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Shane Homes meets families’ needs with Tofi no IIION THE COVER
showhome review
14 Shane HomesPhenomenal response to Urbana in Nolan Hill
neighbourhood profi le
40 McKenzie TownePicturesque ‘new urbanist’ community
advice
10 The Homebuying ProcessExploring the typical new home buying experienceby Donna Moore
18 CalgaryismCalgary ranked as the world’s cleanest city!by Cody Battershill
+online
SEARCHHOME
NEIGHBOURHOOD
WITHDYNAMIC
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+PHOTOS+VIDEOS+ADVICE+INSPIRATION+TRENDING
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contentsJAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | VOLUME 19 ISSUE 2
8
10
32
14
1820 Mortgage Mogul
Down payment requirements changeby Jason Eldridge
32 InsightNew home landscapingby Brad Jackman
trending
12 MortgagesOttawa moves to raise down payment rules
in every issue
6 Editor’s Note
38 What’s Online
8
PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME
Jacqueline Hill
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT
Susan Legge
DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL
Moe Lalani
ALBERTA SALES MANAGER
Shelley Bala
EDITOR
Wayne Karl
ART DIRECTOR
Tammy Leung
CONTRIBUTING EDITORS
Sara Duck (on leave)Elisa KrovblitLydia McNutt (on leave)
SENIOR MEDIA CONSULTANT
Melanie Gowans403.200.8462
Follow me on twitter @melgowans
Like us on Facebook ypnexthome
PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR
Greg Van Sluytman
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
Mike Terentiev
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Bala Gnanapandithan
FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT:
403.200.8462
FOR NATIONAL ADVERTISING INQUIRIES CALL:
416.263.6783
Published by
Calgary’s New Home Guide is published 13 times per year. We are located at:2891 Sunridge Way NE Calgary, AB T1Y 7K7. Phone: 587.226.1313The magazine is free to the public ypnexthome.ca
COPYRIGHT 2016 All rights reserved by Yellow Pages Homes Limited. Reproduction in any form is prohibited. Contents of this publication are covered by Copyright and offenders will be prosecuted under the law. The views and data expressed by columnists do not necessarily represent those of the publication.
TERMS Advertisers, Editorial content are not responsible for typographical errors, mistakes or misprints. All prices are correct as of press time and are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E.
EDITORIAL Submissions from interested parties will be considered. Please submit to the editor at [email protected]
district maps
07 Southwest
13 Northwest
23 Cochrane
25 Southeast
29 Northeast
31 Airdrie
35 Okotoks
39 Calgary South Region
41 Calgary East Region
4 YPNEXTHOME.CA
Shane Homes meets families’ needs with Tofi no IIION THE COVER
showhome review
14 Shane HomesPhenomenal response to Urbana in Nolan Hill
neighbourhood profi le
40 McKenzie TownePicturesque ‘new urbanist’ community
advice
10 The Homebuying ProcessExploring the typical new home buying experienceby Donna Moore
18 CalgaryismCalgary ranked as the world’s cleanest city!by Cody Battershill
+online
SEARCHHOME
NEIGHBOURHOOD
WITHDYNAMIC
MAPSLOOK FOR THE CIRCLE
+PHOTOS+VIDEOS+ADVICE+INSPIRATION+TRENDING
MORE
contentsJAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | VOLUME 19 ISSUE 2
8
10
32
14
1820 Mortgage Mogul
Down payment requirements changeby Jason Eldridge
32 InsightNew home landscapingby Brad Jackman
trending
12 MortgagesOttawa moves to raise down payment rules
in every issue
6 Editor’s Note
38 What’s Online
8
PRESIDENT, YELLOW PAGES NEXTHOME
Jacqueline Hill
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / DIRECTOR OF CONTENT
Susan Legge
DIRECTOR OF SALES, NATIONAL
Moe Lalani
ALBERTA SALES MANAGER
Shelley Bala
EDITOR
Wayne Karl
ART DIRECTOR
Tammy Leung
CONTRIBUTING EDITORS
Sara Duck (on leave)Elisa KrovblitLydia McNutt (on leave)
SENIOR MEDIA CONSULTANT
Melanie Gowans403.200.8462
Follow me on twitter @melgowans
Like us on Facebook ypnexthome
PRODUCTION CO-ORDINATOR
Greg Van Sluytman
GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
Mike Terentiev
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Bala Gnanapandithan
FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE CONTACT:
403.200.8462
FOR NATIONAL ADVERTISING INQUIRIES CALL:
416.263.6783
Published by
Calgary’s New Home Guide is published 13 times per year. We are located at:2891 Sunridge Way NE Calgary, AB T1Y 7K7. Phone: 587.226.1313The magazine is free to the public ypnexthome.ca
COPYRIGHT 2016 All rights reserved by Yellow Pages Homes Limited. Reproduction in any form is prohibited. Contents of this publication are covered by Copyright and offenders will be prosecuted under the law. The views and data expressed by columnists do not necessarily represent those of the publication.
TERMS Advertisers, Editorial content are not responsible for typographical errors, mistakes or misprints. All prices are correct as of press time and are subject to change without notice. E. & O. E.
EDITORIAL Submissions from interested parties will be considered. Please submit to the editor at [email protected]
district maps
07 Southwest
13 Northwest
23 Cochrane
25 Southeast
29 Northeast
31 Airdrie
35 Okotoks
39 Calgary South Region
41 Calgary East Region
Our teamwork has you covered
Relax, Calgary, history is on your side
We are always looking for stories
and news about real estate for our
magazines and website.
While the team here at New Home
Guide and YPNextHome.ca attends
events across the country, we also
have a team of talented freelance
writers who help us cover all the bases.
The team’s focus over the last
12 months has been profi ling and
collecting data, photos, videos
and text for some of Canada’s top
neighbourhoods so our readers and
users can get an in-depth view at the
local level. You’ll fi nd data for almost
3,000 di� erent neighbourhoods
across the country that includes
information about the type of
housing available and the people
who live there.
Check out one of our team
member’s personal journey through
a key neighbourhood in this issue.
There’s plenty more to see online at
YPNextHome.ca
Check out our search tool online
and discover new properties and
neighbourhood details.
It’s been an amazing experience to
develop this content, and we’re thrilled
with the results. New neighbourhoods
are being added every week. Please let
us know what you think – and if you
have a favourite neighbourhood you’d
like us to profi le, drop us a line.
We love hearing from you.
It would be foolish to pretend that
all is rosey in Wild Rose Country.
The economy and housing markets
in Alberta are feeling the pinch of
a prolonged slump in oil prices –
plain and simple. It does no good to
think otherwise.
But, now more than ever, it pays
to keep things in perspective.
All the talk about Canada’s hottest
real estate markets currently involves
mostly Toronto and Vancouver.
But would you believe, if we take this
discussion to a more historical level,
Alberta, in fact, is a stellar performer?
Indeed, according to data from
ReMax, Calgary is second only to
Edmonton as the top market in
Canada in terms of annual rate of
return over the last 20 years. Calgary
has yielded 6.61 per cent from 1996
to 2015; Edmonton, 6.64 per cent.
Those “hottest” markets of Toronto
and Vancouver – 6.21 and 6.16 per
cent, respectively.
Relax, Calgary, history is on your side.
+ get social
Editors' Notes
MCKENZIE TOWNE
Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome
SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge
MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/mckenzie-towne
WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl
6 YPNEXTHOME.CA
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
03 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments
04 CRESTMONT DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Augusta Fine Homes, NuVista Homes
05 ELMONT BAY BUILDERS: Westview Builders, Winwood Homes www.elmontbay.com
06 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes
07 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca
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
09 SHAWNEE PARK DEVELOPER: Cardel Homes BUILDERS: Cardel Homes www.cardelhomes.com
10 WEST GROVE POINT DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Sane Homes and Truman Homes
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JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 7
Our teamwork has you covered
Relax, Calgary, history is on your side
We are always looking for stories
and news about real estate for our
magazines and website.
While the team here at New Home
Guide and YPNextHome.ca attends
events across the country, we also
have a team of talented freelance
writers who help us cover all the bases.
The team’s focus over the last
12 months has been profi ling and
collecting data, photos, videos
and text for some of Canada’s top
neighbourhoods so our readers and
users can get an in-depth view at the
local level. You’ll fi nd data for almost
3,000 di� erent neighbourhoods
across the country that includes
information about the type of
housing available and the people
who live there.
Check out one of our team
member’s personal journey through
a key neighbourhood in this issue.
There’s plenty more to see online at
YPNextHome.ca
Check out our search tool online
and discover new properties and
neighbourhood details.
It’s been an amazing experience to
develop this content, and we’re thrilled
with the results. New neighbourhoods
are being added every week. Please let
us know what you think – and if you
have a favourite neighbourhood you’d
like us to profi le, drop us a line.
We love hearing from you.
It would be foolish to pretend that
all is rosey in Wild Rose Country.
The economy and housing markets
in Alberta are feeling the pinch of
a prolonged slump in oil prices –
plain and simple. It does no good to
think otherwise.
But, now more than ever, it pays
to keep things in perspective.
All the talk about Canada’s hottest
real estate markets currently involves
mostly Toronto and Vancouver.
But would you believe, if we take this
discussion to a more historical level,
Alberta, in fact, is a stellar performer?
Indeed, according to data from
ReMax, Calgary is second only to
Edmonton as the top market in
Canada in terms of annual rate of
return over the last 20 years. Calgary
has yielded 6.61 per cent from 1996
to 2015; Edmonton, 6.64 per cent.
Those “hottest” markets of Toronto
and Vancouver – 6.21 and 6.16 per
cent, respectively.
Relax, Calgary, history is on your side.
+ get social
Editors' Notes
MCKENZIE TOWNE
Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome
SUSAN LEGGEEditor-in-Chief / Director of ContentYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @SusanLegge
MORE PHOTOS ONLINEypnexthome.ca/mckenzie-towne
WAYNE KARLSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @WayneKarl
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
03 SPRING VALLEY DEVELOPER: Legend Developments
04 CRESTMONT DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Augusta Fine Homes, NuVista Homes
05 ELMONT BAY BUILDERS: Westview Builders, Winwood Homes www.elmontbay.com
06 DRESSAGE IN SILVERADO DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Augusta Homes
07 WESTLAND ESTATES BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, WestView Builders www.westlandestates.ca
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
09 SHAWNEE PARK DEVELOPER: Cardel Homes BUILDERS: Cardel Homes www.cardelhomes.com
10 WEST GROVE POINT DEVELOPER: Truman BUILDERS: Sane Homes and Truman Homes
›› SOUTHWESTCOMMUNITIES
BOW TRAIL
16 AVENUE
14 S
TR
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14 AVENUE SW
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NOTE: Map is just a graphic representation of areas of developments. See ad of a particular project for more details.
6
9
8 YPNEXTHOME.CA
Showhome Review | SHANE HOMES
cover story
Shane Homes meets families’ needs with the
SHANE HOMES KNOWS what families want as seen with the
newest 2,882 sq. ft. version of their popular Tofino series –
the Tofino III showhome in West Grove Point.
“The reason the Tofino models are so popular is because
they can easily be customized with several standard
options, but also homeowners can make changes to the
plan to completely personalize the home to meet the exact
needs of their family,” says area manager Jack Kushner.
