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How much you need for a down payment
A down payment is the initial amount paid when buying a home, with minimums set at 5% for homes up to $500,000, 5% on the first $500,000 plus 10% on the remainder up to $1 million, and 20% for homes $1 million or more. Down payments under 20% require mortgage loan insurance, with premiums from…
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Rare Calgary Market Shift Catches Buyers’ Eyes
Slide 1: Calgary buyers caught a breather as cooler sales nudged prices and payments slightly lower. Slide 2: Lower qualifying income means owning in Calgary feels a little closer.
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Calgary Home Values Set for Growth in 2026
Calgary’s housing market remains balanced in 2026 with steady supply and demand conditions. Aggregate home price expected at $701,061 in Q4 2026, ↑ 1.5% increase year-over-year. Median detached home price forecasted at $828,429, rising 3% compared with 2025 levels. Condominium prices projected to grow 1% to $265,832, driven by higher-density supply. Buyer confidence is strong;…
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Maximizing Your Home Equity: Best Strategies and Tips
Home equity is a valuable asset for homeowners, representing the difference between a property's market value and the mortgage balance. It can be leveraged for various financial purposes, such as home renovations, debt consolidation, education expenses, emergency funds, and investment opportunities. Home equity loans and equity-based mortgages allow homeowners to borrow against their equity, but…
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Calgary Single-Detached Homes Lead 2026 Buyer Demand
Slide 1: Average residential sale prices expected to remain steady heading into 2026. Slide 2: Sales activity will stay consistent in 2026 compared to 2025. Slide 3: Single-detached homes will see strongest demand, especially for first-time buyers around $800K. Slide 4: Move-up buyers $800K–$1.3M; retirees seek smaller homes; condos improve affordability. Slide 5: End-2025 sales…
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Canada’s Real Estate Comeback Ignites
Elevated rates and condo pullback push developers toward purpose-built rentals—especially larger, family-sized units in high demand. Rental demand stays strong nationwide, with new supply easing price pressures after years of rapid increases. Seniors’ housing becomes a top-tier asset class, spurring innovation in mixed-use retirement communities and modernized operations. Forecasts show private capital driving the next…
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ਵੱਡੇ ਵਿਕਾਸ ਪ੍ਰੋਜੈਕਟ ਹੇਠ ਹੋਰ ਘਰਾਂ ਦੀ ਮਨਜ਼ੂਰੀ
ਕੌਂਸਲਰਾਂ ਨੇ ਇੱਕ ਵੱਡੇ ਹਾਊਸਿੰਗ ਵਿਕਾਸ ਦੇ ਹੋਰ ਪੜਾਅ ਨੂੰ ਮਨਜ਼ੂਰੀ ਦੇ ਦਿੱਤੀ ਹੈ, ਜਿਸ ਨਾਲ ਸੈਂਕੜੇ ਨਵੇਂ ਘਰ—ਵਿਚੋਂ ਕੁਝ ਅਫੋਰਡੇਬਲ ਤੇ ਕੁਝ ਮਾਰਕੀਟ-ਰੇਟ—ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੋਣਗੇ। ਪ੍ਰੋਜੈਕਟ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਰੇ-ਭਰੇ ਖੇਤਰ ਅਤੇ ਬਿਹਤਰ ਇਨਫਰਾਸਟਰਕਚਰ ਵੀ ਹੋਵੇਗਾ। ਨਿਰਮਾਣ ਅਗਲੇ ਸਾਲ ਦੀ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ੁਰੂ ਹੋਵੇਗਾ ਅਤੇ ਨਵੇਂ ਵਸਨੀਕ 2027 ਤੱਕ ਘਰਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਆ ਜਾਣ ਦੀ ਉਮੀਦ ਹੈ। ਇਹ…
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Happy New Year!
A new year arrives with fresh goals, bold ideas, and the momentum to turn today’s plans into tomorrow’s lasting success. 2026 begins with opportunity ahead, inviting smarter decisions, renewed focus, and confidence to shape what comes next. Happy New Year 2026, a time to celebrate progress, embrace change, and move forward with optimism, purpose, and…
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Rideau Park Real Estate Statistics Update
In October 2025, Rideau Park in southwest Calgary had a median home ask price of $419,900 and a median sold price of $405,000. One home was listed and sold that month, compared to four the previous month. Over the past year, 66 homes were listed, with the highest sale at $4.2 million. The community has…
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McKenzie Towne Real Estate Statistics Update
In October 2025, McKenzie Towne's median home ask price was $492,400, with a median sold price of $489,500. There were 44 homes listed and 32 sold that month. Over the past year, the highest home sale in McKenzie Towne reached $1,175,000. The community has 17,505 residents and a low crime rate of 0.10 per 1,000…