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A Different Kind of Arborist

By Doug Spence / May 18, 2019

“Trees have been around for millions of years, all we have to do is give them what they need”Kevin has cared for our trees for many years now. In particular, our old crab apple tree. It has become so beautiful under his care – it’s like an art piece Kevin Lee is a unique kind […]

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Home-Buyers are Nervous, Confused and Frustrated

By Doug Spence / October 31, 2018

Many are Renting, or Living at home with Parents, Some are Newly-Wed and Ready to Get a Place of Their Own.Many are also new to Calgary or simply upsizing. Either way, things can get confusing. Home-buyers are usually looking for good mortgage rates, house prices, sometimes with “mortgage helpers” like basement suites, or just a […]

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How Middle Class Families Are Avoiding Forclosure

By Doug Spence / June 4, 2018

“The Bank has Me Against a Wall and Scared”The bank tells you if you miss your 5th payment, they will take the house, and your heart drops. This happens every day in Calgary according to Real Estate expert Ali Mawani,  “The bank has them scared, they feel backed up against a wall” says Sony. About to […]

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Meet Calgary’s Tree Whisperer

By Doug Spence / March 25, 2018

“Trees are living beings and deserve respect”Kevin has cared for our trees for many years now. In particular, our old crab apple tree. It has become so beautiful under his care – it’s like an art piece After 30 years of tending to trees, Arborist Kevin Lee has earned the title, The Tree Whisperer.After only […]

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This Will Damage Your Home Like Nothing Else

By Doug Spence / February 3, 2018

I recently met with Calgary Handyman Frank Sanborn. He Talked about his 30 years of completing renovations in Calgary.I asked him what homeowners need to do to keep their home in ship shape. He said, “water [damage] is the #1 enemy of any house”. It will destroy things from the inside out, and make for […]

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