What are the costs associated with buying a home in Alberta? What are the costs involved in buying a home with a mortgage in Alberta, in addition to the downpayment? Let's do some sample calculations based on the purchase of a $500,000 Continue Reading
What is a 1 percent clause in Real Estate or a Property Inspection Schedule? Currently, the way an offer to purchase in Alberta is written, when there is a property inspection condition, a buyer can back out of a deal if they Continue Reading
When you are selling your home in Lethbridge and Southern Alberta, you might consider hosting an open house. Hosting an open house when selling your home can offer several advantages and disadvantages. Here’s a breakdown of the pros and cons: Pros Continue Reading
What You Need to Know About Deposits When Buying a Home in Lethbridge or Southern Alberta - for buyers and sellers Why is a deposit required? When you make an offer to buy a home in Lethbridge or southern Alberta, a deposit is typically required. Continue Reading
The best time of year to buy a house in Lethbridge and Southern Alberta is really based upon your personal circumstances. If you are pre-approved and ready, then go ahead, call your REALTOR®, and start shopping. If you are pre-approved Continue Reading
When writing an offer to purchase, you need to choose a closing/ possession date. That's the day the money is sent to the seller's lawyer, and the day you get to move in. It's best to avoid Fridays. Keys are not released on a property until Continue Reading
Put your offers in Writing Why a written offer is better than a verbal offer. Occasionally, we’re asked, "Can we just make a verbal offer until we finalize something in writing?" In most cases, I strongly advise against it. Here’s why Continue Reading
Should I ask for a professional cleaning of a home I am buying? Sometimes in the terms, people can ask for a house to be professionally cleaned prior to possession. You could say something like, "Seller will have the home Continue Reading
When having a Lethbridge Home Inspection, you may find a home that has poly b piping. Poly B, is a flexible grey pipe used in residential plumbing and hot water heating systems from the mid-70s through the 80s and into the Continue Reading