“With this showhome, we’ve upped the wow factor;
it’s larger and more luxurious,” Kushner adds. “It features
a very open floorplan and has been designed in a classic-
contemporary theme; it’s light and bright with high
ceilings and lots of windows, creating a very spacious,
open feel.
“People come into this home and say ‘Wow!’ They love
the incredible ensuite – it really has a spa-like feel – the
kitchen with the exotic granite and the spaciousness of all
the bedrooms – all of which come with walk-in closets
and built-in shelves.”
The Tofino III impresses right from the front door with a
grand foyer featuring a towering open to above ceiling, a
dramatic open-rail staircase and nine-ft. ceilings.
Off the foyer, double french doors open to an IT zone
with a built-in desk and cabinets, as well there’s a half-
bath and huge mud room with built-in lockers, shelves
and a functional bench.
The gorgeous chef’s kitchen is highlighted by an
upgraded granite-topped island with breakfast bar seating,
a chimney-style hood over the cook top range that blends
into the cabinetry, built-in appliances, ceiling height
cabinets and a walk-through pantry with built-in shelves
and an upright freezer.
FABULOUS TOFINO III
LocationWest Point Grove
BuilderShane Homes
Home TypeTofino III
Sales Centre38 West Grove Point S.W., Calgary
ContactJack, 403.536.2304
The kitchen’s eye-catching style continues in the
adjacent dining area with a built-in hutch featuring a wine
fridge and wine rack, while the great room presents a
fabulous feature wall around the fireplace.
Upstairs, the grand owners’ suite offers an inviting private
retreat featuring a lavish ensuite with a free-standing
soaker tub, super-sized walk-in shower and granite-topped
his and her vanities plus a large walk-in closet.
The upstairs also has an expansive bonus room with
a vaulted ceiling and a built-in entertainment unit, two
generously sized bedrooms with walk-in closets, a full
bathroom and large laundry room.
This showhome features an oversized double garage,
however, because of the larger lots, Shane Homes can
build models with triple and quadruple tandem car
garages. Buyers also have a great selection of lots to
choose from, including walkouts and those backing
onto greenspace.
West Grove Point is a pristine parcel of land located in
the heart of Calgary’s coveted west end in the community
of West Springs off 10th Avenue east of 73 Street S.W.
“The west end has all the conveniences people desire
in a quiet natural environment,” Kushner says. “The area,
which is known for its quality of schools, shopping,
entertainment, recreation centres and greenspace, make it
a great space for your family.
“It’s a natural continuation of West Grove Estates,
accommodating single-family homes mostly backing
onto a natural ravine, linear parkway and walkway,”
he notes. “The community draws upon the natural
environment and amenities using traditional architectural
elements, which create a contemporary lifestyle using
modern building and design.
“The architect design guidelines not only protect the
homeowner’s investment with a definitive high end of
architectural detail and creativity, but also ensures an
esthetically-pleasing building and landscape form to
promote and enhance natural views and amenities,” he
explains. “It offers luxury of estate living at an affordable
price with homes starting at $900,000 including house,
lot + GST.”
For more information, visit the Tofino III at 38 West
Grove Point S.W., Calgary, open Monday to Thursday,
2 to 8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m.,
call Jack Kusher at 403.536.2304 or visit shanehomes.com
JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 9
Showhome Review | SHANE HOMES
cover story
Shane Homes meets families’ needs with the
SHANE HOMES KNOWS what families want as seen with the
newest 2,882 sq. ft. version of their popular Tofino series –
the Tofino III showhome in West Grove Point.
“The reason the Tofino models are so popular is because
they can easily be customized with several standard
options, but also homeowners can make changes to the
plan to completely personalize the home to meet the exact
needs of their family,” says area manager Jack Kushner.
“With this showhome, we’ve upped the wow factor;
it’s larger and more luxurious,” Kushner adds. “It features
a very open floorplan and has been designed in a classic-
contemporary theme; it’s light and bright with high
ceilings and lots of windows, creating a very spacious,
open feel.
“People come into this home and say ‘Wow!’ They love
the incredible ensuite – it really has a spa-like feel – the
kitchen with the exotic granite and the spaciousness of all
the bedrooms – all of which come with walk-in closets
and built-in shelves.”
The Tofino III impresses right from the front door with a
grand foyer featuring a towering open to above ceiling, a
dramatic open-rail staircase and nine-ft. ceilings.
Off the foyer, double french doors open to an IT zone
with a built-in desk and cabinets, as well there’s a half-
bath and huge mud room with built-in lockers, shelves
and a functional bench.
The gorgeous chef’s kitchen is highlighted by an
upgraded granite-topped island with breakfast bar seating,
a chimney-style hood over the cook top range that blends
into the cabinetry, built-in appliances, ceiling height
cabinets and a walk-through pantry with built-in shelves
and an upright freezer.
FABULOUS TOFINO III
LocationWest Point Grove
BuilderShane Homes
Home TypeTofino III
Sales Centre38 West Grove Point S.W., Calgary
ContactJack, 403.536.2304
The kitchen’s eye-catching style continues in the
adjacent dining area with a built-in hutch featuring a wine
fridge and wine rack, while the great room presents a
fabulous feature wall around the fireplace.
Upstairs, the grand owners’ suite offers an inviting private
retreat featuring a lavish ensuite with a free-standing
soaker tub, super-sized walk-in shower and granite-topped
his and her vanities plus a large walk-in closet.
The upstairs also has an expansive bonus room with
a vaulted ceiling and a built-in entertainment unit, two
generously sized bedrooms with walk-in closets, a full
bathroom and large laundry room.
This showhome features an oversized double garage,
however, because of the larger lots, Shane Homes can
build models with triple and quadruple tandem car
garages. Buyers also have a great selection of lots to
choose from, including walkouts and those backing
onto greenspace.
West Grove Point is a pristine parcel of land located in
the heart of Calgary’s coveted west end in the community
of West Springs off 10th Avenue east of 73 Street S.W.
“The west end has all the conveniences people desire
in a quiet natural environment,” Kushner says. “The area,
which is known for its quality of schools, shopping,
entertainment, recreation centres and greenspace, make it
a great space for your family.
“It’s a natural continuation of West Grove Estates,
accommodating single-family homes mostly backing
onto a natural ravine, linear parkway and walkway,”
he notes. “The community draws upon the natural
environment and amenities using traditional architectural
elements, which create a contemporary lifestyle using
modern building and design.
“The architect design guidelines not only protect the
homeowner’s investment with a definitive high end of
architectural detail and creativity, but also ensures an
esthetically-pleasing building and landscape form to
promote and enhance natural views and amenities,” he
explains. “It offers luxury of estate living at an affordable
price with homes starting at $900,000 including house,
lot + GST.”
For more information, visit the Tofino III at 38 West
Grove Point S.W., Calgary, open Monday to Thursday,
2 to 8 p.m., and weekends and holidays, noon to 5 p.m.,
call Jack Kusher at 403.536.2304 or visit shanehomes.com
10 YPNEXTHOME.CA
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THIS IS THE SECOND of a two-part
message that explores a typical new
home-buying experience and factors
to consider.
Once you’ve decided on the
priorities for your new home, the
next step in the process is to visit
showhomes and sales centres to see
what’s available.
The key to successful house hunting
is to take your time, take a thorough
look at the models and don’t be afraid
to ask questions.
The sales reps will have information
available on the communities they
build in, lots available and the di� erent
models they build. Keep in mind that a
builder’s showhome is just one model
they o� er, but it’s a good starting
point to gauge quality, details and
standard features.
While visiting the showhome,
drive around the community and ask
yourself if the location meets your
needs. Does it have a good feel?
Can you see yourself living there?
Ask about development plans for the
community, such as parks, pathways,
roads, schools and retail.
When touring showhomes, take a
close look at the quality of each model
home; compare layouts and sizes.
Find out which specs are standard or
upgrades and note the features that
appeal to you. Review the available
layout options; some builders o� er
several such as larger ensuites, IT
centres or a fourth bedroom.
During your showhome visit imagine
your family’s daily routine throughout
Exploring the typical new home buying experience
By Donna Moore
MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice
the seasons and think about whether
the design will meet those needs.
Ask about design fl exibility and
options or upgrade packages, such
as lighting, cabinets, countertops
and fl ooring. Also check out the
lot availability and fi nd out about
landscaping for your property.
Shop around for your builder as
carefully as you do for your home.
Check to see if they’re a member
of the Canadian Home Builders’
Association - Calgary Region and ask
about the warranty program and what
it covers. While warranty coverage is
now mandatory in Alberta for all new
homes, all CHBA - Calgary Region
builder members have had to belong
to a new home warranty program
as part of their conditions to join for
many years as an added protection for
their homebuyers.
Do your homework – check the
builder’s track record, ask how long
they’ve been in business and ask for
referrals from past customers, ask
what to expect during the building
process and fi nd out about the
important after-sales service.
Find out the necessary deposit and
whether you can make a refundable
deposit to hold the home while you
consider your decision.
Are you expected to make payments
throughout construction or pay the
full price of the home, less deposit, on
the day you take possession?
Find out when construction will
begin, possession date, your contact
person before and during construction
and if you can visit your home during.
When you have found the
community and home you want, and
you’re confi dent that you’re dealing
with a quality builder, ask them to
prepare a sales agreement. Have a
lawyer review it before signing and
you’ll have to fi nalize your fi nancing.
From there, you’ll work closely with
your builder to see your purchase
brought to a satisfactory conclusion,
including choosing interior fi nishings.
Just before completion, you’ll do a
walk-through to verify the work has
been done according to plan.
In the end, you’ll fi nd the time
you took to pre-plan pays o� with
a rewarding new home-buying
experience and a home you’ll love for
years to come.
Donna Moore is Executive O� cer, Calgary Region Home Builders’ Association, 403.235.1911, crhba.com
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THIS IS THE SECOND of a two-part
message that explores a typical new
home-buying experience and factors
to consider.
Once you’ve decided on the
priorities for your new home, the
next step in the process is to visit
showhomes and sales centres to see
what’s available.
The key to successful house hunting
is to take your time, take a thorough
look at the models and don’t be afraid
to ask questions.
The sales reps will have information
available on the communities they
build in, lots available and the di� erent
models they build. Keep in mind that a
builder’s showhome is just one model
they o� er, but it’s a good starting
point to gauge quality, details and
standard features.
While visiting the showhome,
drive around the community and ask
yourself if the location meets your
needs. Does it have a good feel?
Can you see yourself living there?
Ask about development plans for the
community, such as parks, pathways,
roads, schools and retail.
When touring showhomes, take a
close look at the quality of each model
home; compare layouts and sizes.
Find out which specs are standard or
upgrades and note the features that
appeal to you. Review the available
layout options; some builders o� er
several such as larger ensuites, IT
centres or a fourth bedroom.
During your showhome visit imagine
your family’s daily routine throughout
Exploring the typical new home buying experience
By Donna Moore
MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice
the seasons and think about whether
the design will meet those needs.
Ask about design fl exibility and
options or upgrade packages, such
as lighting, cabinets, countertops
and fl ooring. Also check out the
lot availability and fi nd out about
landscaping for your property.
Shop around for your builder as
carefully as you do for your home.
