February 2015

If you really want to add some spice to your home and make it your own consider getting a home mural on one of your walls. This is a great way to add some individuality to your home and it can add a dramatic effect to any room. If you're looking for a fun project that you can do while the weather is still cool outside, find out more about these murals.

The price

You'll be given a number of different quotes from different Calgary artists when you decide to get estimates. Some people are just starting to paint murals and will give you a lower price while they are building up a portfolio. Others are more experienced and can charge a much higher amount. Somewhere between $500 and $5000 is the expected amount you'll have to pay.

The complexity of the

Some people would say yes they are worth it while others would quickly disagree. The question really is whether you have the time to put into the pool maintenance or is it really too much of a hassle for you?

To best answer this question take an honest look at how many times you plan on using this pool. If you are going to be using it 2 - 3 times per week then it may very well be worth the effort to upkeep it. If not, you might want to reconsider looking for Calgary luxury homes with pools.

Part of the maintenance includes regularly checking the chlorine levels, vacuuming the bottom of the pool and skimming the surface for debris. There will be times when filters need to be cleaned and pumps need to be replaced. All of these things require both time

Get your bathing suits ready for the big event that's coming to Calgary this August. Slide the City will be making its grand debut in this city on August 1 and 2 and it's something that you definitely won't want to miss! This event has been a huge success so far in the other cities it has visited.

Can you imagine yourself slipping and sliding down one of the streets in Calgary along a 300m water slide? If so, you’ll want to be prepared to buy one of the 6,000 tickets that will be available for each day. This attraction will be arriving in Calgary this year and although we know the dates now the organizers have not yet disclosed the location. We'll find out where the exact location will be when the organizers of the event release details about all of

Many parents are stuck on what they should do when it comes to helping out their children with the purchase of their first homes. A major factor in making a first time home purchase is the down payment. This is often a dilemma for the younger generation since they have not had sufficient time to build up enough funds and they often approach their parents for help.

In order to make the right decision about whether or not to help your child out consider the following:

1. Helping your child can be a great and very positive thing to do but it may put a damper on the relationship between the two of you if the money is given with a lot of strings attached.

2. Never give out more than you can afford. Consider your own retirement goals and be certain