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Vote for Your Top Choice in Calgary Property Management!
Power Properties is proud to announce that we are a 2022 Top Choice Award Nominee for Property Management in Calgary! Now, we need your help to WIN!
2021 Community Service Award Winner
On November 5, 2021, Power Properties Ltd. was announced as the winner of the Community Service Award presented by the Calgary Residential Rental Association.
Community Feature: Edgemont
Welcome to Edgemont! Edgemont is a long-standing favourite neighbourhood located within Calgary’s northwest. Surrounded by John Laurie Boulevard, Sarcee Trail, Country Hills Boulevard and Shaganappi Trail, you’re never far from other parts of the city or out of reach of the downtown core.
Habitat for Humanity Build Days
In 2021, the team at Power Properties participated in two Build Days for Habitat for Humanity Southern Alberta, providing low-income families with a place to call home in Calgary.
Next Steps for New Property Management Clients
If you’re a new Property Management client, here are the next steps we’re taking to get your property rented.
Community Feature: Richmond
Welcome to Richmond! Richmond/Knob Hill is an inner-city community that is popular among urban professionals working downtown, and individuals interested in new inner-city infill lots.
Capital Gains Tax and your Rental Property
As a property management company, we see landlords move back into their rental properties all the time. However, as a landlord, you may be unaware of the potential Capital Gains Tax you may incur when you move back into your property. In this blog post, we will break it down for you.
Community Feature: Rosedale
Welcome to Rosedale! With stunning downtown views and SAIT neighboring it’s left side, Rosedale is a neighborhood of youthful and vibrant families and individuals both studying and working within the local area.
4 Benefits of Hiring A Property Management Company
While Real Estate Investing can be a great source of passive income, the day-to day operations of a rental property require a time commitment that you might not to up for. This is where a Property Management company can step in to save the day.
Calgary’s Rental Market
August 1, 2021 - The Calgary rental market is starting to heat up! What does that mean for landlords?
Community Feature: Sunalta
Welcome to Sunalta, one of Calgary’s earliest established communities. Located directly west of the city’s downtown core.
What is included in a Property Management Fee?
If you hire a Property Management company with an all-inclusive Property Management Fee, you can expect these services to be included.
8 Ways to Beat the Heat this Summer in your Rental
A historic heatwave is hitting Calgary and can leave Calgarians seeing temperatures in the high 20s and 30s in the weeks to come. Read our tips to beat the heat in your rental this summer.
Everything You Need to Know About Security Deposits
All the nitty-gritty details and requirements about security deposits. PLUS learn how to make sure you get your security deposit back in full from any landlord.
How to Sell Your Rental Property with Tenants
When selling a rental property there are a few things to consider including the type of lease, when the lease ends, and what kind of tenants you have.
6 Steps to Rent Out Your Property
With over 41 years of experience in the Calgary Property Management industry, we’ve broken down the 6 steps proven to rent out your property time and time again.
Calgary’s Real Estate Market
June 1, 2021 - Key statistics coming out of the Calgary Real Estate Board. Inventory rises, but seller’s market conditions remain.
Community Feature: Lincoln Park
Welcome to Lincoln Park, a cozy community in Calgary’s southwest quadrant. With a small retail area, professional medical centre, and car dealerships in the area, Lincoln Park is always buzzing with people and has many great businesses surrounding it.
Why You Should Invest in Real Estate
Let’s explore some of the benefits of investing in real estate. Including rental income, capital growth and tax advantages.
Calgary’s Real Estate Market
April 1, 2021 - Is the market playing tricks, what is going on in Calgary real estate? The Calgary real estate market continues to defy predictions.