingly important factor. Whether youre considering a home near the beach, a golf course or a city penthouse or pied--terre, youre likely looking to compensate for what you dont have in your current residence.

e amount of living space is usually the issue either too much or too little. Most young families are looking for more living space, which is why builders are designing homes with interiors that maximize every square foot of living space to make the most of your money.

As we get older, the quest for living space may take a di erent direction.

Downsizing is often the answer, although many homeowners with existing homes in suburban or rural areas are acquiring townhomes or pied--terres in the city. An urban location gives owners and their friends a chance to enjoy the social and cultural activities of the city without having to drive for hours to get home.In todays hectic world, your new

home will be your retreat, so its important to nd a home that suits your needs and lifestyle. In this issue, we pro le new communities which o er the perfect place to put up your feet, plus the latest industry news and features about buying and owning a new home. Enjoy!

//EDITORS NOTE

SUSAN LEGGE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Yellow Pages NextHome

[email protected] me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

WAYNE KARL EDITOR Yellow Pages NextHome

[email protected] me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

ahead of that built 25, 20 and even 10 years ago.

Most home builders today go to great lengths to make their homes as Green as possible, because thats what sells, what makes sense, and what you the consumer wants.

Still, there are varying degrees of Green-ness, and builders o er di erent features and technologies to meet todays increasingly stringent standards for energy e ciency and clean housing.

Ask each builder youre serious about buying from: How Green is this home?

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Even though the rst day of spring is actually March 20 (something Mother Nature largely ignored), April usually o ers more signs that the season has reallyarrived. Temperatures begin to rise, rain rinses away winters residue and in a matter of days (we hope), tree buds sprout and green will wash around us.

Its also the natural time of year when people renew their commitment to living Green.

When it comes to buying a home, newly built product today is miles

How Green is your home?New homes today are far more energy effi cient and cleaner, offering you opportunities to save and live heathier

What rules your new-home choice?Lifestyle increasingly infl uential for homebuyers

New-home buyers are often driven by di erent in uences, but theres no doubt lifestyle is an increasingly important factor. Whether youre considering a home near the beach, a golf course or a city penthouse or pied--terre, youre likely looking to compensate for what you dont have in your current residence.

e amount of living space is usually the issue either too much or too little. Most young families are looking for more living space, which is why builders are designing homes with interiors that maximize every square foot of living space to make the most of your money.

As we get older, the quest for living space may take a di erent direction.

Downsizing is often the answer, although many homeowners with existing homes in suburban or rural areas are acquiring townhomes or pied--terres in the city. An urban location gives owners and their friends a chance to enjoy the social and cultural activities of the city without having to drive for hours to get home.In todays hectic world, your new

home will be your retreat, so its important to nd a home that suits your needs and lifestyle. In this issue, we pro le new communities which o er the perfect place to put up your feet, plus the latest industry news and features about buying and owning a new home. Enjoy!

//EDITORS NOTE

SUSAN LEGGE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Yellow Pages NextHome

[email protected] me on Twitter at Twitter.com/SusanLegge

WAYNE KARL EDITOR Yellow Pages NextHome

[email protected] me on Twitter at Twitter.com/WayneKarl

ahead of that built 25, 20 and even 10 years ago.

Most home builders today go to great lengths to make their homes as Green as possible, because thats what sells, what makes sense, and what you the consumer wants.

Still, there are varying degrees of Green-ness, and builders o er di erent features and technologies to meet todays increasingly stringent standards for energy e ciency and clean housing.

Ask each builder youre serious about buying from: How Green is this home?

