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My Personal Guide to the Coziest Calgary Coffee Shops (For House Hunting Fuel)

Let’s be real: house hunting is exciting, but it can also be a marathon. And marathons require fuel. Not the protein-bar kind (though those help too) — I’m talking about coffee. Whether I’m meeting clients for a first showing or spending an afternoon writing offers, I have my go-to coffee spots aro

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Things HGTV Forgot to Tell You About Owning a Home

HGTV makes homeownership look like a dreamy montage. Sledgehammers swing in slow motion, walls come down with dramatic music, and within 30 minutes, a fixer-upper turns into a dream home. Reality check: owning a home is wonderful, but it’s not always glamorous. Here’s what HGTV forgot to mention. F

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Why Overpricing Your Home is Like Wearing Socks with Sandals

Here’s the thing about socks with sandals: technically, you can wear them. But should you? Probably not. And if you do, you’re sending the wrong message. Overpricing your home works the same way. It might feel like a bold move, but instead of helping, it usually ends up hurting you. What Happens Wh

The Things You’ll Pretend Not to Notice at a Showing (But You Should)

Let’s be honest: showings can feel a little awkward. You’re wandering around someone else’s house, politely nodding at their family photos, and pretending you’re not judging their choice of wallpaper. And while it’s easy to get swept up in the shiny staging and freshly baked cookie smell, this is n

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What Really Happens the Week Before You List Your Home

Listing your home is kind of like throwing a wedding. There’s a lot of prep, a lot of emotions, and someone will probably cry over flowers — except in this case, it might be your baseboards. Most people picture the “HGTV version” of listing a house: candles glowing, pillows fluffed, a photographer

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