Kenny Huynh

09/25/2026

Buying or selling this winter? A few things to keep in mind.

For buyers: fewer listings usually means less competition, and sellers who list in winter tend to be more motivated. You'll also get a real read on how a home handles cold weather, drafts, ice damming, and how the driveway and walkways hold up to snow.

For sellers: curb appeal takes more effort this time of year. Keep walkways and steps clear for showings, make sure the home is warm and well lit, and highlight things that matter more in winter, like furnace age, insulation, and a heated garage if you have one.

Whichever side you're on, get your financing sorted early. Approvals can take longer around the holidays.

Thinking about a winter move? Let's talk through your options.

Kenny Huynh | CIR Realty | 587 777 7295

09/22/2026

Mortgage rate update for the week

The Bank of Canada held its overnight rate at 2.25% on September 2, the seventh straight hold. Prime sits at 4.45%.

Fixed rates have been ticking up slightly as bond yields climb, while variable rates are holding steady for now. If you're pre-approved, it's worth locking in and knowing your numbers before you start shopping. If you're weighing fixed versus variable, happy to walk through what fits your plans.

Next Bank of Canada announcement is October 28.

Rates and payments should always be confirmed with your mortgage broker or lender before you make a decision.

Kenny Huynh | CIR Realty | 587 777 7295

09/18/2026

Radon: what Calgary buyers should know before winter

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that seeps into homes through cracks in the foundation. Alberta has some of the highest radon levels in Canada, and it's the second leading cause of lung cancer, behind only smoking.

If you're buying this fall, ask about radon testing as part of your due diligence, or plan to test right after possession. A basic test kit runs $30 to $50. If levels come back high, a mitigation system typically runs $1,500 to $3,000 installed.

It's one of those things you can't see or smell, so it's worth checking before you settle in for winter.

Questions about radon testing on a home you're considering? Send me a message.

Kenny Huynh | CIR Realty | 587 777 7295

09/16/2026

FOR RENT: 827 Erin Woods Drive SE, Calgary

Now available in Erin Woods! This fully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home has three features that make it stand out this year:

🔥 Private hot tub in a fenced backyard oasis, with a covered BBQ area right beside it
❄️ Air conditioning throughout
🚗 Oversized, heated double detached garage with paved alley access

Beyond that: brand new vinyl plank flooring, a kitchen with a Bosch dishwasher and French door fridge, a finished basement den, and a location directly across from a park with open green space views. Move-in ready.

Just 15 minutes to downtown with easy access across the city.

Rent: $2,600/month
Available: Immediately
Pets: Small pets are considered with a pet deposit.

09/13/2026

09/12/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE TODAY 🏡

Come tour this beautifully updated family home in the heart of Evergreen!

📅 Saturday, September 12
🕐 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 78 Everglen Way SW, Calgary, AB
💰 $639,900

✨ WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT:
🛏️ 3 Bedrooms + Large Bonus Room
🛁 3 Bathrooms (2 Full / 1 Half)
📐 1,635 Sq Ft of Functional Living Space
🍳 Chef Inspired Kitchen with Quartz Island, Pantry & Stainless Steel Appliances
🛋️ Open Concept Living with a Gas Fireplace
❄️ 2023 Upgrades: Central AC, High Efficiency Furnace with HEPA Filter, Triple Pane Windows
🎮 Finished Basement with Game Room & Heated Laundry Floors
🌳 Oversized Deck and Private, Tree Lined Backyard
🚗 2 Car Attached Garage

Questions or want a private showing? Reach out anytime.

Kenny Huynh
CIR Realty
587 777 7295

09/05/2026

🏠 FOR RENT – ERINWOODS SE 🏠

47 Erin Park Bay SE, Calgary
💰 $2,100/month
📅 Available September 15

SUPER CUTE 2-storey home tucked into a QUIET cul-de-sac in Erinwoods, with OVER 1,500 sq ft of total living space!

✨ 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms (updated 2pc on main + 4pc up)
✨ Bright living room with big windows + laminate flooring
✨ Kitchen with white cabinetry, tile counters, corner pantry
✨ Deck off the kitchen – perfect for summer BBQs
✨ FINISHED basement with room for a rec area or 4th bedroom
✨ Private fenced backyard + storage shed
✨ Paved alley access – RV parking + 2 stalls

Steps to schools, parks, playgrounds, and shopping. This one won't last long!

📲 Message me for a showing or more details (pets/utilities on inquiry).

09/05/2026

🏡 NEW ON THE MARKET – ASPEN WOODS 🏡

132 Aspenshire Drive SW, Calgary
💰 $1,750,000

This one is a showstopper! Perched on a ridge-top lot with mountain and sunset views, this home blends elevated design with real everyday living space.

✨ 3+1 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms
✨ Nearly 4,580 sq ft of developed living space
✨ Dramatic spiral staircase + soaring foyer
✨ 10-ft island kitchen with butler's pantry
✨ Spa-inspired primary ensuite with skylight + in-floor heat
✨ Fully finished WALKOUT basement
✨ Double attached garage, 6 total parking spaces

Tucked into one of Calgary's most sought-after communities, steps from schools, shopping, and pathways along the environmental reserve.

Want the full tour? Send me a message and let's get you in to see it! 📲

Kenny Huynh
CIR Realty
587 777 7295

09/03/2026

🚰 MẸO CHO NGƯỜI MUA NHÀ: Ống Nước Poly-B Là Gì?

Nếu bạn đang tìm mua nhà ở Alberta, đây là điều nên biết trước khi đặt giá mua.

Ống Poly-B (polybutylene) được lắp đặt rộng rãi trong các ngôi nhà ở Canada từ cuối những năm 1970 đến giữa và cuối những năm 1990, được sử dụng nhiều nhất trong khoảng năm 1985 đến 1997. Các nhà sản xuất ngừng sản xuất loại nhựa resin này vào năm 1998, và đến năm 2005, ống Poly-B chính thức bị loại khỏi Bộ Luật Ống Nước Quốc Gia (National Plumbing Code) như một vật liệu được chấp nhận.

Tại sao điều này quan trọng với người mua nhà? Ống Poly-B được biết là xuống cấp từ bên trong ra ngoài, thường không có dấu hiệu cảnh báo trước khi bị hỏng, và tuổi thọ thông thường khoảng 10 đến 25 năm tùy vào cách lắp đặt và chất lượng nước. Nhiều căn nhà có loại ống này hiện đã vượt quá thời gian sử dụng an toàn đó.

Đây là phần khiến nhiều người mua bất ngờ: phần lớn các công ty bảo hiểm hoặc không bảo hiểm cho nhà có ống Poly-B đang hoạt động, tính phí bảo hiểm cao hơn, hoặc yêu cầu phải thay ống trước khi cấp bảo hiểm. Đây là một chi phí thực tế cần tính vào giá mua nhà, chứ không chỉ là một khoản bảo trì thông thường.

Nếu bạn đang xem một căn nhà được xây từ cuối những năm 1970 đến giữa những năm 1990, hãy hỏi về hệ thống ống nước, kiểm tra nhà kỹ lưỡng, và xin báo giá bảo hiểm trước khi ký hợp đồng mua bán.

Kenny Huynh
CIR Realty
587 777 7295