“Steven” Slavik
REALTOR® • Economics Graduate • Investment Specialist
With a B.A. in Economics from the University of Calgary and a minor in business, I bring a analytical, data-driven approach to Calgary real estate. My goal is to provide clients with clear, evidence based guidance for both residential and investment properties. I take my career seriously, it is my family's only means of support and I treat every transaction with the dedication it deserves.
Family Background & Places Lived
- Both parents born and raised in Alberta; father holds a Doctorate in Medicine (U of A), mother trained as an X-ray technician.
- Two brothers in Edmonton, one sister in Kitchener.
- As a child of a 30-year Canadian Armed Forces veteran, lived in Germany, Nova Scotia, Quebec, Ontario, and British Columbia.
- Attended high school in Victoria (Class Valedictorian), moved to Calgary to attend U of C.
Education & Professional Development
- B.A. Economics, minor in Business — University of Calgary.
- Registered Relocation Specialist (RRS).
- Graduate assistant for Dale Carnegie Training.
- Certified Seniors Relocation Specialist.
- Certified Condo Specialist - CREB and AREA.
- Personal Best Seminars graduate.
- Regularly complete all CREB updating courses; committed to lifelong learning through reading and educational seminars.
Real Estate Experience
- Bought first piece of real estate in 1990: an AHMC foreclosure, renovated and sold for a $17,300 profit.
- Currently own an up/down duplex revenue property.
- Experience in residential resale, investment properties, and relocation.
- Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR), Certified Condominium Specialist (CREB-CCS), Seller Representative Specialist (SRS).
Personal Approach
- I take one day a week off for family, and one weekend a month—balance leads to better service.
- My personal interests include hiking, kayaking, downhill skiing and several volunteer community activities.
- I have over 400 donations with Canadian Blood Services.
- I treat your real estate goals with the same focus and discipline as my own investments.