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New Years Greetings From Crystal TostAs the year draws to a close, we take the time to reflect on all that we have accomplished and we look forward to all whope to accomplish in the coming year.

I would like to thank all my clients for making this anniversary year a very special one for me. A year marked by succes

a year in which I attained Platinum status with Re/Max. I could not have done it without you. I am sure that in 200your new homes will foster many happy memories for you and your families. A new year in a new home is an excitinadventure. I am honoured to have had the opportunity to play my part in it.

I wish you all a very happy new year full of joy and prosperity!

www.CalgaryListings.com tost@calgarylistings.

RE/MAX House of Real Est

3923 17th Ave

Calgary, AB T3E 0

Direct (403) 264 SOLD (76

FAX (403) 698-5

Current Listings

8733 14 Ave SW $799,24 Aspen Meadows Green SW $1,100,000

ng in the New Year is this gorgeous custom built Brownstone in prestigious Aspen Estates.

ully developed it offers almost 4000 sq ft of living space. The gourmet kitchen awaits the

aster chef in you . Main floor living room, family room and dining room is perfect for

ntertaining. Vaulted master bedroom with fireplace and large Ensuite with dual sinks andrge custom shower. The unique 3rd storey is a media oasis with surround sound pre-wiring

nd wet bar. Air Conditioning, Zone Control heat , in-floor heat are just a few of the extras this well thought out custom home.

Quality built Cidex home in desirable Aspen Stone of Aspen Woods. The main floor is adorne

with rich mahogany hardwood floors, imported tiles, granite and solid maple cabinets. The

kitchen has extended cupboards w/ built in work center. This home has all that you can ask

with main floor den, dining room, huge laundry room, and kitchen with open concept living rcomplete with open to above soaring ceilings. Extensive maple railing with iron detail. The u

level boasts 3 large bedrooms. King sized master is a true retreat with walk in closet. Ensuitefeatures over sized glass shower with jetted tub and dual sinks. Enjoy the mountain and val

views! The walkout is perfect for future development and will allow for an open plan.

Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract.REALTOR is a registered trademark of the Canadian NationalAssociation of Realtors (CREA).

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My clients are my business! I am committed toproviding my clients with the best and most honestservice available. I am able to provide this level of service simply by putting my clients needs first aboveall else!

I look forward to being able to assist you with allyour Real Estate needs. Please give me a call or

visit my web-site, and let me Show you around theNeighbourhood.

DISCOVER CALGARYLocated just southwest of the City of Calgary offHwy 22X ishe Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area. Full of scenic

hiking trails, its rolling foothills feature acres of Aspen forestand native prairie. To help facilitate its mandate of wildlifehabitat protection and conservation education, BelvedereHouse was built in 1991.

On January 22, 2008 (7-9PM), Belvedere House is hosting anevent with Built Green, a Canadian certification organization

founded in Calgary. Built Green promotes and recognizesenvironmentally responsible development. Membership isopen to all members of Home Builders Associations. As ofJanuary 1, 2008 Built Green is launching a new Platinumevel of certification, making it one of the most demanding

environmental residential building programs in Canada.

So come find out whats happening in the sustainable housingmarket. Discover how Built Green works with homebuilderso promote sustainable building practices. Learn about green

building materials and get tips on how to improve yourhome.

nfo: 931-2042

www.crossconservation.org

www.builtgreencanada.ca

www.CalgaryListings.com [email protected]

