Buyer Advice

Buying a home is a process full of nuance. Our Buyer Advice series features pointers on buying a home, national market updates, and general advice for finding and purchasing your next home in Fort McMurray.

The Effect of Oil Prices, Employment and Interest Rates on the Fort McMurray Housing Market

Nov 05, 2017

I have a Masters in Economics for Development from the University of Oxford, but I really didn’t understand economics until the last few years.

Buying Wood Foundation Homes: Are They a Good Idea?

Oct 18, 2017

The technical term for these homes is “Preserved Wood Foundation” or PWF for short.

“Special Homes” in Fort McMurray: Should You Buy One?

Oct 14, 2017

In summary, a “special home” is the home that everyone wants because it has a combination of features that make it stand out from the crowd.

How to Tell If You've Found the Right Home

Sep 25, 2017

Finding a dream home with everything you want is rare: there could be a few properties that you feel are perfect for you despite lacking some of your needs.

Are Fort McMurray Homes Shrinking?

Sep 20, 2017

Believe it or not, until recently, there was no standard measurement system for real estate professionals to use in Alberta.

Common Mistakes First Time Home Buyers Make

Sep 11, 2017

Buying your first house can be an exciting and stressful time.

Why Interest Rates Are Going Up and What it Means For You

Sep 09, 2017

Today, Ottawa’s forecasts show a potential growth of 2.2% for 2018 for Canada.

Infographic: 8 Signs of Recovery in the Fort McMurray Housing Market

Sep 07, 2017

...we decided to create an info-graphic detailing those 8 signs. Keep your eyes open for these signs, and feel free to share on Facebook!

Should I Sign a Buyer Representation Agreement?

Sep 06, 2017

They hire an agent first, then go home shopping with that agent representing them. This post is about the nature of that relationship.

Home Inspection Tips for Buyers

Sep 04, 2017

The ideal inspector educates the buyer on what he's seeing. It's the best time for you to ask questions about the home and how it works.

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