Brad Herman, Calgary real estate: Blog

Deconstruction Reshapes Log Cabin Style

March 29th, 2013

These Chicago homeowners envisioned this house as a romantic log cabin getaway from their city lives. Set outside of Pinedale, Wyoming, this picturesque 10-acre riverside property is like something out of a dream. But the clients weren't interested in a traditional cabin — they wanted a more modern approach. http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6913727/list?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u248&utm_me ...

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DEFYING THE NORM

March 29th, 2013

While MLS® home sales in Canada decreased by 2.1 per cent between January and February, sales in Calgary increased more than seven per cent. There were 1,591 sales in Calgary in January 2013 followed by 1,709 in February. Nationally, not seasonally adjusted activity decreased 15.8 per cent compared to February 2012. http://www.crebnow.com/defying-the-norm/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=face ...

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Friday Feature: Open Concept Layouts

March 29th, 2013

Friday Feature: Open Concept LayoutsLet the sun shine in! Open up your life with our light-filled, open concept living spaces. Enjoy the spacious layouts that invite and embrace.To learn more: http://ow.ly/jyJCchttps://www.facebook.com/BradHermanRealEstate

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HEY, WHERE’S ALBERTA THE BOOM?

March 28th, 2013

When it comes to the real estate market, the conjecture is flowing, the questions being posed, the concern mounting. In the majority of the country, this concern is all focused on markets perceived to be ‘over-priced’ or ‘over-heated.’ However, with a quick trip west to Alberta you find the concern is on the opposite end of the scale with the experts asking the question: “Why isn’t the market ...

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Here are 4 Calgary cafés that are perfect for morning brunch and evening dining. (Lunch inspiration, anyone?)

March 28th, 2013

Here are 4 Calgary cafés that are perfect for morning brunch and evening dining. (Lunch inspiration, anyone?)http://www.avenuecalgary.com/articles/4-calgary-cafes-that-do-it-righthttps://www.facebook.com/BradHermanRealEstate

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Pick of the Day

March 28th, 2013

Pick of the Dayhttps://www.facebook.com/BradHermanRealEstate

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Inner-city real estate prices 'skyrocketing' thanks to walkability

March 28th, 2013

CALGARY — Proximity to amenities – an area’s accessibility – has become one of the key determinants of a residential property’s value, according to the Real Estate Investment Network. And a neighbourhood’s ‘walkability’ to those amenities is becoming increasingly more important to potential homebuyers. http://www.calgaryherald.com/business/real-estate/Inner+city+real+estate+prices+Calgary+s ...

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Inspiration of the Day

March 28th, 2013

Inspiration of the Dayhttps://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10151584545788304&set=a.463512163303.258366.158726178303&type=1&theater

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Last week Calgary was named as one of the best places to live in the world for three consecutive years in a row (2010-2012), according to the The Economist's Liveability Survey.

March 28th, 2013

Last week Calgary was named as one of the best places to live in the world for three consecutive years in a row (2010-2012), according to the The Economist's Liveability Survey. Here are 7 reasons to love living in Calgary: http://bestcalgaryhomes.com/love-living-in-calgary-albertahttps://www.facebook.com/BradHermanRealEstate

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Bank of Canada searches far and wide for Carney's successor

March 28th, 2013

The search for a new Bank of Canada chief to replace Mark Carney has pitted internal front-runner Tiff Macklem against a range of external candidates as officials look outside the bank for people who may have more hands-on business experience. Most central bank watchers believe Macklem, currently second-in-command at the bank, has outstanding credentials and deserves to take over when his bo ...

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