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✨ JUST LISTED IN AIRDRIE — WATERFRONT IN BAYSIDE ✨📍 2257 Bayside Circle SW, Airdrie💰 $1,049,000🏡 MLS® A2338952Welcome to...
08/21/2026

✨ JUST LISTED IN AIRDRIE — WATERFRONT IN BAYSIDE ✨

📍 2257 Bayside Circle SW, Airdrie
💰 $1,049,000
🏡 MLS® A2338952

Welcome to an exceptional executive walk-out bungalow set on a stunning canal-front lot in sought-after Bayside.

Offering 4 bedrooms + den, this beautifully finished home combines elegant interiors, incredible entertaining spaces, and a backyard that feels like your own private waterfront retreat.

Inside, you’ll find:

✨ Vaulted ceilings and oversized windows
✨ Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite counters, huge island, gas cooktop and built-in oven
✨ Floor-to-ceiling rock-faced gas fireplace
✨ Spacious main-floor den
✨ Luxurious primary retreat with deck access
✨ Spa-like 5-piece ensuite with steam shower
✨ Fully finished walk-out basement
✨ Huge family and games room
✨ Custom wet bar with full-size appliances
✨ Dedicated wine room
✨ Second gas fireplace
✨ Air conditioning and thoughtful upgrades throughout

And then there’s the backyard. 👀

🌊 Direct canal frontage
☀️ Incredible 3-tiered outdoor living space
🔥 Multiple entertaining areas
🛁 Hot tub
🌿 Artificial turf and raised garden beds
🏡 Exposed aggregate patios and walkways
🍖 Perfect spaces for BBQs, relaxing, and sunset evenings by the water

Whether it’s morning coffee overlooking the canal, entertaining friends on the deck, or unwinding in the hot tub at the end of the day, this home delivers a lifestyle that is hard to replicate.

Located steps from pathways, parks and schools, with shopping and amenities just minutes away.

This isn’t just a beautiful home — it’s waterfront living in one of Airdrie’s most desirable communities.

📩 Message us for more information or to book your private showing.

👥 Listed by Steve Throndson & Bulent Ilcan
REAL BROKER - 403.837.7368
[email protected]
CalgaryAreaRealEstate.info

08/21/2026

A good REALTOR® isn’t just someone who helps you buy or sell a house.
Sometimes we’re also your negotiator, sounding board, therapist-without-the-degree, and the person getting a text that starts with:
“Okay… this has nothing to do with the house, but…” 😂
And honestly, that’s part of it.
Real estate gets personal.
We hear about the divorce.
The new job.
The family drama.
The financial stress.
The neighbour from hell.
The dream you’ve had for 10 years.
The reason you really need to move.
And occasionally a story that makes us think:
“Wow… I was not expecting that today.”
The best REALTORS® aren’t the fastest talkers in the room.
They’re good communicators.
They explain things clearly.
They listen.
They ask the right questions.
They make sure you actually understand what’s happening.
And most importantly, they create enough trust that you feel comfortable being honest.
Because sometimes the information that seems “too personal” is actually the information we need to protect you, negotiate properly, or help you make the right decision.
If you don’t feel comfortable talking openly with your REALTOR® about what’s really going on…
you might not have the right REALTOR®.
A great real estate relationship starts with trust.
And sometimes ends with us knowing way too much about your life. 😂🏠

The real estate market isn’t “coming back.”It’s already moving. 👀The interesting part?A lot of people are still standing...
08/20/2026

The real estate market isn’t “coming back.”
It’s already moving. 👀
The interesting part?
A lot of people are still standing on the sidelines waiting for some giant flashing sign that says:
“NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME.”
That sign probably isn’t coming.
Canadian home sales have now increased for four consecutive months, while buyers in many markets are still benefiting from more selection and negotiating room than we saw during the craziness of previous years.
That creates an interesting window.
🏠 Buyers: More choice can mean more time to think, negotiate, inspect and make a smart decision.
💰 Sellers: Buyers are out there — but they’re paying attention to price, presentation and value. Simply putting a sign on the lawn isn’t a strategy.
The market doesn’t have to be red-hot to create opportunity.
Sometimes the best opportunities happen when everyone else is still asking:
“Do you think we should wait?”
The better question might be:
“What opportunities exist right now?”
That answer is different for every property, every buyer and every seller.
And that’s where good advice matters.

