Category: Home Buying
The Ultimate Checklist for a Stress-Free 2025 Move in Calgary
Moving to a new home is an exciting life milestone, but without a clear plan, the experience can quickly become overwhelming. Whether you’re moving across Calgary or relocating from another city in Alberta (or beyond!), a detailed moving checklist is an excellent tool for staying organized and reducing stress. Summer is the busiest moving season […]
How to buy a house in 2025: Tips for Success
Buying a home is a big, exciting moment in life – a milestone that marks a new chapter. Whether it’s your first home or your dream home, this process is full of important decisions and plenty of anticipation. If you’re planning to buy a house in Calgary in 2025, you’re in a great position to […]
How to choose the right community for you
Before you find your perfect home, let’s take a moment to talk about something that’s just as important: the community! Finding the right place to call home isn’t just about the details within the walls; it’s about the neighborhood where you’ll create memories and build your life. Think of it as choosing a vibrant backdrop […]
What is a Duplex and Why Should You Consider Buying One in Calgary?
Are you searching for a home that offers both privacy and potential income opportunities? If so, a duplex in Calgary might be the perfect fit. This multi-family housing option combines the convenience of a detached home with the financial perks of shared maintenance costs, making it an attractive option for those seeking a single-family home […]
What to Consider about Buying a Condo in 2024
Buying a condo is not just a financial decision—it’s a lifestyle choice. For those who want to spend more time outside and less time inside, especially in a nature-centric community like Wolf Willow, a condo can be an excellent choice. First-time home buyers, young families, and individuals contemplating downsizing often appreciate the convenience and sense […]
Home Buying 101: Questions a First Time Home Buyer Should Ask
Purchasing your first home is a significant milestone—and it’s one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make in your life. With that comes all the feels; it’s exciting, scary, and maybe even intimidating, but with the right knowledge and guidance, it can be a smooth and rewarding experience. As a first-time home buyer, it’s crucial […]
Wildlife Safety and Living Life Next to Fish Creek Park
Welcome to Wolf Willow, a south Calgary community nestled in Fish Creek Park’s backyard, where nature thrives and community spirit flourishes! This stunning natural area in the city offers a haven for wildlife, and a place for residents to connect with nature. By implementing a few simple practices, we can ensure that our presence in […]
From Flooring to Furniture: Designing a Pet-Friendly Home
Designing a home that works for both you and your furry friends can be a daunting task. While you want your home to look stylish and put-together, it’s also important to ensure your pets are comfortable and safe. But don’t worry—there are lots of ways to make your home pet-friendly without sacrificing style! When you […]
Transform Your Outdoor Space: Landscaping Ideas for Your New Home
One of the most exciting aspects of new home ownership is designing your space to reflect your individual style. Creating a beautiful backyard not only enhances the aesthetics of your property but also provides a functional space for relaxation and entertainment. Here are some landscaping ideas to help you transform your new home’s outdoor area […]
Top 5 Reasons to Buy a Home in Wolf Willow
Look no further than Wolf Willow, the hidden gem of southeast Calgary, when you’re ready to buy a home. Nestled in a peaceful and scenic area of the city, Wolf Willow is the perfect place to call home. Here are the top 5 reasons why you should consider making Wolf Willow your new community. #5 […]
Home Maintenance Care Tips for New Homeowners
As a new homeowner, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of owning your very own space. However, with great power comes great responsibility, and that responsibility is maintaining your new home. Home maintenance is crucial to the longevity of your home, and it’s essential to have a solid plan in place to ensure your home […]
When to Consider Downsizing Your Home
Post updated on March 17, 2023 for clarity. There comes a time in life when you start thinking about your home and whether it’s the right fit for your lifestyle. While the idea of downsizing might bring up scary thoughts like getting rid of all your things, what it really means is choosing the right […]
Everything You Need to Know About Getting a Mortgage in Calgary
How to get a mortgage in Calgary Buying a home is incredibly exciting, but it can also feel confusing dealing with all the paperwork that comes with it. Getting a mortgage can seem intimidating but it’s an essential part of the home-buying process, so we’re going to break it down step-by-step. But first, what is […]
New Wolf Willow Community Updates for Winter 2022
An exciting new year brings exciting new changes and updates to our Wolf Willow community. In early 2023 we’re welcoming new phases, neighbourhood landscape changes, and improved infrastructure, so let’s get into the details. Here are the Latest Wolf Willow Updates Infrastructure and Landscape 210th Avenue will connect with Wolf Willow With this major new […]
Easy Holiday DIY Crafts Inspired by Nature
As soon as snow starts to fall, many Calgarians break out their holiday decorations to add some festive cheer and warmth to their homes. Even though the winter season is cold with long nights, you can still find plenty of beauty in the season, especially out in nature! We pulled together some crafty DIY holiday […]
Everything you Need to Know About Architectural Controls
There’s a lot to consider when shopping for a new home. One of the first things that gives an impression of any particular Calgary community is what the houses look like. Wolf Willow is one of these master planned neighbourhoods in south Calgary, so we’ve compiled a bit of information to help our future homeowners […]
Choosing Your Perfect Home in Wolf Willow: Laned Homes