CHBA - Calgary Region

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DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: Genesis Builders Group, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes www.genesisland.com

02 WINDSONG DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

03 REUNION DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sabal Homes, McKee Homes

04 KINGS HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca

05 RAVENSWOOD DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview

06 COOPERS CROSSING DEVELOPER: Westmark Holdings BUILDERS: McKee Homes, Trico Homes, Vesta Properties, Canterra Custom Homes, Crystal Creek Homes and Harder Homes, Lifestyle Homes

07 WILLIAMSTOWN DEVELOPER: Vesta Properties BUILDERS: Vesta Properties

08 HILLCREST Developer: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Shane Homes,Trico Homes hillcrestairdrie.com

09 SOUTHWINDS Developer: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes

10 CANALS LANDING Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: ReidBuilt Homes, Mckee Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Genesis Builders Group, Westview Homes

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DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: Genesis Builders Group, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes www.genesisland.com

02 WINDSONG DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

03 REUNION DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sabal Homes, McKee Homes

04 KINGS HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca

05 RAVENSWOOD DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview

06 COOPERS CROSSING DEVELOPER: Westmark Holdings BUILDERS: McKee Homes, Trico Homes, Vesta Properties, Canterra Custom Homes, Crystal Creek Homes and Harder Homes, Lifestyle Homes

07 WILLIAMSTOWN DEVELOPER: Vesta Properties BUILDERS: Vesta Properties

08 HILLCREST Developer: Apex Developments Builders: Excel Homes, Shane Homes,Trico Homes hillcrestairdrie.com

09 SOUTHWINDS Developer: Mattamy Homes Builders: Mattamy Homes

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GENESIS to open fabulous new showhomes in Airdries Baysides Pier 11

Three fabulous new showhomes by Genesis Builders Group that offer smart new designs, improved efficiencies and upscale finishes are set to open this month in Pier 11, the newest phase in the tremendously popular Bayside in Airdrie.

Were very excited to open a new showhome parade with three front attached garage models in Pier 11, says corporate marketing manager Jesse Coderre. Each showhome will showcase one of Pier 11s beautiful designer collection interior palettes; all of which were created by our interior design team.

This incredible collection of showhomes includes: the 2,432-sq.-ft.,

GENESIS BUILDERS GROUP | Pier 11

four-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Ambassador starting from $570,000; the 2,261-sq.-ft., three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Avalon starting from $565,000; and the 1,963-sq.-ft., three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Bella Vista starting from $513,500.

Were constantly refining our home designs and always striving to make our homes more functional and beautiful for families, Coderre says. With these new models, we really looked at improving the way people live in their homes incorporating smart, functional layouts.

The homes in Pier 11 are well appointed, with standard specifications such as nine-ft. ceilings on the main floor, hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas fireplaces and spa-inspired ensuites.

Weve incorporated attributes such as low-E gas-filled windows, NEST learning thermostats and natural gas hot water tanks, which together improve the efficiency of the home and reduce the overall operating cost for the buyer, Coderre says.

Our focus is to build homes that people will be proud to show off to their friends and family being able to offer great value and accessible prices for buyers is very important to us.

Besides these showhome models, Genesis Builders Group offers buyers a variety of front garage plans with two-storeys ranging from 1,812 to 2,432 sq. ft. and two

bungalow models that include the 1,428-sq.-ft. Riva and the 1,529-sq.-ft. Stanton with prices starting from $486,000. As well, Genesis is crafting laned home plans ranging from the 1,287-sq.-ft. Arabella to the 1,561-sq.-ft. Eden starting from the $380,000s.

Bayside is a master-planned community crafted by Genesis Land Development Corp., which follows alongside six kilometres of canals, with numerous parks, walking and bike paths and a five-acre pond that combine to create a tranquil atmosphere where residents can unwind after a hectic day and Pier 11 is its current phase that offers a quiet, private feel away from major roads and train tracks yet its close to amenities.

The Nose Creek Elementary School is just two blocks away, so parents can walk their children to school, which is really important to families, Coderre says. And, he notes, residents have access to an integrated pathway system with a stunning arched bridge crossing the canal that connects the community to large green spaces, parks and sports fields.

Further, with a commercial site at the corner of Yankee Valley Boulevard and 8th Street Pier 11 families are able to walk to local coffee shops, drug stores, the bank and convenience stores and are minutes from all the amenities in Airdrie including Genesis Place recreation facility. They also have easy access to Yankee Valley Boulevard and the QE2 (Hwy. 2) for a quick commute to Calgary.