Check to see if they’re a member
of the Canadian Home Builders’
Association - Calgary Region and ask
about the warranty program and what
it covers. While warranty coverage is
now mandatory in Alberta for all new
homes, all CHBA - Calgary Region
builder members have had to belong
to a new home warranty program
as part of their conditions to join for
many years as an added protection for
their homebuyers.
Do your homework – check the
builder’s track record, ask how long
they’ve been in business and ask for
referrals from past customers, ask
what to expect during the building
process and fi nd out about the
important after-sales service.
Find out the necessary deposit and
whether you can make a refundable
deposit to hold the home while you
consider your decision.
Are you expected to make payments
throughout construction or pay the
full price of the home, less deposit, on
the day you take possession?
Find out when construction will
begin, possession date, your contact
person before and during construction
and if you can visit your home during.
When you have found the
community and home you want, and
you’re confi dent that you’re dealing
with a quality builder, ask them to
prepare a sales agreement. Have a
lawyer review it before signing and
you’ll have to fi nalize your fi nancing.
From there, you’ll work closely with
your builder to see your purchase
brought to a satisfactory conclusion,
including choosing interior fi nishings.
Just before completion, you’ll do a
walk-through to verify the work has
been done according to plan.
In the end, you’ll fi nd the time
you took to pre-plan pays o� with
a rewarding new home-buying
experience and a home you’ll love for
years to come.
Donna Moore is Executive O� cer, Calgary Region Home Builders’ Association, 403.235.1911, crhba.com
12 YPNEXTHOME.CA
CALGARY, EDMONTON and other markets already
experiencing a cooling are expected to be among
the cities hardest hit by the federal government’s new
minimum down payment requirement.
Finance Minister Bill Morneau on Dec. 11 announced
changes to the rules for government-backed mortgage
insurance, intended to contain risks in the housing
market, reduce taxpayer exposure and support long-
term stability.
E� ective Feb. 15, 2016, the minimum down payment for
new insured mortgages will increase from fi ve per cent
to 10 per cent for the portion of the house price above
$500,000. The fi ve-per-cent minimum down payment
for properties up to $500,000 remains unchanged.
The move represents a graduated approach to
increasing the down payment requirement proportionally
to the cost of a home. Canadians who already hold
mortgages will not be a� ected by this announcement.
“The actions taken prudently address emerging
Trending
vulnerabilities in certain housing markets, while not
overburdening other regions,” Morneau says.
“This measure will increase homeowner equity, which
plays a key role in maintaining a stable and secure housing
market and economy over the long term,” he adds.
For those in Calgary and Edmonton, the move could
have the unintended consequences of imparting additional
cooling on already chilly markets.
CIBC Deputy Chief Economist Benjamin Tal says the
largest impact will be felt in Calgary, due to the large share
of high-ratio mortgages. In this city, the new measures are
estimated to impact about 10 per cent of new sales, while
in Toronto the fi gure is fi ve per cent; in Vancouver, just
2.5 per cent.
MORE TRENDING ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news
Ottawa moves to raise minimum down payment requirementBy Wayne Karl
DATE:19 Jan 2016
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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
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, 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, Creations by Shane Homes www.nolanhillunited.com
06 BEACON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Intergulf Cidex BUILDER: Trico Homes, Intergulf Cidex
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Developer: Birchwood Properties
Milano9 11
Builders: Birchwood PropertiesBuilders: Trico Homes
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Developer: Genesis Development Corp.
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Builders: Majestic Homes
Showhomes: Sherwood Crescent NW
Showhomes: Tuscany Estates Rise NW Showhomes: 2003 20th Ave. Showhomes: 99 Panatella Hill NW
Beacon Heights
Developer: Intergulf Cidex
6
Builders: Trico Homes/Intergulf Cidex
Kincora
Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. | Apex Developments
Hanson Ranch
Developer: Cedarglen Homes | Cardel Homes
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JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 13
CALGARY, EDMONTON and other markets already
experiencing a cooling are expected to be among
the cities hardest hit by the federal government’s new
minimum down payment requirement.
Finance Minister Bill Morneau on Dec. 11 announced
changes to the rules for government-backed mortgage
insurance, intended to contain risks in the housing
market, reduce taxpayer exposure and support long-
term stability.
E� ective Feb. 15, 2016, the minimum down payment for
new insured mortgages will increase from fi ve per cent
to 10 per cent for the portion of the house price above
$500,000. The fi ve-per-cent minimum down payment
for properties up to $500,000 remains unchanged.
The move represents a graduated approach to
increasing the down payment requirement proportionally
to the cost of a home. Canadians who already hold
mortgages will not be a� ected by this announcement.
“The actions taken prudently address emerging
Trending
vulnerabilities in certain housing markets, while not
overburdening other regions,” Morneau says.
“This measure will increase homeowner equity, which
plays a key role in maintaining a stable and secure housing
market and economy over the long term,” he adds.
For those in Calgary and Edmonton, the move could
have the unintended consequences of imparting additional
cooling on already chilly markets.
CIBC Deputy Chief Economist Benjamin Tal says the
largest impact will be felt in Calgary, due to the large share
of high-ratio mortgages. In this city, the new measures are
estimated to impact about 10 per cent of new sales, while
in Toronto the fi gure is fi ve per cent; in Vancouver, just
2.5 per cent.
MORE TRENDING ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news
Ottawa moves to raise minimum down payment requirementBy Wayne Karl
DATE:19 Jan 2016
Produced by
1005 - 11 Ave SWCalgary, AB T2R 0G1Phone: 403.287.9300
Fax: 403.287.9915
F I L E N A M E S A R E F O R I N T E R N A L U S E O N L Y
T H I S F I L E I S P R I N T E D I N 4 C O L O R
File Name TC-14413 NHG HP Jan29 v2.inddPublication New Home Guide Insertion January 29 IssueClient Trico Homes Size 6.75” x 4.625” w/bleedsFonts used Helvetica Neue LTPicture infoProducer GS Revision # Reference # Page #1 of fi le DO NOT ALTER THIS ARTWORK WITHOUT CONTACTING TRICO HOMES
For more information visit us online at www.tricohomes.com
* Red Card value varies by community and available product. Some conditions apply. E&OE.
When you build with Trico Homes you’ll receive your very own Trico Red Card. It comes pre-loaded with cash you can put toward your new home purchase, however YOU like. AND it qualifies you for incredible ongoing savings and rewards!
UP TO $120,000* IN VALUE!HOW WILL YOU SPEND YOURS?
FRONT GARAGE HOMES • LANED HOMES • DUPLEXES
* Red Card value varies by community and available product.
When you build with Trico Homes you’ll receive your . It comes pre-loaded with
cash you can put toward your new home purchase, however YOU like. AND it qualifies you for incredible
www.tricohomes.com
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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 www.genesisland.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
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, 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, Creations by Shane Homes www.nolanhillunited.com
06 BEACON HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Intergulf Cidex BUILDER: Trico Homes, Intergulf Cidex
›› NORTHWESTCOMMUNITIES
NOTE: Map is just a graphic representation of areas of developments.See ad of a particular project for more details.
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northwest
Showhomes: 1228 Sherwood Blvd.
Tuscany Hillside Estates
Developer: Carma
7
Builders: Landmark Homes | Albi Homes
CityLife
Developer: Birchwood Properties
Milano9 11
Builders: Birchwood PropertiesBuilders: Trico Homes
Sherwood
Developer: Genesis Development Corp.
5
Builders: Majestic Homes
Showhomes: Sherwood Crescent NW
Showhomes: Tuscany Estates Rise NW Showhomes: 2003 20th Ave. Showhomes: 99 Panatella Hill NW
Beacon Heights
Developer: Intergulf Cidex
6
Builders: Trico Homes/Intergulf Cidex
Kincora
Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. | Apex Developments
Hanson Ranch
Developer: Cedarglen Homes | Cardel Homes
8 10
Builders: Evolution Homes | Majestic Homes | Excel Homes | Centrex Homes
Builders: Genstar
Showhomes: 115 Kinkora Glen Rd. NW Showhomes: Hidden Creek Blvd. NW
1
2
6
5
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910
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4
14 YPNEXTHOME.CA
BLENDING AN ARRAY of outstanding
sought-after features and smart
designs with affordability and no
monthly condo fees is making Urbana
in Nolan Hill a major hit with buyers.
Urbana is a fabulous collection of
96 two-storey street towns crafted by
Creations by Shane Homes in Nolan
Hill – one of the fastest growing
communities in northwest Calgary.
“The response has been
phenomenal; Urbana must have
been what the northwest was lacking
because we’re already 70 per cent
sold out,” says Area Manager Deb
Gearey. “People love that they get
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a double detached garage, front
and rear landscaping, a patio, a
maintenance-free chain-link
fence and they don’t have to pay
monthly condo fees. The fee simple
model allows customers freedom
from worrying about the uncertainty
of rising condo fees or extra
assessment fees.
“Everyone is also really impressed
with the high standard of features we
offer, the great designs, the location
and the fact that with a fenced back
yard homeowners can have pets,”
Gearey adds. “It’s really the only
development of its kind in Nolan Hill.
Phenomenal response to Urbana in Nolan Hill
LocationNolan Hill
BuilderCreations by Shane Homes
Home TypeUrbana street towns
Sales Centre519 Nolan Hill Drive, N.W, Calgary
ContactDeb Gearey at 403.536.2315 shanehomes.com
and out of the community,” Gearey
adds, with easy access to several
major routes such as Stoney, Sarcee
and Shaganappi Trails.
For more information, visit the
presentation centre, at 519 Nolan
Hill Drive, N.W., open Monday to
Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m., weekends
and holidays, noon to 5 p.m., call
Deb Gearey at 403.536.2315 or visit
shanehomes.com. Urbana now
has an Aldyn showsuite open with
a Turin and Deco opening in the
near future.
“What’s unique now is that because
the remainder of the homes have
been built, we can accommodate
immediate possessions,” she notes.
About half of these homes have
been fi nished with high-end
upgraded specifi cations that include
maple or white cabinets with granite
or quartz countertops, while in the
other half, buyers can still choose
their colours.
Urbana’s interior fi nishes off er
exceptional standard features such as
nine-ft. main fl oor ceilings, popular
laminate fl oors, granite countertops,
stainless steel appliances, upgraded
tile backsplash, choice of two
diff erent cabinet styles, upstairs
laundry with full sized washer/
dryer, owner’s suites with ensuites
and walk-in closets – and all at
an aff ordable price starting in the
$390,000s including GST.
There are fi ve diff erent models
including the 1,368-sq.-ft. Aldyn,
which features a dual owner’s suites
plan and an L-shaped kitchen with a
peninsula. “This home is quite lovely
and ideal for two roommates because
of the design, and it off ers the
aff ordability for a fi rst time
buyer to get into homeownership,”
Gearey says.
Other models available are: the
Turin, similar to Aldyn, but with three
bedrooms; the Ardis, 1,463 sq. ft.,
boasts a large kitchen island and
pantry plus one of the secondary
bedrooms has a sitting area; the
Deco, 1,510 sq. ft., has a unique front
entry with closets on either side and
niches that fl ank the entry in the great
room; the Milan, 1,553 sq. ft., has an
awesome front lifestyle room, a rear
great room and corner walk-in pantry
in the central kitchen.