RE/MAX HOUSE OF REAL ESTATE3923 17th Ave SW Calgary, AB T3E 0C3

Direct (403) 264 SOLD (7653) FAX (403) 698-5009

CRYSTAL TOST*Based on MLS Stats for the month of November 2007

Average Sold Price Average Days On Market Total Sold TotalActive Listings

Aspen Woods (073) Homes $738,166.00 38.5 6 68

Condo 0 0 0 3

Springbank Hill (065) Homes $ 606,692.00 39.8 13 73

Inc Montreaux Condo $ 322,500.00 44.5 2 13

The Slopes (067) Homes 0 0 0 2

Condo N/A N/A N/A N/A

Strathcona Park Homes $ 547,785.00 48 7 24

Condo $ 423,000.00 52 4 3


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Crystal Tost Invites You to Celebrate Saint Patricks Day!Saint Patricks Day is an annual feast day celebrating Saint Patrick (385-461), a patron saint of Ireland. It is held on March 17th to mark anniversary of his death.ough Saint Patricks Day is widely celebrated throughout the world, it is a public holiday in only three places: IrelaMontserrat and Newfoundland. Although some groups, namely Guiness, would like it to be a public holiday throughout Canada!For the Irish, it is a religious feast day, and so it is occasionally moved by church authorities there whenever it happens to fall within Holy WSince Easter falls on March 23rd in 2008, Paddys Day has been moved to March 15th this year, a situation that last occurred in 1940 when it

moved to April 3rd.e oldest Saint Patricks Day parade took place, not in Ireland, but in Boston in 1737. However, Montreal boasts the longest running paracelebrating its 183rd consecutive parade in 2007. Montreal has observed Saint Patricks Day since 1759 and has been holding a parade since 18A little known fact is that blue was once the colour associated with this day. Ironically, the Toronto Maple Leafs, whose team colour is blue, wknown from 1919-1927 as the Toronto St Patricks and their jerseys were, of course, green.So this Saint Patricks Day, join me in wearing green and kicking back with your friends.Get your Irish on!

www.CalgaryListings.com tost@calgarylistings

RE/MAX House of Real E

3923 17th Av

Calgary, AB T3E

Direct (403) 264 SOLD (FAX (403) 698

Current Listings

97 Aspen Stone Rd SW $1,0Aspen Meadows Green SW $1,100,000

in the New Year with this gorgeous custom built Brownstone in prestigious Aspentes. Fully developed it offers almost 4000 sq ft of living space. The gourmet kitchents the master chef in you . Main floor living room, family room and dining room is

ect for entertaining. Vaulted master bedroom with fireplace and large Ensuite with duals and large custom shower. The unique 3rd storey is a media oasis with surround soundwiring and wet bar. Air Conditioning, Zone Control heat , in-floor heat are just a few of

extras in this well thought out custom home.

Wow, every upgrade imaginable went into the design of this fully developed (almost 3500 sqstorey Walkout on one of the largest lots in the area. Some of the upgrades include, slate flhardwood, 80 oz shag, plumbing fixtures, extensive pot lights and lighting upgrades, thous$$s spent in kitchen upgrades includes granite, oversized maple cupboards to ceiling, Stainappliances inc dbl wall over, gas cook top, fridge with water and ice, Grid ceilings (3), openstaircase, painted ceilings , maple built ins , dual furnace, dual hot water, and dual A/C andmore! The main floor features formal dining room, kitchen with walkthrough pantry, nook a

room with 18 ft ceilings and 2 storey stone 2 sided fireplace. The upper level features 3 Xl bwith an enormous bedroom/ sitting area, his and hers closets and spa Ensuite. Developed woffers bedroom, large den, gorgeous bath with custom shower, and wet bar. This Is A Must

Not intended to solicit buyers or sellers currently under contract.REALTOR is a registered trademark of the Canadian National

Association of Realtors (CREA).


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My clients are my business! I am committed toproviding my clients with the best and most honestervice available. I am able to provide this level of ervice simply by putting my clients needs first abovell else!

look forward to being able to assist you with allyour Real Estate needs. Please give me a call orisit my web-site, and let me Show you around the

Neighbourhood.

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rch 8th is Womens Day! Help celebrate by joining Momsking It Happen and the National Women in Business

po.

ms Making it Happens 3rd annual fundraiser in supporthe Centre for Affordable Water and Sanitation Technology

AWST) will be held on Womens Day at St. Vladimirsltural Centre. is event will feature a gourmet brunch,

ertainment by Simon Fisk and a silent auction. Margorcell from Open to Possibilities is scheduled to speak.ivities for children will be provided.

it www.momsmakingithappen.org and www.cawst.org forre information.

me to Stampede Park for the National Women in Businesspo from March 28-30! is expo, designed for femalerepreneurs, professionals, work-at-home moms andmen re-entering the workforce, offers seminars, services,

portunities and resources to help women succeed ininess. Dont miss this great opportunity.

