HomeTribe is excited to have been invited to DemoCamp 29 happening tonight in YEG. For those that do not know what Demo Camp is, it is an event that “brings together developers, creatives, entrepreneurs and investors to share what they’ve been working on and to find others in the community interested in similar topics.”

Tonight, we will be showcasing our latest app tool “Home Tribe Match”. Ryan our lead developer will be demonstrating how people can use our app to find their potential home. It is the personalized real estate experience you have been waiting for.

If you are looking for something fun todo, join us:

When: Nov 26, 2015 @ 6:30 pm

Where: CCIS 1-160, University of Alberta – Drinks and networking to follow at RATT (Room At The Top) – 7th floor of the Students Union Building

There will also be 4 other companies demoing tonight:

• Shelfie
• FitCoins
• CareNetwork
• Run-WithIT

Until tonight, have a great day!

Elisse

You might have heard of The Meadows neighbourhood in southeastern Edmonton, but have you ever thought about living there? Well, let us tell you this; it is definitely something you should be considering!

Maybe you’re unsure that a move to the area is right for you; maybe you don’t know about just what is available here. Let us share some of the many benefits with you! Read on for some of the best reasons to relocate to The Meadows, and get convinced.

Perfect Positioning

You will find The Meadows in the southeast corner of Edmonton, inside the Anthony Henday Drive orbital road, giving you great access to Edmonton International Airport and other parts of the metropolitan area. The Meadows is perfect for those who want to experience the benefit of a pleasant residential area while also remaining within striking distance of the city and the surrounding region.

Well Connected

But The Meadows isn’t just well positioned, it is well connected too. Bordered by Highway 14 to the north and Highway 216 to the east and south, access to The Meadows is easy. For trips into town, the region is served by its own Meadows Transit Centre on 17 Street, making getting around a breeze. You couldn’t ask for a better location for accessing the City of Edmonton, the Province of Alberta, and beyond.

Community Spirit

The Meadows Community League operates a range of activities that not only provide fun for residents of all ages, but also pull the community together. Members of the community league also get special rates and discounts on multi-admission passes for City of Edmonton attractions, as well as reduced West Edmonton Mall Choice Passes, cinema passes, free public swimming and more.

Diverse Property Options

The Meadows may pull together as a community, but it is made up of a variety of different neighbourhoods. Across locations such as Wild Rose, Silver Berry,  Tamarack, and Larkspur, The Meadows offers a wide range of diverse property options for prospective residents. Whether you’re looking for an apartment in a low-rise complex, a duplex or a house of your own, you will find it here.

Great Schools

The Meadows provides some of the best educational institutions in Edmonton. The Velma E. Baker Elementary School in Larkspur takes kids from kindergarten through to grade six, while the A. Blair McPherson School in Tamarack provides classes for pupils up to grade nine. Wild Rose is home to the Father Michael Troy Catholic Junior High School for grades seven to nine.

This family will also be joined soon by the planned Edmonton Catholic Schools high school, which is currently in development.

Top Shopping

Shoppers rejoice! As well as being on the doorstep of all the great shopping found at the Mill Woods Town Center shopping complex, The Meadows also has a few tricks up its own sleeve in the retail department. The RioCan Meadows shopping centre can be found on the intersection of Whitemud Drive and 17 Street in the north of The Meadows, while 23 Avenue in the centre of The Meadows is home to its own commercial development.

Facilities, Facilities and Facilities

Residents of The Meadows are never at a loss for things to do. Activities such as kickboxing, softball, skating, yoga and zumba, and a whole range of other ways to get active are found at the region’s many sporting and community facilities. As mentioned above, members of Meadows Community League enjoy discounted rates for many activities, so there is no excuse not to get involved! Not to mention, have you checked out the gorgeous Recreational centre The Meadows has.

Do you live in The Meadows? Is there anything we’ve missed that you think people need to know about? Don’t hesitate to let us know! Call us today at 587-400-SOLD (7653), to discuss buying or selling in The Meadows region.

On November 11, 1918, representatives of the Allied Forces met with their German counterparts in a stationary train carriage in the Forest of Compiegne, France to agree on terms that would bring about the end of the First World War.