“People especially love the Milan
because they can have a formal living
room and a family room in the rear of
the home giving them two separate
areas where they can entertain,”
Gearey says.
The homes are attracting broad
interest “from fi rst-time buyers
to families and downsizers,” she
says. “It’s an ideal place to raise a
family; we’re steps away from a
playground and walking paths that
lead to a pond, and we’re within
walking distance to neighbourhood
conveniences, including a Sobeys,
restaurants and services.”
Urbana’s outstanding location
means residents are minutes
away from the Symons Valley
Ranch Farmers’ Market and a new
Walmart Supercentre, and a short
drive from great shops, services,
groceries and more at Beacon Hill
and Creekside Centres.
“We also have great access in
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BLENDING AN ARRAY of outstanding
sought-after features and smart
designs with affordability and no
monthly condo fees is making Urbana
in Nolan Hill a major hit with buyers.
Urbana is a fabulous collection of
96 two-storey street towns crafted by
Creations by Shane Homes in Nolan
Hill – one of the fastest growing
communities in northwest Calgary.
“The response has been
phenomenal; Urbana must have
been what the northwest was lacking
because we’re already 70 per cent
sold out,” says Area Manager Deb
Gearey. “People love that they get
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a double detached garage, front
and rear landscaping, a patio, a
maintenance-free chain-link
fence and they don’t have to pay
monthly condo fees. The fee simple
model allows customers freedom
from worrying about the uncertainty
of rising condo fees or extra
assessment fees.
“Everyone is also really impressed
with the high standard of features we
offer, the great designs, the location
and the fact that with a fenced back
yard homeowners can have pets,”
Gearey adds. “It’s really the only
development of its kind in Nolan Hill.
Phenomenal response to Urbana in Nolan Hill
LocationNolan Hill
BuilderCreations by Shane Homes
Home TypeUrbana street towns
Sales Centre519 Nolan Hill Drive, N.W, Calgary
ContactDeb Gearey at 403.536.2315 shanehomes.com
and out of the community,” Gearey
adds, with easy access to several
major routes such as Stoney, Sarcee
and Shaganappi Trails.
For more information, visit the
presentation centre, at 519 Nolan
Hill Drive, N.W., open Monday to
Thursday, 2 to 8 p.m., weekends
and holidays, noon to 5 p.m., call
Deb Gearey at 403.536.2315 or visit
shanehomes.com. Urbana now
has an Aldyn showsuite open with
a Turin and Deco opening in the
near future.
“What’s unique now is that because
the remainder of the homes have
been built, we can accommodate
immediate possessions,” she notes.
About half of these homes have
been fi nished with high-end
upgraded specifi cations that include
maple or white cabinets with granite
or quartz countertops, while in the
other half, buyers can still choose
their colours.
Urbana’s interior fi nishes off er
exceptional standard features such as
nine-ft. main fl oor ceilings, popular
laminate fl oors, granite countertops,
stainless steel appliances, upgraded
tile backsplash, choice of two
diff erent cabinet styles, upstairs
laundry with full sized washer/
dryer, owner’s suites with ensuites
and walk-in closets – and all at
an aff ordable price starting in the
$390,000s including GST.
There are fi ve diff erent models
including the 1,368-sq.-ft. Aldyn,
which features a dual owner’s suites
plan and an L-shaped kitchen with a
peninsula. “This home is quite lovely
and ideal for two roommates because
of the design, and it off ers the
aff ordability for a fi rst time
buyer to get into homeownership,”
Gearey says.
Other models available are: the
Turin, similar to Aldyn, but with three
bedrooms; the Ardis, 1,463 sq. ft.,
boasts a large kitchen island and
pantry plus one of the secondary
bedrooms has a sitting area; the
Deco, 1,510 sq. ft., has a unique front
entry with closets on either side and
niches that fl ank the entry in the great
room; the Milan, 1,553 sq. ft., has an
awesome front lifestyle room, a rear
great room and corner walk-in pantry
in the central kitchen.
“People especially love the Milan
because they can have a formal living
room and a family room in the rear of
the home giving them two separate
areas where they can entertain,”
Gearey says.
The homes are attracting broad
interest “from fi rst-time buyers
to families and downsizers,” she
says. “It’s an ideal place to raise a
family; we’re steps away from a
playground and walking paths that
lead to a pond, and we’re within
walking distance to neighbourhood
conveniences, including a Sobeys,
restaurants and services.”
Urbana’s outstanding location
means residents are minutes
away from the Symons Valley
Ranch Farmers’ Market and a new
Walmart Supercentre, and a short
drive from great shops, services,
groceries and more at Beacon Hill
and Creekside Centres.
“We also have great access in
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Set amid the rolling hills of Calgary’s northwest, Nolan Hill recalls British Isles character of days
gone by – right down to the castle-ruin entry features. Yet with abundant park space and
nearby shopping, schools and recreation, Nolan Hill offers a modern, family-friendly lifestyle
that combines the best of both worlds – old and new. Take Sarcee Trail 1 km north from
Stoney Trail and follow the signs. NOLANHILLUNITED.COM
old world traditions.
modern living.
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18 YPNEXTHOME.CA
IF YOU KEEP UP with the news, then
you likely already know that Calgary
has been no stranger to critical
acclaim from research institutions and
media companies from around the
world over the past several years.
With awards such as the “fi fth
most livable city in the world” by the
Economist Magazine under its belt –
for fi ve consecutive years, I might add
– it’s probably no surprise to any of us
that YYC was also named the “World’s
Cleanest City” in 2015 by Mercer
Global Financial.
You see, many indicators used
in these reports are quite similar.
For example, those used by Mercer
include the quality and availability of
drinking water, waste management,
pollution, sewage systems and tra� c
density to name a few. Some of these
have to do with infrastructure relating
to water and transportation which is
also something that the Economist
Magazine weighs in heavily on to
determine its own statistics for the
most livable cities.
Without a doubt, the quality of
infrastructure can be directly linked
to the success of Green initiatives
a city has that act to reduce poor
health and unsanitary conditions.
Because without large sewage drains,
big landfi lls and public facilities
to manage and deal with waste
accordingly, issues would arise for
such a place as large as Calgary.
And as a matter of fact, our city
was ranked the cleanest in the world
because of its Green initiatives, not
MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice
to mention bylaws such as $1,000
fi nes for littering. Simply dropping a
cigarette butt on the street can get
you stuck with one of these.
But it really is Green initiatives
such as Alberta’s Too Good to Waste
program, which aims to divert as
much waste as possible away from
landfi lls, items like recyclables and
other reusable parts, as well as other
municipal programs such as Green
Calgary that really make Calgary shine
as the cleanest in the world.
On a municipal basis, the Green
Calgary program is just one of the
initiatives that o� er tips for all to living
a Greener lifestyle such as packing
a less-litter lunch for the kids or
improving the compost for the yard.
One of the long-term goals of this
program is to be diverting 80 per
cent of the cities total garbage away
from landfi lls. The Green Calgary
organization has been operating
for nearly four decades – since
1978 – and also seeks to help locals
feel empowered in creating healthy
communities and homes within
through educating residents on the
environment.
Being born and raised in Calgary,
I would always be the fi rst to
volunteer and tell you myself that YYC
is a very clean place to live. But hey,
don’t take my word for it this time
around, but that of Mercer Global
Financial and their fi ndings for the
“World’s Cleanest City” in 2015. Way
to go Calgary!
See more of everything to do
with YYC today and follow us at
Calgaryism on Twitter, Instagram and
Facebook. We hope to see you there!
Advice | 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 o� the best Calgary has to o� er! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca
By Cody Battershill
Calgary is the world’s cleanest city!
IF YOU KEEP UP with the news, then
you likely already know that Calgary
has been no stranger to critical
acclaim from research institutions and
media companies from around the
world over the past several years.
With awards such as the “fi fth
most livable city in the world” by the
Economist Magazine under its belt –
for fi ve consecutive years, I might add
– it’s probably no surprise to any of us
that YYC was also named the “World’s
Cleanest City” in 2015 by Mercer
Global Financial.
You see, many indicators used
in these reports are quite similar.
For example, those used by Mercer
include the quality and availability of
drinking water, waste management,
pollution, sewage systems and tra� c
density to name a few. Some of these
have to do with infrastructure relating
to water and transportation which is
also something that the Economist
Magazine weighs in heavily on to
determine its own statistics for the
most livable cities.
Without a doubt, the quality of
infrastructure can be directly linked
to the success of Green initiatives
a city has that act to reduce poor
health and unsanitary conditions.
Because without large sewage drains,
big landfi lls and public facilities
to manage and deal with waste
accordingly, issues would arise for
such a place as large as Calgary.
And as a matter of fact, our city
was ranked the cleanest in the world
because of its Green initiatives, not
MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice
to mention bylaws such as $1,000
fi nes for littering. Simply dropping a
cigarette butt on the street can get
you stuck with one of these.
But it really is Green initiatives
such as Alberta’s Too Good to Waste
program, which aims to divert as
much waste as possible away from
landfi lls, items like recyclables and
other reusable parts, as well as other
municipal programs such as Green
Calgary that really make Calgary shine
as the cleanest in the world.
On a municipal basis, the Green
Calgary program is just one of the
initiatives that o� er tips for all to living
a Greener lifestyle such as packing
a less-litter lunch for the kids or
improving the compost for the yard.
One of the long-term goals of this
program is to be diverting 80 per
cent of the cities total garbage away
from landfi lls. The Green Calgary
organization has been operating
for nearly four decades – since
1978 – and also seeks to help locals
feel empowered in creating healthy
communities and homes within
through educating residents on the
environment.
Being born and raised in Calgary,
I would always be the fi rst to
volunteer and tell you myself that YYC
is a very clean place to live. But hey,
don’t take my word for it this time
around, but that of Mercer Global
Financial and their fi ndings for the
“World’s Cleanest City” in 2015. Way
to go Calgary!
See more of everything to do
with YYC today and follow us at
Calgaryism on Twitter, Instagram and
Facebook. We hope to see you there!
Advice | 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 o� the best Calgary has to o� er! He can be reached at 403.370.4180, @Calgaryism on Twitter and calgaryism.ca
By Cody Battershill
Calgary is the world’s cleanest city!
20 YPNEXTHOME.CA
Advice | MORTGAGE MOGUL
IN THE GOVERNMENT of Canada’s
continuing e� ort to reduce the
default risk of Canadians who are
purchasing homes, it is again making
changes to the down payment
requirements. E� ective Feb. 15,
2016, Canadians who are looking to
purchase homes with less than 20 per
cent of the purchase price as their
down payment, could be looking
at increasing their down payment
portion based on the purchase price
of the property.
Under the new rules, if you are
purchasing a home for $500,000 or
less, you can still put down fi ve per
cent. If you are purchasing a property
for $500,000 to $1 million, you will
can put down fi ve per cent on the
fi rst $500,000 and 10 per cent on the
balance of the purchase price. For
example, if you were to purchase a
home for $750,000, your total down
payment requirement would be
$50,000 (up $12,500).
When purchasing a property,
there are many acceptable forms
of down payment.