w.nationalwomeninbusinessexpo.com



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CRYSTAL TOST


Aspen Woods Homes $869,429.00 54.2 14 71

Condo 0 0 0 4

Springbank Hill Homes $639,429.00 74 7 72

Inc Montreaux Condo $299,666.00 20 3 16

The Slopes Homes $980,000.00 79 1 3


Strathcona Park Homes $439,333.00 25 3 20

Condo 0 0 0 8


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3923 17th Av

Calgary, AB T3E

Direct (403) 264 SOLD (FAX (403) 698

Current Listings

56 Springbluff Lane SW $99733 14 Ave SW $799,900

ty built Cidex home with many upgrades in beautiful Aspen Stone of Aspen Woods. The floor is adorned with rich mahogany hardwood floors, imported tiles, granite and solide cabinets. The kitchen has extended cupboards w/ built in work center. This home hasat you can ask for with main floor den, dining room, huge laundry room, and kitchenopen concept living room complete with open to above soaring ceilings. Extensivee railing with iron detail. The upper level boasts 3 large bedrooms. King sized master ise retreat with walk in closet. Ensuite features over sized glass shower with jetted tubdual sinks. Enjoy the mountain views from your master bedroom! You will appreciateop of the line Berber carpet throughout the upper level. The walkout basement isect for future development with extensive windows, rough in "in floor heat" and 10 ft9 ft ceilings.

Gorgeous Walkout Bungalow will take your breath away with Panoramic Mountain views fromlevels. Almost 2800 sq ft of developed space offers 3 bedrooms. Main floor is set for entertawith large dining room and fabulous open concept living room with gorgeous floor to ceilingfireplace. The main floor is adorned with gleaming "espresso" hardwood floors and importedtile. The chef's delight maple kitchen will inspire w/ample work space c/w imported "antiquegranite counters. Relax in your large king sized master oasis and take in the incredible viewretreat to your own personal spa ensuite with dual sinks, custom glass shower and soaker tubasement is fully developed and offers 2 great sized bedrooms, full bath, wet bar for enterta

and family room, with additional space for 4th bedroom or theater room. This home has it alocated on quiet a cul-de-sac backing onto green space.



Crystal Tost Wishes You a Very Happy Mothers Day!ere are various traditions celebrating motherhood around the world. Our Mothers Day comes to us from the American tradition, observed onsecond Sunday of May.Mothers Day, as we know it, exists because of one womans tireless crusade to honour her mothers legacy. It is a story that inspires me and Id likshare it with you as you prepare to celebrate your mother in appreciation of all that she has done.Ann Jarvis (1832-1905) was a social activist who worked to improve sanitation through her Mothers Work Days. She was a great inspiration todaughter, Anna, a teacher. With the death of her mother, Anna became responsible for the well-being of her blind sister and she came to feel the n

for a Womens Memorial Day to honour the memory of all mothers, living and deceased. In 1907, on the second anniversary of her mothers d(May 9), she passed out 500 carnations at the West Virginian church in Grafton where her mother had taught Sunday school in an effort to estabthe holiday. e first Mothers Day was celebrated there on May 10, 1908. e custom eventually spread to 45 states, but congress resisted adopthe holiday, worried that it would set a precedent of frivolous commemorations. However, in May 1914 President Woodrow Wilson declared motto be the countrys greatest source of strength, reversed the decision and made it a national holiday.ough Anna Jarvis died penniless and blind in 1948, we can still draw inspiration from her story. So this Mothers Day, remember to set some

aside for your mother, whether she be living or deceased.


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Spark your familys imagination at oneof Canadas foremost performing artsfestivals. e Calgary InternationalChildrens Festival (CICF), May 20-24,2008, boasts many great cultural eventsfrom around the world! Attractions

held at the EPCOR CENTRE includeKling Klang, a Danish Stomp-likemusical performance, and Snow White, abeautiful re-telling of the Grimm fairytaleby German master puppeteer, MatthiasKuchta. Enjoy workshops, an outdoorstage and various free open air activitiesat Olympic Plaza.

