Reality Realty

New Listing 5.02 acres $1,495,000 only 5 mins south of Calgary
Southern Alberta Acreages/Land/Farms For Sale Shannon McCarthy

16253 262 Avenue E in De Winton: Detached for sale : MLS®# A2313367 Detached for sale: Beautifully maintained acreage offering the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and country living on 5.02 fully fenced acres. This stunning home offers 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, featuring an open-concept kitchen with overs...

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Reality Realty Shannon McCarthy

31245 Elbow River Dr, Calgary, AB T3Z 2T9 - 31245 Elbow River Dr, Calgary (Social Media Edit) View this video of this amazing property.

The Bank of Canada held its prime interest rate steady last week, reflecting ongoing economic uncertainty across the country. While much of Canada is facing challenges—including a surprising loss of 89,000 jobs compared to the expected gain of 20,000—Alberta continues to show resilience.

In fact, Alberta added 1,000 jobs last week and remains a strong performer, supported by high oil prices and sustained economic activity. This positions the province as a standout market during a time when other regions are struggling.

Looking ahead, inflation is expected to rise again, particularly as fuel costs—including gas and diesel—continue to increase. Although we saw some relief in January and February, upward pressure on prices is likely to return.

With Alberta’s stability and growth potential, now is an excellent time to consider investing in a reliable and productive market.

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The day commemorates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, and, by extension, celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish in general.

This beautiful top-floor corner unit with stunning mountain views has officially sold in Seton, Calgary! Congratulations to my amazing seller. Wishing you all the best in your next adventure that life brings. Thank you for trusting me again to support you through the process.
Shannon McCarthy

I keep getting asked what is happening in the current market. Here a is a summary of what I expect to happen.....

2026 is a year of adjustment, not retreat. Agents who understand where supply is coming from and what the competition doing in the area will be the ones who guide clients confidently through this market.

Upside: Energy investment and regulatory shifts could accelerate job growth and absorb supply faster than expected.

Downside: Global uncertainty and trade policy risks could slow investment and prolong absorption.

Build your financial portfolio through real estate it is so important to have an agent you can trust to make you money in real estate instead of making a big financial mistake in purchasing the wrong kind of real estate or the area. This is the difference between an excellent agent and an average agent who knows the difference.

Call me today I would love to chat with you regarding all of the opportunities to invest in a more balanced market and how to make some money. $$$$$$

Shannon McCarthy

What is happening in the real estate market for 2026?

Last week at the CREB Forecast, Mark Parsons from ATB Financial shared a big-picture economic outlook that’s worth paying attention to, not because it’s academic, but because it directly explains what’s happening in our market and why.
Here’s the short version, translated into Realtor language.
1. Alberta is outperforming, structurally
Despite all the noise around tariffs, politics, and global uncertainty, Alberta is holding up better than most provinces. Our economy is less exposed to tariffs, population is still growing, and demand here is being driven by people, not speculation.
This isn’t luck. It’s fundamentals.
2. Population growth is the real story
Alberta was the only province still growing population late last year. People continue to move here primarily from B.C. and Ontario, and the driver is affordability, full stop.
Even after price growth, Alberta remains meaningfully more affordable than other major markets. That gap narrowed, but it didn’t disappear. As long as it exists, migration continues.
For real estate, that means demand is demographic, not hype-driven.
3. This is not a boom, it’s a rebalancing
This doesn’t feel like past Alberta booms because it isn’t one. Oil and gas investment is lower than historical peaks, and growth is coming from diversification, downstream energy, agriculture, manufacturing, and population inflows.
That creates steadier housing demand, fewer extreme swings, and more neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood differences instead of broad market moves.
4. Housing supply improved, but didn’t overshoot
Builders stepped up in a big way. Starts hit record levels and will likely ease, but remain strong. Alberta is still catching up to population growth, not drowning in supply.
This supports a market that cools selectively, not one that collapses.
5. What this means for you, practically
– Out-of-province buyers are not a temporary trend.
– Edmonton and secondary Alberta markets are benefiting as Calgary affordability tightens.
– Buyers waiting for “certainty” may be waiting through continued demand.
– Investors should be thinking stability and long-term fundamentals, not quick flips.

Looking to buy or sell this year please feel free to reach out for a free home evaluation. Shannon McCarthy
CIR Realty Okotoks

New Listing in sought after new community of Seton. Right by the South Health Campus and YMCA.

409 4150 Seton Drive SE in Calgary: Seton Apartment for sale : MLS®# A2280281 Seton Apartment for sale: Fully Furnished Top-floor corner unit located at #409 4150 Seton Drive SE! This home features a wrap around balcony with stunning views facing green space as well as one of the only units to have beautiful mountain views ...