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Aging in Place Could Make Buying Your First Home a Little Harder
As more Alberta homeowners stay in their homes longer, first-time buyers may face fewer detached homes for sale. Learn why
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August 5, 2026
As more Alberta homeowners stay in their homes longer, first-time buyers may face fewer detached homes for sale. Learn why this trend matters.July 31, 2026
A look at the housing announcement from Mark Carney's Alberta visit and what new infrastructure funding could mean for future housing.July 30, 2026
Behind on your mortgage in Alberta? This real case study shows how a Calgary family days from foreclosure used their home equity to stop it, clear their title, rebuild their credit, and refinance into one affordable payment — without losing their home.July 27, 2026
New U.S. tariff threats may slow Canada's economy and increase the chances of future Bank of Canada rate cuts. Here's what it could mean for mortgage rates.July 24, 2026
Learn what B lenders are, how they differ from banks and private lenders, and when a B mortgage may be a useful option for Alberta borrowers.July 22, 2026
The Bank of Canada held rates at 2.25%, but Alberta households still feel squeezed. Learn what inflation means for prices and mortgages.July 20, 2026
Learn how to choose the right Realtor in Edmonton, including what experience to look for, questions to ask, and red flags to avoid.July 17, 2026
The Bank of Canada held rates, but Edmonton households still feel squeezed. Learn how inflation, oil prices and mortgage renewals affect local budgets.July 16, 2026
A real North Calgary refinance case study: how one family consolidated $105,480 of high-interest debt into their mortgage, freed up about $2,784 a month, and kept the home they love — instead of selling.
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Housing, Politics and an Alberta Visit That Sparked Debate
A look at the housing announcement from Mark Carney's Alberta visit and what new infrastructure funding could mean for future
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How to Stop Foreclosure and Keep Your Home in Alberta — Even With Bad Credit (Real Case Study)
Behind on your mortgage in Alberta? This real case study shows how a Calgary family days from foreclosure used their
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Trump Tariffs Could Change Canada’s Mortgage Rate Outlook Again
New U.S. tariff threats may slow Canada's economy and increase the chances of future Bank of Canada rate cuts. Here's
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What Is a B Lender—and Should You Be Worried?
Learn what B lenders are, how they differ from banks and private lenders, and when a B mortgage may be
- Read moreJuly 22, 2026
The Bank Says Inflation Is Improving. Why Does Life Still Feel So Expensive in Alberta?
The Bank of Canada held rates at 2.25%, but Alberta households still feel squeezed. Learn what inflation means for prices
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How to Pick the Right Realtor in Edmonton
Learn how to choose the right Realtor in Edmonton, including what experience to look for, questions to ask, and red
- Read moreJuly 17, 2026
The Bank Says Inflation Is Improving—So Why Does Edmonton Still Feel Broke?
The Bank of Canada held rates, but Edmonton households still feel squeezed. Learn how inflation, oil prices and mortgage renewals
- Read moreJuly 16, 2026
How a North Calgary Family Erased $105,000 of Debt Without Selling Their Home
A real North Calgary refinance case study: how one family consolidated $105,480 of high-interest debt into their mortgage, freed up
