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  • Edmonton Approves Housing Permits for 2026 Goal

    Edmonton Approves Housing Permits for 2026 Goal

    Edmonton is leading Canada's housing boom, approving over 18,200 residential permits to meet soaring demand. The city aims to build 35,400 homes by 2026, backed by $175 million in federal housing accelerator

  • Top Programs for Alberta First-Time Buyers

    Top Programs for Alberta First-Time Buyers

    Alberta’s first-time home buyers face challenges like high down payments and strict mortgage guidelines. Local programs like Attainable Homes Calgary and First Place offer affordable housing and down payment assistance.

  • Federal government invests in 1431 homes in Edmonton

    The Government of Canada has announced over $46 million in funding for 21 housing projects in Edmonton, aimed at building and renewing 1431 homes. This includes $37.2 million from the Affordable Housing Fund for 124 units and $8.8 million from the Canada Greener Affordable Housing program for 1307 units. The initiatives are part of the…

  • Happy St. Patrick’s Day

    Happy St. Patrick’s Day

    St Patrick's Day is the day we all turn a bit Irish. 13 million pints of Guinness are consumed worldwide on St. Patrick's Day. Green is now the traditional color of St. Patrick's Day.

  • Winter Home Buying Tips

    Winter Home Buying Tips

    Act Fast: Lower rates and new rules make winter competitive; complete pre-approvals and have down payments ready.Prepare Properly: Wear easy-to-remove boots and carry indoor shoes for property viewings.

  • How to Qualify for a Mortgage in Canada

    How to Qualify for a Mortgage in Canada

    Improve Your Credit Score: – Scores above 660 get better rates – Pay debts, keep accounts open Save for a Sufficient Down Payment: – 5% for homes under $500K – 20% for $1M+ – Larger down payments reduce costs

  • Red Tape Gone: Alberta Fuels Housing Surge

    Red Tape Gone: Alberta Fuels Housing Surge

    Alberta broke records with the highest per capita housing starts, attracting Canadians seeking affordability.Housing starts surged 32% from 2023 to 2024, with Edmonton and Calgary seeing 39% and 24% growth.

  • Happy Women’s Day

    Happy Women’s Day

    International Women's Day, also known as IWD for short, grew out of the labour movement to become a recognized annual event by the UN.It all started in 1908 when 15K women marched through NYC demanding shorter working hours, better pay and the right to vote. Things were made official in 1975 when the United Nations…

  • Sell Luxury Homes Faster With These Tips!

    Sell Luxury Homes Faster With These Tips!

    How to sell luxury real estate? Market knowledge, the right agent, and staging are essential for success. Why hire a luxury agent? They have market expertise and a network to maximize your sale.

  • New Year, Better Mortgage Rates: Tips to Get You There

    New Year, Better Mortgage Rates: Tips to Get You There

    Pay balances three days pre-statement to lower utilization ratios, significantly boosting your credit score quickly.Accept credit limit increases to reduce utilization, improve credit health, and strengthen your profile responsibly.

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