Making the Big Move — Calgary Acreages for Sale

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Making the Big Move Calgary Acreages for Sale
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• There is a place in the back of everyone's mind
  where they dream about buying a home away from
  the hustle and bustle of it all. Calgary acreages
  provide peace, quiet, space to breath and, of
  course, unparalleled views of the Alberta
  Foothills. But how can you know if trading in the
  convenience of city life for the solitude of a
  Calgary acreage is right for you? Here are three
  questions to ask yourself before you decide to
  start looking for your new dream Calgary acreage
  for sale.
• 1. How nice does the home have to be to justify
  the commute? When you move to a Calgary acreage,
  you get a lot of perks, but one of them is
  certainly not the commute. It can add from 20 to
  40 minutes to your drive into downtown Calgary
  each day.

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• If, in your mind, your Calgary acreage must be
  turnkey to justify that kind of commute, know
  that you are going to have to be realistic very
  realistic about your budget.
• 2. How might it affect your social life? If
  you're a homebody by nature, looking at Calgary
  acreages for sale might be a dream come true. But
  even if you go out to dinner with friends once a
  month, the distance you have to travel might
  hamper those outings. Additionally, if you love
  to host friends and family on weekends and
  holidays, keep in mind that people might be less
  inclined to make the trek out to your place
  unless you're willing to host them overnight!

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• 3. Do you know what rural really means? Some
  people forget that Calgary acreages don't always
  come with the amenities that a home in the city
  does. Most operate on septic tanks, some have
  spotty or unreliable cell phone and wireless
  internet service, and some don't have paved roads
  or driveways. Certain buyers may not find that
  rural lifestyle worth the trade.
• When considering any new property or home, your
  best bet is to connect with a trusted Calgary
  real estate agent who knows the market, but who
  can also hear your vision and find you your ideal
  home. For a free home evaluation or to grab a
  coffee and talk about your needs, call Real
  Estate Foothills at [phone].

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• Jovette Morin-Ferguson is an award-winning real
  estate agent. Having been a real estate agent
  since 1998, I am committed to helping people by
  providing top-notch customer service. While I
  have experience in all types of residential
  transactions, I specialize in rural properties.
  Over the years I have worked hard to gain the
  respect and trust of many people throughout the
  Foothills area, as I have used my skills,
  experience, and expertise to help them navigate
  the real estate market and protect their most
  valuable asset. If you are looking for land or
  houses for sale in Calgary SE, or any other part
  of the Foothills area, call me at [phone].