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Residential Vs. Commercial Real Estate: What's the difference?
Real estate has become a popular form of investment across all levels of investors, but it can be hard to know what type of property is best for your situation. Residential and commercial real estate offer unique opportunities; understanding their differences is crucial in deciding the best for your portfolio.
Rental Property Insurance in Calgary: What to Expect in 2023
Getting the proper insurance coverage for your Calgary rental property is important. Our Insurance Broker lets you know what to expect in 2023.
Every.Single.Day.
February 1, 2023 - With the rental market so hot, many of you are chomping at the bit to purchase additional rental properties, however, over the past three months it has been difficult to find properties that are producing positive or even break-even cash flow. So where does that leave you?
Let’s Talk Security Deposits with a Property Manager
Are you moving out? Here are some tips on how to get your security deposit back!
5 Tips for Preparing Your Property for Advertising Photos
If you're looking to rent your property, high-quality photos are essential to attracting potential buyers or tenants. In order to showcase your property in its best light, it's important to prepare your space before the photo shoot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Property Management
In this blog post, we will cover some of the most frequently asked questions about property management, including topics such as property management costs, maintenance, and tenant selection.
Why Investing in Real Estate is a Good Idea During Inflation
The spike in real estate prices in 2022 have been staggering. Meanwhile, mortgage rates have almost doubled. With consumer inflation at a four-decade high, raising the price of properties, you may wonder whether this is a good time to invest in real estate. Here are some reasons why doing so may benefit you.
Looking at The Year Ahead
January 1, 2023 - Calgary started the year with an incredibly tight sales market leading to bidding wars, and homes selling for hundreds of thousands of dollars over the asking price. Seven consecutive interest rate hikes took the wind out of the sales market by later-summer-early-fall. So where does that leave us for 2023?
Make-A-Wish Calendar of Wishes
On December 8th, 2022, the Make-A-Wish foundation recognized Power Properties for their contributions in their annual Calendar of Wishes Events.
Supply and Demand Levels in the Calgary Rental Market
December 1, 2022 -Supply in the rental market continues to be tight and is expected to get even tighter. Having said that, we are seeing decreased demand for detached houses in the $2500-$3000 per month range.
Vote for Calgary’s Top Choice in Property Management!
Power Properties is a 2023 Top Choice Award Nominee for Calgary Property Management! Now, we need your help to WIN!
Calgary Seeing Growth in Rental Prices
November 1, 2022 - So much of the news is negative these days, but here is some good news for Calgary landlords. Alberta is largely expected to lead the country in GDP growth, Calgary was the 3rd most popular inter-provincial immigration destination in Canada, and increasing interest rates are pushing rents higher!
CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award Finalist
Power Properties was named 1 of 3 finalists for the CPA Alberta Social Entrepreneurship Award, presented by the Calgary Chamber.
5 Essential Fall Maintenance Tips for your Rental
When temperatures start to drop, it’s time to prep your property for the upcoming winter months. Follow these simple steps, to make sure you have a safe and warm winter season.
How to Find Good Tenants for Your Rental
Finding good tenants for your rental doesn’t have to be a challenge. Read our guide on how to screen your tenant properly.
The Sales Boom is Done, Make Way for the Rental Boom
September 1, 2022 - Rents in Calgary have increased twenty-five to thirty percent year-over-year! That is a staggering increase, even more, remarkable is the speed with which the rents increased.
Community Feature: University Heights
A buzzing neighbourhood located next door to some of Calgary’s biggest attractions, University Heights is a popular neighborhood for students and families.
How much does it cost to hire a Property Manager?
Property management companies have a variety of fee structures, but there are some standard fees you can expect.
Power Properties Stampede Breakfast!
Join the team at Power Properties for our Annual Calgary Stampede Breakfast! Wednesday, July 13, 2022 from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
The Calgary Rental Market is Hot!
July 1, 2022 - The answer to the question we keep hearing “how’s the rental market?” In a word “HOT!”