08/19/2026

Some of the best parts of being a REALTOR® are the text messages we get from clients. 😂

Real estate texts can go from completely normal to absolute chaos in about 30 seconds.

“We love the house.”

Two minutes later:

“Actually… we hate the kitchen.”

Then:

“Can we move the kitchen?”

Followed by:

“Also, is that crack normal?”

And of course the classics:

“Do you think they’ll take $100,000 less?”

“Can you ask if the hot tub comes with it?”

“My dad looked at the listing and has some concerns.”

“We drove by again.”

“We’re outside right now.”

And the one every REALTOR® recognizes:

“Quick question…”

There is almost never anything quick about the question. 😂

But that’s part of the job.

Buying or selling a home comes with excitement, nerves, second thoughts, random observations at 11:17 PM, and occasionally a family group chat that has completely taken over the transaction.

So yes, send the text.

Ask the weird question.

Tell us you drove by for the sixth time.

We’ve probably heard stranger.

And if we haven’t…

it’ll probably make a great post later. 😂🏠📱

An inspection report is not a wishlist. 😂The inspector’s job is to identify defects, concerns, maintenance items, and th...
08/18/2026

An inspection report is not a wishlist. 😂
The inspector’s job is to identify defects, concerns, maintenance items, and things a buyer should understand before moving forward.
That does not automatically mean the seller is expected to fix every single item on the report.
Loose door handle?
Minor caulking?
Older but functioning furnace?
A scuffed wall?
One outlet cover missing?
Those may all show up in a report, but that doesn’t mean the buyer gets to hand the seller a 37-item renovation list and say:
“Perfect. We’d like all of this done before possession.”
Inspection negotiations should focus on the things that actually matter:
Safety issues. Major defects. Unexpected problems. Expensive repairs. Items that materially affect the property or the deal.
A good inspection helps you make an informed decision.
A good REALTOR® helps you figure out which findings are worth negotiating and which ones are simply part of owning a home.
Because an inspection report is a tool for due diligence…
not a Christmas list for the buyer. 🎅🏠

08/17/2026

Ever had a REALTOR® explain an offer so fast you’re just sitting there like:

“Okay… I heard subjects, deposit, completion, possession, title, financing, rescission period… and then I blacked out.” 😂

Real estate has its own language, and sometimes we forget that not everyone discusses contracts, conditions, deposits, and deadlines all day.

A good REALTOR® shouldn’t make you feel like you need to nod intelligently and Google everything later.

They should slow down.

Explain what you’re signing.

Tell you why it matters.

Answer the question again if you didn’t understand it the first time.

And explain it in normal human language, not REALTOR® hieroglyphics.

Because buying or selling a home is a pretty big deal.

You should never feel rushed into saying:

“Yep… sounds good.”

…when what you actually mean is:

“I have absolutely no idea what you just said.” 😂

Good advice isn’t about talking the fastest.

It’s about making sure you understand exactly what’s happening — on your terms, at your pace.

That’s the job.

🏡 SOMETIMES THE HARDEST PART OF SELLING A HOME HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE HOME.A property can be clean, well-maintained,...
08/13/2026