The new showhome parade will be open by mid-May from 2 to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday and noon to 5 p.m. weekends and holidays. An official grand opening of the showhomes is scheduled for Saturday, June 6. Learn more by visiting Pier11Airdrie.com or phoning (403)465-2709.


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IS THE IMF ROOTING AGAINST CANADAS HOUSING MARKET?(PART 2)

In our last article we discussed the International

Monetary Funds (IMF) concerns over the amount of

new debt Canadian households have accumulated

during the low interest environment that has shaped

our markets since our last recession in 2008.

We finished our last article by proposing that increasing

debt is not a singular sign of weakening household

finances. In our opinion, what counts is how Canadians

are spending or investing the money they borrow, and

how they are servicing their debt. Currently, mortgage

debt accounts for 66 percent of all consumer debt and

the majority of our most recent experienced growth in

total national debt levels.

In economics, a common measure of financial health is

whether one is forced to spend over 30 percent of their

gross income on housing. By this measure, average

households in Edmonton and Calgary comfortably

afford the current carrying cost of the average residential

housing price, while being comparatively better off than

average households in Canadas other top 3 major

centres. Furthermore, these average households

continue to save a significantly high portion of their

gross incomes, suggesting they are well situated to

continue to finance their homes if these carrying costs

should rise in the near future.

The IMF warns that higher interest rates could

jeopardize Canadian homeowners abilities to finance

their homes comfortably, which in turn could cause a

steep downturn in our housing market.

When it comes to Alberta, we dont share the same

view.

In our last article we discussed the International Monetary Funds (IMF) concerns over the amount of new debt Canadian households have accumulated during the low interest environment that has shaped our markets since our last recession in 2008.

We finished our last article by proposing that increasing debt is not a singular sign of weakening household finances. In our opinion, what counts is how Canadians are spending or investing the money they borrow, and how they are servicing their debt. Currently, mortgage debt accounts for 66 percent of all consumer debt and the majority of our most recent experienced growth in total national debt levels.

In economics, a common measure of financial health is whether one is forced to spend over 30 percent of their

gross income on housing. By this measure, average households in Edmonton and Calgary comfortably afford the current carrying cost of the average residential housing price, while being comparatively better off than average households in Canadas other top 3 major centres. Furthermore, these average households continue to save a significantly high portion of their gross incomes, suggesting they are well situated to continue to finance their homes if these carrying costs should rise in the near future.

The IMF warns that higher interest rates could jeopardize Canadian homeowners abilities to finance their homes comfortably, which in turn could cause a steep downturn in our housing market.

When it comes to Alberta, we dont share the same view.




VancouverTorontoMontrealCalgary

Edmonton

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In our last article we discussed the International

Monetary Funds (IMF) concerns over the amount of

new debt Canadian households have accumulated

during the low interest environment that has shaped

our markets since our last recession in 2008.

We finished our last article by proposing that increasing

debt is not a singular sign of weakening household

finances. In our opinion, what counts is how Canadians

are spending or investing the money they borrow, and

how they are servicing their debt. Currently, mortgage

debt accounts for 66 percent of all consumer debt and

the majority of our most recent experienced growth in

total national debt levels.

In economics, a common measure of financial health is

whether one is forced to spend over 30 percent of their

gross income on housing. By this measure, average

households in Edmonton and Calgary comfortably

afford the current carrying cost of the average residential

housing price, while being comparatively better off than

average households in Canadas other top 3 major

centres. Furthermore, these average households

continue to save a significantly high portion of their

gross incomes, suggesting they are well situated to

continue to finance their homes if these carrying costs

should rise in the near future.

The IMF warns that higher interest rates could

jeopardize Canadian homeowners abilities to finance

their homes comfortably, which in turn could cause a

steep downturn in our housing market.

When it comes to Alberta, we dont share the same

view.