This auspicious day, which originally marked the end of “The Great War”, has become etched into our collective history and consciousness as Remembrance Day. Now, when we reflect on the sacrifices made in our name, the day takes on a wider significance.

It now symbolises a recognition of the bravery, valour and tragic circumstances of the men and women who have given their lives to protect us in all conflicts, as well as that of the servicemen and women who continue to risk their lives to keep us safe.

The Beverly Memorial Cenotaph

The area of Beverly, Edmonton is home to the city’s oldest cenotaph memorial, The Beverly Memorial Cenotaph, which was erected in 1920. The history of this region became tragically entwined with that of The Great War when, in 1914, what had previously been a village became incorporated into a town.

Less than two weeks later, the dark clouds looming over Europe gave way to all-out war, and it wasn’t long before the town’s young men were called up and shipped across the Atlantic to join the struggle.

Nowadays, the cenotaph stands as a reminder of the loss and sacrifice of those young men, and that of the young men and women who continue to serve Canada so nobly to this day. Every year, the Beverly Memorial Cenotaph becomes the focal point for Edmonton’s Remembrance Day ceremonies, and marks the culmination of the city’s annual Remembrance Day military parade.

The Poppy

One of the most instantly recognisable symbols of our remembrance is the poppy. This pretty flower grows naturally on the fields of Belgium and France, where once, a century ago, millions of young men were locked in a deadly, tragic combat.

The poppies were first sold in Europe shortly after the war to raise funds for veterans charities, and began to gain popularity in Canada in 1921. Nowadays, showing our gratitude, respect and remembrance by wearing a poppy is a common occurrence each November, when we all bow our heads in reflection and consider the immensity of the gesture our servicemen and women made, make and will continue to make in the future, for us.

“The torch be yours to hold it high

If ye break faith with us who die

We shall not sleep

Though poppies grow

In Flanders Fields”

– Lt.-Col. John McCrae, Royal Canadian Army Medical Corps. Died on January 28, 1918

  You Are Invited To Our Open House in Wild Rose

   When: November 7, 2015 between 1-3 pm

   Why: Why not? Actually there are a few reasons why you would want to attend our awesome open house this weekend:

1. You are in the market to buy a condo and are interested in purchasing in The Meadows region of the city (South East Edmonton)

2. You already live here and are curious as to what your neighbour has done to the place (we also know that you know people and wouldn’t               you prefer to have someone move in beside you that you genuinely like)?

3. Your one of our friends or family members and you love us so much that you want to spend the afternoon with us hanging out in someone           else’s place

4. Insert your own reason here: ______________ (Because we know that you want to come by)

No matter the reason, the reality is that we are showing off a great listing that is simply looking for the right buyer. Located in the well                  managed condo building of Park Place, experience a fantastic condo perfect for entertaining with over 938 sq ft of living space, this condo          comes complete with 1 bedroom plus den and two full bathrooms. Learn more about this fantastic Wild Rose condo here.

We are excited to announce that this gorgeous Spruce Grove bungalow is now available on the market. Situated in the community of Harvest Ridge, this 2008 Homexx home offers much to be desired. Starting from the beautifully landscaped corner lot complete with an RV pad, this home has been fully finished up and down.

• 9′ main floor vaulted ceilings
• 8′ solid maple interior doors
• 2 way fireplace between the Family Room & Master Bedroom
• Open concept kitchen with dark maple two toned cabinets
• Huge 2 way walk-in pantry
• Spa like en-suite complete with jetted tub
• and more…

Want to learn more about? Discover additional details here. Interested in viewing this home? Call us today at 587-400-SOLD (7653).

Start-up week is finally upon us! A week to celebration entrepreneurship and innovation and we are extremely excited to be a part of the excitement. This year, HomeTribe has been included as one of the start-up’s being featured at Launch Party 6 this Thursday, October 22, 2015.

What Is Edmonton Launch Party?

Launch Party Edmonton, the city’s flagship startup event that celebrates and showcases the hottest startups in town. Launch Party gives you the opportunity to meet our city’s brightest entrepreneurs, demo their products, and celebrate everything that our startup community has to offer.

Many amazing companies that have been a part of this amazing event have gone on to reach new heights. I’m sure many people have heard of Poppy Barley or Pogo Car Share for example. These are just 2 examples of many.

