Jennifer Sipkens - Real Estate Professionals

10/13/2026

Thinking about selling your home, but there are still a few repairs or unfinished projects?

You may not need to fix everything before you list.

Some repairs are absolutely worth doing because they can affect how buyers perceive the home, create concerns during an inspection, or turn into negotiation points later. Other projects may not give you enough return to justify the cost.

In my latest blog, I break down:

• Which repairs are usually worth doing
• What can often wait
• When an unfinished renovation matters
• Whether you should renovate before selling
• What Calgary sellers should know about known defects
• When selling “as-is” may make more sense

Before spending thousands getting your home ready for market, it helps to know what buyers are actually likely to care about.

Read the full post here:
https://www.jennifersipkens.ca/blog/should-you-list-your-home-before-repairs-are-done/

10/07/2026

Buying a home in Calgary? There’s more than one type of insurance you may hear about during the purchase — and they don’t all protect the same person.
🏠 Home insurance
🏢 Condo insurance
📄 Title insurance
💰 Mortgage default insurance
❤️ Mortgage life or disability insurance
🛠️ New-home warranty coverage
I’ve updated my blog to explain what each type of insurance does, which ones may apply to your purchase, and what buyers should be asking before possession.
If you’re buying a condo, there’s also an important distinction between the condo corporation’s insurance and the coverage you need personally.
Read the full guide here:
https://www.jennifersipkens.ca/blog/insurance-calgary/

Types of Insurance involved in Real Estate including mortgage insurance, title insurance, life/disability insurance and home owner's insurance

10/06/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED | 19 Versant View SW | Alpine Park

Want the fresh feel of a newer home without having to start from scratch?

This 2024 Sterling-built home offers 2,334 sq. ft., 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, with many of those important extras already taken care of.

✨ 9' ceilings on the main floor
✨ Executive kitchen with two-tone cabinetry & gas cooktop
✨ Large pantry with dedicated coffee bar
✨ Main-floor den
✨ 4 bedrooms upstairs
✨ Bonus room with vaulted ceiling & skylight
✨ 5-piece primary ensuite
✨ Central A/C
✨ Landscaped & fenced yard with deck
✨ Side entrance to the unfinished basement

And when you want to get outside, the community pond, pathways and picnic area are just a short walk away.

📍 19 Versant View SW, Calgary
💰 $789,000

You can view listing here: https://www.jennifersipkens.ca/property-search/detail/46/A2349209/19-versant-view-sw-calgary-ab-t2y-0w9/

10/05/2026

🏠 Buying or selling an older Calgary home?

If the property was built in the 1960s or 1970s, there’s a chance it may have aluminum wiring — and that can raise questions about safety, insurance and possible upgrades.

The good news? Aluminum wiring doesn’t automatically mean the home needs to be completely rewired.

In my latest blog, I cover:
• why aluminum wiring was used
• what buyers should look for
• what sellers should know
• insurance considerations
• when an electrician should be involved
• whether pigtailing or other repairs may be recommended

If you’re buying an older Calgary home, this is one issue worth understanding before you remove your conditions.

Read the full article: https://www.jennifersipkens.ca/blog/things-to-know-about-aluminum-wiring/

10/03/2026

🏡 Calgary Real Estate Market Update – September 2026
The Calgary market stayed fairly steady in September, but the story looks quite different depending on the type of property.
Detached homes remain relatively balanced, while row homes and apartment condos are seeing more supply and softer pricing.
A few key numbers:
- Overall benchmark price: $566,700, down nearly 1% year over year
- Detached: prices down about 1%
- Row homes: prices down nearly 6%
- Apartment condos: prices down more than 8%
For buyers, increased selection in some parts of the market may create more opportunities. For sellers, understanding what is happening specifically in your property type and neighbourhood is becoming increasingly important.
I’ve broken down the September numbers — including detached, semi-detached, row and apartment condos — in my latest blog post.
👉 Read the full Calgary market update here:
https://www.jennifersipkens.ca/blog/detached-home-sales-improve-in-september/

Market update from CREB for September

10/01/2026

Open House - stop by and say hi!

10/01/2026

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10/01/2026

Looking for 55+ apartment complexes in Calgary and wonder about the amenities? I have created a YouTube channel where I have filmed amenities in some of the most popular 55+ buildings in Calgary! Including workshops!

🎥 Check out my YouTube channel and subscribe so you don’t miss new videos. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIji4Efk47BelC_OqAvgcUg

And if you’re searching for Calgary 55+ condos for sale, visit jennifersipkens.ca

09/30/2026

Buying a condo in Calgary? Condo insurance can be confusing, especially when it comes to understanding what the condominium corporation covers and what you still need to insure yourself.
The condo corporation’s insurance typically covers the building, common areas, and standard unit finishes. But owners still need their own policy for things like personal belongings, liability, improvements, additional living expenses, and deductible protection.
If you are buying a condo, this is something worth understanding before you remove conditions.
Read the blog here: https://www.jennifersipkens.ca/blog/condo-insurance-in-calgary/

Buying a condo in Alberta? Learn what the condo corporation insures, what personal coverage you need, and how insurance deductibles affect owners.

09/29/2026

Are sellers allowed to record buyers during a home showing? 📹🏡
With doorbell cameras, indoor cameras and smart home devices becoming more common, this is a question more buyers and sellers are asking.
Learn about the rules around private conversations, audio recording and what sellers should know before showings begin.
If you’re buying or selling a home, this is an important topic to understand.
Read the blog here: https://www.jennifersipkens.ca/blog/steps-to-selling-your-home-in-calgary/