In our last article we discussed the International Monetary Funds (IMF) concerns over the amount of new debt Canadian households have accumulated during the low interest environment that has shaped our markets since our last recession in 2008.

We finished our last article by proposing that increasing debt is not a singular sign of weakening household finances. In our opinion, what counts is how Canadians are spending or investing the money they borrow, and how they are servicing their debt. Currently, mortgage debt accounts for 66 percent of all consumer debt and the majority of our most recent experienced growth in total national debt levels.

In economics, a common measure of financial health is whether one is forced to spend over 30 percent of their

gross income on housing. By this measure, average households in Edmonton and Calgary comfortably afford the current carrying cost of the average residential housing price, while being comparatively better off than average households in Canadas other top 3 major centres. Furthermore, these average households continue to save a significantly high portion of their gross incomes, suggesting they are well situated to continue to finance their homes if these carrying costs should rise in the near future.

The IMF warns that higher interest rates could jeopardize Canadian homeowners abilities to finance their homes comfortably, which in turn could cause a steep downturn in our housing market.

When it comes to Alberta, we dont share the same view.




VancouverTorontoMontrealCalgary

Edmonton

$819,384

$556,603

$340,489

$452,968

$359,479

Average Housing Pricein 2014

$85,400

$80,100

$72,300

$113,800

$92,000

Average Household Income in 2011

66%

48%

32%

27%

27%

*Standard MortgagePayment/AverageMonthly Household Incomes

0%

4.6%

2.7%

16.3%

16.3%

Provincial Household SavingsRate 2013

*Mortgage payment estimated at 5% down, and a 4.7% 5-year fixed mortgage rate over 25 years of amortization. Average housing price data was collected from the Canadian Real Estate Board. All other data was collected from Statistics Canada.

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05 MAHOGANY DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Sabal Homes, Stepper Custom Homes, Trico Homes, Homes by Avi ESTATE BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Homes by Avi www.mahoganyliving.com

06 McKENZIE TOWNE DEVELOPER: Mosaic Townhomes: Brookfield Residential BUILDER: Mosaic Townhomes: Brookfield Residential

07 NEW BRIGHTON DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Shane Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Morrison Homes www.livenewbrighton.ca

08 CHAPARRAL VALLEY DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Cardel Lifestyles, Homes by Avi, California Homes

09 QUARRY PARK DEVELOPER: Remington Corporation BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Birchwood Properties, Albi Homes

10 LEGACY DEVELOPER: Westcreek Developments BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Albi Homes, Trico Homes, Excel Homes, Sterling Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes www.legacylife.com

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01 AUBURN BAY DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Residential, Cedarglen Homes, Baywest Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT, Albi Homes, Morrison Homes, Discovery Homes, Innovations by Jayman www.liveauburnbay.ca

02 COPPERFIELD DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sabal Homes, Stepper Custom Homes


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Q & A

TWITTER A GREAT SOURCE FOR NEW- HOME BUYERS

ASK AN EXPERT by HEATHER RYAN

Q: Im looking to buy a new home and currently gathering information. Can you tell me how useful Twitter is in my search?A: Twitter is a great source of information on the real estate market, says Brenda Kasianiuk, social media, marketing and sales associate for Shane Homes. If you are thinking about buying a home and wondering if it is a good time to buy you can search using the hashtag #YYCre the hashtag for Calgary real estate to find useful information. You can find articles on the real estate market in Calgary from industry experts such as the Calgary Home Builders Association and the New Home Buyers Guide.

As well, builders and real estate agents will use this hashtag when posting articles and content that they think is useful for their followers such as promotions, contests, community information, grand openings, new lot releases and more.

Buyers can also find information on decorating, maintaining and organizing their home; showhome photos; videos of showhome and community tours and more. Builders will also post information on current promotions, showhome openings, quick possession homes, etc.

Plus, on Twitter, if you have questions it is easy to engage with companies and get pretty quick responses, Kasianiuk says.

