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Down payments are tough for first-time homebuyers in Alberta, but achieving homeownership is possible. In Alberta, down payments range from 5% to 20% based on home price and location.

Alberta’s first-time home buyers face challenges like high down payments and strict mortgage guidelines. Local programs like Attainable Homes Calgary and First Place offer affordable housing and down payment assistance.

Late spring and early summer offer the best opportunities for sellers to maximize home sale prices. Buyer demand peaks before summer vacations and the school year, creating more competition for homes.

Financial experts help people navigate economic uncertainty through strategic planning and informed decision-making.Proper cash flow management, including separate accounts for expenses, is essential for business stability.

Canada's housing market faces uncertainty as trade war and economic turmoil disrupt traditional rate-price dynamics. Lower rates might not boost demand as expected if a trade-driven recession keeps buyers hesitant in 2025.

Set clear goals to define your ideal home, location, and budget, guiding your savings plan. Create a realistic budget, tracking income and expenses to allocate funds for your down payment.

Calgary’s downtown office vacancy rate rose to 30.2% due to oilpatch consolidations and economic uncertainty.Mergers and acquisitions are shrinking office footprints, but many companies are renewing leases.