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  • Real estate market: buyer's, balanced, seller's

    October 1, 2025

    Discover tips for buying in a buyer's, seller's, or balanced market today. Learn how interest rates and global conditions shape Alberta's housing.
  • Crowd under supply and demand concept.

    September 29, 2025

    Alberta home buyers see changes in housing demand and mortgage affordability as Canada's population growth eases. Expert advice is vital now.
  • Jay & Josh - Fall Maintenance Tips

    September 26, 2025

    Vital fall maintenance tips for Edmonton homes. Learn how to protect your investment with expert advice from Jay Lewis and Alquin Homes.
  • Mortgage Profits & Mortgage Delinquencies

    September 24, 2025

    Discover how TD Bank and RBC's rising profits mask growing financial stress in Canadian households, impacting Calgary's housing and mortgage markets.
  • Fixed vs Variable Rates

    September 22, 2025

    Discover how Bank of Canada's rate cuts affect your mortgage. Learn the difference between fixed and variable rates and how they're determined.
  • Josh and Jay discuss the September Bank of Canada Rate Cut on YouTube

    September 19, 2025

    Discover how the Bank of Canada's rate cut affects Alberta home buyers. Learn the pros and cons of fixed vs. variable mortgages and plan your strategy.
  • Bank of Canada rate cut announcement

    September 17, 2025

    Bank of Canada cuts key rate to 2.5%, aiding first-time Calgary buyers with affordable variable rates amid economic challenges and tight markets.
  • Construction of homes on federal land in Edmonton.

    September 15, 2025

    Discover Edmonton's affordable housing future with Build Canada Homes' plan to boost home options and affordability in key cities.
  • Bank of Canada rate cut announcement, September 17

    September 12, 2025

    Bank of Canada rate cut favoured by 85%—great for Edmonton home buyers! Learn why rate cuts matter for mortgages in our latest video discussion.