So, who exactly made the cut for the class of 2015, preview some amazing companies that will be cheering on tonight as well:

Chitter

Brought to you by: Mark Galloway, Tamara Bain, Kyle Kaiser, Ben Lavin, Sabby Choudhary

Get To Know Chitter: “Chitter is a mobile social media app that gives college and university students a digital way to engage with each other and keep up with what is going on around them in the fast paced environment of higher education.”

FitSet

Brought to you by: Tim Gourlay, Jake Stief, Raj Gandhi, Leila Panjvani, Bindesh Rach

Get To Know FitSet: “Fitset is a single membership to thousands of group fitness classes every day in 5 major Canadian cities — including yoga, spinning, obstacle course training, dance, boot camps, ballet barre and so much more. Our membership gives you the ability to try a new workout every day or visit each partner studio up to three times per month — for $99/month. Whether you are looking to diversify your workouts, discover your next favourite studio, or just explore your city, chances are we have studios close to wherever you live, work, and/or play. We aim to make fitness exploration as simple and convenient as possible.”

Carenetwork.com

Brought to you by: Dr. Noel Gibney, Kyle Fox, Emmet Gibney

Get to know Carenetwork.com: “CareNetwork.com is the easiest way for teams of hospital doctors to stay in sync. With teams working in shifts to provide around the clock care to dozens of patients with complex problems it is incredibly challenging to stay organized. CareNetwork.com helps these doctors to keep track of who their sickest patients are, what their patients’ stories are, and what needs to get done now. Collaborating through the CareNetwork.com app ensures this typically ephemeral information gets shared during shift change. Happier doctors, safer patients.”

instaMek

Brought to you by: Asem Alsaadi, Uzair Ahmed

Get To Know instaMek: “instaMek removes the hassle and struggle associated with traditional automotive service and repair by making the process as simple as ordering a book online. Within seconds this on-demand service allows car-owners to request and schedule a fully certified mobile mechanic (“Mek”) to their home or workplace – all at a price up to 30% cheaper than a shop. All work is guaranteed with a warranty on parts and labor and Meks are reviewed after every job to ensure top notch workmanship. Since its launch in February, instaMek has serviced over 500 vehicles and currently operates in 11 different cities across Canada.”

Evented

Brought to you by: Ramneek Purewal, Avneet Purewal

Get To Know Evented: “Evented is a web-based platform geared towards serving the event industry. Evented works by offering people who are planning events a consolidated, comprehensive, and current directory of local vendors who can service their events. Users can use features such as sorting filters and user reviews to make finding and finalizing vendors a more streamlined and efficient process. Evented is also able to eliminate the need for vendors to advertise on multiple platforms by providing a marketing tool that specifically targets their intended audiences. Evented works to create something useful for you; your city’s essential event vendor directory.”

VR Bike

Brought to you by: Peter W Wood, Pierre Boulanger, Stephanie Shaeffer, Ga Young Kim

Get To Know VR Bike: “MedROAD Inc. is a company designed and formed to act as a portal for delivering to the general community the exciting and state-of-the-art research and innovation developed out of the Advanced Man Machine Interface Laboratory, University of Alberta. These areas of innovation include: 3D virtual reality, telemedicine and enhanced image viewing. We at MedROAD Inc. are very excited to deliver some of the exciting and unique projects we have been worked on at the University; connecting our clients and consumers with the very forefront of research and development.”

PFM Scheduling Services

Brought to you by: Dale Schuurmans, Csaba Szepesvari, Martha White, James Neufeld, Jason Harder

Get To Know PFM Scheduling Services: “PFM is a company that came out of Alberta Innovates Center for Machine Learning (AICML) at the University of Alberta after 3 years of ground breaking research. PFM has developed a scheduling product suite that automates schedule production, optimization and analysis for shift workers in complex organizations that contend with sophisticated rule sets such as collective bargaining agreements. Currently, PFM is focusing on healthcare and is partnering with Telus Sourcing Solutions as a distribution channel and United Nurses of Alberta Union and Alberta Health Services as clients.”

Varafy Corporation

Brought to you by: Werner Biegler, Justin Sharp, Ken Fyfe

Get To Know Varafy Corporation: “Varafy gives Educators the power to create an unlimited number of fresh and unique problems and their detailed solutions in minutes versus hours – and have fun doing it!”