Public tickets go on sale March 31st,2008. For more information, visit:www.calgarychildfest.org



Direct (403) 264 SOLD (7653) FAX (403) 698-5009

CRYSTAL TOST


Aspen Woods Homes $783,333.00 35 9 67

Condo $345,539.00 77 1 9

Springbank Hill Homes $761,444.00 56 9 105

Inc Montreaux Condo $355,300 46 3 34

The Slopes Homes 2


Strathcona Park Homes $638,750.00 38 8 37

Condo $446,100.00 48 3 8

*Based on MLS Stats for the month of March 2008


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Current Listings

56 Springbluff Lane SW $933 14 Ave SW $799,900

y built Cidex home with many upgrades in beautiful Aspen Stone of Aspen Woods. Theloor is adorned with rich mahogany hardwood floors, imported tiles, granite and solidcabinets. The kitchen has extended cupboards w/ built in work center. This home hast you can ask for with main floor den, dining room, huge laundry room, and kitchenpen concept living room complete with open to above soaring ceilings. Extensiverailing with iron detail. The upper level boasts 3 large bedrooms. King sized master isretreat with walk in closet. Ensuite features over sized glass shower with jetted tub

ual sinks. Enjoy the mountain views from your master bedroom! You will appreciatep of the line Berber carpet throughout the upper level. The walkout basement ist for future development with extensive windows, rough in "in floor heat" and 10 ftft ceilings.

Gorgeous Walkout Bungalow will take your breath away with Panoramic Mountain views frlevels. Almost 2800 sq ft of developed space offers 3 bedrooms. Main floor is set for enterwith large dining room and fabulous open concept living room with gorgeous floor to ceilinfireplace. The main floor is adorned with gleaming "espresso" hardwood floors and importtile. The chef's delight maple kitchen will inspire w/ample work space c/w imported "antiqgranite counters. Relax in your large king sized master oasis and take in the incredible vieretreat to your own personal spa ensuite with dual sinks, custom glass shower and soakerbasement is fully developed and offers 2 great sized bedrooms, full bath, wet bar for enteand family room, with additional space for 4th bedroom or theater room. This home has itlocated on quiet a cul-de-sac backing onto green space.


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3923 17th Av

Calgary, AB T3E

Direct (403) 264 SOLD (FAX (403) 698

Aspen Woods Estates

315 Aspen Glen Place SW

Over 3000 Sq ft in this cubuilt two storey walkout locatAspen Woods Estates bawest onto ravine with mouviews. This home is loaded upgrades throughout features all the finest finavailable including travefloors, hardwood, gracommercial appliances andmuch more you must viewhome to appreciate the atteto detail.

Asking $1,299



CRYSTAL TOST BELIEVES IN CALGARYCalgary is still a great place to invest in real estate. Since the late 1990s Calgary real estate has led all other Canadian property markets in investmreturn, garnering about 20 per cent annually. Whether youre looking for a first home that will appreciate over time, or a short-term investmproperty, Calgary remains a national leader. Its strong economic performance in the oil and high tech sectors has attracted workers from all overcountry, pushing up property demands. Calgary now ranks second in concentration of corporate head offices, with an investment return thats ohigher than 50 per cent.

Yet with the real estate crisis in the United States dominating business headlines across the continent, it is tempting to fear for the health of our housing industry. However, these credit problems were not the result of normal housing market forces. Canadian lending practices are regulated differently and our financial institutions have protections in place. Housing markets are always localized, and Calgarys market continues to be strong. Yet there may be economic repercussions for us as American consumer confidence lowers, since there would be less demand for Canadexport commodities, which could lead to lower prices and slow inflation.

According to the Calgary Real Estate Board, the average housing start has fallen 5.7% over the past year. With prices falling, now is a great timbuy. Yet with more people moving to Calgary and a high property turnover rate, it is also a good time to sell. Prices are lower, but you will stila great rate of return. In these uncertain times, it is more important than ever to get expert advice from a qualified real estate agent. I can help achieve your goals and realize your dreams.


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is Remembrance Day marks the 90th anniversary of thed of the Great War (1914-1918). e First World Wars a defining event in the forging of Canada as a nation.e Canadian Corps impressive record of militaryhievement earned Canada a place at the peace table asindependent signatory to the Treaty of Versailles, an

portant step toward full sovereignty.

the last day of the war, Armistice Day, Canadaptured the city of Mons for the last victory of the war. It

s also the first anniversary of another major Canadiantory, one that is synonymous with brutality and futility.November 10th, 1917, Albertas 10th Battalion helpedCanadian 1st Division secure Hill 52 in the taking of

sschendaele.