Through Twitter you can really get to know companies these days; the president of Shane Homes, Shane Wenzel, is on Twitter (@79Reasons). By following him you can gain further insights on Shane Homes.

She notes that many of their partners are also on Twitter such as Home Solutions and Mr. Fireplace, providing advice and information on whats new in their realm of product offerings.

With a good variety of home builders now using Twitter for their marketing purposes, as well as to grow their business, it has become a valuable tool to use for information and advice, Kasianiuk adds. Twitter allows users to become aware of your products and services and evaluate them better once an interest has been peaked.

Twitter has the ability to use visually engaging tweet formats that distribute branded information that can contain links to pages where users can easily receive more information on a builders products and services, the communities they build, showhome information and more.

If you have any home related questions, youre invited to contact Shane Homes at [email protected]

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

05 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments

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

10 ELMONT BAY BUILDERS: Westview Builders, Winwood Homes www.elmontbay.com

12 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes

13 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca

15 WEST GROVE ESTATES BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes, Augusta Fine Homes, West Grove Estates

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01 MYSTIC RIDGE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes www.mysticcalbridge.com

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

05 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments

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

10 ELMONT BAY BUILDERS: Westview Builders, Winwood Homes www.elmontbay.com

12 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes

13 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca

15 WEST GROVE ESTATES BUILDERS: Prominent Homes, Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes, Augusta Fine Homes, West Grove Estates

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01 HERITAGE HILLS DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Trico Homes,

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03 SUNSET RIDGE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Innovations by Jayman, Janssen, Calbridge, Landmark

Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi

04 RIVERSONG DEVELOPER: Tamani Communities BUILDERS: Innovations by Jayman, Sabal Homes,

Jayman MasterBUILT, Trico Homes

05 MONTERRA ON COCHRANE LAKE DEVELOPER: Medallion Development Corp. BUILDERS: Prominent, Modena, Cornerstone,

Brooklyn, Astoria Custom Homes

06 WESTPOINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: MGM Developments. BUILDERS: Mapleland Homes, Kingsmith Homes

07 FIRESIDE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge, Janssen, Kingsmith,

Landmark, ReidBuilt Homes www.firesidecochrane.com

08 HEARTLAND DEVELOPER: Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes www.heartlandcochrane.com

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LANDSCAPE SEASON HAS ARRIVED

//INSIGHT

by BRAD JACKMAN

Landscape 360. Professional Landscape Construction.

With the sun shining and trees and plants blooming to life, Landscaping may be at the forefront of your mind. Here are a few ideas homeowners can contemplate before beginning the process. Hiring a landscape contractor should be exciting and satisfying. However, it can also be discouraging for some homeowners, unsure of where to begin, what you want your property to look like and who to talk too. Here are a few tips to guide you through a satisfying landscape construction experience.

Have a plan. You can never call a company too early to plan for the following seasons 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 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. However, 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 someone who has extensive experience in the industry, and is a full service landscape company. Find a landscape company that will complete the task from start to finish and handle any subcontracting required.

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Know your options. When deciding which landscape company to hire, its 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 youre 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 homes exterior. Landscape 360 is a full-service landscape construction company. Our philosophy is based upon professionalism, quality, trust and respect.


by CODY BATTERSHILL

//CALGARYISM

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

Calgary ranks No. 3 on 2014 prosperity scorecard

Good news everyone... Calgary has been named the third most prosperous city in the world for 2014 by the Toronto Region Board of Trades Scorecard on Prosperity.

Here are the Top 10 Most Prosperous Cities of the World in 2014:

#1 Paris, France#2 Stockholm, Sweden#3 Calgary #4 Oslo, Norway#5 Toronto

#6 Boston#7 San Francisco#8 Seattle#9 London, UK#10 Sydney, Australia

In 2013 and 2014, Calgary managed to place second on the annual rankings, however YYC has slipped slightly in 2015 due to a lower score in the economic and labour attractiveness categories in which it received a score of B instead of A like it had the previous year.