JumpSeat

Brought to you by: Mike Priest, Paul McCarthy, Trevor Dell, Christian Dendy

Get To Know JumpSeat: “JumpSeat is a product of Ten Speed Technologies and transforms how organizations onboard, train and support their employees. By providing in-context, interactive, step-by-step task guidance, users learn what they need to learn, at the moment they need to learn it. Our unique training method keeps the user in the browser, away from your support desk, and since it overlays on top of your existing web-applications, keeps them productive while learning. No code integration is required and no developers are needed to create your interactive guides.”

and last but not least last:

HomeTribe

Brought to you by: Elisse Moreno, Ryan Ramage, Luke Wang, Chantelle Maris and the rest of our awesome crew

Get To Know Home Tribe: “Home Tribe is a technology driven real estate team dedicated to creating a more personalized real estate experience. We do this by combining traditional real estate services, technology, Big Data and Analytics. Our first technology application, “Home Tribe Match” helps buyers find the perfect home based on their lifestyle needs. We take into account safety, commutability, neighbourhood dynamics and more to determine the homes currently for sale on the market that are most desirable to a buyer. This time-saving, easy to use app makes it simple for a buyer to move through the buying process.”

We hope to see a lot of friendly faces at this awesome event. Until tomorrow night. 🙂

Happy Thanksgiving To All Our Wonderful Clients & Friends!

Did we mention how lucky we are to have great people in our lives. Our success is truly only possible because of you “the believers” who entrust us to help you make one of your biggest decisions in life: To buy or sell real estate.  We have been honoured to serve you and look forward to the opportunity of being able to work with you, your family or friends in the near future. We hope that you have an amazing Thanksgiving! Enjoy your long weekend filled with good cheer, good company, good food and good drinks!

“We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” – John F. Kennedy

New Edmonton Condo On The Market: Wild Rose condo

We are excited to announce our new listing in the Southeast community of Wild Rose is now available for showings. Listed at $217,500 this 1 bedroom, plus den condo features many benefits. Located on the main level, this is one of the larger units in the whole building with over 900 sq.ft of living space, 938 sq.ft. to be more precise. Upon entrance, you will love the open concept design, with 3 distinct entertainment areas: the kitchen, the living room and the dining room.

The kitchen has been designed well and comes complete with plenty of storage space and stainless steel appliances. The master bedroom includes a 4 piece ensuite and spacious walk-in closet. For guests, there is also an additional full piece bathroom located on the opposite end of the unit. In-suite laundry allows for great convenience in one’s day to day lives. For those with pet’s, this building is also considered pet friendly (pending board approval of course).

In the community of Wild Rose, amenities are prevalent. You are within walking distance to parks, schools, shopping, public transportation and even the new Meadows Community Recreation Centre. Want to learn more about this Edmonton Condo, get the facts here.

Want to take your own personal tour of the property, be sure to get in touch with our team to book a time today. 587-400-SOLD (7653)

Teachings From Marianne Williamson: What’s Wrong With Being A Pollyanna?

This weekend, 100’s of people had the opportunity to experience Bloom, a festival in Edmonton founded by Myrah and Robrindra. A beautiful couple that you can tell truly love our city and the boundless possibilities that we as a humankind can achieve. While, I would loved to have attended the whole event, Edmonton Real Estate was calling. That being said, I did get the amazing opportunity to experience the keynote of the very own Marianne Williamson.

To be able to be in the presence of a woman that has been spoken about so highly from authors such as Wayne W. Dyer and Deepak Chopra, speaks volumes about her vast knowledge and insight into our world. Her most notable work of literature “A Return To Love” is a book that I personally have grown from and continue to read to this day.

It is fantastic to see that Edmonton’s community is growing and that a speaker of her caliber was included in this 2 day event. It was filled with spirited energy both in the physical means and mental means. Participants of the day, enjoyed classes in yoga, meditation, and creative speakers in a collaborative environment. The Winspear Centre embodied the Bohemian vibe including a back drop of many large dream catchers.