Firstly most common is personal
savings. You are required to have
a minimum down payment of fi ve
per cent of the purchase price. So
whether it’s taking a chunk of your
monthly income and transferring
these funds to a separate bank
account, or selling an asset and
depositing the money into your
savings account, these funds may be
used to purchase a home. Lenders
require you to provide a detailed
history of your bank account for
the previous 90 days, showing the
accumulation of such funds. If there
are any deposits that exceed $1,500,
you will be required to provide a
paper trail for that deposit. This
documentation will also be required
for any investment accounts, such as
stocks, bonds, mutual funds and tax
free savings accounts that you may
want to draw from.
RRSPs are another source of funds
Down payment requirements change
MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice
– if you are a fi rst time buyer, RRSPs
will be treated di� erently from a tax
perspective. As a fi rst time buyer, you
have the option of withdrawing up
to $25,000 tax free from your RRSP
portfolio (assuming the investment
vehicles you hold inside your RRSP
are fully liquid or will be maturing by
the time you require the funds). The
funds must be paid back to your RRSP
over the course of 15 years.
If you don’t qualify under the
First Time Homebuyers Plan, you
may still use your RRSPs for the
down payment, but these funds
would be subject to withholding
tax( usually fi ve to 15 per cent of the
amount withdrawn), and you would
be responsible for claiming this
withdrawal as income towards that
year’s personal income taxes.
Another source of down payment
is a gift from an immediate family
member (parents, siblings or
grandparents). For most lenders,
all that is required to verify a gift is
a letter signed by the recipient and
donors, and to provide confi rmation
of the gifted funds being deposited to
the recipient’s bank account.
If you already own a home, and
have built up equity in your property
over the years, and you are planning
to sell your property in order to
move into the new one, you may
transfer this existing equity from one
property to the next. If you are taking
possession of your new home prior to
your existing property being released
to the new buyers, you will likely
need to arrange interim or bridge
fi nancing until the funds from the
sale are received. If you are looking
to purchase a second home or a
revenue property, you may qualify to
arrange a Home Equity Line of Credit
(HELOC for short) that may be used
as a valid down payment since you
own the equity in your home.
I invite any questions or comments
regarding my articles. Until next
month…
Jason Eldridge, P.F.P, B. Admin Mortgage Specialist, Axiom Mortgage Solutions (formerly Unisource Mortgage) Cell 403.630.1718, Fax 866.708.5807Email [email protected] Web/apply online jason.axiommortgage.ca
Advice | MORTGAGE MOGUL
IN THE GOVERNMENT of Canada’s
continuing e� ort to reduce the
default risk of Canadians who are
purchasing homes, it is again making
changes to the down payment
requirements. E� ective Feb. 15,
2016, Canadians who are looking to
purchase homes with less than 20 per
cent of the purchase price as their
down payment, could be looking
at increasing their down payment
portion based on the purchase price
of the property.
Under the new rules, if you are
purchasing a home for $500,000 or
less, you can still put down fi ve per
cent. If you are purchasing a property
for $500,000 to $1 million, you will
can put down fi ve per cent on the
fi rst $500,000 and 10 per cent on the
balance of the purchase price. For
example, if you were to purchase a
home for $750,000, your total down
payment requirement would be
$50,000 (up $12,500).
When purchasing a property,
there are many acceptable forms
of down payment.
Firstly most common is personal
savings. You are required to have
a minimum down payment of fi ve
per cent of the purchase price. So
whether it’s taking a chunk of your
monthly income and transferring
these funds to a separate bank
account, or selling an asset and
depositing the money into your
savings account, these funds may be
used to purchase a home. Lenders
require you to provide a detailed
history of your bank account for
the previous 90 days, showing the
accumulation of such funds. If there
are any deposits that exceed $1,500,
you will be required to provide a
paper trail for that deposit. This
documentation will also be required
for any investment accounts, such as
stocks, bonds, mutual funds and tax
free savings accounts that you may
want to draw from.
RRSPs are another source of funds
Down payment requirements change
MORE ADVICE ONLINEypnexthome.ca/news/advice
– if you are a fi rst time buyer, RRSPs
will be treated di� erently from a tax
perspective. As a fi rst time buyer, you
have the option of withdrawing up
to $25,000 tax free from your RRSP
portfolio (assuming the investment
vehicles you hold inside your RRSP
are fully liquid or will be maturing by
the time you require the funds). The
funds must be paid back to your RRSP
over the course of 15 years.
If you don’t qualify under the
First Time Homebuyers Plan, you
may still use your RRSPs for the
down payment, but these funds
would be subject to withholding
tax( usually fi ve to 15 per cent of the
amount withdrawn), and you would
be responsible for claiming this
withdrawal as income towards that
year’s personal income taxes.
Another source of down payment
is a gift from an immediate family
member (parents, siblings or
grandparents). For most lenders,
all that is required to verify a gift is
a letter signed by the recipient and
donors, and to provide confi rmation
of the gifted funds being deposited to
the recipient’s bank account.
If you already own a home, and
have built up equity in your property
over the years, and you are planning
to sell your property in order to
move into the new one, you may
transfer this existing equity from one
property to the next. If you are taking
possession of your new home prior to
your existing property being released
to the new buyers, you will likely
need to arrange interim or bridge
fi nancing until the funds from the
sale are received. If you are looking
to purchase a second home or a
revenue property, you may qualify to
arrange a Home Equity Line of Credit
(HELOC for short) that may be used
as a valid down payment since you
own the equity in your home.
I invite any questions or comments
regarding my articles. Until next
month…
Jason Eldridge, P.F.P, B. Admin Mortgage Specialist, Axiom Mortgage Solutions (formerly Unisource Mortgage) Cell 403.630.1718, Fax 866.708.5807Email [email protected] Web/apply online jason.axiommortgage.ca
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highest standardin the industry, you get more with a Jayman move-in ready home.
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01 HERITAGE HILLS DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Trico Homes
02 JUMPING POUND RIDGE www.jumpingpoundridge.com BUILDERS: WestView Builders,
Kingsmith Homes
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
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06 WESTPOINTE ESTATES DEVELOPER: MGM Developments. BUILDERS: Mapleland Homes, Kingsmith Homes
07 FIRESIDE DEVELOPER: La Vita Land BUILDERS: Calbridge, Janssen, Kingsmith,
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08 HEARTLAND DEVELOPER: Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes www.heartlandcochrane.com
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jayman.com/sunsetridgeLEARN MORE ABOUT THESE HOMESVISIT OUR SHOWHOMES TODAY.
No appointment necessary.
Drive a little.Save a lot.
support from start-to-finishWe make it easy to buy your dream home with mortgages from Jayman Financial, the assistance of Jayman Realty, and a complimentary Jayman moving van.
highest standardin the industry, you get more with a Jayman move-in ready home.
AUBURN BAY | EVANSTON | HEARTLAND | KINGS HEIGHTS | LEGACY
MAHOGANY | REDSTONE | RIVERSONG | RIVIERA | SUNSET RIDGE | SYMONS GATE
customer serviceOur customers say we have exceptional customer service, and the customer is always right. Our customers have placed us among the top 3 builders in the nation for customer satisfaction.
$519,900*
72 Sundown Way
INCL. HOME, LOT & GST
LAMONT MODEL - 2,149 sq.ft.
*Pricing subject to change. Terms and conditions may apply, E.& O.E. 5% down payment, 25 year amortization. Rates subject to change without notice. O.A.C. Client will be required to qualify at a higher rate. See sales centre for details.
act today to take advantage of 2.25% interest rates * available through jayman financial
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01 HERITAGE HILLS DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Trico Homes
02 JUMPING POUND RIDGE www.jumpingpoundridge.com BUILDERS: WestView Builders,
Kingsmith Homes
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
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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
09 THE WILLOWS OF RIVER HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: La Vita Land Inc. BUILDERS: Janssen Homes, Kingsmith Homes, NuVista Homes and Sterling Homes
03 CRANSTON DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Albi Homes, Cardel Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Trico Homes, Morrison Homes, Landmark Homes, Baywest Homes, Brookfield Residential RIVERSTONE OF CRANSTON BUILDERS: Albi Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Landmark Homes, Baywest Homes, Calbridge Homes, Brookfield Residential www.livecranston.ca
04 WALDEN DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, California Homes, Avi Urban
05 MAHOGANY DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Hopewell Residential, Stepper Custom Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes ESTATE BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Homes by Avi www.mahoganyliving.com
06 McKENZIE TOWNE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDER: Mosaic Townhomes: Brookfield Residential www.livemckenzietowne.com
07 NEW BRIGHTON DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: 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, Sterling Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Excel Homes www.legacylife.com
›› SOUTHEASTCOMMUNITIES
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: Hopewell Residential, Stepper Custom Homes
NOTE: Map is just a graphic representation of areas of developments. See ad of a particular project for more details.
MCLVOR
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CopperfieldDeveloper: Hopewell Residential Communities
Mahogany
Developer: HopewellBuilders: Jayman MasterBUILT | Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes | Trico Homes
Auburn Bay
Developer: Carma
Showhomes: Auburn Bay Blvd. SE Auburn Sound Manor SE Auburn Bay Gardens
Showhomes: Corner of Cranston Ave.& Cranarch Rd.
Showhomes: Walden Rise SE
Showhomes: Mahogany Heath SE.
Showhomes: New Brighton Dr. SE.
Builders: Heartland Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Baywest Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT | Albi Homes | Morrison Homes
1
McKenzie TowneDeveloper: Carma
ELGIN VILLAGEShowhomes: Elgin Meadows Green SE. Elgin Estates Park SE.Builders: Cardel Homes | Homes by Avi | Albi Homes | Heartland Homes
VILLAGE OF PRESTWICKShowhomes: Prestwick Blvd SE.Builders: Cedarglen Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT
Builders: Broadview Homes | Coco Homes Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes
New Brighton
Developer: Carma
7
Builders: Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Morrison Homes | Heartland Homes | Homes by Avi
9
CranstonDeveloper: CarmaBuilders: Albi Homes | Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Trico Homes
Cranston Estates
Developer: Carma
Builders: Albi Homes | Landmark Homes | Baywest Homes
WALDEN
Developer: GenstarBuilders: Shane Homes | Cardel Homes | Innovations by Jayman | Excel Homes
southeast
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JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 25
03 CRANSTON DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: Albi Homes, Cardel Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Trico Homes, Morrison Homes, Landmark Homes, Baywest Homes, Brookfield Residential RIVERSTONE OF CRANSTON BUILDERS: Albi Homes, Cedarglen Homes, Landmark Homes, Baywest Homes, Calbridge Homes, Brookfield Residential www.livecranston.ca
04 WALDEN DEVELOPER: Genstar BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Excel Homes, Homes by Avi, California Homes, Avi Urban
05 MAHOGANY DEVELOPER: Hopewell Residential BUILDERS: Jayman MasterBUILT, Hopewell Residential, Stepper Custom Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes ESTATE BUILDERS: Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Homes by Avi www.mahoganyliving.com
06 McKENZIE TOWNE DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDER: Mosaic Townhomes: Brookfield Residential www.livemckenzietowne.com
07 NEW BRIGHTON DEVELOPER: Brookfield Residential BUILDERS: 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, Sterling Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Calbridge Homes, Morrison Homes, Excel Homes www.legacylife.com
›› SOUTHEASTCOMMUNITIES
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: Hopewell Residential, Stepper Custom Homes
NOTE: Map is just a graphic representation of areas of developments. See ad of a particular project for more details.