Calgary is the strongest economically of all Canadian cities listed, but loses two spots in the category to Paris and Stockholm. For labour attractiveness, YYC also fell to fth spot behind Barcelona, Spain.

On the other hand, Calgary has the shortest commuting times approximately 52 minutes on average and is home to some of the most a ordable housing out of all North American cities that were included in the report analysis.

Calgarys population is also one of its strong points; its rate of growth has increased considerably and the percentage of people aged between 25 and 34 is the highest on the continent. In addition, it is also a very safe city with the lowest homicide rating out of all North American cities!

More on Calgarys ScoresCalgary received ve A grades, and ranks in the top four or ve in 15 di erent categories. As mentioned above, the Scorecard on Prosperity highlights its population growth as one of its strongpoints, with an average growth of 2.9 per cent over the past half-decade.

To put things into perspective, Calgary is growing almost at the same rate as Shanghai, China!

More about the Scorecard on Prosperity e Toronto Region of Board and Trade has been measuring and assessing the labour prospects and economic conditions of the Toronto Metropolitan Area since the release of its rst report in 2009 by comparing the city`s performance to more than 20 others around the globe.

is results in a Scorecard on Prosperity that includes 33 di erent indicators, each split into two categories:Economy (18)Labour Attractiveness (15)

Rankings are done using a most successful and least successful methodology based on combined results from both categories. For a more in-depth look into the Toronto Region Board of Trade`s annual Scorecard on Prosperity, check out bot.com

As a born and raised Calgarian, I must say well done YYC! Hats o to you and the tons of wonderful people who make this place such a great place to live.

JOIN USWant to know more about the heart of the new west? If so, join us today at Calgaryism on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook and learn about everything to do with Calgary today. We hope to see you there!

01 SADDLESTONE DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.genesisbuildersgroup.com

02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes

04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes

05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes

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09 EVANSVIEW DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Acuri Homes

10 SAGE MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group, Passion Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Todays Homes www.genesisbuildersgroup.com

11 VALLEY POINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Albi Homes

12 BEARSPAW WILLOW CREEK BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Hyatt Homes, Laratta Homes, Mckinley Masters Custom Homes

13 WATERMARK AT BEARSPAW #1 Community in Canada* DEVELOPER: Macdonald Development Corporation BUILDERS: Astoria Homes; Albi Homes, Trickle Creek Homes, Wolf Custom Homes www.watermarkatbearspaw.com

14 EVANSRIDGE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDERS: DS Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group, Morrison Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Westview Builders, Stepper Custom Homes, Calbridge Homes, Excel Homes

15 ROCK LAKE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Decker Management BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes

17 SHERWOOD DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group www.lifeinsherwood.com

18 MOUNT PLEASANT BUILDER: Landmark Homes www.landmarkgroup.ca

01 PANORAMA HILLS DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Cardel Homes, Landmark, Excel Homes, Arcuri Homes

02 ROYAL OAK DEVELOPER: Birchwood Properties BUILDERS: Birchwood Properties

03 EVANSTON DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview, NuVista, Trico Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT

04 SAGE HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes

05 NOLAN HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Morrison Homes, Shane Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Jager Homes, Pacesetter Homes www.nolanhillunited.com

06 BEACON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Intergulf Cidex BUILDER: Trico Homes, Intergulf Cidex

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09 EVANSVIEW DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Acuri Homes

10 SAGE MEADOWS DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group, Passion Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Todays Homes www.genesisbuildersgroup.com

11 VALLEY POINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Landmark Homes, Albi Homes

12 BEARSPAW WILLOW CREEK BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Hyatt Homes, Laratta Homes, Mckinley Masters Custom Homes

13 WATERMARK AT BEARSPAW #1 Community in Canada* DEVELOPER: Macdonald Development Corporation BUILDERS: Astoria Homes; Albi Homes, Trickle Creek Homes, Wolf Custom Homes www.watermarkatbearspaw.com

14 EVANSRIDGE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDERS: DS Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group, Morrison Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Westview Builders, Stepper Custom Homes, Calbridge Homes, Excel Homes

