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The Costs of Rent to Own Housing – For the Calgary Alberta Area

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Owning a home — it’s part of the American Dream! Home ownership gives a sense of freedom, security, and permanence. Americans dream of growing up, finding a home, and starting a family; they dream of owning their own piece of land and proudly knowing “it’s mine.” Millions of families want a nice home, a white … Continued

Things To Look For When Renting To Own A Home In Calgary Alberta

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Renting to own a home in Calgary, or any city for that matter, isn’t a new concept… but the whole process of “renting to own a house” is a process that most people have questions about. Well, you’re in the right place! This article will walk you through what to look for if you’re looking for … Continued

Why Rent When You Can Own in Calgary Alberta?

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Why rent when you can own in Calgary Alberta? Great question! If you’re looking for Calgary houses for rent you may want to consider your other options as a potential homeowner in the Calgary area. Most locals who are looking for homes to rent in Calgary are likely looking at renting as their only option … Continued

3 Unique Ways to Sell a House in Calgary

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Many unique sales methods can significantly increase your odds when you want to sell a house if you are concerned about attracting the right buyer to your door. Or maybe you’ve been trying to sell a house and haven’t gotten any bites. It can be highly disheartening for your home to sit on the market … Continued

Renting An Apartment vs Renting A House in Calgary

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So, you’re looking for a place to rent in Calgary? As you’ve already seen… there are a lot of options in the Calgary area for housing. All the way from apartments in Calgary to rental houses in Calgary… condos… mobile homes, and more. But if you’re struggling to decide if you want to rent an … Continued

3 Ways the Real Estate Market is Changing in Calgary

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Along with the progress of every industry, the real estate market is changing, and more people are avoiding agents altogether in their transactions. Alternative solutions are much easier to find with the world’s knowledge at your fingertips, and as with other industries, a new option has emerged for buyers and sellers. So read on as … Continued

Are Calgary Rent-to-Own Homes a Scam?

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If you’ve spent time driving around Calgary Alberta or browsing Craigslist or other sites, you may have seen advertisements that read, “Own a home for $500/month. No credit check!” While it seems too good to be true, local rent-to-own homes are a viable option that many Calgary residents are taking advantage of. But… Are Calgary Rent-to-Own Homes a … Continued

How Do Rent To Own Homes Work In Calgary?

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One of the first questions we get from potential tenant buyers of our local Calgary Alberta rent to own homes / lease option homes is “how do rent to own homes work in Calgary?” With a flooded real estate market, especially since the bubble burst of the mid-2000’s, rent-to-own homes have become a popular option for … Continued