If you’re looking to buy a house in Calgary, you’ll need to answer two questions early on: which community do you want to live in and what style of home will suit your lifestyle? Once you’ve found your perfect community to settle down in (Wolf Willow), it’s time to choose your home model and homebuilder. […]
5 Questions Every First Time Home Buyer Should Ask Their Home Builder
Buying your first home is an exciting time for anyone, but it can also be intimidating. All the forms and paperwork, banking and lawyers involved in home buying in Calgary can become confusing, uncharted territory for a first time home buyer. Working with a builder to build a home from the ground up can add […]
Fall DIY Décor Inspired by Fish Creek Park
When the seasons change outside, switching up your décor inside your home will keep it feeling fresh! Now that the leaves are changing colours and there’s a chill in the morning air, it’s time to put away your summery linens and bright florals, and instead bring out the cozy fall décor! With Wolf Willow being […]
New Wolf Willow Community Updates for Fall 2022
After a busy first half of the year in Wolf Willow, we’re excited to share some new updates on what’s next for the community in fall 2022 and beyond. New Show Home Parade and Community Development Over the summer, construction really picked up on the west side of Wolf Willow. The new show home parade […]
Wolf Willow Builder Profile: Morrison Homes
The next homebuilder we’d like to feature in Wolf Willow is none other than Morrison Homes. They are currently one of our 9 builder partners who have been here since the initial development of the community. Read on to learn about this amazing homebuilder and the seasoned expertise they bring with them to Wolf Willow. […]
Wolf Willow Homeowner Testimonial: John and Stevens
John and Stevens are the latest Wolf Willow residents to share their homeowner story with us. They moved to the community in August 2021 and have since had some time to settle into their new Jayman BUILT home. Read on to see what drew them to the community, what was on their home buying “must […]
Cove Properties: Wolf Willow Builder Profile
Interested in owning a condo by the Bow River and only steps from Fish Creek Park? One of Calgary’s premier luxury home builders, Cove Properties, is currently breaking ground in Wolf Willow on their new condominiums! Who is Cove Properties? Established in 1992, Cove Properties is bringing 30 years of building expertise to the community. […]
WestCreek Homes: Wolf Willow Builder Profile
The next homebuilder we’d like to welcome to Wolf Willow is none other than WestCreek Homes. They’re part of WestCreek Developments, who is the developer of Wolf Willow. WestCreek’s focus is communication and providing their customers with all the information they need upfront. This means you don’t need to go through a salesperson to customize […]
Wolf Willow Builder Profile: Truman
We are so excited to announce a new home builder is coming to Wolf Willow – please welcome Truman! They will be building a new condo building just south of the commercial site in phase 5, with construction starting soon. As we excitedly wait for the details to be finalized, we thought we’d help you […]
When to Start Planting Your Garden in Calgary
With spring finally on the horizon, many residents of Calgary have been gearing up for their favourite outdoor activity – gardening! If you’ve been looking to get the most out of your new backyard in Wolf Willow, growing a garden could be your next hobby. There are many benefits to growing your own garden. Gardening […]
Wolf Willow Homeowner Testimonial: Shinean and Marideth
Proud new homeowners Shinean and Marideth took possession of their Jayman BUILT laned home in December of 2021. They were so excited to move to our budding community here in south Calgary. We checked in to see what drew them to Wolf Willow and what excites them about being new homeowners. Why Wolf Willow? The […]
Wolf Willow Community: Spring 2022 Updates
Happy March! With spring on our doorstep, things are about to get very exciting here in the community. As the snow starts to melt, construction in Wolf Willow will pick up. Here’s what you can look forward to developing over the next few months. Wolf Willow Community Parks and Playgrounds We are excited to announce […]
Wolf Willow Builder Profile: Madison Avenue Group
Looking to purchase a townhome? Look no further than one of our amazing and trusted home builders – Madison Avenue Group. With over 40 years of experience building award-winning homes, they bring so much quality to our growing community here in south Calgary. Read on to learn more about this respected Wolf Willow home builder. […]
Wolf Willow’s Holiday Magic on the Bow
With the 2021 holiday season already upon us, Wolf Willow is putting on its first Christmas event this year! Join us in celebrating this magical season. We happily invite all residents, friends and family, and visitors of Wolf Willow to participate in our 2021 Holiday Magic on the Bow event. Grab your free holiday gift […]
Wolf Willow Home Owner Testimonial: Manraj and Rasina
Earlier this year in May 2021, Manraj and Rasina moved into their new home, built by Trico Homes, in the budding South Calgary community of Wolf Willow. We chatted with them to see what drew them to Wolf Willow and what excites them about the community. Drawn to the neighbourhood Manraj and Rasina were looking […]
Keep Your Lawn Happy and Healthy this Fall
As the beautiful colours of autumn start to pop up in Wolf Willow, you might think your days of lawn care are over until next spring. That is not the case though! Fall is a very important time to keep your lawn looking beautiful and growing strong. We put together some tips to prepare your […]
Easy Fall Recipes to Warm Your Belly (and Your Heart)
Ah yes, it’s that magical time of year – where the morning air is crisp, leaves crunch beneath your feet, and sweaters and leather move to the front of your wardrobe. That’s right, it’s fall, which means it’s also time to add our favourite cozy dishes back into the meal rotation. We rounded up 5 […]
How to Transform Your Flex Room into a Relaxing Retreat
When you think about the long winter months here in Calgary, adding a flex room or “bonus room” to your home could be just the thing you need. These flexible spaces can evolve into a multitude of rooms over time depending on your lifestyle. You can even transform it into a relaxing retreat that you […]
What to do with that Garage!