For those who do not know who Marianne is, let me provide a brief introduction:

Marianne Williamson is an internationally acclaimed spiritual author and lecturer. Marianne has been a popular guest on television programs such as Oprah, Larry King Live, Good Morning America and Charlie Rose. Six of her eleven published books have been New York Times Best Sellers. Four of these have been #1 New York Times Best Sellers. A Return to Love is considered a must-read of The New Spirituality. via Marianne’s Website

Not only was her talk both thought provoking and enlightening, I was amazed at how calmly and brilliantly she answered some of the audience questions.

One of the key moments from her event that I took away is that it is okay to be the Pollyanna of the group. If one starts to think about it, Pollyanna was truly a transformational figure in the sense that she was able to transform a group of unhappy people and show them how to be happy.

In Real Estate, I strive to be the Pollyanna for my clients. This does not mean that if a true problem arises that I don’t confront it, but more so that I address it and focus on finding a solution. Over the last fews months, I continue to learn each and every day because every transaction is unique, however, I also know that my clients are counting on me for answers, or at the very least finding them.

One case occurred this year  were there was some potential structural issues with the property. My client was distraught by this news, but even then still wanted to find a way to move forward with the purchase. I could have left her to her own merits to find the solution, but rather I suggested that we obtain some contractors to come in quickly to advise on the cost of remediation. We worked together to get quotes from the contractors. Thanks to the quotes, we now had knowledge on our side and were able to go back to the negotiation table to resolve the conflict.  The key solution was to ensure that she was able to move into a place that she could not only repair the issue, but that a majority of the costs were covered.

By staying optimistic through out the process, I was able to find a way for both parties to move forward in win-win manner. With this, I will leave you with a compelling quote from Marianne Williamson:

“When our minds move in harmony with love – through forgiveness or prayer or the simplest tender thought – then mountains move and the universe shifts.”

Downtown Edmonton is a popular place for tourists and locals alike, with world- class attractions and beautiful sights to see. It’s also home to some great historical sites, like the McKay Avenue School, and a variety of great lofts and shops in the Warehouse District. For professionals young and old, Downtown Edmonton is a prime neighbourhood with lots of world-class amenities to offer. Come see why Downtown Edmonton is – and long has been – the area’s trendiest and most popular neighbourhood for those who crave the city life.

Lots of Great Arts & Culture Sites to Explore

Downtown Edmonton is part of a rich cultural tapestry, with the eastern part of the downtown core serving as a world-renowned arts district. This part of the city is home to lots of great arts facilities like the Francis Winspear Centre for Music – home of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra – and the Citadel Theatre, a 50-year – old theatre that hosts both classics like Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? as well as modern productions like West Side Story. The Downtown area is also home to a vast array of festivals all year round, making it easy to find fun weekend activities for the whole family.

Ample Green Space and Top Universities Make Downtown a Vibrant Centre

Downtown Edmonton real estate offers buyers close proximity to several parks and top schools. Most notably, the Alberta Legislature Building in Government Centre is home to a number of beautiful gardens, fountains, and parks. The south-eastern edge of Downtown Edmonton borders along Louise McKinney Riverfront Park, a 12.9-hectare park with a beautiful 500 metre river view. Love learning? MacEwan University at the north-western edge of Downtown offers 68 different undergraduate programs as well as continuing education and distance courses. MacEwan University has a great reputation, and in the 2011 Globe and Mail Canadian University Report, it was given either A or A+ marks across all categories.

Ditch the Car for Good: Transit Gives Easy Access to the Whole City

The Downtown area is well served by city transit. Central Station on 100 Street NW is one of Edmonton’s original five LRT stations. The station connects commuters to the University of Alberta and northeast Edmonton via the Capital Line. Downtown is also conveniently located close to stops for the Metro Line, and the future Valley Line is expected to run between Jasper Ave NW and 104 Ave NW. There are also several bus routes that run through the area, including the 52 to Southgate, the 309 to Kingsway, the 12 to Northgate, the 125 to Jasper Place, and the 151 to Castle Downs.

Downtown Edmonton is a bustling area with a rich cultural scene to enjoy, as well as a variety of beautiful sites and top attractions. The area is also home to a number of top employers in a host of industries, not to mention where HomeTribe.ca is headquartered.

Are you ready to discover the electric buzz of city life in Edmonton’s much loved downtown core? We can help. Contact us today to view properties in Downtown Edmonton and adopt the downtown lifestyle!