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While Calgary’s scorching hot temperatures have us feeling like we’re still on summer holiday, the back-to-school season is officially upon us. Your kiddos will soon have books to read and assignments to complete. To help inspire your little Einsteins to finish their homework, create a cozy, cute and quiet study nook in your new Excel home. Here are a few ideas to get your DIY project started.

Many parents feel that September is “the most wonderful time of the year.” It’s the month when kids head back to school and structured extracurricular activities commence. However, the transition from lazy summer days to busy weeks filled with jam packed schedules can be stressful. To help you tackle the lunch box battle, we’ve come up with some of our favourite grab-and-go meal and snack ideas.

What does the Bank of Canada's recent interest rate hike mean for prospective home buyers?

If you’re planning to host your child’s birthday bash at home this year, be sure to check out our tips and tricks for throwing a stress-free party that everyone – including yourself – will enjoy.

Have you ever wondered how we create so many incredible show home designs? Meet the Excel Homes Interior Design Expert, Dawn Bates.

When you’re planning a meal out with the family, check out our top picks for delicious kid friendly dining in and around Calgary.

Check out our monthly events blog to discover the top festivals and events in greater Calgary. There’s a ton of exciting happenings around town this summer, and August is all about theatre, music and food! Read on for the complete details, and to learn how you can take part in the fun!

Al fresco lakeside lunches and picnics in the park are what summer’s all about. Whether you’re planning a large family gathering, or a romantic meal for two, we’ve got all the tips and tricks you’ll need to pack the perfect picnic. Bon appetite!

The month of July has been quite a scorcher thus far, and we feel that hot summer days are best spent outside. To help keep your kiddos happy and cool, we’ve put together a list of our favourite splash parks in and around Calgary.

Whether you yahoo – or yeehaw – it’s time to get ready, as we’re just days away from the 2017 Calgary Stampede! Excel Homes has always been a big supporter of the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, and this year is no different. So, we’ve polled our team and come up with our list of must-sees and must-dos.

Check out our monthly events blog to discover the top festivals and events in greater Calgary. There’s a ton of exciting happenings around town this summer. July highlights include Canada150 celebrations, a Latin street party and the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. Read on for all of the details and to learn how you can take part in the fun!

In last week’s blog we discussed getting your home vacation-ready. This week, we’re sharing tips and tricks for preparing your garden!