Calgary Real Estate Buying Guide

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Saving Thousands When Buying
Buying a home is one of the most expensive purchases you'll ever make, and by following some simple guidelines you can stand to save thousands of dollars. For example, did you know that most homes on the market are priced at 3-5% over market value and...

Buy Without a Downpayment
You probably hear this headline a lot... Buy with ZERO Down... Even though the application requirements are quite rigid and less forgiving, it is absolutely possible to get a mortgage without making a down payment by following a few requirements...

Moving to a Smaller Home
As times change and children move away, people are often left with a home far larger than they need, with little use for a large backyard and several empty rooms. It is at this point that it may be worth selling and moving into a smaller home...

Buyer Traps!
Buying a home is a major investment no matter which way you look at it - and for many homebuyers it can be even more costly than it needs to be. Don't let yourself fall prey to the many common and costly buyer mistakes...

Stop Paying Rent!
From basement suites to full houses, renting is huge business. If you currently rent, you know that paying out those hundreds of dollars every month to line the pockets of your landlord is not a pleasant task. Why not start contributing to your own financial future, rather than that of your landlord?

8 Critical Buyer Tips
When looking for a property it's critical that you use Every Trick in the Book... Beating other buyers to that great deal, being prepared in all situations, and avoiding some costly mistakes can make the buying process easier and more beneficial to you in the long run...

6 Facts about Mortgages
Thought you knew enough about mortgages? Think again. There are many things to take into account when getting a mortgage that are often overlooked... Payment terms, payment frequencies, and mortgage amounts are only some things you MUST think about before committing to a specific mortgage.

Common Buyer Mistakes
There are a lot of things to think about during the buying process. Financing, selling before buying, finding potential homes, and bargaining for your new home are all aspects of moving from one place to another. Because of this being a stressful time with lots of activity, many buyers make mistakes that can have repercussions for years...

Closing Costs
You've found your new home, made an offer, and it's been accepted... Now it's time to close. Making sure you're aware of the closing costs before you make an offer is extremely important and can make buying a home a much less stressful prospect...

We hope this Buyers Information Guide will assist you in your Calgary move. If you have any questions about buying a Calgary home, or would like to view a listed property, please don't hesitate to contact us at 403-278-8899, or fill in the Buyers form below.

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Last updated on: 2012-02-04 00:18:34

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