Amit Bhopal - Realtor Calgary & Area

05/25/2024

Building boost? Province boasts Bill 20 changes; Calgary mayor says it won't do much
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Calgary is addressing a housing crisis with changes in Bill 20 and city charters, including property tax exemptions for non-profit housing providers. The province aims to streamline building standards and increase housing supply. Calgary's mayor criticizes the lack of new measures, while an expansio...

05/24/2024

Renters facing more debt stress compared to mortgage holders, according to Bank of Canada
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Canada's renters are facing more financial stress than homeowners due to rising debt costs, as per the Bank of Canada's analysis. Renters, especially those without a mortgage, are struggling with arrears on credit card and auto loan payments. Homeowners with mortgages are handling the higher debt bu...

05/23/2024

Calgary's Red-Hot Market: Booming Amid Worries

05/22/2024

Calgary's High Housing Starts Outpace Rising Demand

05/21/2024

Steady Prices Amidst Limited Inventory in Canada as of May 2024
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05/21/2024

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05/20/2024

Where You Can Buy for Under $500,000 in Calgary

05/19/2024

Calgary market sees 7% increase in residential sales, continues to favour sellers
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Calgary residential sales increased by seven percent compared to last year, with 11 percent more new listings. Supply levels are declining, especially for lower-priced homes. Seller-favoured conditions persist, with prices rising. Detached, semi-detached, row homes, and apartment condominiums all sa...

05/18/2024

Why blanket rezoning has become Calgary's biggest housing controversy
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Calgary's largest public hearing begins to discuss rezoning regulations allowing more housing density in established communities. The proposal aims to address the housing crisis by amending zoning rules. The controversial blanket rezoning would impact older neighborhoods, sparking debate among resid...

05/17/2024

A Calgary solution to housing affordability
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Canada's housing crisis is driven by success, with cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary being highly desirable. Local, provincial, and federal governments need to work together to increase housing options and affordability. Converting existing homes into secondary units could provide a soluti...