Real Estate Blog

If you want to own your own property and are interested in buying a condo in Airdrie you'll have to start working with a professional real estate agent to find the best deal out there. An agent knows where quality condos are available that will match your budget.

The first thing you’ll need to do is give your real estate agent a purchase price that cannot be negotiated. Tell him that if he finds an available condo in Airdrie that is over your price limit that you don't even want to hear about it. This will let your agent know that you are bound and determined to stay on budget for the sale.

When you are working out how much you can spend on a condo in Airdrie there are a lot of things you’ll have to take into account. You'll have to hire a real

There are many reasons to live in Airdrie, Alberta. Not only is this one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, but it's also one of the top rated places to raise a family. Here’s look at some of the reasons people choose to live in Airdrie.

Incredible Recreation

With over 80 kilometres of paved pathways, beautiful parks, ponds, green space and more, this city has plenty for residents to enjoy. Airdrie also has playgrounds, baseball fields, soccer fields, a skate park and more. Genesis Place is found here and provides a 25-metre pool, fitness centre, indoor soccer fields, skating rinks, a track and more.

Close to Calgary

With Calgary just minutes away and the airport a short drive from Airdrie, this city has become ideal for those working

If you've just purchased a new home but don't plan to move into it right away, you'll need to start looking for a storage facility. Here are some helpful tips you can use to find the best facility to store your belongings.

1. Do you need a climate controlled storage unit?

If you are going to be storing antiques, heirlooms or paperwork you may need to have a unit that is climate controlled. These types of units keep the temperature within a certain range and also control the humidity level. Of course, you will have to pay an extra cost for this feature so only opt for it if absolutely necessary.

3. Look for the right size of locker

Try to figure out how much space you are going to need for storage. Many facilities can help you figure out the

When you move to a new city, it's important to find your favorite pizza joint. Since this is a staple for many families, the right place for a slice is something you should be familiar with. Here's a look at some of the top pizza restaurants found in Airdrie.

Brewsters Brewing Company & Restaurant - 200 3 Stonegate Drive NW

Brewsters is found all throughout the Calgary area and provides some of the best pizza you will find. Choose from three specialty pizzas and pair it with one of the excellent beers they provide. The menu also provides plenty of other items for your dining experience.

You will find many microbrews on taps with some seasonal rotating selections. Brewsters is known for the best microbrews in the Airdrie area. The restaurant is

With people focusing on their health these days, you can never get enough of health food store options to make this lifestyle easier. Ranch Vignola is the perfect provider for health food options to allow you to cook with the freshest, local ingredients. You’ll find delicious ingredients such as dried fruits and fresh nuts at Ranch Vignola. Come stock up on top-quality products, certified organic and enjoy shopping in their family-friendly environment. Here is a look at Rancho Vignola.

About Rancho Vignola

Rancho Vignola has been in business for over 30 years bringing the best crops, freshest nuts and quality dried fruit to families. They do most of their business through wholesale and then do direct-to-the-consumer events in November in Airdrie and

Airdrie Skating Club is a non-profit club in Canada that works with Skate Canada in providing quality skating programs to the community. There are 12 directors, an administrator and a coach rep along with a strong volunteer base. Their mission is to bring personal development, enjoyment and achievement to members through their skating programs.

Skate Canada is also committed to helping build personal development through skating for a lifetime of fitness, fun and achievement. Here is a look at the Airdrie Skating Club’s programs, events, member information and more.

About Airdrie Skating Club

The Airdrie Skating Club has been teaching children in the area for 36 years. Due to being in business so long, the club often sees former skater’s children

David Loewen has been a busy man for the last three years. He's almost 90 years old and has been spending his time collecting bottles to raise money for charities. After developing a long list of people who have regularly donated bottles to worthy causes, Mr. Loewen is going to be retiring and passing on his legacy to another.

Mr. David Loewen started collecting bottles as a way to get more exercise a few years ago. He went from door-to-door to collect the empty bottles, cans and cartons and donated all of the funds to charity. As the word started to spread, he developed a list of more than 100 clients. More than 20 charities have profited from his efforts including food banks, the Mustard Seed and many others. After raising at least $35,000 through

The Genesis Place is one of the best recreational facilities in the Airdrie area. It's a place with plenty of activities for everybody. From children’s programs to fitness programs and so much more, there's plenty to love about the Genesis Place. Here's a look at what to expect.

Aquatics

The aquatics centre provides plenty of great choices for your pleasure. Some of the attractions in this part of the facility include:

• 25 metre, six-lane swimming pool
• Hot tub
• Leisure pool with lazy river and spray toy features
• Tot Pool
• Dive tank with small slide, aquatic climbing wall and one metre board
• Steam room
• Water slide
• Family changing rooms
• And More!

Along with the facilities, the aquatics centre offers 17 drop-in aquatics

Plenty of events are on the calendar for the holiday season in the Airdrie area. Whether you enjoy a fun market or you prefer a festival, there are all types of choices. Here's a look at just a few of the holiday events coming up in the Airdrie area.

Airdrie Festival of Trees - November 15th to December 14th

This fundraiser has already been started and will continue till December 14th. It will help the community in many ways, the funds will support the Airdrie Food Bank and the Boys and Girls Club of Airdrie. The trees are being displayed at the McKee Show Homes found on Reunion Green NW. Tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10.

Airdrie Festival of Lights - December 1st to 31st

This event will be held at Nose Creek Park, located at 1701 Main Street

Not everybody plans to spend their lives living in an urban jungle. Many people can't stand the thought of big-city living and would prefer the benefits of residing in a small town. If you've been contemplating making a move into Airdrie from Calgary, here are just a few of the many benefits you can expect to receive:

1. Less rush-hour madness

In a small town you don't have to worry about leaving your home at 8 AM or coming home at 5 in the afternoon. You won't experience the crazy bumper-to-bumper stop-and-go traffic like you would in the city. When you consider that there are only 24 hours in a day and many of these hours are spent sleeping or at work, how many hours do you really want to devote to commuting? In Airdrie, even the commute into