Garages are an amazing addition to any home and can be more than just a roof over your vehicle. This functional flex space can be tailored to fit your needs – whether that be an area to enjoy your hobbies, extra storage space, or to work on your side hustle. With 6 out of the […]
Schools In and Around Wolf Willow
Wolf Willow is conveniently situated within a short distance to many excellent schools. Inside the community of Wolf Willow, there are two designated school sites—one is set aside for a future Calgary Board of Education K-9 school and the other for a future Calgary Catholic K-6 school. Over fifteen public, Catholic, and private schools are […]
Meet Jayman BUILT: Wolf Willow’s Eco-Friendly Home Builder
Wolf Willow has 5 home styles available and has partnered with 8 of the top home builders in Calgary. We’re excited to have Jayman BUILT on board as Wolf Willow’s certified Green Builder. Who is Jayman BUILT? Over the last 40 years, Jayman BUILT has become Alberta’s largest homebuilder. Jayman is a 21-time “Builder of […]
Wolf Willow Home Owner Testimonial: Sarah and Patrick
It is an exciting time for Sarah and Patrick. A growing family, knowing full well that they were outgrowing their condo, is in the midst of building their new home with Jayman BUILT in the heart of the South Calgary community of Wolf Willow. We spoke with Sarah McKenzie to chat about their home building […]
Wolf Willow Home Owner Testimonial: Denise and George
On Morrison Homes’ 60th year anniversary, we highlight Denise and George—homeowners who recently moved into their front garage home in Wolf Willow. Denise and George moved into a small condo as newlyweds and knew immediately they wanted to buy a house with a yard someday. After six years, the couple finally felt the time was right […]
You’re Invited to Take Root at Wolf Willow!
Come down to Wolf Willow show homes and pick up a free house plant this Spring. We’re celebrating the melting snow and budding leaves by giving away a free plant to everyone who visits our show homes starting March 14th and we’d love to see you there! Plus, you’ll get to see the amazing opportunities that await […]
Meet Shane Homes: Wolf Willow’s Duplex Builder
There are eight Wolf Willow home builder partners who are helping us build this beautiful new community, and one of those is Shane Homes. Who is Shane Homes? Shane Homes is a Calgary home builder who has been family-owned and operated for 40 years. They offer several programs for homebuyers, including a variety of value-added programs, but the thing that sets them […]
Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions in 2021
Happy New Year! We’re kicking off the year by helping you with your new year’s resolutions. Here are three of the most common resolutions and some tips on how you can stick to them in Calgary 2021. Get Fit Getting more exercise is at the top of many Calgarian’s list of goals each and every new year. Whether you’re trying again […]
Wolf Willow Home Builder Profile: Look Master Builder
We strive to work with the top homebuilders in Calgary to ensure that Wolf Willow is a south Calgary community that inspires the pursuit of a life worth living. Recently we welcomed a new home builder to the Wolf Willow community. Stepper Homes has been recognized and respected in Alberta since 1956. More recently, in […]
Why You Should Consider a Flex Room
If everyone in your family has somewhere to sleep, you might not have given much thought to adding an extra room to your next home in Calgary. But don’t dismiss the idea just yet—a flex room could give you just the customizable space your family needs to really fall in love with your new home. […]
Tips for Tidying Up While Social Distancing
From Certified KonMari Consultant Helen Youn Most people can remember when the TV show “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” was released on Netflix. It was an instant sensation that had people all around the world debating whether their stuff sparked joy. Today, a little more than a year later, we’re all spending more time at […]