MCLVOR
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CopperfieldDeveloper: Hopewell Residential Communities
Mahogany
Developer: HopewellBuilders: Jayman MasterBUILT | Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes | Trico Homes
Auburn Bay
Developer: Carma
Showhomes: Auburn Bay Blvd. SE Auburn Sound Manor SE Auburn Bay Gardens
Showhomes: Corner of Cranston Ave.& Cranarch Rd.
Showhomes: Walden Rise SE
Showhomes: Mahogany Heath SE.
Showhomes: New Brighton Dr. SE.
Builders: Heartland Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Baywest Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT | Albi Homes | Morrison Homes
1
McKenzie TowneDeveloper: Carma
ELGIN VILLAGEShowhomes: Elgin Meadows Green SE. Elgin Estates Park SE.Builders: Cardel Homes | Homes by Avi | Albi Homes | Heartland Homes
VILLAGE OF PRESTWICKShowhomes: Prestwick Blvd SE.Builders: Cedarglen Homes | Jayman MasterBUILT
Builders: Broadview Homes | Coco Homes Sabal Homes | Stepper Custom Homes
New Brighton
Developer: Carma
7
Builders: Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Morrison Homes | Heartland Homes | Homes by Avi
9
CranstonDeveloper: CarmaBuilders: Albi Homes | Beattie Homes | Cardel Homes | Cedarglen Homes | Trico Homes
Cranston Estates
Developer: Carma
Builders: Albi Homes | Landmark Homes | Baywest Homes
WALDEN
Developer: GenstarBuilders: Shane Homes | Cardel Homes | Innovations by Jayman | Excel Homes
southeast
2
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26 YPNEXTHOME.CA
Today’s “Buyer’s Market” Could Mean Timely Savings
On A New Home
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) is
projecting that Alberta’s real estate market will favour
buyers more in 2016 compared to 2015. Specifically,
the CREA believes this year’s buyer will benefit from
greater choice and, thus, more negotiating power on
price.
In January, Intelligence House (IH) noted media
coverage on this situation as it pertains to the
Edmonton regional resale market where active
listings began this year up 66% over last year (+28%
across the Calgary region). These media stories
mentioned households who have recently reduced
their asking price in order to sell their home faster in
today’s “buyer’s market”.
Stories like this highlight the interesting process by
which this market will eventually find a new balance
between initial listing prices and what buyers are
willing to pay. Eventually, the prevailing motivations
of this year’s sellers and buyers will bring the number
of active resale listings back toward more historically
sound levels, at which point any buyer advantages
that exist today will begin to deplete.
We believe the positioning of this process can be
statistically tracked by watching how current active
listings compare with a rolling seasonal average
over five years (Edmonton and Calgary regions’
active listings were 45% and 54% above this average
respectively, at the end of December 2015).
Currently, buyers in the Edmonton or Calgary
markets can rest easy as it remains a good time to
buy! However, if you are considering purchasing a
new home later in 2016, hindsight may reveal that
right now is the best time to buy.
IH has come to expect new home builders to be
more price flexible when inventories of unabsorbed
housing (yet ready for occupancy) is high by historical
reference amidst high levels of inventory in their
regional resale markets. In December 2015, the total
amount of new housing units ready for occupancy
in the Edmonton and Calgary regions were 18% and
12% greater than their respective five-year rolling
seasonal averages. IH believes these increases are
more temporary, rather than long term.
Unsurprisingly, we noticed a number of timely
promotions being marketed in showhomes and
sales centres across these markets in January that
were specifically, and in some cases aggressively,
designed to move units that were ready for or nearing
occupancy (the remnants of which might be viewed
throughout the pages of this publication).
That said, the key descriptor of these promotions
is “timely”, as many were tied to specific units or a
specific number of sales in 2016. Regardless, these
promotions signal that new home builders are taking
action to reduce any negative price pressure that an
overabundance of move-in-ready homes might have
on their market throughout 2016 by addressing this
situation at the beginning of the year.
With all of this in mind, the fact remains that the level
of choice for buyers has increased, along with their
negotiation power. If a new home is on your radar, it
may be wise to make that decision sooner rather than
later.
Intelligence House is Alberta’s newest and most innovative
Real Estate Marketing Agency with a focus on strategic
market intelligence which includes full research, marketing
and sales / leasing services for the real estate industry.
From left to right:Emmett HartfieldAlex RuffiniMichael Melnychuk
intelligencehouse.ca
Our Calgary office is now open!
FOLLOW US ON
ASK AN EXPERT: by HEATHER RYAN
Q & A
Q&AAsk An Expert
Q: Do you have any advice for maintaining your home during
the winter?
A: Whether you’re in a new or older home, there are certain
things you need to do to maintain a warm, healthy home
environment in the winter, says Ron Heggs, director of special
projects for Shane Homes.
“First, I recommend you check the furnace filter,” he says.
“The furnace will have been working hard for the past couple of
months, so you’ll want to change or clean the filter. Also check
the humidifier if you have one; you may need to clean or change
the evaporator pads.
“It’s important to watch the humidity level in your home,” Heggs
says. When the temperature drops below -15 C the humidity level
shouldn’t be higher than 25 per cent.
By Heather Ryan
Tips for maintaining your home during the winter
“On those cold winter days, open your blinds to help prevent ice
build up on the windows and give the air a chance to circulate so
warmer air can get to the windows.
“We also recommend people turn on vent fans in the kitchen and
bathroom to get rid of excess moisture, and maybe run them longer
than usual,” he says. “Also make sure to check these fans and clear
them of any build up of lint, so they will run efficiently.”
Homeowners should run their hands around exterior doors and
windows to check for any drafts and, if necessary, repair the weather
stripping, caulking or door sweep.
“It is also a good idea to drain some water from your hot water
tank, especially if it’s a few years old, to remove some of the
sediment from the bottom. The more sediment in the tank the
less efficient.”
Heggs also recommends checking the dryer vent to ensure it’s
clear of lint, so that it will close and help keep cold air out. As well,
if your furnace and hot water tank vent come through the side
wall, it’s important to keep those vents clear of snow, frost and ice.
“More and more homes have a heat recovery system (HRV), so see
if it needs to be cleaned; it’s simply a matter of taking the filter out,
washing it and putting it back.”
For more information, home maintenance
videos can be viewed on Shane Homes’
YouTube channel.
JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 27
Today’s “Buyer’s Market” Could Mean Timely Savings
On A New Home
The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) is
projecting that Alberta’s real estate market will favour
buyers more in 2016 compared to 2015. Specifically,
the CREA believes this year’s buyer will benefit from
greater choice and, thus, more negotiating power on
price.
In January, Intelligence House (IH) noted media
coverage on this situation as it pertains to the
Edmonton regional resale market where active
listings began this year up 66% over last year (+28%
across the Calgary region). These media stories
mentioned households who have recently reduced
their asking price in order to sell their home faster in
today’s “buyer’s market”.
Stories like this highlight the interesting process by
which this market will eventually find a new balance
between initial listing prices and what buyers are
willing to pay. Eventually, the prevailing motivations
of this year’s sellers and buyers will bring the number
of active resale listings back toward more historically
sound levels, at which point any buyer advantages
that exist today will begin to deplete.
We believe the positioning of this process can be
statistically tracked by watching how current active
listings compare with a rolling seasonal average
over five years (Edmonton and Calgary regions’
active listings were 45% and 54% above this average
respectively, at the end of December 2015).
Currently, buyers in the Edmonton or Calgary
markets can rest easy as it remains a good time to
buy! However, if you are considering purchasing a
new home later in 2016, hindsight may reveal that
right now is the best time to buy.
IH has come to expect new home builders to be
more price flexible when inventories of unabsorbed
housing (yet ready for occupancy) is high by historical
reference amidst high levels of inventory in their
regional resale markets. In December 2015, the total
amount of new housing units ready for occupancy
in the Edmonton and Calgary regions were 18% and
12% greater than their respective five-year rolling
seasonal averages. IH believes these increases are
more temporary, rather than long term.
Unsurprisingly, we noticed a number of timely
promotions being marketed in showhomes and
sales centres across these markets in January that
were specifically, and in some cases aggressively,
designed to move units that were ready for or nearing
occupancy (the remnants of which might be viewed
throughout the pages of this publication).
That said, the key descriptor of these promotions
is “timely”, as many were tied to specific units or a
specific number of sales in 2016. Regardless, these
promotions signal that new home builders are taking
action to reduce any negative price pressure that an
overabundance of move-in-ready homes might have
on their market throughout 2016 by addressing this
situation at the beginning of the year.
With all of this in mind, the fact remains that the level
of choice for buyers has increased, along with their
negotiation power. If a new home is on your radar, it
may be wise to make that decision sooner rather than
later.
Intelligence House is Alberta’s newest and most innovative
Real Estate Marketing Agency with a focus on strategic
market intelligence which includes full research, marketing
and sales / leasing services for the real estate industry.
From left to right:Emmett HartfieldAlex RuffiniMichael Melnychuk
intelligencehouse.ca
Our Calgary office is now open!
FOLLOW US ON
ASK AN EXPERT: by HEATHER RYAN
Q & A
Q&AAsk An Expert
Q: Do you have any advice for maintaining your home during
the winter?
A: Whether you’re in a new or older home, there are certain
things you need to do to maintain a warm, healthy home
environment in the winter, says Ron Heggs, director of special
projects for Shane Homes.
“First, I recommend you check the furnace filter,” he says.
“The furnace will have been working hard for the past couple of
months, so you’ll want to change or clean the filter. Also check
the humidifier if you have one; you may need to clean or change
the evaporator pads.
“It’s important to watch the humidity level in your home,” Heggs
says. When the temperature drops below -15 C the humidity level
shouldn’t be higher than 25 per cent.
By Heather Ryan
Tips for maintaining your home during the winter
“On those cold winter days, open your blinds to help prevent ice
build up on the windows and give the air a chance to circulate so
warmer air can get to the windows.
“We also recommend people turn on vent fans in the kitchen and
bathroom to get rid of excess moisture, and maybe run them longer
than usual,” he says. “Also make sure to check these fans and clear
them of any build up of lint, so they will run efficiently.”
Homeowners should run their hands around exterior doors and
windows to check for any drafts and, if necessary, repair the weather
stripping, caulking or door sweep.
“It is also a good idea to drain some water from your hot water
tank, especially if it’s a few years old, to remove some of the
sediment from the bottom. The more sediment in the tank the
less efficient.”
Heggs also recommends checking the dryer vent to ensure it’s
clear of lint, so that it will close and help keep cold air out. As well,
if your furnace and hot water tank vent come through the side
wall, it’s important to keep those vents clear of snow, frost and ice.
“More and more homes have a heat recovery system (HRV), so see
if it needs to be cleaned; it’s simply a matter of taking the filter out,
washing it and putting it back.”
For more information, home maintenance
videos can be viewed on Shane Homes’
YouTube channel.
Savannahas arrived!
CARDELHOMES.COMBuilt for real life.
Cardel quality has never been more affordable.
60
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88 Ave NE52
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r N
E
Register online now for priority selection status. Temporary sales centre opens Feb 13.
