December 2020

How to Winter Proof Your Home

Posted on Dec 16, 2020

You may not want to admit it, but the days are getting shorter, the temperature is dropping, and winter is on its way. No matter what the season means to you whether that’s embracing the snow, avoiding the outdoors altogether, or taking off for a sunny destination - winter-proofing your home should be at the top of your list.

Roof: Before it’s cover...

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Financial Literacy and Real Estate

Posted on Dec 16, 2020

Looking to buy a home? Are you ready? Are your finances ready?



Being a financially literate consumer isn’t just about saving for a down payment and qualifying for a mortgage. There are other costs to consider when looking to buy a home and when owning a home.

Beyond the down payment, other costs that are commonly forgotten in the home-buying process...

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Improving Your Credit Score Isn't as Hard as You Think!

Posted on Dec 16, 2020

Guest Blog by Brandi Pierik


If you’re credit challenged but want to get into the housing market, it can be a tough road. But improving your credit to a point where a lender will give you a chance, is very doable.

Basically, what you need to know is a score above 680 puts you in a good position to get financing, while below will make it tough and impr...

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Declutter in Just 1 Hour a Day

Posted on Dec 16, 2020

During this period of quarantine, we all seem to have more time on our hands than we know what to do with. Why not use some of it to get a jump start on SPRING CLEANING and start with decluttering? 

In just 1 hour a day you can make a huge dent in all of the "stuff" you have accumulated. Check it out below!



DAY 1 - Kitchen
Clean your fridge
Throw away...

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VENDOR TAKE BACK MORTGAGES/RENT TO OWN - WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Posted on Dec 16, 2020

Seller financing, also sometimes known as a vendor take-back mortgage, is a type of mortgage in which the seller lends funds to the buyer to facilitate the purchase of a property. “Rent to own” agreements fall into this category.

Seller financing is an acceptable alternative to securing financing through a traditional lender, however, when entering...

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The Whispering Pines Advantage

Posted on Dec 16, 2020

Alberta's Most Unique RV Leisure Resort

Whispering Pines Golf & Country Club Resort is Alberta's most enjoyable and unique real estate opportunity. Conveniently located on Pine Lake in Central Alberta. Whispering Pines is a 175-acre gated community that can be enjoyed with year-round activities. Built around an 18-hole championship golf course, with...

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