🏡 SOMETIMES THE HARDEST PART OF SELLING A HOME HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE HOME.
A property can be clean, well-maintained, priced properly, and completely ready for market…
…and the sale can still become complicated because of everything happening around it.
Some of the most common situations we see include:
• Divorce or separation — different expectations, timelines, emotions, and sometimes two sellers who are no longer communicating well.
• Estate or probate sales — executors, beneficiaries, legal authority, probate timing, and additional paperwork can all affect when and how a property can be sold.
• Tenanted properties — showing access, notice requirements, possession dates, deposits, and tenant rights all need to be handled properly.
• Non-resident sellers — selling from outside Canada can create additional tax, legal, and closing requirements.
• Multiple owners or family members involved — whether it’s siblings, former spouses, or business partners, everyone may need to agree before decisions can be made.
• A sale tied to another purchase — when the seller is also buying, one delay can create a domino effect involving financing, possession dates, movers, and multiple contracts.
• Liens, mortgages, or title issues — unexpected legal or financial items on title can cause major closing problems if they aren’t identified early.
These situations require more than simply putting a sign on the lawn and uploading photos to MLS®.
They require planning, communication, problem-solving, and knowing when lawyers, accountants, lenders, or other professionals need to be involved.
That’s one of the biggest reasons experienced representation matters.
A good REALTOR® isn’t just there to market the house.
We’re there to help navigate the entire situation surrounding the sale so problems are identified early, expectations are clear, and the transaction has the best possible chance of making it to closing.
Because sometimes the real estate is the easy part.
It’s everything else that needs managing.

08/11/2026

😂 Being a REALTOR® means even your mental breakdowns are somehow work-related.
Normal person having a breakdown:
“I need to unplug. I need some time for myself. I need to rethink my life.”
REALTOR® having a breakdown:
“I’m done. I can’t do this anymore.”
phone buzzes
“…but did the appraiser get access?”
another notification
“And has financing been approved yet?”
stares blankly into the distance
“Also, I should probably follow up with that seller.”
😭😂
Because apparently even when our brain has officially clocked out, there’s still a tiny real estate agent inside yelling:
“DON’T FORGET SUBJECT REMOVAL IS TOMORROW.”
Real estate: where you can be emotionally unavailable, physically exhausted, questioning every decision you’ve ever made…
…and still somehow remember that the inspection is at 10:00 AM.
🏡 We love what we do.
Most days. 😂

08/07/2026

People think real estate is like Selling Sunset.
Beautiful homes.
Designer outfits.
Smooth negotiations.
Champagne at closing.
Everyone smiling dramatically beside floor-to-ceiling windows.
Actual real estate:
9:03 AM — “The appraisal came in low.”
10:17 AM — “We decided to go with another offer.”
11:42 AM — “The buyer’s lender needs one more document.”
12:08 PM — Eating lunch in the vehicle like a raccoon with a calendar.
1:26 PM — “Can we move possession up by three weeks?”
2:55 PM — Inspection report arrives with 94 pages and emotional damage.
4:11 PM — “The lawyer has a question.”
5:37 PM — “The seller wants to keep the curtain rods, the freezer, and possibly the mailbox.”
7:49 PM — “Can we write an offer tonight?”
Real estate is not always glamorous.
Sometimes it is solving problems, managing emotions, chasing paperwork, negotiating under pressure, and pretending your coffee is still enjoyable after being reheated for the fourth time.
But honestly?
We still love it.
Because behind all the chaos are people making big moves, starting new chapters, and trusting us to help them get there.
It may not be Selling Sunset…
Some days it is more like Surviving Subject Removal. 😂🏡

The Hidden Pre-Listing Detail That Can Make a Big Difference 👀Sometimes maximizing a home’s value is not about a major r...
08/06/2026

The Hidden Pre-Listing Detail That Can Make a Big Difference 👀
Sometimes maximizing a home’s value is not about a major renovation or spending thousands of dollars.
It is about spotting the small details buyers will notice—even if they cannot explain why something feels “off.”
Before one recent listing hit the market, we focused on something many sellers overlook: making every room feel intentional.
That meant removing extra furniture, adjusting the placement of key pieces, replacing a few mismatched lightbulbs, and clearing sightlines so buyers could immediately understand the size and function of each space.
Small changes. No major construction. But the home photographed better, felt larger during showings, and created a stronger first impression.
The best pre-listing preparation is not always the most expensive. It is knowing where to make the right adjustments so buyers see the home’s full potential—not the work they think it needs.
That is the difference between simply putting a property on the market and strategically preparing it to sell. 🏡✨

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