Calgary Real Estate :: Redline Real Estate

Octobers Market Report – 3 Mins & it’s all you will need!

Darren Langille — Tue, 06 Dec 2016 05:25:58 +0000

Please tune in to our Market Report from October. We don’t like to do things like everyone else, and prefer to interpret the data in a way that is both appealing, and informative. I hope you like and if you have any further questions please don’t hesitate to ask any of us here at Redline Real Estate.

October’s Market Update

Career Opportunity – Mortgage Agent (or Team)

Darren Langille — Tue, 17 Nov 2015 22:53:07 +0000

Redline Mortgages is currently looking for a seasoned mortgage professional or mortgage team to join our brokerage!

Honestly (and I’m not just saying this), but opportunities like this don’t come around often. This unique offering is likely only going to available once as we continue to grow and expand the Redline Brand throughout Calgary & the Alberta mortgage landscape.

We are looking for a mortgage agent to be the face to our already existing mortgage division at Redline Real Estate Group. You will benefit from being the in-house mortgage source for our super powered top selling real estate sales team of 13 agents, along with lead opportunities from our in-house full service property management division.

We are Calgary’s most comprehensive real estate brokerage and our in-house mortgage agent will benefit from more opportunities than you’d ever receive from your traditional mortgage brokerage.

If you are interested in the opportunity please contact Darren, CEO of Redline Real Estate at darren@redlinerealestate.ca or 403 407 1900.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Time to do some Spring Cleaning! Join us at our Spring Clean Out Event on Sat. April 11/15 from 12 noon-4:00PM.

Darren Langille — Thu, 02 Apr 2015 21:03:50 +0000

Exclusive Offer for Website Visitors!

Darren Langille — Thu, 26 Feb 2015 22:12:32 +0000

We have just launched an exclusive offer to our online website visitors because we value you so much!

Buy your next property with us and receive an exclusive $1000 Pre-paid Mastercard! And get entered into a draw for airfare for 2 to anywhere in North America!

To be eligible for the offer you need to complete your mortgage with a licensed agent from Redline Mortgages and complete the purchase with one of our fantastic Redline Real Estate Agents.

Simple as that!

In today’s market more than ever, who you work with matters!

Week 7. What to do in Calgary! Feb 9-15

Darren Langille — Mon, 09 Feb 2015 23:13:05 +0000

Bloodshot. 161, 115 9th Ave SE. Feb 15 2015

Derek is a skilled photographer, very down on his luck. A mysterious envelope arrives with a stranger asking him to take secret pictures of an elegant young woman as she walks in Holland Park. The reward is handsome but the irresistible assignment takes a sudden, shocking turn. Entangled, and compelled to understand, Derek is led to a seedy Soho night-life populated by dubious characters. What do an Irish comedian, American saxophone player, and Russian conjuror have to do with the shooting? Derek finds his whole outlook on life is challenged by what he discovers.

Harlem Quartet with pianist Aldo López-Gavilán. Monday Feb 9 2015

Harlem Quartet advances diversity in classical and jazz music while engaging new audiences with varied repertoire that includes works by minority composers. Their most recent recording, Hot House, with jazz master Chick Corea and percussionist Gary Burton was a 2013 multi-Grammy Award winner.

Week 6. Things to do in Calgary. Feb 2-8

Darren Langille — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:00:50 +0000

The Vin Room West – Lunch and Learn Series 8561-8A Ave SW. Tuesday, February 3 2015. Price $ 35.00

Come enjoy lunch, wine pairing and Chris Day from KPMG as he teaches the art of networking at the Vin Room. Learn the art of connecting small business owners to your clients. Chris is a passionate believer in private company ownership and entrepreneurial ventures.

Dinner and a Movie – Spaghetti Westerns. Gasoline Alley Museum. Tuesday February 3 2015. Runs until February 17 2015.

Tuesday night is dinner and a movie night at the Gasoline Alley Museum! Spaghetti Westerns is the theme of the films paired with a themes meal from the Selkirk Grille. For tickets and more info click, Spaghetti Western

Mini Valentines Day Market. The Metropolotan Centre, The Royal Room. February 11 2015

Mini Valentines Day Market is a once a year, one of a kind gift, local shopping experience. You will find something truly special at this market!

Calgary Boat and Sportsmen’s Show. BMO Centre. February 5 2015. Runs Until February 8 2015.

Come and see the latest in marine products, boats, fishing gear, ATV stuff, and camping gear at the BMO Centre! Renowned Alberta outdoorsmen and women will be presenting seminars to share their knowledge and experience with you. Bring the kids – they will have the opportunity to interact with rare birds, try their hand at fishing and participate in other hands on activities. For more information, click Calgary Boat & Sportmen’s Show

Stayin’ Alive: A Tribute to the Bee Gees. Jack Singer Concert HAll. February 7 2015

This symphonic salute pays tribute to the legendary Bee Gees with such hits as Jive Talkin’, How Deep Is Your Love, Night Fever and more.

