James Pooten

Introducing this to the public today!!

Open house Saturday & Sunday (April 4-5) 2pm to 4pm
📍286 Kings Heights SE Airdrie
6 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
A rare true his&hers private ensuite
Double car garage with a wide triple-car driveway

One of my good friends and mortgage broker will be there on the spot to do free consultations with me.

See you there!

Such an amazing turnout, being able to meet familiar faces and see friends all together! Congratulations to the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary for this successful event! Thank you Consulate Genaral Maam Emma Sarne and Vice Consul Ms Vida Soraya Verzosa for this great opportunity!

Thank you to my partner, my team and everyone that helped make this possible!

Join us for “From Sagada to Sulu: Stitching Futures” design workshop event, an evening celebrating the beauty of Philippine handwoven textiles and sustainable fashion.

📅 January 23, 2026 | 6:00 PM
📍 Dr. José Rizal Hall, Philippine Consulate General in Calgary

I’m incredibly proud to help introduce Sagada Weaving 1968 and INAbelution to the fashion world here in Calgary! Sharing culture, craftsmanship, and heritage through fashion.

Discover exquisite fabrics from my hometown of Sagada in the Mountain Province, P*s Yabit from Sulu, Yakan Tennun from Basilan, T’nalak from South Cotabato, and tropical fibers like piña, abaca, and silk. You’ll also get the chance to connect with artists, culture bearers, and creatives who are bringing these traditions into contemporary fashion.

Our team is truly honored to support this meaningful initiative. We are thankful for the Philippine Consulate General in Calgary in the hands of Consulate General Emma Sarne and Vice Consul Vida Soraya Verzosa for giving us this great opportunity.

🎟️ Limited spots available
👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/PHFabricArt

or scan the QR code on the poster
Hope to see you there 🤍

Today's forecast: 100% chance of double bogeys 😅

🎉🏠 Huge congratulations to our amazing first-time home buyers on closing the deal for their new condo in Bridlewood, SW Calgary!

🔹 2 Bedrooms
🔹 2 Bathrooms
🔹 Underground Parking
🔹 Stunning view backing onto greenspace

From pre-approval to closing in under 30 days, you made it happen! Here’s to new beginnings and countless happy memories in your beautiful new home. 🥂🏡

First time home buyers include new comers to Canada and eligible work permit holders. Yes it is possible for you to get approved!

Want to start your real estate journey, but don't know where to start? Reach out to us and we'd be happy to give you a FREE home buying plan.

James Pooten
Briones Real Estate
REAL Broker
403-371-0373

Happy Father's Day to all the incredible dads out there!

Today, we celebrate the love, strength, and wisdom you bring to our lives. Whether you're a father, stepdad, grandpa, or father figure, your guidance shapes our futures and your love lights our way.

Here's to you, today and every day. 🍻

Tama ba mag tumuloy mag rent or bumili ng bahay?

🏠 Rent or Own: Which is Right for You? 🏠

Let's crunch some numbers!

According to Global News, the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Calgary is $2400/month.

- Over 12 months, it equals $28,800/year
- After 5 years, it equals $144,000 that goes towards your landlords bank account.

Paano kung pwede mo nalang maipon yung pera na iyon at the same time, may sarili ka pa tirahan?
Consider this two-bedroom condo in Bridlewood that we recently posted, listed at $319,800.
Tinanong namin ang aming BMO Mortgage partner para bigyan kami ng breakdown:

- With a minimum 5% downpayment of $16,000
- Condo fees at $480/month, including ALL utilities

Your monthly mortgage payment would be around $1842/month. Total monthly to approximately $2300/month.

Ngayon eto ang nakakalimutan ng karamihan: Over the next 5 years, every penny you put towards your mortgage builds equity that you can leverage for your next property, business investment, or even as money for the next emergency na kailangan ninyo. 💰

So, when you compare renting to owning, it's not just about where you lay your head at night. It's about investing in your future and building wealth for yourself. Gusto malaman kung ano ang kailangan para makabili ng bahay? Reach out to us anytime! Consultation is free.

James Pooten
Calgary REALTOR
403-371-0373
Briones Real Estate
REAL Broker

Big congratulations to our amazing buyer clients on closing the deal on this stunning townhouse! 🎉 With its prime location just across from the South Centre Mall, you've found yourselves a gem!

Navigating the journey to homeownership, especially as business owners, can be a bit tricky, but we were determined to make it smooth sailing for you. 💪

Our team pulled out all the stops to ensure your mortgage approval process was a success, and here we are today, celebrating your new home sweet home! 🏡

Cheers to this family for closing on their first-home and their future rental property (they're not done yet 👀)

James Pooten
Briones Real Estate
REAL Broker