15 ROCK LAKE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Decker Management BUILDERS: Crystal Creek Homes, Lupi Luxury Homes

17 SHERWOOD DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Genesis Builders Group www.lifeinsherwood.com

18 MOUNT PLEASANT BUILDER: Landmark Homes www.landmarkgroup.ca

19 SYMONS GATE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Brookfield Residential, Jayman MasterBuilt, Morrison Homes

01 PANORAMA HILLS DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Cardel Homes, Landmark, Excel Homes, Arcuri Homes

02 ROYAL OAK DEVELOPER: Birchwood Properties BUILDERS: Birchwood Properties

03 EVANSTON DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview, NuVista, Trico Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Sterling Homes, Jayman MasterBUILT

04 SAGE HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Pacesetter Homes

05 NOLAN HILL DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Morrison Homes, Shane Homes, Sterling Homes, Trico Homes, Jager Homes, Pacesetter Homes www.nolanhillunited.com

06 BEACON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Intergulf Cidex BUILDER: Trico Homes, Intergulf Cidex

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//SHOWHOME REVIEW

by HEATHER RYAN

Shane Homes opens the door to new LADERA SHOWHOME

IN NOLAN

Amidst a scenic landscape of rolling hills, ponds and Celtic ruins, Shane Homes opens the doors to Ladera the newest addition to its terrific lineup of stylish front-attached garage homes.

While newly opened on the showhome parade in Nolan Hill, the 2,027-sq.-ft. Ladera model is already earning positive reviews from people who love its open concept style, features and contemporary decor.

People really love the vaulted ceiling over the great room because its such a unique feature and the fabulous kitchen design because its great for anyone who loves to cook and entertain, says Dave Gearey, co-area manager with Glenn Jorgensen. The island is huge and people really like the contrasting counters on the island and cabinets its become a very popular feature.

They also like the ensuite, having the laundry upstairs and the huge front bonus room, Gearey says. A great deal of thought was put into this home regarding what the average customer would want and people love the design; its a narrow lot line home, but it makes the most out of the space.

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

That marble-look tile floor also flows to the mud room and garage entry where there are two built-in lockers and an additional closet so outerwear and backpacks can be neatly stored.

The beautiful kitchen serves up an expansive flat surface island with ample seating at the breakfast bar. The light-

The Ladera also has an oversized garage complete with designer series garage doors with window inserts, and there is a full stone surround on the garage doors with upper stone as well.

SHANE HOMES | Ladera

coloured island is a nice contrast to the dark granite countertops and grey cabinets in the rest of the kitchen giving it a timeless look. There is also exceptional storage provided by an additional bank of glass-front cabinets that extend to the ceiling and a massive walk-in corner pantry that is loaded with shelves. Double doors off the kitchen ensures loads of natural light and easy access to the rear deck, expanding your entertaining outdoors.

Across from the kitchen, the dining nook is ideal for entertaining large dinner parties or family gatherings and the space flows nicely into the living room featuring a vaulted ceiling and a fabulous wall-centred fireplace surrounded in glossy black tile and flanked by windows. Laminate hardwood floors adorn the kitchen, dining nook and living room, creating a nice flow.

Going upstairs to the left is the spacious owners suite that provides ample room for king-sized furniture and a luxurious ensuite that features the same marble-look tile from

the entry, a large granite-topped vanity, corner soaker tub, walk-in shower and huge 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 good-sized laundry room.

At the end of the hall, a huge bonus room presents a comfortable space for enjoying movie nights with the family or entertaining friends during the big game.

The Ladera also has an oversized garage complete with designer series garage doors with window inserts, and there is a full stone surround on the garage doors with upper stone as well, Gearey adds.

Check out the new Ladera and Shane Homes other new showhome, the 2,067-sq.-ft. Orion II, at 589 and 593 Nolan Hill Blvd. N.W., Calgary open Monday to Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m., and weekends noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call 403.536.2305 or visit shanehomes.com


//SHOWHOME REVI

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