Elevations may not be exactly as shown. Rendering is artist concept only.
from the
PAIRED HOMES
$340s
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
from the
$400s
PAIRED HOME
›› NORTHEASTCOMMUNITIES
01 SADDLESTONE DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.saddlestonecalgary.com
02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes
03 CORNERSTONE DEVELOPER: Walton Development Coming soon www.liveatcornerstone.ca
04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Shane Homes (Shane showhome to be built in spring)
05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes
06 SAVANNA IN SADDLE RIDGE DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes, Acuri Homes
NOTE: Map is just a graphic representation of areas of developments. See ad of a particular project for more details.
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JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 29
Savannahas arrived!
CARDELHOMES.COMBuilt for real life.
Cardel quality has never been more affordable.
60
St
NE
Airport Tr NE
Country Hills Blvd
88 Ave NE52
St
NE
Sto
ney
Tr
80 Ave NE
Met
is T
r N
E
Register online now for priority selection status. Temporary sales centre opens Feb 13.
Elevations may not be exactly as shown. Rendering is artist concept only.
from the
PAIRED HOMES
$340s
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES
from the
$400s
PAIRED HOME
›› NORTHEASTCOMMUNITIES
01 SADDLESTONE DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDERS: Genesis Builders Group www.saddlestonecalgary.com
02 SADDLEBROOK DEVELOPER: MLC Land Company BUILDERS: Elite Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Trico Homes
03 CORNERSTONE DEVELOPER: Walton Development Coming soon www.liveatcornerstone.ca
04 REDSTONE DEVELOPER: Qualico Communities BUILDERS: Broadview Homes, NuVista Homes, Pacesetter Homes, Innovations by Jayman, Trico Homes, Creations by Shane Homes, Shane Homes (Shane showhome to be built in spring)
05 CITYSCAPE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDERS: Mattamy Homes
06 SAVANNA IN SADDLE RIDGE DEVELOPER: Genstar Development Co. BUILDERS: Cardel Homes, Homes by Avi, Excel Homes, Acuri Homes
NOTE: Map is just a graphic representation of areas of developments. See ad of a particular project for more details.
16 AVENUE 16 AVENUE
32 AVENUE
64 AVE.
CEN
TRE
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Vesta Collection is a celebrated addition of Estate Laned Homes, Single Family Laned Homes and Duplexes to prestigious Cooper’s Crossing. With unmatched curb appeal, Vesta Collection provides a perfect opportunity for all buyers to live in Airdrie’s most desirable community without compromising space or quality.
Final Phase Now Selling
SINGLE FAMILY LANED HOMES FROM THE LOW $500s*
DUPLEXES FROM THE HIGH $300s*
ESTATE LANED HOMES FROM THE LOW $700s* - SOLD OUT
VestaCollection.com | 403.980.4525
Spacious interior of Gateway townhome
Affordable luxury duplex home
Horizons single family front garage homes in Williamstown
Single family laned homes in Vesta Collection
An award-winning community featuring 8 distinct housing styles, 60 acres of protected green space, striking Craftsman streetscapes, and brand new Herons Crossing Elementary School. More homes released for sale in our final phases, offering well-appointed 2 & 3 bedroom townhomes and 3 & 4 bedroom single family homes with room to grow.
Final Phase Now Selling
SINGLE FAMILY FRONT GARAGE HOMES FROM THE LOW $400s*
3-STOREY TOWNHOMES FROM THE HIGH $200s*
VestaWilliamstown.com | 403.980.3345
60% SOLD
OVER 80%
SOLD
›› AIRDRIECOMMUNITIES05 RAVENSWOOD
DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview
06 COOPER’S 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
11 PIER 11 Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: Genesis Builder Group pier11airdrie.com
12 MIDTOWN Developer: Wenzel Developments & Apex Developments Builders: Creations by Shane Homes, Excel, Trico
VETERANS BLVD
1ST AVE
YANKEE VALLEY BLVD
NOSE CREEK
EASTLAKE
VETERANS BLVD
YANKEE VALLEY BLVD
2
1 12
11
3
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01 BAYSIDE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: 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 KING’S HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca
JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 31 * Prices and availability are subject to change without notice. This is not an offering for sale.
Any such offering can only be made by way of disclosure statement. E & O.E.
Vesta Collection is a celebrated addition of Estate Laned Homes, Single Family Laned Homes and Duplexes to prestigious Cooper’s Crossing. With unmatched curb appeal, Vesta Collection provides a perfect opportunity for all buyers to live in Airdrie’s most desirable community without compromising space or quality.
Final Phase Now Selling
SINGLE FAMILY LANED HOMES FROM THE LOW $500s*
DUPLEXES FROM THE HIGH $300s*
ESTATE LANED HOMES FROM THE LOW $700s* - SOLD OUT
VestaCollection.com | 403.980.4525
Spacious interior of Gateway townhome
Affordable luxury duplex home
Horizons single family front garage homes in Williamstown
Single family laned homes in Vesta Collection
An award-winning community featuring 8 distinct housing styles, 60 acres of protected green space, striking Craftsman streetscapes, and brand new Herons Crossing Elementary School. More homes released for sale in our final phases, offering well-appointed 2 & 3 bedroom townhomes and 3 & 4 bedroom single family homes with room to grow.
Final Phase Now Selling
SINGLE FAMILY FRONT GARAGE HOMES FROM THE LOW $400s*
3-STOREY TOWNHOMES FROM THE HIGH $200s*
VestaWilliamstown.com | 403.980.3345
60% SOLD
OVER 80%
SOLD
›› AIRDRIECOMMUNITIES05 RAVENSWOOD
DEVELOPER: Qualico BUILDERS: NuVista, McKee Homes, Pacesetter, Broadview
06 COOPER’S 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
11 PIER 11 Developer: Genesis Land Development Corp. Builders: Genesis Builder Group pier11airdrie.com
12 MIDTOWN Developer: Wenzel Developments & Apex Developments Builders: Creations by Shane Homes, Excel, Trico
VETERANS BLVD
1ST AVE
YANKEE VALLEY BLVD
NOSE CREEK
EASTLAKE
VETERANS BLVD
YANKEE VALLEY BLVD
2
1 12
11
3
10
4
5
NOTE: Map is just a graphic representation of areas of developments. See ad of a particular project for more details.
6
7
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01 BAYSIDE ESTATES DEVELOPER: Genesis Land Development Corp. BUILDER: 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 KING’S HEIGHTS DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDER: Loreck Homes, McKee Homes, ReidBuilt Homes, Shane Homes, Homes by Avi, Innovations by Jayman www.kingheights.ca
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New home landscapingIT 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.
Landscaping your new home will require breaking
your project into categories and allocating your budget
accordingly. The first category should be your home’s
hardscape. Your hardscape will include major focal
points of your yard such as decks, retaining walls, patios,
walkways and task specific areas such as fire pits and
BBQ stations. Your hardscape will determine your yard’s
function, boundaries and overall flow. This is done first in
the project and will have a large influence on what is left
in your budget to finish the yard. This is by far the most
expensive part of your project but it is what defines your
home’s exterior.
Your next category to consider is your landscape
amenities. This will include irrigation, lighting and other
Insight
By Brad Jackman
nonessential options that make living in your home more
comfortable and luxurious. Landscape amenities are
typically installed mid project and can add great value and
function. This category can get costly and because it is
somewhat nonessential many people pass on investing
into these options. Many homeowners describe these
aspects of their yard as some of the most important
additions they made.
Landscape 360 has had good feedback about lighting
and irrigation, and we feel it is important to consider if this
fits into your new home landscaping budget.
The last category to consider is your softscape. This
includes trees, shrubs, perennials, garden beds and turf.
These horticultural elements bring everything together,
create life, colour, personality and create the overall vibe
of your home. These options are essential and are done in
the final stages of your project. There is a lot of variance in
cost amongst your softscaping options. The cost of trees
and shrubs vary depending on size and number. Garden
beds can include decorative rock, mulch or be finished
with fresh garden mix or loam; therefore the budget can
usually be accommodated.
Turf is typically the most budget friendly part of your
project and is usually a basic need for every new home.
Addressing these categories separately will help you and
your landscaper to work within the budget. A clear plan
and open communication will provide the foundation for a
successful landscape project.
A consultation with a reputable landscaper is the
best place to start when planning your outdoor project.
Here, you can essentially interview your landscape
contractor and become familiar with their ideas,
company procedures and overall vibe. Hiring the right
professional landscaper is the most important step of
your project. It is beneficial to do your research. Ask to
see their portfolio, view their website, talk with previous
clients 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. It is important to hire someone who has
extensive experience in the industry, and is a full service
Landscape 360 Professional Landscape Construction
403.452.0360, landscape360.ca
Like us on facebook
landscape company. Once a professional is selected a
conceptual landscape design can be established. This will
allow the homeowner to help visualize their yard before
construction begins. Professionally landscaping your
property provides 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. The key to enjoyment and the
longevity of your yard is quality craftsmanship. A locally
owned and operated Calgary based company, Landscape
360 specializes in residential, estate and acreage
landscape construction. Our philosophy is based upon
professionalism, quality, trust and respect. Brad Jackman
and Brian Smith lead a team of friendly, knowledgeable
and hardworking staff.
JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 33
New home landscapingIT 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.
Landscaping your new home will require breaking
your project into categories and allocating your budget
accordingly. The first category should be your home’s
hardscape. Your hardscape will include major focal
points of your yard such as decks, retaining walls, patios,
walkways and task specific areas such as fire pits and
BBQ stations. Your hardscape will determine your yard’s
function, boundaries and overall flow. This is done first in
the project and will have a large influence on what is left
in your budget to finish the yard. This is by far the most
expensive part of your project but it is what defines your
home’s exterior.
Your next category to consider is your landscape
amenities. This will include irrigation, lighting and other
Insight
By Brad Jackman
nonessential options that make living in your home more
comfortable and luxurious. Landscape amenities are
typically installed mid project and can add great value and
function. This category can get costly and because it is
somewhat nonessential many people pass on investing
into these options. Many homeowners describe these
aspects of their yard as some of the most important
additions they made.
Landscape 360 has had good feedback about lighting
and irrigation, and we feel it is important to consider if this
fits into your new home landscaping budget.
The last category to consider is your softscape. This
includes trees, shrubs, perennials, garden beds and turf.
These horticultural elements bring everything together,
create life, colour, personality and create the overall vibe
of your home. These options are essential and are done in
the final stages of your project. There is a lot of variance in
cost amongst your softscaping options. The cost of trees
and shrubs vary depending on size and number. Garden
beds can include decorative rock, mulch or be finished
with fresh garden mix or loam; therefore the budget can
usually be accommodated.
Turf is typically the most budget friendly part of your
project and is usually a basic need for every new home.
Addressing these categories separately will help you and
your landscaper to work within the budget. A clear plan
and open communication will provide the foundation for a
successful landscape project.
A consultation with a reputable landscaper is the
best place to start when planning your outdoor project.