Week 5. What’s happening in Calgary. Jan 26-Feb 1

Darren Langille — Mon, 26 Jan 2015 22:55:56 +0000

Symphonic Pink Floyd: The Wall and Dark Side of the Moon. Wednesday, January 28, 2015. Jack Singer Concert Hall

The influence of Pink Floyd’s The Wall and Dark Side of the Moon is undeniable. Come experience the genius of ‘Dark Side of the Moon’. For one night only at the Jack Singer Concert Hall. For tickets and more information, Pink Floyd

MEC Ice Climbing Festival 2015. Banff Ave Square. Friday, January 30, 2015. Runs until Feb 1 2015.

Wanna get away for the weekend to Banff? MEC along with Banff Snow Days is hosting The MEC Ice Climbing Festival. Tests your skills by climbing a huge wall of ice! You can also check out MEC’s latest gear and take a ice climbing clinic. This competition is open to all ages and skills.

Dreaming Now. Friday January 30. Runs until Feb 1 2015. Vertigo Theatre.

A boy dreams. In his dreams he experiences a merge of reality and technology merge. If a boy dreams in digital, is he a different kind of being than the rest of us? Dreaming now uses interactive technologies to explore a land where we are all connected. Showtimes vary – visit Dreaming Now for more details.

Movie: Inspirational Women Rock Climbing & Kayaking. Plaza Theatre. Friday January 30.

Three wonderfully inspirational movies that showcase women rock climbing and kayaking. Project Mina, Push it and Nobody’s River are all in support of the Calgary Area Outdoor Council. For tickets and more infortmation, click Inspirational

BOC drops prime lending rate 0.25%

Brett Turner — Wed, 21 Jan 2015 16:22:06 +0000

Borrowing just became easier for Canadians as the Bank of Canada dropped its key lending rate by 0.25% this morning in response to falling oil prices. This is great news for anyone planning to buy or trade up this year as their newer, more expensive properties will be more affordable with less buying pressure than we saw in 2014. It’s also great news for real estate investors as rents are staying flat (so far) and now mortgages will be cheaper.

Check out the CTV news link on the announcement below.

http://www.ctvnews.ca/business/key-interest-rate-unexpectedly-lowered-1.2198493

Week 4. What’s Going on In Calgary. Jan 19-25

Darren Langille — Mon, 19 Jan 2015 22:29:02 +0000

Mump & Smoot in Anything with Knooma. January 20 2015. Runs until February 1 2015. Martha Cohen Theatre

The hilarious clowns of horror are back in their strange underworld trying to outlive the anarchy that confronts them. For more information and tickets click, Mump & Smoot

ADHD Sketch Comedy. January 20 2015. Dickens Pub. 1000 9th Ave SW

Saturday Night Live and SCTV have nothing on this Calgary live sketch comedy performance! Now in their second season, performing at Dickens Pub for one night only!

The Turner Valley Gas Plant Portfolio, Photography by George Webber. January 21 2015. Runs until March 22 2015. Lougheed House

Renowned Calgary based photographer George Webber will have his most recent exhibition of work presented at the Lougheed House. George Webber’s fascination with the artistry of the abandoned Turner Valley Gas Plant shows stunningly in his photographs. Further information about the exhibit can be seen here, Lougheed House

Wild Rose Brewery Beer 101. January 25 2015. #2, 4580 Quesnay Wood Drive SW

Wild Rose Brewery spends the afternoon showing you a “How’s It’s Made” presentation as well as a tour around their 40,000 square foot production plant. You’ll also receive taste tests of their core brands as well a ‘how to’ on how to cook with Wild Rose beer. As a thank you, you’ll take home a 16oz Wild Rose Pint Glass!

Calgary Real Estate Market is Resilient

Darren Langille — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 22:29:31 +0000

Just because oil prices are down, doesn’t mean Albert’a housing market is going with it. According to a report released by RBC Economic Research, the province’s housing market resiliency is attributed to a population boom, a strong energy economy and increasing incomes.

“A strong economy and rapid population growth continue to trump any possible worries that Alberta’s energy boom might bust in the near future,” RBC’s chief economist Craig Wright explained in a statement. According to Wright, ‘the province’s affordability reputation is drawing more and more prospective buyers. For example, housing demand in Calgary is outpacing supply despite new listings increasing 17 per cent in the second and third quarters.”

The RBC Economic Research report indicates that the price of an average bungalow in Alberta to be about $405,700, a detached two-storey home at $410,200 and a condo at $242,800.

According to RBC’s affordability index, nationally it eased slightly by 0.2 percentage points to 47.8 per cent for two-storey homes, decreased 0.3 percentage points to 27.1 per cent for condos, and increased by 0.1 percentage points to 42.6 per cent for detached condos.

When cash flow is tight, economists say that condos are still the more affordable option in almost every market.