November 13, 2005, at the Museum of the Regimentsow the Military Museums), the provincial governmentnounced a $5.5 M grant, as part of Albertas centennial,fund a movie about the battle. Written, directed andrring native Calgarian, Paul Gross, Passchendaele isprimarily in Calgary and the battle sequences were

med on the Tsuu Tina reserve.

plore Calgarys heritage at the Military Museums thismembrance Day at 10:30am.

ww.themilitarymuseums.ca



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Aspen Woods Homes $634,100 53 5 61

Condo $376,876 23 1 21

Springbank Hill Homes $681,112 67 16 85

Inc Montreaux Condo $230,000 44 1 27

The Slopes Homes N/A N/A 0 5


Strathcona Park Homes $519,000 49 10 31

Condo N/A N/A 0 5

*Based on MLS Stats for the month of Sept. 2008


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3923 17th Av

Calgary, AB T3E

Direct (403) 264 SOLD (FAX (403) 698



CRYSTAL TOST RINGS IN THE HOLIDAYSFor over 125 years in Canada, e Salvation Army has been a beacon of hope for the dispossessed and the marginalized. Serving in over communities across the country, it is the largest non-governmental social service provider in Canada. Founded in 1882 with the simple goproviding spiritual and practical support to societys most vulnerable, its modern pseudo-military structure, developed through its wartime serhas allowed it to become an efficient emergency task force, providing relief during disasters from the Halifax explosion to Hurricane Katrina.Salvation Army gives direct compassionate aid to 1.5 million people each year.When you give to e Salvation Army, your money is going directly to those who need it most. Its wide range of programs allows it to deal withwhole person effectively and efficiently under the umbrella of a single agency.When I think ofe Salvation Army, I associate it with Christmas images ofe Army Band playing carols and its soldiers ringing bells on scorners soliciting donations. e Salvation Army Kettle Campaign began in 1891 in San Francisco and remains a vital part ofe Salvation Arfundraising campaign.roughout the Christmas season, supporters ofe Salvation Army are encouraged to become a virtual bell-ringer by hostheir own online kettle. e iKettle is an easy to use online tool that allows participants to customize their own iKettle webpage and invite othere-mail to donate to e Salvation Army.If you would like to get involved, you may visit www.SalvationArmy.ca/ikettle to register.Merry Christmas!


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Christmas time again. Come celebrate by havingeakfast with Santa!

arket Mall hosted its annual Breakfast with Santa onvember 30. Catered by Sunterra, the waffle breakfasts hosted by Santa and Mrs. Claus. All proceeds were in

pport of Ronald McDonald House Charities. Boastingmily entertainment and various treats, this event is ahlight of Market Malls event calendar.

ou love dining with Kris Kringle and missed this event,not fret. e WHMCA is also hosting a Santa Claus

eakfast and Bake Sale. From 10am 2pm on Saturday,cember 13, check out the childrens craft tables. Santa

rives at 11am. Breakfast starts at 10am: $2 for membersd $4 for non-members.

e WHMCA is also accepting non-perishable donationsthe Food Bank. Come on out to the WHMCA Hall,0-27th Ave NE. Call 403-283-1751 for details.

atch for other great events at Market Mall, which ise of Calgarys largest malls in area. It is jointly ownedCadillac Fairview and Ivanhoe Cambridge, two of nadas largest real estate property managers andvelopers. Check it out at 3625 Shaganappi Trail NW.



Direct (403) 264 SOLD (7653) FAX (403) 698-5009

CRYSTAL TOST


Aspen Woods Homes $ 2,308,333 57 3 78

Condo n/a n/a 0 24

Springbank Hill Homes $ 664,152 28 14 102

Inc Montreaux Condo $ 354,166 101 3 21

The Slopes Homes N/A N/A 0 7


Strathcona Park Homes $ 595,714 43 7 36

Condo $ 400,000 90 1 3

*Based on MLS Stats for the month of OCT. 2008

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