Moving to Calgary in mid Oct-Nov with 2 kids

[Rano2013]

I will be moving with my wife and two in kids to Calgary in mid-Oct-Nov, and would appreciate your input in term of what to expect and what to prepare etc.... specially for the kids 4.5 yo and 2.5 yo.
Thanks for your help and assistance

 

[zakkhan]

Depends where you are moving from. I will be moving next year to Calgary. I was there in May and had gone there from UAE. What would you like to know? I'll answer as best as I can.

 

[blacknirvana]

I will be moving with my wife and two in kids to Calgary in mid-Oct-Nov, and would appreciate your input in term of what to expect and what to prepare etc.... specially for the kids 4.5 yo and 2.5 yo.
Thanks for your help and assistance

Where are you moving from and how much do you have organised already? (jobs, housing, etc.)

 

[Rano2013]

Where are you moving from and how much do you have organised already? (jobs, housing, etc.)

I am still trying to find a house, I may opt for furnished appartment for the first days, apart of that still planing.

 

[Rano2013]

Depends where you are moving from. I will be moving next year to Calgary. I was there in May and had gone there from UAE. What would you like to know? I'll answer as best as I can.

Thanks Khan. In term on neighbourhood that offers everything.. ie everything within a walking area.. any particular neighbourhood. etc..

 

[Duskyblue]

Prepare for cold weather and fast changeing temperatures. ;-)

In case you are looking for a realtor in Calgary, I personally know a guy who is very, very friendly and professional, and has experience with immigrants.

 

[Rano2013]

Prepare for cold weather and fast changeing temperatures. ;-)

In case you are looking for a realtor in Calgary, I personally know a guy who is very, very friendly and professional, and has experience with immigrants.

Thanks Dusky what does the realtor offer in term of services, and how much they generally charge

 

[Duskyblue]

Well, they help you find a house to buy (or a rental these days). The realtor also ensures that the contract is proper/legal, that there are no surprises (house has issues, damage, etc), and that you don't get ripped off, and that you find a house that is appropriate for *you* (according to your needs and wishes). They also negotiate on your behalf if you are buying/selling (not sure how negotiable rent prices would be, though...).

Cost for purchases is a percentage of the total sale price of a home. One does not pay to merely be shown homes. However, if you end up buying a house, it's the seller that pays the realtor, not the buyer.

I am not sure who pays/how much is paid for finding someone a rental. Contacting a realtor, however is always free - so these questions could also be answered by the realtor himself.

Mind you, I don't mean to advertise. Perhaps you don't need / want a realtor! I just mentioned it because I know for SURE this guy would be very helpful and trustworthy, and if you don't know anybody, it can be difficult to pick someone. If you are interested, I can send you the contact details.

 

[Rano2013]

Well, they help you find a house to buy (or a rental these days). The realtor also ensures that the contract is proper/legal, that there are no surprises (house has issues, damage, etc), and that you don't get ripped off, and that you find a house that is appropriate for *you* (according to your needs and wishes). They also negotiate on your behalf if you are buying/selling (not sure how negotiable rent prices would be, though...).

Cost for purchases is a percentage of the total sale price of a home. One does not pay to merely be shown homes. However, if you end up buying a house, it's the seller that pays the realtor, not the buyer.

I am not sure who pays/how much is paid for finding someone a rental. Contacting a realtor, however is always free - so these questions could also be answered by the realtor himself.

Mind you, I don't mean to advertise. Perhaps you don't need / want a realtor! I just mentioned it because I know for SURE this guy would be very helpful and trustworthy, and if you don't know anybody, it can be difficult to pick someone. If you are interested, I can send you the contact details.

Thanks Dusk. Can you send me his/her contact.

 

[Duskyblue]

I sent you a pn.

 

[rawdah]

I am still trying to find a house, I may opt for furnished appartment for the first days, apart of that still planing.

You will get furnished apartments for few days from
www.airbnb.ca