HOW TO BUY A HOME WHEN RELOCATING
Trust the Local Experts
With our extensive military relocation experience and our expertise with the local area, we are well equipped to assist you throughout your home-buying process. We maintain an extensive list of DND-approved contacts for lawyers and home inspectors. Our service is designed to make your home-buying, or selling, process as smooth as possible.
When helping you relocate to a new home, we make sure that your top priorities are taken into consideration. For families, nearby schools and other neighborhood features are particularly important. We are happy to provide a list of options that can be tailored to your desired price range. Our Calgary Local Relocation Expert can also help with inspections, negotiations, and closings.
YOUR HOUSE HUNTING TRIP AT CALGARY
Features of Your House Hunting Trip at Calgary
- Our Experienced Local Relocation Expert will communicate with you and your family to determine your exact needs. We can communicate by phone, Skype or email.
- All new listings that match your criteria will be automatically sent to you. Follow up communication can further fine tune your needs and requirements.
- We will book appointments for all of the properties that interest you, coordinate a home showing schedule and provide a list of recommended accommodations for your House Hunting Trip.
- On arrival in Calgary you will be given all the Listings that met your criteria and a List of Home Inspectors and Lawyers to assist in your purchase.
- We will attend your home inspection with you and schedule two walk-through appointments of your purchased property before the closing date.
- We can provide a list of local resources, school, recreation, and any other information if required.
Brookfield Military Relocation Realtor
Brookfield Global Relocation Services (BGRS) offer services once official authorization from your employer has been received and you have your posting message. Answers to specific questions regarding benefits and entitlements are based on the information contained in that authorization.
Once you receive your posting message, proceed to www.irp-pri.com and pre-register, keeping in mind it may take up to 5 days for your employer to download your file to BGRS. You will need a copy of your posting message to pre-register. If you are a release member please note that you are required to contact the release section in order to commence the process of establishing your final relocation prior to contacting BGRS.
Once you have received your User ID and password, finish the registration process by filling in the information required on your secure website, accessible at www.irp-pri.com. On successful registration, a confirmation email will be sent to you and will contain a list of required documents that need to be provided to BGRS prior to your 1st Planning Session, and a BGRS Advisor will be assigned and contact you within two business days to discuss your relocation intentions.
Q & A - How Do You Help Military Families?
As your Local Calgary Relocation Expert we understand the Requirements of your Relocation Package and are able to make your move easier. We are aware of the difficulties of moving and starting life in a new place. We can help look after the little details that are often overlooked, such as; banking, schools, insurance and employment.
Q & A - Are You Experienced with Military & RCMP Moves?
I have many years of experience in both Military and RCMP Relocations. I am a Registered Realtor for BGRS Brookfield IRP Relocation Program. I am fully aware of the unique needs of Military and RCMP personnel and offer my personalized services to ensure your transition is smooth and stress free as possible. If you are posted to another Province please visit our Location Page to find an Authorized IRP Representative
How Will You Help When I Arrive in Calgary for HHT?
I will arrange my schedule so that I can give you my undivided attention. I will provide you with a list of homes that we have mutually agreed upon to view and any recent additions that meets your criteria. My goal, as your Realtor, is to find the best possible home available for you and your family.
Q & A - Should I Arrange for a Home Inspection?
Yes, a home inspection will protect you from unforeseen expenses and repairs. Ensuring there are no visible deficiencies in your home is a very important service for a small fee. If you decide not to hire a Home Inspector you will be required to sign a waiver confirming your decision. A Home Inspection can protect you from unwelcome surprises and financial expeditures.
Q & A - I am being Posted but Have Not Received my Message?
Do not list your home prior to receiving your Official Posting Message. You can ensure your home is ready for sale and able to command top dollar when on the market. I would recommend using one of our Authorized Agents to List Your Home. This will ensure that all efforts are made to ready your property prior to Listing. Some items of value could be a Pre-Listing Inspection by Qualified Home Inspector, Staging of Home and any Maintenance and Repairs that might be required.
Your Local BGRS Relocation Expert
We are Calgary’s top team of real estate agents with extensive experience in Military and RCMP transfers and relocations. We are BGRS Brookfield approved and one of their busiest service providers in the area. We have years of experience with homes, condos, acreages and investment properties in the Calgary and local area.
Helena Berman’s Background
Licensed Realtor®
Cell 403.399.6240
Email helena@raregroup.ca
Helena Berman’s life story is one of courage, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to creating a brighter future. Born in the heart of Siberia, Russia, Helena’s family embarked on a bold journey when she was just seven years old, leaving their homeland in search of safety and opportunity. Their path took them through the challenges of war in Israel, ultimately leading to Canada—a land of promise and possibility—where Helena proudly became a Canadian citizen at the age of 17.
Her professional journey spans over two decades in the dental industry, where Helena earned a reputation for precision, efficiency, and exceptional dedication. Her entrepreneurial spirit shone through a successful paramedical and cosmetic tattooing business, allowing her to blend creativity with a passion for helping others. These experiences have honed Helena’s attention to detail, her ability to build meaningful connections, and her unwavering work ethic—skills she now channels into her real estate career.
Helena’s greatest joy is her son, Benjamin, whose kindness, intelligence, and support inspire her daily. Watching him thrive has been one of life’s most fulfilling blessings, and his encouragement played a pivotal role in Helena’s decision to embark on a new chapter in her professional life.
Now proudly mentoring under Ruth Alexander and the RARE Group, Helena brings her unique perspective and tireless dedication to elevating the real estate experience for her clients. Her journey has instilled in her a profound understanding of the importance of home, belonging, and opportunity, which she strives to deliver to every client she serves.