Thousands of Alberta First-Time Buyers May Qualify for a New GST Rebate — But Many Don’t Know It Yet
If you bought a new home in Alberta after March 19, 2025, you may qualify for the new GST rebate.
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March 13, 2026
If you bought a new home in Alberta after March 19, 2025, you may qualify for the new GST rebate. Learn who needs to apply and how to claim it through CRA.March 11, 2026
Renting vs buying in Canada: Learn the pros, cons, and key differences so first-time homebuyers can decide which option makes the most sense for them.March 9, 2026
Learn three proven strategies Alberta homebuyers can use to save for a down payment faster, including FHSA, RRSP, and smart budgeting tips.March 6, 2026
Fixed or variable mortgage in Canada? Alberta mortgage broker Josh Tagg explains the pros, risks, and how to choose the right rate.
March 4, 2026
Edmonton home sales jumped nearly 40% month-over-month. Mortgage broker Josh Tagg explains what it means for buyers and how to be ready.March 2, 2026
Learn how property assessment and property taxes work in Alberta so you can budget smarter as a homebuyer or homeowner.February 27, 2026
Alberta housing outlook 2026: economy, prices, oil impact, mortgage rates, and the impact on buyers and homeowners.February 25, 2026
Alberta mortgage broker explains why first-time buyers are older and how to overcome the down payment hurdle in today’s market.February 23, 2026
Alberta mortgage stress test explained in plain language by a mortgage broker. Learn how it affects homebuyers and renewals in Alberta.
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Renting vs Buying: What First-Time Homebuyers Should Know
Renting vs buying in Canada: Learn the pros, cons, and key differences so first-time homebuyers can decide which option makes
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How to Save for a Down Payment in Alberta: 3 Strategies That Work
Learn three proven strategies Alberta homebuyers can use to save for a down payment faster, including FHSA, RRSP, and smart
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Fixed vs Variable Mortgage: How Alberta Homebuyers Should Choose
Fixed or variable mortgage in Canada? Alberta mortgage broker Josh Tagg explains the pros, risks, and how to choose the
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Edmonton Housing Market Update: Why Buyers Need to Move Fast in 2026
Edmonton home sales jumped nearly 40% month-over-month. Mortgage broker Josh Tagg explains what it means for buyers and how to
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Alberta Property Taxes Explained for Homeowners
Learn how property assessment and property taxes work in Alberta so you can budget smarter as a homebuyer or homeowner.
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Slowing Economy and Alberta’s Deficit — Impact on Home Prices
Alberta housing outlook 2026: economy, prices, oil impact, mortgage rates, and the impact on buyers and homeowners.
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Why Alberta First-Time Home Buyers Are Getting Older – And What You Can Do About It
Alberta mortgage broker explains why first-time buyers are older and how to overcome the down payment hurdle in today’s market.
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Alberta Mortgage Stress Test Explained by an Alberta Mortgage Broker
Alberta mortgage stress test explained in plain language by a mortgage broker. Learn how it affects homebuyers and renewals in