Here, you can essentially interview your landscape
contractor and become familiar with their ideas,
company procedures and overall vibe. Hiring the right
professional landscaper is the most important step of
your project. It is beneficial to do your research. Ask to
see their portfolio, view their website, talk with previous
clients 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. It is important to hire someone who has
extensive experience in the industry, and is a full service
Landscape 360 Professional Landscape Construction
403.452.0360, landscape360.ca
Like us on facebook
landscape company. Once a professional is selected a
conceptual landscape design can be established. This will
allow the homeowner to help visualize their yard before
construction begins. Professionally landscaping your
property provides 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. The key to enjoyment and the
longevity of your yard is quality craftsmanship. A locally
owned and operated Calgary based company, Landscape
360 specializes in residential, estate and acreage
landscape construction. Our philosophy is based upon
professionalism, quality, trust and respect. Brad Jackman
and Brian Smith lead a team of friendly, knowledgeable
and hardworking staff.
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Discover an established, family-friendly community in Okotoks where you can build a new home with an award-winning
builder and open your door to nature preserves, parks and playgrounds. A new phase has just been released - act now to
have your choice of home and lot and tour a showhome at the corner of Milligan Drive and Drake Landing Blvd.
Visit DRAKEUNITED.COM for builder information, lot maps and directions.
Open your door to Drake Landing
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02 CIMARRON DEVELOPER: Tristar Communities BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Trico Homes, Coco Homes, Timbercreek Homes, Westview Homes, Kunz Homes
03 DRAKE LANDING DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, Sterling Homes, Prominent Homes
04 WESTMOUNT DEVELOPER: Prominence Development Corp. BUILDERS: Cornerstone Homes, Gramercy Homes, Carpenter Homes
08 MOUNTAINVIEW (NOW OPEN) AT SANDSTONE DR. & MOUNT BURNS GREEN Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sterling Homes www.mountainviewokotoks.com
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JAN 29 - FEB 26, 2016 | NEW HOME GUIDE 35 L I F E S T Y L E H O M E S | P R O M I N E N T H O M E S | S T E R L I N G H O M E S Starting from the $400s
Discover an established, family-friendly community in Okotoks where you can build a new home with an award-winning
builder and open your door to nature preserves, parks and playgrounds. A new phase has just been released - act now to
have your choice of home and lot and tour a showhome at the corner of Milligan Drive and Drake Landing Blvd.
Visit DRAKEUNITED.COM for builder information, lot maps and directions.
Open your door to Drake Landing
NEW SHOWHOMES
NOW OPEN
›› OKOTOKSCOMMUNITIES
01 OKOTOKS AIR RANCH & RANCHERS’ RISE DEVELOPER: Bordeaux Developments BUILDERS: Baywest Homes, Sterling Homes, Wolverine Custom Homes
02 CIMARRON DEVELOPER: Tristar Communities BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Trico Homes, Coco Homes, Timbercreek Homes, Westview Homes, Kunz Homes
03 DRAKE LANDING DEVELOPER: United Communities BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, Sterling Homes, Prominent Homes
04 WESTMOUNT DEVELOPER: Prominence Development Corp. BUILDERS: Cornerstone Homes, Gramercy Homes, Carpenter Homes
08 MOUNTAINVIEW (NOW OPEN) AT SANDSTONE DR. & MOUNT BURNS GREEN Apex Developments BUILDERS: Excel Homes, Sterling Homes www.mountainviewokotoks.com
2A
2A 2A7
2A
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MILLIGAN DR.
SANDSTONE DR.
MOUNTAINVIEWGATE
WE
ST
LAN
D S
T.W
ES
TLA
ND
ST.
32 ST. E
.32 S
T. E.
BANNISTER GATECRYSTAL SHORES RD.
370 AVE. E.
549
549
WESTRIDGE DR.
SO
UT
HR
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R.
CIMARRO
N BLVD.
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HAMPTON HILLS BUILDERS: WestView Builders
MONTROSE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDER: Lifestyle Homes, Red Door Homes
PRIDDISHAWKS LANDING 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
BLACK DIAMONDRIVERWOOD ESTATES DEVELOPER: Riverwood Estates Inc. BUILDERS: Woodmaster Homes Ltd.
HERITAGE POINTEARTESIA AT HERITAGE POINTE DEVELOPER: Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Albi Homes, Calbridge Homes www.liveatartesia.com
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HIGH RIVERHIGHWOOD LAKE DEVELOPER: WestView Builders BUILDER: WestView Builders
HAMPTON HILLS BUILDERS: WestView Builders
MONTROSE DEVELOPER: Dream Development BUILDER: Lifestyle Homes, Red Door Homes
PRIDDISHAWKS LANDING 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
BLACK DIAMONDRIVERWOOD ESTATES DEVELOPER: Riverwood Estates Inc. BUILDERS: Woodmaster Homes Ltd.
HERITAGE POINTEARTESIA AT HERITAGE POINTE DEVELOPER: Heritage Pointe Properties Inc. BUILDERS: Astoria Custom Homes, Albi Homes, Calbridge Homes www.liveatartesia.com
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MCKENZIE TOWNE is a picturesque
neighbourhood in the deep
southeast of Calgary. It was one
of the fi rst newer developments
to introduce the concept of a
“new urbanist” community. A
hub for young professionals and
families, McKenzie Towne is a great
community not only because of its
a� ordable prices but also thanks to
its variety of homes available.
Lifestyle
McKenzie Towne has a great visual
presence with the picturesque High
Street and wide open park spaces.
The neighbourhoods have beautiful
variations – one of the most popular
spots is rows and rows of Brownstone
townhouses complete with a scenic
gazebo in the park in the middle.
A beautiful neighbourhood that
functions as its own tiny small town.
Neighbourhood Profi le
Picturesque ‘new urbanist’ community
McKenzie Towne
Vibe
Just brimming with youth, McKenzie
Towne has been known as a great
place to raise a family since its
inception in 2000. Plenty of wide
open spaces and playgrounds, this
is the perfect neighbourhood for
anyone who has craved more space
and their own backyard. An active
community, it is not unusual to see
residents jogging, cycling and walking
dogs at all hours of the day.
In the area
Mckenzie Town presents average
suburban living expenses and features
the typical array of chain stores such
as Starbucks, pubs that are a� ordable,
easy to access and very friendly. You
can expect to pay average prices for
drop-in at gyms and yoga studios
which give an added benefi t to living
in this community.
Planes, trains & automobiles
Accessed via Deerfoot Trail,
commuting from downtown will
leave you with a quite a drive to and
from work. There are also rapid transit
commuter buses leaving downtown
during rush hour, a� ording McKenzie
Towne residents a swift route home.
The neighbourhood also has quick
access to Calgary’s bike trail system
to ride to Fish Creek Park and beyond.
The good, the bad & the rest
An almost entirely self-sufficient
neighbourhood, this main street
shopping area contains multiple
dental and medical offices, banks,
grocery stores among many
other amenities that help to keep
residents satisfied. It is only a quick
11-minute drive to the new hospital
in Auburn Bay. Plenty of schools in
this area, too.
SOURCE: ENVIRONICS
Average household income
$118,428 Family structure
Own vs. rent
Education levels
Fast facts
FAMILIES
45%COUPLES
34%SINGLES
OWNERS
RENTERS
21%
82%
18%
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UNIVERSITY
34%HIGH SCHOOL
35%COLLEGE
31%
By Kait Kucy
Kait Kucy is a lifestyle and travel writer and blogger for online and print publications in Canada and the U.S.
CHESTERMERERAINBOW FALLS DEVELOPER: Truman Developments BUILDER: Jager Homes, Lionsworthe Homes, Douglas Homes, ReidBuilt Homes
WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, ReidBuilt Homes
SHORES ON WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Homes by Avi, Albi Homes
KINNIBURGH 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
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04 BUFFALO HILLS (coming soon) BUILDERS: Prominent Homes Douglas Homes, Klair Custom Homes Prominent Homes, Mapeland Homes
LAKEPOINTE DEVELOPER: Mattamy Homes BUILDER: Mattamy Homes Sales centre 400 Westpark Dr.
LANGDONBOULDER CREEK ESTATES DEVELOPER: Harmony Park BUILDERS: Stepper Custom Homes, Broadview Homes
HANSON PARK DEVELOPER: Hanson Park Developments BUILDERS: Canaco Homes Ltd, Ovation Homes Ltd, Douglas Homes
STRATHMORE THE RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: United BUILDERS: Jager Homes and Westview Builders
WILDFLOWER RANCH IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Cancorp Property Group Inc. BUILDERS: Carpenter Homes, Paradyme Homes, Aquilla Homes and Canterra Custom Homes
EDGEFIELD IN STRATHMORE DEVELOPER: Pollyco BUILDERS: ReidBuilt Homes, Ovation Homes, Westview Homes, Aquilla Homes www.edgefieldstrathmore.com
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MCKENZIE TOWNE is a picturesque
neighbourhood in the deep
southeast of Calgary. It was one
of the fi rst newer developments
to introduce the concept of a
“new urbanist” community. A
hub for young professionals and
families, McKenzie Towne is a great
community not only because of its
a� ordable prices but also thanks to
its variety of homes available.
Lifestyle
McKenzie Towne has a great visual
presence with the picturesque High
Street and wide open park spaces.
The neighbourhoods have beautiful
variations – one of the most popular
spots is rows and rows of Brownstone
townhouses complete with a scenic
gazebo in the park in the middle.
A beautiful neighbourhood that
functions as its own tiny small town.
Neighbourhood Profi le
Picturesque ‘new urbanist’ community
McKenzie Towne
Vibe
Just brimming with youth, McKenzie
Towne has been known as a great
place to raise a family since its
inception in 2000. Plenty of wide
open spaces and playgrounds, this
is the perfect neighbourhood for
anyone who has craved more space
and their own backyard. An active
community, it is not unusual to see
residents jogging, cycling and walking
dogs at all hours of the day.
In the area
Mckenzie Town presents average
suburban living expenses and features
the typical array of chain stores such
as Starbucks, pubs that are a� ordable,
easy to access and very friendly. You
can expect to pay average prices for
drop-in at gyms and yoga studios
which give an added benefi t to living
in this community.
Planes, trains & automobiles
Accessed via Deerfoot Trail,
commuting from downtown will
leave you with a quite a drive to and
from work. There are also rapid transit
commuter buses leaving downtown
during rush hour, a� ording McKenzie
Towne residents a swift route home.
The neighbourhood also has quick
access to Calgary’s bike trail system
to ride to Fish Creek Park and beyond.
The good, the bad & the rest
An almost entirely self-sufficient
neighbourhood, this main street
shopping area contains multiple
dental and medical offices, banks,
grocery stores among many
other amenities that help to keep
residents satisfied. It is only a quick
11-minute drive to the new hospital
in Auburn Bay. Plenty of schools in
this area, too.
SOURCE: ENVIRONICS
Average household income
$118,428 Family structure
Own vs. rent
Education levels
Fast facts
FAMILIES
45%COUPLES
34%SINGLES
OWNERS
RENTERS
21%
82%
18%
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UNIVERSITY
34%HIGH SCHOOL
35%COLLEGE
31%
By Kait Kucy
Kait Kucy is a lifestyle and travel writer and blogger for online and print publications in Canada and the U.S.
CHESTERMERERAINBOW FALLS DEVELOPER: Truman Developments BUILDER: Jager Homes, Lionsworthe Homes, Douglas Homes, ReidBuilt Homes
WESTMERE DEVELOPER: Melcor BUILDERS: Lifestyle Homes, ReidBuilt Homes
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