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Stories Tagged - affordability
Sept. 24, 2021 | Tyler Difley
Federal election recap: What does another Liberal minority mean for Calgary real estate?
Federal election day has come and gone. Now that the dust has settled – with the exception of a few hotly contested ridings where final votes are still being counted – we know that Justin Trudeau's Liberals will be returning to the House of Commons with another minority government.
Sept. 02, 2021 | Josh Skapin
Builders and developers have long wish list as landmark municipal election approaches
March 09, 2021 | Stefan Strangman
Adapt or die: Calgary condo developers embrace innovation and affordability to succeed in crowded COVID-19 market
COVID-19 has undoubtedly changed how Calgarians live their lives. According to market analysts, it has also started to affect where they live and how they buy homes, and condo developers have been forced to adapt.
March 02, 2021 | Geoff Geddes
Give and take: how to navigate price negotiations during a home purchase
Finding the right home might still be about location, but when it comes to getting the best deal, the key is negotiation.
Feb. 01, 2021 | Mario Toneguzzi
Rock-bottom interest rates throughout 2021 could nudge even more Calgarians into the housing market
Nov. 20, 2020 | Josh Skapin
COVID-19 is boosting home sales in Calgary suburbs, surrounding areas – will that momentum last?
In fact, a new emphasis on creating comfortable, productive workspaces within the home and the reduced importance of living anywhere near the office have increased buyer interest in areas just outside Calgary's city limits – where prices are lower and space is plentiful.
July 27, 2020 | Natalie Noble
COVID-19 pandemic highlights Calgary's need for affordable housing
June 10, 2020 | Cody Stuart
My Neighbourhood: Mount Royal
April 09, 2020 | Jim Zang
Maxing out: why mortgage pre-approvals can be a double-edged sword
That's why getting a mortgage pre-approval can be a double-edged sword – it's nice to know what you can afford, but it's awful tempting to go ahead and spend to the maximum you're approved for. However, this decision can leave buyers vulnerable to fluctuations in the housing market or the overall economy.
April 17, 2020 | Mario Toneguzzi
Silver linings: increased emphasis on affordability could eventually buoy Calgary condo market
One of the key factors impacting the Calgary resale housing market in the last year or so has been affordability.With economic uncertainty top of mind due to the collapse in oil prices and the COVID-19 crisis, prospective homebuyers are increasingly looking for more affordable options when making a purchase.
That will likely lead to more demand in the condominium apartment market in the future.
