Jerry Aulenbach (also known as @zoomjer on Twitter) is currently embarking on his fifth annual cross-country Beards on Ice tour, with a goal of raising $20,000 for the Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. This year, he’s “Taking Care of Business” and will be making 20 stops across Canada.

If you’ve been living in Edmonton for a substantial amount of time, you’ve likely already heard of Jerry Aulenbach.  From volunteering at his church to being a judge at the coveted Rock Skip Open, Jerry loves to give back to his community, and if there’s an initiative happening in the city you’re bound to see him there.

He’s well-known in the local foodie community and is a bonafide bacon enthusiast. Before Beards on Ice, he gained a reputation as Edmonton’s “Bacon

Whether you’re renovating your house with the intent to sell, or you simply want to modernize the look of your home, a kitchen renovation can bring immense value to your property. There’s a reason it’s often referred to as “the heart of the home.” A newly renovated kitchen can rejuvenate your space and make an older home look modern, fresh and vibrant. On the other hand, an outdated kitchen can be an eyesore for potential buyers even if the rest of the house has been updated and well-maintained.

According to a 2018 survey of over 750 Royal LePage real estate experts, a kitchen renovation has the potential to boost a property’s value by more than 12.5 per cent. It’s the most valuable renovation you can invest in, but it can also be the most costly.

  Q & A With Nicole Cooper

Hi Nicole, Thank you for taking the time to sit with me and answer some questions.

You are mother of two boys, aged 6 and 7. You work full time and are very active in your community. How do you balance your work life with your home life?

Nicole: Sometimes I barely manage (laughs). I have a weekly schedule defining my work time, family commitments and community involvement. I start my day one hour earlier than last year to ensure that I had time to drink and enjoy my coffee, and to give gratitude and organize family unit for the day ahead.

What made you decide to become a real estate agent?

Nicole: Real estate is deeply rooted in me. My mother was a real estate agent for

Snow and ice form hazards around your house. Avoid injury by taking precautions after storms arrive:

Protect your trees. Snowfall and windy weather may break tree limbs, causing damage to your home and possibly endangering people and pets. Use a broom to brush away snow after it falls. Don't shake trees; weak or frozen areas might break. Be sure to trim back branches close to the house.

Clear paths. Keep walkways and drives slip-resistant by shoveling (or snow blowing) regularly. Use ice melt that is safe for plants and pets to provide traction, including the steps to your home. If you'll be out of town, arrange for someone to do this for you. Some municipalities may fine homeowners for unshoveled sidewalks. Look after neighbours and yourself.

Back in October, Cory Clendenning jetted off to Africa to hike up Mount Kilimanjaro with the hopes of raising $10,000 for The Mustard Seed. After sixteen days abroad, and five grueling days on the mountain, Cory is back at home after successfully reaching the summit and raising $8,000 towards his goal.

Cory had spent months preparing for the physical challenges of the climb, but it was the mental component that proved to be the much larger challenge. The weather on Mount Kilimanjaro is varied and unpredictable, and the drastic changes in climate combined with physical exhaustion took its toll on him after a few days.

“Being cold, wet, and tired plays a big factor on the mental side of things.”

Climbing a mountain is demanding in and of

For most people, spending five days in one of the harshest environments on earth would seem absurd. But Dale Temple is not like most people. 

On November 14, Dale will be travelling to Morocco alongside a team of adventurous Royal LePage realtors as they embark on a 100-kilometre trek across the Sahara desert. The trek is part of an initiative called the Sahara Desert Challenge for Shelter, which aims to raise $1 million for The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation. Each trekker has to raise a minimum of $5,000 in order to participate, all of which goes directly to funding women’s shelters and violence prevention programs across Canada.

The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation

Dale has been an active supporter of The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation for

Cory Clendenning, one of our realtors at Royal LePage Noralta West, will soon be trekking up Mount Kilimanjaro to raise money for The Mustard Seed, a non-profit that strives to alleviate poverty and homelessness by providing food, shelter, and care to vulnerable communities. His goal is to raise $10,000 by the end of his trip, and he has already raised nearly $4,000.

The Mustard Seed

Cory will be funding the entirety of his trip out of his own pocket, so all of the money raised will be going towards helping The Mustard Seed in their day-to-day-operations: providing food to the homeless, distributing warm winter clothing to those in need, and transitioning vulnerable people into affordable housing.

Since the 1980s, the organization has been

Edmonton has been working hard to get out of the Real Estate Doldrums. The market struggled to pick up momentum through the tail end of 2018 and started slow in 2019. In May we saw glimpses of a closer to normal Real Estate Market and we are encouraged by the last three months. Our Agents have commented on how difficult it is to complete every sale. With strict lending policies, buyers looking for a great deal, and prices not meeting sellers expectations, you need a pro working for you.

Consider giving one of our well supported, experienced, and trusted Real Estate Agents a shot in selling your home or helping you find the perfect place a shot.

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