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First Time Home Buyer GST Rebate in Canada: Everything You Need to Know, Current Status and Next Steps
Where the First-Time Home Buyer GST Rebate Stands Today Update: The First-Time Home Buyer GST Rebate has now been approved by the Government of Canada. Eligible buyers can have the GST removed from the purchase price upfront when purchasing a new home with Broadview....
Not All New Homes Are Equal: The Real Reason Prices Vary Between Builders
Why Are Some Builders More Expensive Than Others? It is one of the first questions people ask when buying a new home, and it is a smart one. At first glance, many new homes look similar. Same community. Similar square footage. Comparable price range. But once you look...
What Are “Specifications” and Why Do They Matter?
Do Specifications Matter, and What Exactly Are They? If you are shopping for a new home, you will likely hear the word specifications early on, often without much explanation. It can sound technical and a little intimidating, and...
Discover the Benefits of the Alberta New Home Warranty Program (ANHWP)
It’s all new! Why would I need a warranty? Even though your new home has been built with care, some problems may not become apparent until later. Ensuring your new home comes with protection from the Alberta New Home Warranty...
Build Your Dream Home with the Best Builders in Calgary
Are you tired of feeling trapped in a home that doesn't fit your unique vision for the future? Do you daydream about escaping to a fantastic new home where you can enjoy everything you've always wanted and wished for? Calgary's top new home builders might have just...
Everything you need to know about the new Tax-Free First Home Savings Account
Owning a home might be a little closer than you think! The Government of Canada knows it isn't easy affording a home these days, which is why they added a new way to help home buyers save for their first home. In the 2022 federal budget, the government tackled the...
10 Must-Have Upgrades for a New Construction Home
Wondering which upgrades to add to your new home? You're not alone! It can be tough to decide which ones to choose, especially if you're trying to stick to a budget. A simple way to evaluate upgrades is by looking at what it would take to replace or redo something...
Difference Between a Fixed and Variable Mortgage
One of the first questions you may have when thinking about building a new home is: what is the difference between a fixed rate mortgage and a variable rate mortgage? Depending on what you decide, the different types can greatly impact your financial health. Choosing...
Best Outdoor Skating Rinks in Calgary, Airdire, Chestermere, Cochrane, Harmony, Langdon & Okotoks
Don't hibernate this winter, get out and enjoy winter. Just because it’s cold out, doesn’t mean that there aren’t fun activities to do outside. One wintertime favourite is skating at one of our many outdoor rinks in and around Calgary. So, why not glide over a sheet...
Add a Legal Secondary Suite to Help with Your Mortgage
It's time to start looking at your new home in a new way. At first glance, spaces like your basement or above your garage may not seem like valuable real estate, but they have real earning potential. You may be surprised to learn that one way to reduce your mortgage...
Forecast 2022: Will House Prices Go Up (or Down) in Calgary?
We’ve all read headlines like “a sharp correction is coming” and “the bubble is about to burst”, which strikes fear into many homeowners and welcome relief for anyone looking to break into the housing market for the first time. The question on everyone's mind is...
Amazing Calgary Playgrounds You May (or May Not) Know About
Parks and playgrounds are great ways for kids to get some exercise while having fun. They’re an inexpensive way to keep your kids entertained outside and explore your city. Plus, you might even meet some other parents. With over 1,100 playgrounds in Calgary, it can be...
