
My Family
Hi! I’m Anastasia, your Calgary Lifestyle Guide. I’m a Calgary Realtor and Property Manager with CIR REALTY, as well as a marketing specialist, lifestyle blogger, podcast host, YouTuber and content creator. I help people buy, sell, invest in and manage real estate in Calgary while sharing the restaurants, neighbourhoods, events, attractions and local businesses that make this city such an incredible place to live. Calgary is both my business and my passion.
This blog is all about the best of lifestyle, real estate, food, culture, travel and things to do in YYC. This Calgary Lifestyle blog was written for everyone who is interested in learning more about moving to Calgary and Calgary lifestyle. I love Calgary! I want to share everything I know about this amazing city and make your life in Calgary or your move to Calgary simply stress-free and enjoyable!
About Me
I’ve worked in the real estate industry since 2011, beginning with Cushman & Wakefield Calgary in commercial real estate, where I supported leasing, deals, presentations and marketing. I later ran my own marketing agency, working with Realtors on listing advertising, photography, marketing materials and other promotional work before becoming a licensed residential Realtor in 2014. Today, I’m a Realtor and Property Manager with CIR REALTY and have been recognized as one of the brokerage’s Top Producers.
My Podcast
In addition to my real estate work, I host the Calgary Lifestyle Guide Podcast, where I discuss Calgary real estate, neighbourhoods, home buying, selling, investing and property management. I also speak with local professionals whose expertise directly relates to Calgary real estate and homeownership. The podcast gives me a chance to go deeper into topics that matter to people who live in Calgary or are thinking about moving here. You can listen to the latest episodes here: Calgary Lifestyle Guide Podcast.
What I specialize in
I specialize in first-time home buyers and sellers and people moving to Calgary from different cities, provinces and countries, but generally, I work with all types of clients and all types of properties! I help people buy and sell properties in Calgary and the surrounding area. I work with detached homes, attached homes, condominiums, townhouses, home builders, apartments, infills, luxury homes, new builds, acreages, etc. Please see the FAQ below for more information about what I do.
I work with different types of clients. I work with families, first-time homebuyers, first-time sellers, experienced sellers, experienced buyers, single professionals, seniors, young professionals, investors, people going through a divorce, luxury home buyers, etc. I work with people who want to stop renting and want to buy their first home. I also work with people who want to upsize, downsize, buy a Calgary investment property, Airbnb property, rental property, acreage, luxury home, etc.
I also provide residential property management and tenant placement services for Calgary property owners, whether they need help finding qualified tenants or want ongoing professional management of their investment property.
Additional Work
I also love reviewing Calgary restaurants, products that actually work, finding the best latte, sharing my Calgary lifestyle tips and visiting unique Calgary local businesses, stores, and attractions! I am all about sharing, supporting and promoting local Calgary content and local YYC businesses.
As a Calgary Real Estate Agent, Lifestyle blogger and influencer, I write articles, make videos and create podcast content about the following:
- Calgary Lifestyle
- Moving to Calgary
- Calgary Travel
- Calgary Restaurants
- Calgary Local Businesses
- Calgary Entertainment
- Calgary Tourism
- Calgary Events
- Calgary Attractions
- Calgary Communities
- Moving to Calgary
- Calgary Real Estate
- Fun Things to Do in Calgary
- Best of Calgary
- Best Calgary Neighbourhoods
- Where to live in Calgary
Covering Calgary from a lifestyle perspective also gives my real estate clients a unique advantage: I don’t just sell Calgary, I spend my time exploring its neighbourhoods, communities, businesses and lifestyle.
Brand Collaborations
I also love partnering with brands, hotels, restaurants, tourism organizations, attractions, developers and local businesses on creative campaigns, hosted experiences, events, social content, blog features, podcast opportunities and video collaborations.
I have worked with and created articles, videos, sponsored content and promotions for the following brands: GoDaddy, Qualico Communities, Brookfield Residential, Cozey, Fourth Street Lofts, Lina’s Italian Market, Fratello Coffee Roasters, Namo Cafe Bistro, Aroma Cafe Bar, Mr. Lu Japanese Street Food, Splitsville, PI-RHO, Ora Bread & Wine, Think Stunning, Bearspaw Farmer’s Market, Finesse Desserts, Via Cibo, Noel Festival, Knight Plumbing, Eat Turmeric, and others.
I have also appeared on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives with Guy Fieri as an on-screen extra, which deepened my love for showcasing local food and dining experiences. I am open to various collaborations. I am passionate about Calgary, and I look forward to creating more fun and interesting content about this amazing city. Interested in working together? Visit my Work With Me page or contact me to discuss a collaboration.
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
So are you a Realtor, Property Manager, or a Blogger?
I am all of those items! Real estate is my profession, Calgary Lifestyle Guide is my media platform, and the two naturally complement each other. I started this blog to educate people about Calgary Real Estate and Calgary Lifestyle. I LOVE living in Calgary. I am passionate about this city, and I want people to see the beauty of it. My goal is to show you the BEST OF CALGARY. I also love to write and educate people, so this blog is a creative outlet for me. Everything you see on this blog has been written and designed by me (including this website).
What type of properties do you work with?
I specialize in first-time homebuyers and sellers and people moving to Calgary from another city, province or country, but I generally work with all types of clients and all types of properties! My team and I help people buy, sell and manage properties in Calgary and the surrounding area. I work with detached homes, attached homes, condominiums, townhouses, home builders, apartments, infills, luxury homes, new builds, etc. in Calgary, Alberta. Check out my niche websites: CalgaryInfillsGuide.com and CalgarySeniorsRealEstateServices.com
What type of clients do you work with?
I work with different types of clients. I work with families, first-time homebuyers, first-time sellers, experienced sellers, experienced buyers, single professionals, seniors, young professionals, investors, people going through a divorce, luxury home buyers, etc. I work with people who want to stop renting and want to buy their first home. I also work with people who want to upsize, downsize, buy a Calgary investment property, Airbnb property, rental property, acreage, luxury home, etc.
Do you have any certifications in real estate?
Yes, besides being passionate about marketing (post-graduate Harvard University marketing certification), I am all about learning and improving my skills! I have the following real estate designations:
- Accredited Buyer Representative ABR®
- Seller Representative Specialist SRS®
- Seniors Real Estate Specialist SRES®
- Certified Condominium Specialist CCS®
- Certified Negotiation Expert CNE
- Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist CLHMS®
- Certified Property Manager
Education & Professional Development
Bachelor’s Degree in International Business
Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary
Post-Graduate Certificate in Publishing
Mount Royal University, Calgary, AB
Post-Graduate Certificate in Graphic Design & Web Development
Mount Royal University, Calgary, AB
Post-Graduate Certificate in Marketing Management & Digital Strategy
Harvard University
How long have you been doing real estate?
I’ve worked in the real estate industry since 2011. I started with Cushman & Wakefield Calgary in commercial real estate, supporting leasing, deals, presentations and marketing. I later ran my own marketing agency, working with Realtors on listing advertising, photography, marketing materials and other promotional work before becoming a licensed residential Realtor in 2014.
So if I want to potentially hire you, how does this work?
I’d prefer to have a Zoom Meeting/Phone Call with you first and discuss what you are looking for. I think it’s important to figure out what you are looking for, your budget, your pre-approval options, and see if we could work together. This is an absolutely no-pressure, no-obligation type of Zoom meeting, and I won’t make you sign any papers! You can book a meeting here or you can email me here to schedule a meeting: info@anastasiayyc.com or better yet text or call me at 403.835.6913.



